We Need Emmanuel
Embracing Emmanuel: A Heartfelt Quest for Joy in the Holiday Season
Lyrics
I'm not entirely sure what's come over me
I'm experiencing a change in myself, uncertain of the cause.
Up in the attic with that old fake Christmas tree
In the attic with an artificial Christmas tree from the past.
Barely November, I can't remember me
It's barely November, and I feel disconnected from myself.
Looking for Christmas so early
Searching for Christmas early, seeking meaning.
Could be the days getting shorter and darker now
Days are getting shorter and darker, facing life's difficulties.
All the world's problems I never could figure out
Struggling with global issues that I couldn't comprehend.
What's got me wishing for snow
Wishing for snow, possibly as a symbol of purity or renewal.
Not sure but I think I know
Uncertain about the exact reason but sensing a need for change.
God with us
Expressing a desire for God's presence.
Will you come be with us?
Inviting God to be with us, seeking divine assistance.
'Cause we need a little help
Recognizing the need for help in challenging times.
We need Emmanuel
Expressing a specific need for Emmanuel (God with us).
Love come down
Asking for love to come down, possibly divine love.
Sing with the angels now
Encouraging singing with angels, a celestial connection.
Just like the first Noel
Referencing the traditional carol "Noel" in connection with Christmas.
We need Emmanuel
Reiterating the need for Emmanuel, divine intervention.
Christmas this year doesn't feel quite the same as it
Noticing a difference in the Christmas experience compared to childhood.
Did back when I was a boy
Reflecting on the change in the holiday's atmosphere.
The specials on TV and Holly and maybe it's just me
Mentioning TV specials and decorations, questioning the difficulty in finding joy.
But why's it so hard to find joy?
Pondering why joy seems elusive in the current circumstances.
I hope I don't sound ungrateful
Expressing concern about sounding ungrateful despite having family and food.
There's food on the table and family around
Acknowledging the presence of family and basic needs being met.
The Christ in a manger, could I ask a favor?
Reflecting on the Christ in a manger and expressing a desire for a favor or comfort.
Could I just hold you right now?
Seeking comfort and closeness in a difficult moment.
God with us
Repeating the invitation for God to be with us.
Will you come be with us?
Reiterating the request for God's presence.
'Cause we need a little help
Emphasizing the need for assistance and divine intervention.
We need Emmanuel
Repeating the specific need for Emmanuel.
Love come down
Asking for love to come down as a source of strength and comfort.
Sing with the angels now
Encouraging participation in a celestial chorus with angels.
Just like the first Noel
Referencing the joyous aspect of the traditional carol "Noel."
We need Emmanuel
Reiterating the essential need for Emmanuel.
God with us
Repeated emphasis on God's presence with us.
God with us
-God with us
-God with us
-God with us
-God with us
Repeating the invitation for God to be with us.
Will you come be with us?
Reiterating the request for God's presence.
'Cause we need a little help
Emphasizing the need for assistance and divine intervention.
We need Emmanuel
Repeating the specific need for Emmanuel.
Love come down
Asking for love to come down as a source of strength and comfort.
Sing with the angels now
Encouraging participation in a celestial chorus with angels.
Just like the first Noel
Referencing the joyous aspect of the traditional carol "Noel."
We need Emmanuel
Reiterating the essential need for Emmanuel.
Just like the first Noel
Closing with a repetition of the connection to the first Noel.
We need Emmanuel
Final emphasis on the significance of Emmanuel in the Christmas context.
Emmanuel
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