TobyMac - Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like) Lyrics
Lyrics
My life be like Ooh Ahh (yeah)
Ooooooh
My life be like Ooh Ahh, Ooh Ahh (yeah)
Ooooooh
Chorus:
It's times like these that make me say,
Lord if you see me please come my way.
Leavin bread crumbs for when I stray
Rely on sacrifice and the price you paid
Feel me like a fingertip
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
Sometimes I fall I slip
My heartfelt desire be more like you
Trying not to quench your fire by the things that i do
I'm on an island by my lonesome stranded
Low key and stayin candid
Reflectin on the things I try my hand at
Search for the equations to persuasions I'm used to
Findin comfort in the zones of closet bones I get loose to
A mountainous fontaine,
Spinnin and monsoonin
Grinnin its high octane
This flow's how I came
Rollin down the hills cause lifes a hassle
Encircled by my folly like a moat surround a castle
Stay afloat,
Catch a second wind thin is the air I breathe
Teary-eyed nose runnin, wipe the snot on my sleeve
I'm callin on my savior to be all that I need
Please forgive me my behavior had me lost at light speed
Chorus
The fear of never falling in love
And the tears after losing the feelings
Of what you thought love was
Like the dirt still up under the rug
(My life be like)
Bad characteristics covered in Christ's blood
The joy of new birth and the pain of growing up
The bliss between giving my all and giving up
The highs and lows,
Paths and roads I chose
In the cold I froze
Trying to ease my woes
In this world of sin
Clothes to thin to fend
So to God I send
Words of help to win
In grumblings so deep letters could never express
So the sounds of Ooh Ahh beneath my breath projects
Chorus
(Toby Mac)
My life be like ooh aah ooh
Dum dum diddy
Here comes that boy from the capital city
Last up on the Grits new ditty
But eight bars of the truth will do, uhh
I believe there's a pride thats stunning,
And I believe in the kingdom coming
I believe if you seek the truth,
You don't need to look far cuz it's gonna find you
So why, oh why, do I trip and stumble?
And ooh ahh as commitments crumble?
I can't believe that I'm here again...'gain....'gain....
My life be like
Chorus (x2)
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
My life be like
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
My life be like
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
My life be like
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
(flow fingertip flow fingertip)
My life be like
Video
GRITS - Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like) (feat. tobyMac) OFFICIAL AUDIO
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on March 28, 2013, as the official audio featuring TobyMac, "Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like)" by GRITS immediately captivates with its raw energy and profound declaration of faith in the midst of life's inherent ups and downs. This track isn't just a catchy tune; it's a powerful testament to the transformative nature of God's grace, a concept woven deeply into the fabric of Christian belief. The song opens a window into the daily grind, the inevitable frustrations, and the moments of sheer helplessness that characterize the human experience, echoing the sentiment found in Ecclesiastes 1:14, "I have seen all the things that are done under the sun; all of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind." Yet, amidst this acknowledgment of life's often chaotic and seemingly pointless struggles, the song pivots to a radical, unshakeable joy found in a higher power.
The core message of "Ooh Ahh (My Life Be Like)" is the profound shift that occurs when one anchors their identity and hope in Christ. This isn't a superficial optimism; it's a deep-seated peace that transcends circumstances. The "ooh ahh" refrain, in its simplicity, signifies moments of awe and wonder, the palpable presence of God that can make even the mundane feel miraculous. This resonates with the psalmist's declaration in Psalm 16:11, "You make known to me the path of life; you will fill my mouth with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand." The song directly confronts the reality of sin and brokenness, acknowledging that before encountering divine intervention, life could feel like a cycle of striving without lasting fulfillment. This echoes the Apostle Paul's profound realization in Romans 7:24, "What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death?" The transformative power highlighted in the song is precisely that rescue, the liberation from a life bound by limitations and despair.
Furthermore, the track beautifully articulates the idea that true satisfaction is not found in earthly possessions or fleeting pleasures, but in a relationship with God. This aligns with Jesus' own teachings in Matthew 6:19-20, where He advises, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal." The "ooh ahh" moments are these heavenly treasures, glimpses of God’s goodness that reframe every aspect of life. The journey depicted, from grappling with adversity to experiencing unwavering joy, is a vivid illustration of the process of sanctification, where believers are continually being made more like Christ. It's a reminder that even when the world feels overwhelming, the enduring truth of God's love and the promise of eternal life offer an anchor for the soul, a reason to exclaim "ooh ahh" in grateful amazement.