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Why Me
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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Merle Haggard's "Why Me" is a heartfelt country gospel song expressing deep gratitude and humility before God. The narrator wonders why he has been blessed despite his past mistakes, acknowledging that he has wasted much of his life. He pleads for Jesus' help, recognizing his own weakness and need for divine guidance. The song also carries a sense of purpose, as he hopes to share his testimony with others who are also on their way back to God. It is a sincere prayer of repentance and surrender, trusting that his soul is safe in Jesus' hands.
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Why me Lord what have I ever done
To deserve even one of the pleasures I've known
Tell me Lord what did I ever do to be worthy
Of You or the kindness You've shown.
Lord help me, Jesus I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've needed You so
Help me Jesus my soul's in Your hand.
Try me Lord if you think there's a way
I can try to repay all I've taken from You
Maybe Lord I can show someone else
What I've been through myself
On my way back to You.
Lord help me Jesus I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've needed You so
Help me Jesus my soul's in Your hand.
Jesus my soul's in your hand...