T-Bone - King of My Life Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
You are the Life in me
You are the Light that shines inside of me
All praise and glory to Your name
I will give to You
My life and anything that You require, Oh Lord
I'm givin' all praises up to the Lion of Judah
Alpha, Omega, plus the El Shaddai
Elohim, Yahweh, Messiah, Y'shua, and the Adonai
Something about the name (Jesus)
That makes me go insane (Jesus)
Saved my soul from burning flames (Jesus)
And He broke them devils' chains (Jesus)
Glory, glory, how are you doin' to me
And I'm not even worthy
Clean from Satan
Your Son, Jesus Christ
You sent Him for me
Gave up his life for a sinner like me
Threw my sins in the sea
He died, He died, He was dead
But he rose in three
Chorus
Glory to the King of my life
He is alive, He is alive
Glory to the King of my life Chanting in Latin
Only You are Holy
Verse 2
Surrendering my will
Desiring You to fill me with Your love
I live to serve my Living King
To Thee I bow
Please show my how to love the World the way You love
Givin' praises and honor, glory, thanks unto the King of Kings
Whose precious blood is more than cars, houses, and diamond rings
Give Him praise and, raise your hands and, magnify Him with the song and the dance and
Give him praise on the harp and the microphone
Tambourines, cymbals, drums, and the xylophone Chanting in Latin
Gotta give Him praise, gotta give Him praise
For the things that He did when walked on Calvary
And He died on the cross and he took my place
He is alive, He is alive
Giving all honor and glory to the King of Kings, and the Lord of Lords
Chorus
Giving all praise to the Most High, God, the Father, you know what I mean?
Video
T~Bone King Of My Life (Feat. Natalie LaRue)
Meaning & Inspiration
T-Bone’s "King of My Life," released on January 1, 2007, as part of his album *Bone-Appétit*, is a profound declaration of faith and devotion, resonating with the core tenets of Christian belief. The song dives headfirst into an unfiltered worship experience, immediately establishing the artist's foundational trust in God as the very source of existence and inner illumination. It's a powerful acknowledgment that all honor and glory belong exclusively to God, a commitment not just of lip service but of one's entire life and every requirement the Lord might ask. This opening sets a tone of complete surrender and adoration, positioning the Divine as the ultimate authority and sustainer, echoing biblical truths found in John 1:4 and John 8:12, which describe Christ as the life and light of humanity.
The narrative quickly expands into a litany of divine titles, showcasing a deep reverence for God's multifaceted nature. T-Bone invokes the "Lion of Judah," a powerful prophetic reference to Jesus Christ from Revelation 5:5, alongside "Alpha, Omega" (Revelation 1:8, 21:6, 22:13), signifying God's eternal beginning and end. Further, the inclusion of Hebrew names like "El Shaddai," "Elohim," "Yahweh," "Messiah," "Y'shua," and "Adonai" speaks to God's omnipotence, sovereignty, and redemptive role, painting a comprehensive portrait of the one being worshipped. The song then zeroes in on the name "Jesus," attributing to it a transformative power—saving the soul from eternal peril and shattering the chains of spiritual bondage, a testament to the liberating work described in Philippians 2:9-11 and Colossians 2:15. This personal testimony of unworthiness met by divine grace and cleansing from sin vividly illustrates the message of John 3:16 and Romans 5:8, where Christ’s ultimate sacrifice for humanity, and His triumphant resurrection on the third day as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, become the cornerstone of this salvation.
The anthem's chorus, with its direct proclamation, "Glory to the King of my life, He is alive, He is alive," and the poignant Latin chant "Solus Tu Sanctus" (Only You are Holy), serves as a unifying cry of exultation. It firmly establishes Jesus's kingship and eternal life, reinforcing the singular holiness of God as celebrated in Revelation 4:11 and Isaiah 6:3. This section is not just a repetitive refrain but a reaffirmation of the living reality of Christ's resurrection, which underpins the entire Christian faith and provides hope and purpose to believers worldwide.
Moving into the second verse, the theme shifts from initial salvation to ongoing sanctification and active service. The surrender of personal will and the yearning to be filled with divine love are central, reflecting the transformative journey detailed in Galatians 2:20 and Ephesians 3:19. The plea to learn how to love the world as God does speaks to the Great Commandment in John 13:34-35, a call to practical, outward-focused compassion. T-Bone powerfully contrasts the immeasurable value of Christ's "precious blood" against transient worldly riches like "cars, houses, and diamond rings," a profound echo of 1 Peter 1:18-19, which states that redemption comes not by perishable things but by the precious blood of Christ. This underscores a reordering of priorities, where spiritual wealth far outweighs material gain, reminding us of Matthew 16:26.
The song culminates in an expansive call to worship, advocating for praise through every conceivable medium—from raised hands and song and dance to a diverse array of instruments including the harp, microphone, tambourines, cymbals, drums, and xylophone. This vibrant imagery directly references the joyous and comprehensive worship depicted in Psalm 150, inviting all creation to celebrate God's majesty. The focus returns to the monumental events on "Calvary," where Jesus died on the cross, taking humanity's place, as foretold in Isaiah 53:5 and explained in 2 Corinthians 5:21. The repeated affirmation, "He is alive, He is alive," powerfully re-emphasizes the resurrection, linking Christ's sacrifice directly to His enduring sovereignty as "King of Kings and the Lord of Lords," a title affirmed in 1 Timothy 6:15 and Revelation 19:16. "King of My Life" is more than a song; it is a full-throated worship experience, a theological treatise set to a beat, encouraging believers to embrace the fullness of God's identity, His redemptive work, and the command to live a life of surrendered praise.