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When I See You
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Sep 7, 2026 updated
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Song Meaning
This worship song captures the moment of beholding God's splendor and the profound transformation that follows. The opening lines paint a picture of divine beauty that words fail to describe, emphasizing the infinite nature of God's ways. As the song unfolds, it shifts from awe at God's majesty to a personal encounter, acknowledging God as a compassionate and faithful friend whose mercy and kindness lead the singer back to His heart. The chorus declares that seeing God changes everything, making the world lovely and leaving the singer forever altered. The bridge exalts God as the glorious, wonderful Almighty King who reigns in power, while the earth sings of His greatness. Yet, in a striking turn, the singer admits to trembling, feeling out of place, but finds comfort in being drawn close by God's very nature. This juxtaposition of holy reverence and intimate acceptance is the heart of the song, moving from distant admiration to a transformative, personal relationship. The repeated affirmation 'I will never be the same' underscores the lasting impact of encountering God, a theme that resonates with anyone who has experienced His grace and love.
Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team
Look at You in all of Your splendor arrayed
Words can't describe just how beautiful You are
Look at You and all Your magnificent ways
I can't comprehend just how infinite You are
When I see You, everything is lovely
When I see You, my whole world seems to change
When I see You, there's no way I'll ever be the same
When I see You, when I see You
Look at You, You're such a compassionate friend
The world's yet to see one as faithful as You are
Look at Your mercy and grace without end
Your kindness is leading me right back to Your heart
When I see You, everything is lovely
When I see You, my whole world seems to change
When I see You, there's no way I'll ever be the same
Oh, when I see glorious, wonderful , Almighty King
You reign in power and we bow before You now
Author of majesty, the whole earth will sing of who You are
Oh, and how great You are
Look at me tremble I'm so out of place
But You draw me close
Because that's just how You are
When I see You, everything is lovely
When I see You, my whole world seems to change
When I see You, there's no way I'll ever be the same
When I see You
When I see You, everything is lovely
When I see You, my whole world seems to change
When I see You, there's no way I'll ever be the same
I will never be the same, never be the same
When I see You, when I see You
When I see You, when I see You
When I see You, when I see You
When I see You, when I see You
When I see You