Shana Wilson Williams - Give Me You Lyrics
Lyrics
(Lord, give me you...)
Give me you
Everything else can wait
Just give me you
I hope I'm not too late
Lord, give me you
Lord, give me you
Say, give me you
Everything else can wait
(Lord, 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
So give me you
Give me you
[x2]
Give me you
Everything else can wait
Just 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
So give me you
Give me you
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
Oh, Lord, give me you
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Give Me You - Shana Wilson
Meaning & Inspiration
Shana Wilson Williams' "Give Me You," released in 2012, is a profound declaration of unwavering devotion, a spiritual anthem that zeroes in on the central truth of a believer's life: an all-consuming desire for God's presence above all else. This isn't just a song about wanting something; it's a deep yearning, a soul's cry echoing the sentiment of Psalm 27:4, which David so eloquently expressed: "One thing I have asked from the Lord, that I will seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life." The song meticulously unpacks this singular pursuit, positioning God's favor and closeness as the ultimate treasure, far surpassing any earthly possession or achievement.
The core message resonates with the biblical understanding of true fulfillment found not in fleeting worldly pleasures, but in an intimate relationship with the Creator. The sentiment woven throughout "Give Me You" directly mirrors the Apostle Paul's own declaration in Philippians 3:8, where he states, "Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord." This song captures that very spirit of relinquishing all else to embrace the immeasurable value of knowing and experiencing God. It’s a powerful reminder that our deepest need isn't for material comfort or personal recognition, but for the very essence of God in our lives. This focus on God's presence as the supreme good aligns perfectly with the disciples' question in John 6:28, "What must we do, to be doing the works of God?" Jesus' answer points to faith, but the underlying principle is a dedication of one's entire being to God's will and presence.
"Give Me You" expertly navigates the spectrum of human desire, redirecting it from the temporary to the eternal. It challenges listeners to consider where their true affections lie, drawing a clear line between the superficial and the substantial. The song's earnest plea signifies a willingness to sacrifice comfort, reputation, and even personal ambition if it means drawing closer to the divine. This mirrors the radical commitment demonstrated by figures in Scripture who understood that God’s presence was the ultimate victory. Think of Moses, who famously prayed in Exodus 33:15, "If your presence does not go with us, do not bring us from here." This song embodies that same conviction, a foundational understanding that without God, nothing else truly matters. It’s an invitation to a life rooted in His omnipresence, a testament to the enduring power of placing God at the absolute center of our existence, seeking Him with a singular focus that promises unending joy and purpose, as promised in Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."