I hung my head, for the last time
In surrender and despair
Before I'm dead, I'll take the last climb
Up the mountain, face my fears
The time has come to make a choice
Use my voice for the love of every man
My mind's made up, never again
Never again, will I turn round
Though they may surround me like lions
And crush me on all sides
I may fall, but I will rise
Not by my might or my power or by the strength of swords
Only through Your love, my Lord
All that's lost will be restored
Take courage sons, for we must go under
The heart of darkness and set them free
But don't lose heart when you see the numbers
There's no measure for the faith we bring
And it's given us to overcome
If we run where the Spirit calls us on
The greatest things have yet to come
With the dawn we will rise
Though they may surround us like lions
And crush us on all sides
We may fall, but we will rise
Not by my might or my power or by the strength of swords
Only through Your love, my Lord
All that's lost will be restored
About This Song
"Rise" is a deeply spiritual folk anthem about overcoming despair through faith and divine strength rather than personal power. The song chronicles a journey from surrender and defeat to renewed determination, with Garrels' rich, contemplative vocals carrying themes of spiritual warfare, resilience, and restoration over gentle acoustic arrangements. The lyrics blend biblical imagery with personal struggle, emphasizing that true victory comes "not by my might, or my power" but through divine love, creating a message that resonates beyond religious contexts to anyone facing overwhelming challenges. The song's distinctive blend of vulnerability and strength, combined with Garrels' poetic lyricism and earthy folk sound, makes it a standout track that captures the tension between human frailty and transcendent hope. It exemplifies Garrels' ability to craft deeply personal yet universally relatable songs that address life's most profound struggles with both honesty and faith.
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