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The Right Things
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Aug 17, 2026 updated
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Chris Renzema's song "The Right Things" is a reflective Christian track about letting go of worldly distractions and focusing on what truly matters. The lyrics describe a sense of running aimlessly, being lost in thoughts, and carrying heavy burdens, while recognizing the fleeting nature of life. The chorus emphasizes holding on to eternal values and releasing temporary concerns, acknowledging that God is the only lasting thing. The song encourages surrender and a shift in priorities, resonating with themes of faith, surrender, and hope.
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I've been running down this road
Don't even know where I'm going half the time
I've been hiding in my phone
I have been missing all the moments I'm trying to find
I've been pushing back regret
I've been lost inside my head
I've been wandering around like a ghost
But I wanna hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest
'Cause time's worth more than money
And I'm done buying what won't last
'Cause the years are just a vapor
And this life is just a breath
I wanna hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest
I've been wearing myself out
Trying to get this off the ground on my own
Yeah, I've been carrying this weight
Feeling that something's got to change, God, I know it
Oh God, I know it
I've been pushing back regret
I've been lost inside my head
I've been wandering around like a ghost
But I wanna hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest
'Cause time's worth more than money
And I'm done buying what won't last
'Cause the years are just a vapor
And this life is just a breath
I wanna hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest
You're the one thing that will last forever
So I'm done holding on to what won't matter
You're the one thing that will last forever
So I'm done holding on to what won't matter
You're the one thing that will last forever (Oh, oh)
So I'm done holding on to what won't matter (You're the only thing)
You're the one thing that will last forever (Oh, oh)
So I'm done holding on to what won't matter
I wanna hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest
'Cause time's worth more than money
And I'm done buying what won't last
'Cause the years are just a vapor
And this life is just a breath
So hold on to the right things
And let go of the rest