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No More No Less
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Aug 21, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
MercyMe's song "No More No Less" is a heartfelt confession of authenticity and humility. The singer admits he is not trying to hide anything or reinvent himself, but simply wants to be real. He acknowledges that he is not the leader, but points to God as the one who leads. The chorus introduces himself as just a man who understands he is blessed because of God. He is not trying to prove anything, but emphasizes that it's all about the change God brings. He hopes others will see the heart inside him, beyond what they think they know, and describes himself as a kid trying to make it home, longing for heaven.
Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team
I'm not trying to hide anything
I wear it on my sleeve
I wear it on my sleeve
I'm not trying to be something I'm not
This is all I've got
This is all I've got
I'm not trying to re-invent the wheel
Just trying to be real
Trying to be real
I'm not trying to say follow me
I'm not the one who leads
I'm not the one who leads
Let me introduce myself to you
This is who I am
No more, no less
I am just a man who understands
Because of You I'm blessed
No more, no less
I'm not trying to prove anything
It's all about the change
It's all about the change
I hope you stare just long enough to see
The heart that's beating here inside of me
Beyond all the things you may think you know
I'm just a kid trying to make it home, that's it
No more, no less
Lord, I want to go home
Nothing more, nothing less