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Closer
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Aug 11, 2026 updated
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Kierra Sheard's "Closer" is a contemporary gospel song expressing a deep desire for intimacy with God. The lyrics ask for guidance to become more like Jesus, to grow in faith, and to trust Him in a challenging world. The song references Jesus' promise to draw all people to Himself when lifted up, and the chorus pleads for a closer, more personal relationship. The vamp echoes the hymn "Draw Me Nearer," acknowledging Jesus as a protector and all-sufficient. It's a heartfelt prayer for transformation and spiritual closeness.
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[Verse 1:]
Show me how to be more like you
Show me how to be stronger in a world so cruel
Show me how to be more faithful in what I don�??t know
And how to trust and how to lean on you Lord
You said
[B-Section:]
If I be lifted up from the earth
I will draw all men unto me
[Chorus:]
Can I get closer to You
Can I get closer and personal too
I need to know how to live more in the likeness of You
Can I get closer �?? Closer to you Lord
[Verse 2:]
Show me how to think more like I should
Show me how to choose between what�??s bad and good
Show me how to be more prayerful and available
So I can hear you when you talk to me Lord
[Vamp:]
Draw me nearer to you Jesus
You�??re my sword and shield
Draw me closer than a brother
You are all I need