Lead Me
Sanctus Real
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I look around and see my wonderful life Almost perfect from the outside In picture frames I see my beautiful wife Always smiling But on the inside, I can hear her saying "Lead me with strong hands Stand up when I can't Don't leave me hungry for love Chasing dreams, what about us? Show me you're willing to fight That I'm still the love of your life I know we call this our home But I still feel alone." I see their faces, look in their innocent eyes They're just children from the outside I'm working hard, I tell myself they'll be fine They're independent But on the inside, I can hear them saying "Lead me with strong hands Stand up when I can't Don't leave me hungry for love Chasing dreams, what about us? Show me you're willing to fight That I'm still the love of your life I know we call this our home But I still feel alone." So Father, give me the strength To be everything I am called to be Oh, Father, show me the way To lead them Won't you lead me? To lead them with strong hands To stand up when they can't Don't want to leave them hungry for love Chasing things that I could give up I'll show them I'm willing to fight And give them the best of my life So we can call this our home Lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone Father, lead me, 'cause I can't do this alone
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Written by: Chris Rohman, Jason Ingram, Matt Hammitt
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ESSENTIAL MUSIC PUBLISHING, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Origin"Lead Me" is a heartfelt, soulful song performed by American Christian rock band Sanctus Real.
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Band MembersThe group was founded in 1996 and consisted of members Matt Hammitt, Chris Rohman, Dan Gartley, Pete Prevost, and Mark Graalman when the song "Lead Me" was released.
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Release DateThe song was released on June 7, 2010, as the second single from their fifth studio album called "Pieces of a Real Heart."
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Song PurposeThe song was written as a deep and personal pledge by lead vocalist Matt Hammitt to his wife and three children, expressing his commitment to be a better husband and a more present father.
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Chart Success"Lead Me" was a commercial success for the band, reaching number one on the Billboard Christian Songs chart and staying there for nine weeks. It was also the group's highest-charting single, peaking at number 81 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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AwardsIn 2011, "Lead Me" was nominated for two Dove Awards- Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 42nd GMA Dove Awards.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song’s lyrics were inspired by an emotional conversation Matt Hammitt had with his wife, who expressed the need for him to be there more for their family.
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Personal ImpactIn interviews, Matt Hammitt expressed that writing "Lead Me" brought about a significant transformation in his personal life, leading to a better balance between his roles as a musician on the road and a father at home.
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Song MessageThe song is often understood to be a prayer asking God for guidance and strength in leading a family and staying true to one's responsibilities.
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YouTube PopularityThe official music video for "Lead Me" on YouTube has garnered over 21 million views since its release.
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Post-Band ImpactPartly inspired by "Lead Me," after leaving Sanctus Real, Matt Hammitt launched a new initiative, the "Lead Me Live" conferences, which aim to strengthen family relationships through music, messages, and community.
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