Promise
Delirious?
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Nothing is promised to me and you So why will we let this thing go Baby I promise that I'll stay true Don't let nobody say it ain't so And baby I promise That I will never leave That everything will be alright, I I promise these things to you Girl just believe I promise Should of known the things you said been right Forever is such a very long time We never even had a fight Don't let no one change your mind Cause they don't know how much I care They don't know the things we share unless they're here babe But since they're not How can they say I'm not true, oh, oh, oh If you need a love, I got the love that you need Ain't no way they can take that from me And I pray to God that one day they will see Nothing is promised to me and you So why will we let this thing go Baby I promise that I'll stay true Don't let nobody say it ain't so And baby I promise That I will never leave That everything will be alright, I I promise these things to you Girl just believe I promise When I think of all the times I said That I will see you another day Baby nothing's gonna change, yes it is Said you mean the world to me And babygirl I keep you first, yeah Cause that's the kind of love you deserve And to know I got a love if you need a love, yeah If you need a love, I got the love that you need Ain't no way they can take that from me And I pray to God that one day they will see Nothing is promised to me and you So why will we let this thing go Baby I promise that I'll stay true Don't let nobody say it ain't so And baby I promise That I will never leave That everything will be alright, I I promise these things to you Girl just believe I promise You're the only I want in my life And I promise everything is alright babe You're the only I want in my life I promise, promise, promise you baby You're the only I want in my life And I promise everything is alright babe You're the only I want in my life I promise, promise, promise you baby You're the only I want in my life And I promise everything is alright babe You're the only I want in my life I promise, promise, promise you baby
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Written by: Brendan Graham, Rolf Lovland
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Song's Origin"Promise" is a song by British contemporary Christian band Delirious? This band is known for its modern rock style, infused with deep Christian messages.
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Critical ConnectionThe song is a part of the band's album "King of Fools," released in 1997. The album was critically acclaimed and gained attention not just in Christian circles, but also crossed over to mainstream pop charts in the UK.
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Band's BackgroundDelirious? was formed in 1992, and despite being a Christian band, they were widely accepted across different music communities. Their lyrical themes often delve into faith, spirituality, and societal issues.
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Song's Theme"Promise" carries a hopeful and uplifting message, reflecting the band's spiritual beliefs. This mirrors Delirious?’s commitment to conveying their faith and values in their songs.
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Live PerformanceDelirious? often performed "Promise" during their live shows. It has always been a crowd favorite, remembered for its energetic performance and the band’s deep interaction with the audience.
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Band’s DisbandmentDelirious? disbanded in 2009, but their songs, including "Promise," continue to inspire and reach new generations of listeners. Their music legacy prevails, and "Promise" still finds itself in various Christian and mainstream playlists around the world.
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Inspiration Behind the SongThe band never explicitly revealed the inspiration behind "Promise," but it generally resonates with listeners for its theme about faithfulness and commitment to God's words and promises.
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Commercial SuccessAlthough "Promise" isn't the most commercially successful song by Delirious?, it still remains one of their most popular tracks among their fanbase and helped to establish their career.
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Influence"Promise," along with the rest of Delirious?'s discography, has been influential in shaping the sound of contemporary Christian music, influencing other bands and artists in the genre.
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Deeper MeaningLike most of Delirious?’s lyrics, "Promise" has a deeper, spiritual message. Many fans interpret the song as a conversation with God, expressing a sense of trust and reliance upon God's promise.
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