TobyMac - Let's Go Lyrics
Lyrics
Andale, andale
It's your boy Toby Mac
With the Group 1 Crew
What you got, bing
What you got girl? Come on
I've heard life is like a box of sweet delights
But in reality every day is a fight
So we hold on to the promise
That things happen for reasons
We may not understand it
But faith keeps us believin'
And I know that we can make it
With faith in our hearts, we can face it
Any mountain that comes our way
We can move
There's never a right time
To get up and live life
You only got one try
(Andale, andale)
So take what you've been given
And make time
To turn someone's day bright
And change how we live life
(Andale, andale)
The future's what we make it
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(One life, one world y'all)
The future's what we make it
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(One life, one world y'all)
The future's what we make it
So let's go
We in a time when sun don't shine in all places
Typically nose to the grind just to make it
Take the same old, see the same faces
Sayin' it's the hand we've been dealt so we take it
But if life's what we make it
I'm a turn the world around
Make the poor people famous
Make the B the new A list
Give your Facebook page a new face-lift
And every status you post
Will compliment who you are
The whole world's dark
While you shine like a star
Then bring hatred to an end
And watch the honor
Of our generation come alive again
There's never a right time
To get up and live life
You only got one try
(Andale, andale)
So take what you've been given
And make time
To turn someone's day bright
And change how we live life
(Andale, andale)
The future's what we make it
It's the right time
To get up and live life
You only got one try
(Andale, andale)
So take what you've been given
And make time
To turn someone's day bright
And change how we live life
(Andale, andale)
The future's what we make it, so let's go
Yeah, we got brighter days ahead
I know you got dreams, I believe in them
I know you got problems too, forget them
'Cause life's too short so let's begin
Yep, see it's all about you
You are the change the world needs to view
'Cause when we change the world changes too
And it's a small world after all
'Cause I got something that'll change the world
Moms to the dads, every boy and girl
All I wanna do is show ya how it could be
If ya open up and let your spirit free
So let's go, let's go, let's go, let's go
Let's go, let's go, let's go
Toby Mac, Group 1 Crew
There's never a right time
To get up and live life
You only got one try
(Andale, andale)
So take what you've been given
And make time
To turn someone's day bright
And change how we live life
(Andale, andale)
The future's what we make it
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(One life, one world y'all)
The future's what we make it
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(To the beat y'all)
So let's go
(One life, one world y'all)
The future's what we make it
So let's go, yeah
(Andale, andale)
Group 1 Crew, sure we make it
Sure we make it
(Andale, andale)
We make it, we make it
Let's go, let's go
Video
All In (Letting Go) (Mr. Talkbox Interlude)
Meaning & Inspiration
TobyMac’s "Let's Go," featuring Group 1 Crew, emerged from his acclaimed 2010 album *Tonight*, a project that continued to solidify his unique blend of rock, pop, and hip-hop with unapologetically faith-driven messages. The song itself is not merely an upbeat track; it's a clarion call, a high-energy anthem designed to ignite purpose and action within everyone who hears it. At its heart, "Let's Go" confronts the often harsh realities of life, acknowledging that while we might anticipate "sweet delights," the truth is that "every day is a fight." Yet, this acknowledgment isn't despairing; it’s a setup for the profound truth that "faith keeps us believin'" in a divine plan, even when circumstances are unclear. This message resonates deeply with Romans 8:28, which assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose," reminding us that even in our struggles, there is a higher design at play, calling for steadfast trust and hope, much like the essence of Hebrews 11:1, where faith is defined as "the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."
The narrative of "Let's Go" quickly transitions from a recognition of life's struggles to a powerful declaration of empowerment. The song asserts that with "faith in our hearts, we can face it / Any mountain that comes our way / We can move." This sentiment directly echoes the promise found in Matthew 17:20, where Jesus tells His followers that with faith as small as a mustard seed, they can command mountains to move, and it will happen. It’s a profound affirmation of the transformative power available to those who walk in belief, emphasizing that our strength is not merely our own but divinely augmented. This conviction underpins the urgent central message: "There's never a right time / To get up and live life / You only got one try... So take what you've been given / And make time / To turn someone's day bright / And change how we live life / The future's what we make it." This section serves as a potent reminder of life's brevity and the imperative to seize each moment for Kingdom impact, aligning with Ephesians 5:15-16, which urges us to "be careful then how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity." It's a call to proactive stewardship of our days and talents, challenging us to actively participate in shaping a better world rather than passively accepting what comes our way.
Group 1 Crew’s contribution expands on this theme by painting a vivid picture of a world where "sun don't shine in all places," and people are often stuck in routines, feeling resigned to the "hand we've been dealt." However, they swiftly pivot to a vision of radical change, proposing to "turn the world around," advocating for the marginalized, and encouraging authenticity online, where "every status you post / Will compliment who you are." This isn't just a superficial call for positivity; it’s a challenge to embody Christ-like transformation and shed light into dark corners. It beautifully illustrates Matthew 5:14-16, where believers are called "the light of the world," instructed to let their light shine so that others may see their good deeds and glorify God. The song envisions an end to hatred and a resurgence of honor within a generation, a powerful aspiration that connects with Romans 12:21, which encourages us to "not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." The song is ultimately an affirmation that individual transformation sparks collective revival.
The bridge reinforces this message of hope and individual significance: "We got brighter days ahead / I know you got dreams, I believe in them... 'Cause life's too short so let's begin." It cuts through procrastination and doubt, asserting that "it's all about you / You are the change the world needs to view / 'Cause when we change the world changes too." This speaks to the ripple effect of genuine faith and renewed purpose. As followers of Christ are transformed by the Spirit, they become agents of change in their communities and beyond, a concept rooted in 2 Corinthians 3:18, where we are continually being "transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory." "Let's Go" concludes by hammering home its central demand: action. It’s a rhythmic, insistent pulse that pushes beyond mere contemplation to active participation in God's ongoing work, transforming our spheres of influence and ultimately, the world. It’s a compelling soundtrack for anyone ready to embrace their divine calling and contribute to a world reflecting more of God's love and justice, serving as a dynamic encouragement to live out the Great Commission in every facet of our daily existence.