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Close
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Aug 17, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Hillsong Young & Free's song "Close" is a worship anthem expressing a deep desire for intimacy with God. The lyrics speak of being held in the Father's love, following Him through difficult times, and finding everything in His presence. The repeated refrain "I wanna be close to You" underscores the central theme of longing for nearness to God. The song also emphasizes total surrender, with lines about devotion, focus, and abandoning one's heart for more of Him. It encourages listeners to seek God wholeheartedly and recognize that nothing in the world compares to His worth.
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In the arms of the Father
There is love like no other
He who formed all things
Offers love to me
Where You go we will follow
Through the dark, through the narrow
And in all we do
We are bound to You
I wanna be close to You
I wanna be close to You
There's nothing in this world
That compares to all You are
We are found in Your presence
Seeking You in Your fullness
Give us eyes to see
You are all we need
I wanna be close to You
I wanna be close to You
There's nothing in this world
That compares to all You are
[x2]
My sole devotion
My only focus
To worship You
My life surrendered
My heart abandoned
For more of You
[x2]
I wanna be close to You
I wanna be close to You
There's nothing in this world
That compares to all You are
[x2]
My sole devotion
My only focus
To worship You
My life surrendered
My heart abandoned
For more of You
[x2]