All my words fall short
I got nothing new
How could I express
All my gratitude?
I could sing these songs
As I often do
But every song must end
And You never do
So I throw up my hands
And praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a
Hallelujah, hallelujah
And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a king
Except for a heart singing
Hallelujah, hallelujah
I’ve got one response
I’ve got just one move
With my arms stretched wide
I will worship You
So I throw up my hands
And praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a
Hallelujah, hallelujah
And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a king
Except for a heart singing
Hallelujah, hallelujah
So come on my soul, oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song, ’cause you’ve got a lion
Inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord
Oh, come on my soul, oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song, ’cause you’ve got a lion
Inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord
Come on my soul, oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song, ’cause you’ve got a lion
Inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord, hey
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord
Praise the Lord
So I throw up my hands
Praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a
Hallelujah, hallelujah
And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a king
Except for a heart singing
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Finding Strength in Simplicity
“Gratitude” by Brandon Lake is a heartfelt anthem that captures the beauty of expressing thankfulness, even when words feel inadequate. The song’s lyrics revolve around the simplicity of offering praise to God, highlighting a sense of humility and sincerity. Lake emphasizes that genuine worship doesn’t require elaborate gestures or eloquent language; sometimes, the purest form of praise is simply a sincere “hallelujah.” By urging the listener to “throw up my hands” and “praise You again and again,” the song encourages an authentic connection with the divine, regardless of circumstance.
A Call to Courageous Praise
The refrain “come on my soul, don’t you get shy on me” serves as a powerful reminder to overcome hesitation in worship. It suggests that everyone has a “lion inside those lungs,” symbolizing inner strength and potential to praise. This message resonates deeply with listeners, inviting them to join in heartfelt worship and embrace vulnerability before God.
Song Credits
- Artist: Brandon Lake
- Songwriters: Brandon Lake, Benjamin Hastings, Dante Bowe
- Release Year: 2022
- Label: Bethel Music