Shana Wilson Williams - Give Me You Lyrics
Lyrics
Give me you everything else can wait
Give me you I hope I'm not too late,
Lord give me you, Lord give me you
Lord give me you, Lord give me you
It's me Oh Lord I'm on my knees crying out to you
It's me oh Lord I'm on my knees
Give me you, give me you.
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Give Me You - Shana Wilson
Meaning & Inspiration
Shana Wilson's "Give Me You," released on June 15, 2012, is a powerful declaration of absolute dependence on God, resonating deeply with anyone seeking a profound connection with their faith. This song isn't just a pleasant melody; it's a spiritual anthem, a fervent plea born from an understanding of our inherent need for divine presence and guidance in every facet of life. The core message of "Give Me You" speaks to a surrender, an acknowledgment that true fulfillment, strength, and peace are not found in worldly possessions or achievements, but solely in the indwelling Spirit of God. It echoes the sentiment of David in Psalm 27:4, where he expresses a singular desire: "One thing I have asked of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life." This is the essence of Wilson’s offering – a yearning for God's constant presence as the ultimate sustenance.
The song articulates a deep spiritual longing, mirroring the Psalmist’s cry in Psalm 42:1, "As the deer pants for the water brooks, so pants my soul for you, O God." This isn't a casual request but an essential, life-giving thirst for the divine. It transcends mere want; it's a recognition that without God, our spiritual lives are parched and barren. The lyrics convey a profound understanding that our own capabilities are insufficient to navigate the complexities of life, mirroring Solomon's wisdom in Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Wilson's "Give Me You" is a visceral embodiment of this trust, a bold assertion that God's provision is the only true and lasting source of all good things. The song serves as a potent reminder of Jesus' own words in John 15:5, "I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." This is the foundational truth that underpins the entire composition, a passionate embrace of complete reliance on the divine source for strength, wisdom, and purpose. It’s an invitation to listeners to shift their focus from their own limited resources to the boundless, inexhaustible power and love of God.