Planetshakers - Take Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse:
Hear you voice
A gentle whisper
Calls from deep whithin
On my knees my heart it crys out
I'm longing to draw near
Hide me now under the shadow of Your wings
Lord into your presence I will run
Chorus:
Take me away with you
I wanna be close to you
Take me away into the secret place
Take me into your arms
Here in your presence I belong
Take me away into the secret place
Bridge1:
Let Your glory fill this place oh god
Fill this place
Bridge2:
Ohhh Lord
The secret place
Wanna go there with you
The secret place
Ohh want you take me there Lord
Video
Planetshakers - 2007 - Take Me
Meaning & Inspiration
Planetshakers' "Take Me," released on July 6, 2007, from their album *Saviour of the World*, stands as a powerful testament to the human spirit's profound yearning for divine intimacy. This track isn't merely a collection of sounds; it's a vocalized prayer, an impassioned plea for deeper communion with God, inviting believers into a sacred space of personal encounter and spiritual refuge. It articulates the universal desire to move beyond the periphery of faith into the very heart of God's presence, echoing the words of David who famously yearned, "As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God" (Psalm 42:1).
The song commences by acknowledging a quiet, internal prompting from the Divine. The opening lines speak of hearing a "gentle whisper" that "calls from deep within," immediately bringing to mind the subtle, yet unmistakable, voice of God often described in scripture. This is not the thunder of Sinai but the still, small voice Elijah encountered, a profound contrast to the dramatic displays of nature (1 Kings 19:12). This internal call prompts a humble, desperate response: a heart crying out from a posture of surrender, longing to draw nearer. This pursuit isn't a casual stroll but an urgent quest for proximity, mirroring the invitation in James 4:8 to "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." The verse culminates in a plea for protection and swift movement towards God, "Hide me now under the shadow of Your wings, Lord into your presence I will run," a beautiful echo of Psalm 91:1, "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty," and Psalm 57:1, "In the shadow of your wings I will take refuge." It paints a picture of safety and a deliberate, active pursuit of God's dwelling place.
The chorus then crystallizes the song's central petition: "Take me away with you, I wanna be close to you, Take me away into the secret place." The "secret place" is a recurring motif throughout scripture, signifying a space of deep intimacy and unhindered communion with God. It's the inner sanctuary where one meets God face-to-face, as Jesus taught in Matthew 6:6, "But when you pray, go into your room and shut your door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you." This isn't just about a physical location, but a spiritual state of being fully present with God, finding security and solace in His presence. The imagery deepens with "Take me into your arms, Here in your presence I belong," which speaks to an intrinsic sense of belonging and divine acceptance. It reminds us of Deuteronomy 33:27, "The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms," assuring us of His protective embrace and our rightful place in His family.
Bridge 1 expands the scope of this intimate longing, shifting from a purely personal desire to a broader, collective yearning: "Let Your glory fill this place oh god, Fill this place." This move is significant, as it recognizes that personal intimacy with God naturally overflows into a desire for His manifest presence to permeate one's surroundings, whether a gathering, a home, or a community. It mirrors the scriptural accounts of God's glory filling the tabernacle and the temple (Exodus 40:34, 2 Chronicles 7:1), a tangible demonstration of His presence that transforms spaces and lives. The final bridge reiterates the fervent longing for "the secret place," emphasizing not just the destination but the journey "with you," reinforcing that the essence of this desire is a relationship. It's a continuous, heartfelt cry for God to lead us deeper into His presence, to experience the profound peace and belonging that only He can provide. "Take Me" ultimately serves as an anthem for the worshiper who hungers for more than just religious ritual; it's for those who desperately seek a real, transformative encounter with the Creator, affirming that our truest belonging is found in His everlasting arms and the secret place of His presence.