MAY MY LIFE SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS
And what I’m saying is Jesus I’m sure
You’re what I want, yeah
That’s what I want
These words ain’t cheap, no, they bleed on the page
I see what I’ve been and that needs to change
And that’s what I want, yeah
You’re what I want
Ha-la-la-lelujah, yeah
Hallelu
Ha-la-la-lelujah, oh yeah
What I want is You
I want to sing, sing, and mean every word
‘˜Cause what I’m singing is joy to the world
And that’s what I want, yeah
That’s what I want
So go on, sing, sing, all of heaven and earth
But don’t just sing, be, and be every word
That’s what I want, yeah
That’s what I want
Hallelujah.
Song Meaning
A song committing to live for Jesus beyond words.
Biblical Message
Read James 1:22 alongside the lyric. The desire to live for Jesus asks for action as well as words.
Reflection
Which word or image in the song speaks to your situation? Read James 1:22, then consider one response you can carry into the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “What I Want” about?
A song committing to live for Jesus beyond words.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
James 1:22 is a starting point for reading alongside the lyric.