TobyMac - Made To Love Lyrics
Lyrics
The dream is fading, now I'm staring at the door
I know its over cause my feet have hit the cold floor
Check my reflection, I ain't feelin what I see
It's no mystery
Whatever happened to a passion I could live for
What became of the flame that made me feel more
And when did I forget that...
I was made to love you
I was made to find you
I was made just for you
Made to adore you
I was made to love
And be loved by you
You were here before me
You were waiting on me
And you said you'd keep me
Never would you leave me I was made to love
and be loved by you
The dream's alive with my eyes opened wide
Back in the ring you've got me swinging for the grand prize
I feel the haters spittin vapors on my dreams
But I still believe
I'm reachin out, reachin up, reachin over
I feel a breeze cover me called Jehovah
And daddy I'm on my way
Cause I was made to love...
I was made to love you
I was made to find you
I was made just for you
Made to adore you
I was made to love
And be loved by you
You were here before me
You were waiting on me
And you said you'd keep me
Never would you leave me I was made to love
and be loved by you
I was made to love you
I was made just for you
Made to adore you
I was made to love
And be loved by you
You were here before me
You were waiting on me
And you said you'd keep me
Never would you leave me I was made to love
and be loved by you
(nah, nah, nah, nah - nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
(nah, nah, nah, nah - nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Anything I would give up for you (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Everything, I'd give it all away (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Anything I would give up for you (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Everything, I'd give it all away (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Anything I would give up for you (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Everything, I'd give it, I'd give it all away, Oh yeah
Cause I was made to love you (I was made to love you)
Yeah I was made to love you (I was made to find you)
Cause I was made to love you (I was made to adore you, made just for you) (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
I was made to love you (I was made to adore you, made just for you)
Cause I was made to love you (I was made to adore you, made just for you) (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
I was made to love you (I was made to adore you)
Yeah I'm loved by you
Yeah I'm loved by you (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Yeah I' m loved by you (nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
(nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
(nah, nah, nah, nah, nah)
Video
TobyMac - Made To Love (Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
TobyMac's "Made to Love," released on June 16, 2015, is a powerful declaration of a restored and purposeful relationship with God. The song opens with a stark depiction of spiritual disconnection, a feeling of emptiness where passion and purpose once resided. The lyrics paint a picture of someone staring into the abyss of their own reflection, acknowledging a loss of inner fire. This initial sentiment echoes the weariness described in Ecclesiastes 12:1, "Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years draw near when you say, 'I have no pleasure in them.'" The verse captures a universal human experience of losing sight of what truly matters, becoming adrift from our core identity.
However, the song swiftly pivots to a profound realization of divine love and preordained purpose. The recurring chorus, "I was made to love you, I was made to find you, I was made just for you, Made to adore you, I was made to love and be loved by you," is not merely a catchy refrain; it's a foundational theological truth. This message resonates deeply with the biblical understanding that our existence is not accidental but intentional. Ephesians 2:10 states, "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." This verse directly supports the idea of being "made" for a specific purpose, and "Made to Love" articulates that purpose as a reciprocal relationship with the Divine. The lyrics further emphasize God's initiative in this relationship: "You were here before me, You were waiting on me, And you said you'd keep me, Never would you leave me." This beautifully mirrors God's enduring faithfulness and His promises of presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:6: "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
The song's second half shifts from introspection to triumphant affirmation. The dream is no longer fading; it's alive and vibrant, fueled by renewed faith. The imagery of being "back in the ring" and "swinging for the grand prize" signifies a recommitment to living out this divine calling despite external opposition. The mention of "haters spittin vapors on my dreams" acknowledges the realities of spiritual warfare and doubt that can try to derail our focus. Yet, the unwavering belief expressed, "But I still believe," aligns with Hebrews 11:1, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." The powerful declaration, "I feel a breeze cover me called Jehovah," is a poetic allusion to the Holy Spirit's presence and comfort, a tangible manifestation of God's enveloping love and guidance. The repeated affirmations of willingness to give "anything" and "everything" up for this love demonstrate a surrendered heart, a willingness to prioritize God above all else, a sentiment echoing Jesus' teaching in Matthew 16:25: "For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it." Ultimately, "Made to Love" is more than a song; it's a testament to the transformative power of realizing our inherent value in God's eyes and the profound joy found in a life lived in loving communion with Him.