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Father
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Jul 4, 2026 updated
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Jeremy Camp's song 'Father' explores the raw honesty of human brokenness and the relief of being fully known by God. The lyrics describe the exhaustion of trying to appear strong while hiding pain, and the turning point when the singer remembers that God holds him and defines his identity. The central theme is that we are created to need God, and He welcomes us as His children, washing away our failures and tears. The song emphasizes that even when we feel lost or let down by others, God remains a faithful Father who leads, protects, and never lets go.
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I cover up the pain that I'm lost in
'Cause I wanna be enough and it's exhausting
Trying so hard but really I'm just wearing my heart out
And I find myself right on the verge of a breakdown
Then You hold me in Your hands
Remind me who You are and who I am
I was born broken so You can make me whole
I'll bring my dirt and let You wash over me like water (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I was born to need You, to wipe the tears I cry
Yes, You made me a child so You could be my Father
I'm Your child and You're my Father (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Even when I'm lost and I don't feel found
When humans are human and they let me down
You're still my Father
I was born broken so You can make me whole
I'll bring my dirt and let You wash over me like water (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I was born to need You, to wipe the tears I cry
Yes, You made me a child so You could be my Father
I'm Your child and You're my Father (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
You lead me, protect me, bring me home
I'm weak and afraid but You never let go
And I don't have to hide 'cause You already know
Already know
You're still my Father (Oh-ooh)
I was born broken so You can make me whole
I'll bring my dirt and let You wash over me like water (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I was born to need You, to wipe the tears I cry
Yes, You made me a child so You could be my Father (Father)
I'm Your child and You're my Father (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I'm Your child and-