The Imperials - So High Lyrics
Lyrics
Well, He's so high (so high you can't get over Him)
So wide (so wide you can't get around Him)
So low (so low you can't get under him)
Great God Almighty (you must come in at the door)
Oh well, He's high (so high you can't get over Him)
He's wide (so wide you can't get around Him)
So low (so low you can't get under him)
The mighty lamb (you must come in at the door)
Well I went down in the valley
You know I did over there ever stay
My soul got happy in the valley
You know I stayed right there all day
Well, He's high (so high you can't get over Him)
And he's wide (so wide you can't get around Him)
I know he's so low (so low you can't get under him)
The mighty lamb (you must come in at the door)
Well I ain't been to heaven but I'm, I'm told
The streets the streets are pearls
You know the mighty mighty
Mighty gates are gold
And He's high (so high you can't get over Him)
So wide (so wide you can't get around Him)
He's so low (so low you can't get under him)
The mighty lamb (you must come in at the door)
Well, He's high (so high you can't get over Him)
And he's wide (so wide you can't get around Him)
I know he's so low (so low you can't get under him)
The mighty lamb (you must come in at the door)
Video
So High
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 19, 2019, The Imperials' "So High" immediately transports us into a vibrant exploration of God's immense nature and the singular path to Him. The song doesn't just entertain; it serves as a profound theological statement wrapped in accessible, stirring vocal harmonies, deeply rooted in the rich tradition of gospel music that invites reflection and worship.
The central declaration of the song — "He's so high (so high you can't get over Him), so wide (so wide you can't get around Him), so low (so low you can't get under Him)" — powerfully conveys the boundless, uncontainable essence of God. This lyrical triad beautifully encapsulates His omnipresence, omnipotence, and unsearchable wisdom. We are reminded that God is utterly transcendent, His thoughts and ways infinitely above our own, as Isaiah 55:9 proclaims: "For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts." There is no angle or dimension from which humanity can grasp, circumvent, or escape the divine. He fills all space and time, demonstrating a sovereignty that eludes all human schemes and efforts. This unapproachable grandeur is not meant to intimidate, but to humble and point us toward His holiness, revealing that our access to such a magnificent being cannot be earned or achieved through personal merit or ingenuity.
This leads directly to the song’s pivotal decree: "You must come in at the door." This phrase is far more than a simple instruction; it is a direct echo of Christ's own words in John 10:9, where He declares, "I am the door; if anyone enters through Me, he will be saved." The Imperials reiterate this foundational truth, emphasizing that Jesus Christ is the sole conduit to salvation and an authentic relationship with God. He isn't merely one path among many; He is *the* singular, essential entry point. The subsequent identification of "The mighty lamb" further deepens this Christ-centric message. "The Lamb" inherently refers to Jesus, the sacrificial Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, as John the Baptist identified Him in John 1:29. Adding "mighty" underscores His divine power and sovereign authority, perfectly blending His sacrificial role with His divine strength and dominion, worthy of all praise as seen in Revelation 5:12.
The narrative then shifts to a personal encounter: "Well I went down in the valley... My soul got happy in the valley, You know I stayed right there all day." This segment paints a vivid picture of a profound spiritual experience, often occurring in moments of humility, surrender, or deep reflection, rather than in grand, public displays. The "valley" here isn't necessarily a place of despair, but perhaps a metaphor for a place where one becomes truly receptive to God's presence, away from the distractions of the world. It’s in these moments of seeking, away from the peaks of worldly achievement, that many find an overwhelming joy and peace, prompting them to linger in God's presence, much like the psalmist who proclaimed fullness of joy in God's presence in Psalm 16:11. This illustrates that true spiritual satisfaction is found not in overcoming God, but in humbly encountering Him.
Finally, "So High" offers a glimpse into the glorious promise of heaven: "Well I ain't been to heaven but I'm, I'm told / The streets the streets are pearls / You know the mighty mighty / Mighty gates are gold." These lines paint a beautiful, evocative image of the celestial city, drawing directly from the vivid descriptions found in Revelation 21:21, which speaks of gates made of single pearls and streets of pure gold. This portrayal serves not merely as a beautiful vision, but as the ultimate hope and destination for those who have indeed entered through "the door." It reinforces the incredible reward that awaits believers, tying the profound theological statements about God's nature and the necessity of Christ directly to the eternal future. "So High" therefore stands as a compelling musical sermon, inspiring genuine reverence for God's immeasurable being and affirming the saving power and exclusive path offered through Jesus Christ, encouraging all to discover the enduring joy of His presence and the magnificent promise of eternal life.