The Motions
Matthew West
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This might hurt, it's not safe But I know that I've gotta make a change I don't care if I break, At least I'll be feeling something 'Cause just okay is not enough Help me fight through the nothingness of life I don't wanna go through the motions I don't wanna go one more day Without Your all consuming passion inside of me I don't wanna spend my whole life asking, What if I had given everything, Instead of going through the motions? No regrets, not this time I'm gonna let my heart defeat my mind Let Your love make me whole I think I'm finally feeling something 'Cause just okay is not enough Help me fight through the nothingness of this life Cause I don't wanna go through the motions I don't wanna go one more day Without Your all consuming passion inside of me I don't wanna spend my whole life asking What if I had given everything, Instead of going through the motions? Take me all the way (take me all the way) Take me all the way ('cause I don't wanna go through the motions) Take me all the way (I know I'm finally feeling something real) Take me all the way I don't wanna go through the motions I don't wanna go one more day Without Your all consuming passion inside of me I don't wanna spend my whole life asking, What if I had given everything, Instead of going through the motions? I don't wanna go through the motions I don't wanna go one more day Without Your all consuming passion inside of me I don't wanna spend my whole life asking, What if I had given everything, Instead of going through the motions? Take me all the way (take me all the way) Take me all the way (I don't wanna go, I don't wanna go) Take me all the way (through the motions) Take me all the way I don't wanna go through the motions
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Written by: Matthew West, Cindy Mizelle, Jason Houser
Lyrics © ESSENTIAL MUSIC PUBLISHING, AMPLIFIED ADMINISTRATION, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Inspiration"The Motions" was inspired by a fan who wrote to Matthew West as part of his project to collect real-life stories from his fans. The fan’s story made him realize how easy it is to get caught up in the routine of life and lose passion for the things you care about.
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Release DateThe song was released on January 9, 2009, as part of the album "Something to Say".
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Chart Performance"The Motions" performed well on the charts, reaching number 1 on Billboard's Christian Songs Chart. It spent a total of 8 weeks in the top spot.
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Professional RecognitionIn 2010, the song was nominated for a Dove Award for Song of the Year.
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Song LengthThe track has a duration of approximately 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
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Music VideoThe music video premiered on YouTube in February 2009. It has since garnered millions of views.
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Writing ContributionsMatthew West co-wrote the song with his longtime collaborator, Sam Mizell.
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ThemesThe song tackles themes of religious faith, passion, and the danger of complacency in life.
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Radio SuccessIt stayed on Christian Hit Radio for 17 weeks, reaching the top spot for three consecutive weeks.
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Sales RecordsIt was the most downloaded Christian track on iTunes during its first week of release.
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Live PerformancesMatthew West has performed "The Motions" at numerous concerts and Christian events, often as a way to underscore his message of living with faith and purpose.
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ImpactThe song has become one of Matthew West's most popular songs, helping to establish his reputation as a leading artist in contemporary Christian music.
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Remix VersionA remix version of "The Motions" was released featuring reggae-influenced rhythms. This version showcased West's versatility as a performer.
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