Get the Hell Out of There
Grace's Redemption: Find Hope and Transformation in 'Get the Hell Out of There'
Lyrics
Rough around the edges a long way from smooth
The speaker is not polished or refined; far from being smooth or perfect.
Probably would not be welcome at your Sunday School
The speaker might not be accepted in a conservative or strict environment like a Sunday School due to their roughness.
But God looks on the heart the Good Book declares
Despite appearances, God values one's inner qualities, according to religious teachings.
So I guess I'll get started and get the hell out of there
The speaker intends to begin a change and leave behind their current state ("hell") by taking action.
Dusted off Mamas bible so I could clean up my heart
The speaker refers to using their mother's Bible to cleanse their inner self.
There in red, black and white grace tore sin all apart
The grace of God, depicted as tearing apart sin, is highlighted in the Bible.
So I ask the author if he could send me some down here
The speaker asks God, the author of grace, for assistance in their life.
And right there in that pickup I got the hell out of there
The speaker experiences a transformative moment ("in that pickup") and decides to leave their previous state behind.
Now this ain't no misery love company song
This is not a song about wallowing in misery; it's about offering hope to those who feel lost.
It's hope for the hopeless and those too far gone
The song is meant to inspire hope for individuals who feel they are beyond help or redemption.
So if your heart is in trouble and you don't have a prayer
If someone's heart is troubled and they feel hopeless, the speaker believes God can assist them.
I know he can help you get the hell out of there
The speaker is confident that God's help can facilitate a transformation for those in need.
My God can help you get the hell out of there
The speaker reaffirms their belief that God can lead individuals away from a negative state or situation.
I'm not talking' 'bout drivin' or leavin' some church
The speaker isn't referring to physically leaving a church but rather changing their life through spiritual means.
I stole something from the devil and I put grace to work
The speaker metaphorically took something valuable from the influence of negativity (the devil) and utilized God's grace.
So if your heart is in trouble and you don't have a prayer
If someone feels spiritually troubled and without hope, the speaker believes God's assistance is available.
I know he can help you get the hell out of there
Reiteration of the belief that God can guide individuals away from a negative state.
My God can help you get the hell out of there
Reaffirmation of the belief that God can guide individuals away from a negative state.
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