Truce
Jars of Clay
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Faultless in the eyes that I could never open Wide enough to see me through Much to my surprise it never orbits around The things you should hold me to I stand here, wondering And I'm waiting [Chorus] My ear is twisted in all the thoughts A glimpse of truce just because It's always almost never close I close my eyes hide the distance Enchanted by the face of peace and when it turns To sunken eyes and waterfalls Unsatisfied with simple things entangled in the chords, I can't take any calls I stand here waiting I'm calling [Chorus] Waiting around for some kind of peace Hoping you find me in my need My ear is twisted It's always almost [Chorus]
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Written by: CHARLIE LOWELL, DAN HASELTINE, MATT ODMARK, STEPHEN DANIEL MASON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album"Truce" is a song by the American Christian rock band Jars of Clay which was released from their ninth full-length studio album, "The Shelter," in 2010.
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GenreThis song, like most of the band's tracks, is described as a blend of alternative rock and Christian rock.
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Band FormationJars of Clay was formed at Greenville College in Illinois in 1993, and their name was derived from the verse 2 Corinthians 4:7 in the Bible.
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LyricsThe lyrics for "Truce" carry a strong Christian message, discussing the concept of giving up one's personal struggles and surrendering to God's plan.
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Collaboration"Truce" showcases a unique collaboration with singer-songwriter Sara Groves. Jars of Clay often features guest artists on their albums, with "The Shelter" including 15 different artists.
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PopularityWhile not a chart-topping hit like their song "Flood," "Truce" remains a fan favorite due to its powerful lyrics and unique musicality.
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Special ThemeThe album "The Shelter" was designed to be a collection of songs about community, faith, and worship. "Truce" encapsulates this theme well, focusing on notions of trust, faith, and surrender.
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Band’s Work PhilosophiesThe song "Truce" is a testament to the band's principle of using music to convey faith-related messages and their skill in blending pop-rock with profound Christian dialogues.
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AwardsWhile "Truce" itself didn't win any awards, the album "The Shelter" won the 2011 Dove Award for Recorded Music Packaging.
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InspirationAccording to the band, the inspiration for writing "Truce" came from their faith and the idea of giving up personal conflicts and surrendering them to a higher power.
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