Tenth Avenue North - Take Heart Lyrics
Lyrics
Waking up to a heart full of worry
Breath tight inside of your lungs
You wonder how long you can carry
The weight before you just give up
I know your world feels so out of control
But I promised I would never let you go
Take heart take heart
When everything feels like it's falling apart
Take heart take heart
Wherever you've been and wherever you are
If there's life inside your chest you're not finished yet
Take heart
This world is a world full of trouble
But my heart is still full of grace
The hurt only lasts for a little while
One day you'll see everything change
Take heart take heart
When everything feels like it's falling apart
Take heart take heart
Wherever you've been and wherever you are
If there's life inside your chest you're not finished yet
Take heart take heart
When you're overwhelmed
I have overcome
When you're overwhelmed
I have overcome
When you're overwhelmed
I have overcome
When you're overwhelmed
I have overcome
Take heart take heart
When everything feels like it's falling apart
Take heart take heart
Wherever you've been and wherever you are
If there's life inside your chest you're not finished yet
Take heart take heart
Take heart take heart
Take heart
Video
Take Heart Ft. Rend Collective | Official Lyric Video | Tenth Avenue North
Meaning & Inspiration
The official lyric video for "Take Heart" by Tenth Avenue North featuring Rend Collective premiered on May 29, 2025, introducing a song designed to speak directly into moments of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. This piece carries a profoundly comforting and resolute message, drawing its strength from a cornerstone promise found throughout Scripture: Jesus has overcome the world, and therefore, His followers have reason to be brave, to literally "take heart." The song serves as a musical anchor in stormy times, reminding believers that their hope is not misplaced, regardless of present circumstances. Its core narrative centers on the struggle against internal and external pressures that threaten peace, offering the divine victory of Christ as the ultimate source of courage and stability.
Musically, the collaboration with Rend Collective brings a vibrant, Celtic-infused energy to Tenth Avenue North's signature contemplative pop-rock sound. This blend creates an atmosphere that is both grounding and uplifting, moving from moments of quiet introspection to declarations of triumphant faith. The instrumentation and vocal delivery work together to build the song's central theme: despite the world's troubles, there is an unshakable peace available through trusting in Jesus. The text doesn't just describe difficulty; it points toward the Person who has conquered it. This resonates deeply with the promise Jesus gives His disciples in John 16:33, where He says, "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." The song essentially unpacks this single, powerful verse, offering it as the foundation for courage in any trial.
The song's encouragement to "take heart" isn't a shallow dismissal of pain but a profound call to anchor one's soul in the reality of Christ's finished work. This echoes passages like Philippians 4:6-7, which urges us not to be anxious about anything but to bring everything to God in prayer, promising that His peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. The song implies this surrender and trust, presenting faith not as the absence of fear, but as the presence of courage rooted in God's faithfulness. It reminds us that the struggles we face, while real, are temporary and ultimately subservient to Christ's eternal reign and victory.
Further reinforcing this message, the song aligns with the theme of God's steadfast love and presence even in the valley of the shadow of death, as depicted in Psalm 23. It calls for a reliance on God's strength when our own falters, a concept beautifully articulated 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." "Take Heart" translates these ancient assurances into a contemporary anthem, making them accessible and applicable to modern anxieties. The song becomes a declaration of trust, a decision to believe God's promises over the world's chaos.
The synergy between Tenth Avenue North and Rend Collective adds a layer of communal strength to the song, suggesting that taking heart is not a solitary endeavor but something we do together, reminding one another of the truth. This communal aspect is a vital part of the Christian walk, as emphasized in Hebrews 10:24-25, which encourages believers to spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together. "Take Heart" functions as one such gathering point in song, a collective voice proclaiming hope in the face of tribulation. It’s a worshipful response to the difficulties of life, choosing to focus not on the problem itself, but on the character and power of the God who has already secured the ultimate victory through His Son. Ultimately, the song is a beautiful musical exposition of faith's essential call: to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross (Hebrews 12:2), thereby empowering us to take heart no matter what we face.