The Crabb Family - Child Of The King Lyrics + Chords
Lyrics
Verse 1:
I'm tired of you satan. you've messed with me too long
You tried to ruin my life and steal my song
But I serve notice on you, you don't have a chance
For I'm covered by the precious blood of the Holy Lamb
Chorus:
I'm a blood bought, bona-fide Child of The King,
He wrapped me in his lving arms and made me royality
No matter what may come my way, you can't hold me down
I'll be shouting "Hallelujah" while I'm dancing on solid ground
Verse 2:
One day the time will come when every knee shall bow
and every saint of God will leave the ground
You'll be thrown into the pit of fire never to return
Sometime sooner than you think, this lesson you will learn
Chorus:
I'm a blood bought, bona-fide Child of The King,
He wrapped me in his lving arms and made me royality
No matter what may come my way, you can't hold me down
I'll be shouting "Hallelujah" while I'm dancing on solid ground
Tag:
I'm taking back my joy
I'm taking back my peace
I'm taking back all the things the devil stole from me.
Chorus:
I'm a blood bought, bona-fide Child of The King,
He wrapped me in his lving arms and made me royality
No matter what may come my way, you can't hold me down
I'll be shouting "Hallelujah" while I'm dancing on solid ground
Video
Child of the King
Meaning & Inspiration
"Child Of The King," a powerful declaration from The Crabb Family, debuted on September 11, 2007, as a key track on their album *Letting Go*. The song immediately presents itself as a spiritual battle cry, a bold affirmation of identity and authority rooted in faith. Its core meaning centers on the believer's elevated status and divine protection, directly confronting spiritual adversaries with unwavering confidence derived from God's grace and ultimate triumph. It encapsulates the journey from spiritual oppression to victorious freedom, reminding every individual of their profound inheritance as a child of the Most High King.
The song opens with a direct challenge to the forces of evil, expressing a weariness of spiritual harassment and a firm resolve to reclaim what has been lost. The lines addressing the adversary directly—"I'm tired of you satan. you've messed with me too long / You tried to ruin my life and steal my song"—resonate with many who have experienced trials and spiritual attacks that aim to diminish their joy and purpose. This powerful stance is not born of human strength but of divine covering, as the lyric declares being "covered by the precious blood of the Holy Lamb." This refers directly to the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, as spoken of in 1 Peter 1:18-19, which states, "knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot." It is this protective power, further affirmed in Revelation 12:11, "And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony," that empowers the believer to resist and overcome the schemes of the enemy, standing firm against attempts to "steal [their] song," a metaphor for joy, peace, and divine purpose, much like the thief in John 10:10 who comes "to steal and kill and destroy."
The chorus serves as the song's resounding anthem, articulating the secure identity of the believer: "I'm a blood bought, bona-fide Child of The King, / He wrapped me in his living arms and made me royalty." This declaration draws heavily from biblical truths regarding redemption and adoption into God's family. "Blood bought" signifies the cost of salvation through Christ's sacrifice, while "Child of The King" and being "made royalty" echo scriptures like 1 Peter 2:9, which proclaims, "But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." Romans 8:16-17 further solidifies this status, affirming that "The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ." This royal identity instills an unshakeable confidence, enabling the proclamation, "No matter what may come my way, you can't hold me down / I'll be shouting 'Hallelujah' while I'm dancing on solid ground." This imagery of dancing on "solid ground" directly points to the stability and security found in Christ, akin to Psalm 40:2, where God "set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure." It's a testament to sustained joy and praise even amid life's challenges, grounded in a faith that transcends circumstances.
The second verse broadens the scope to include an eschatological perspective, reinforcing the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom and the definitive defeat of evil. "One day the time will come when every knee shall bow / and every saint of God will leave the ground" points to the future glorification of believers and the universal acknowledgment of Christ's sovereignty. This echoes Philippians 2:10-11, where it is prophesied "that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." The subsequent lines—"You'll be thrown into the pit of fire never to return / Sometime sooner than you think, this lesson you will learn"—serve as a stark warning to the spiritual adversary, aligning with biblical prophecies of final judgment and the eternal fate of evil forces, as described in Revelation 20:10 and 14-15, where the devil and death are cast into the lake of fire. This prophetic insight further empowers the believer, knowing that the struggles of today are temporary and final victory is assured.
The song's tag, "I'm taking back my joy / I'm taking back my peace / I'm taking back all the things the devil stole from me," serves as an active declaration of spiritual reclamation. It moves beyond passive defense to an assertive stance, leveraging the authority granted to believers through Christ. This powerful statement resonates with Luke 10:19, where Jesus declares, "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall injure you." It is an act of faith to repossess blessings like joy (Nehemiah 8:10, "the joy of the Lord is your strength") and peace (John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you") that may have been diminished by trials or spiritual attacks. This concluding declaration reinforces the song's overarching message: that believers, armed with their identity as children of the King and the power of His blood, have the right and authority to live in the fullness of the abundant life Christ promised. "Child Of The King" stands as an invigorating anthem, inspiring confidence and encouraging believers to boldly live out their royal heritage, knowing their true identity and the ultimate victory secured by their Savior.