Stillman - Let Go Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I'm tired of distance
I'm tired of feeling so far away
I'm tired of running, running, running, yeah
I wanna feel it
Like the light of the moon on my darkest days
I wanna love You, love You, love You, like I used to
Pre-Chorus
'Cause I've been lost inside my own thoughts
And I've forgotten You
Chorus
So I let go, and follow Your lead
Just let go of everything
Just let go, so I can be closer to You, Lord
To You, Lord
Post-Chorus
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Verse 2
Help me remember
All of the times You have made a way
'Cause I am forgetful, forgetful, forgetful
That You are faithful, yeah
You keep the promise
And I am secure in Your loving grace
So when I have fallen, fallen, fallen
I can run to You
Chorus
So I let go, and follow Your lead
Just let go of everything
Just let go, so I can be closer to You, Lord
To You, Lord, yeah
Post-Chorus
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Bridge
'Cause You're holding me
Every day, You never leave
You wait on me
You are strong when I am weak
You're holding me
Every day, You never leave
You wait on me
You are strong when I am weak
Chorus
So I let go, and follow Your lead
Just let go of everything
Just let go, so I can be closer to You, Lord
To You, Lord
Post-Chorus
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, let go
Video
Stillman - Let Go (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Stillman's "Let Go," released on October 5, 2019, serves as a profound devotional anthem, reaching beyond mere musical expression to offer a tangible pathway to spiritual renewal. The song articulates a deeply human struggle with feelings of distance and the weariness that comes from a spiritual drift. The opening verses paint a vivid picture of a soul yearning to reconnect, to experience the comforting presence of the divine, akin to the moon's gentle light on a shadowed night, and to rekindle a love that has been overshadowed by internal turmoil. This sentiment echoes the lament found in Song of Solomon 5:2-6, where the bride searches for her beloved, feeling separated and lost in her own thoughts. The pre-chorus crystallizes this state of being, acknowledging a self-imposed disconnection, a forgetting of the very source of strength and love, reminiscent of the Israelites' frequent lapses in remembering God's faithfulness in the wilderness, as chronicled in Deuteronomy 8:2. The core message, powerfully conveyed in the chorus, is one of surrender; a conscious decision to "let go" of the burdens of self and the distractions of the world, to yield control and allow God's guidance to lead. This act of letting go is not an admission of defeat, but a strategic move toward intimacy, a recognition that true closeness with the Lord is facilitated by relinquishing our own grip. This theme resonates deeply with verses like Matthew 11:28, which invites those who are weary to come to Jesus for rest, and Philippians 4:6-7, which encourages believers to present their requests to God with thankfulness, promising that His peace will guard their hearts and minds. The repeated "let go" in the post-chorus functions as a spiritual mantra, reinforcing the central command and urging a continuous practice of release. Verse two further elaborates on this need for release by confessing forgetfulness, a common human frailty where our human nature tends to overlook the unwavering faithfulness of God. The lyrics acknowledge God's consistent promise-keeping and the security found in His grace, even amidst personal failings. This perspective aligns with Psalm 103:8, which declares God's compassion and slow-to-anger nature, and the assurance in 2 Timothy 2:13, that "if we are faithless, he remains faithful—for he cannot disown himself." The bridge provides the ultimate reassurance for this act of letting go: the unwavering presence of God, who is always holding us, never leaving, and waiting patiently for our return. This divine steadfastness, described as being strong when we are weak, directly mirrors the promise in Isaiah 41:10, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Ultimately, Stillman's "Let Go" is not merely a song; it is an invitation to experience the transformative power of spiritual surrender, encouraging listeners to release the anxieties and self-reliance that create distance, and to embrace the profound peace and closeness that comes from trusting in God's unfailing love and guidance.