Actions have been justified
All is compromised
Looking for approval there
In someone else's eyes, oh
Dodging all you really are
Becomes your greatest task
Acting out your lonely part
You hide behind your mask
Never true to yourself
Knowing well this is not like you
Fooling yourself
You're just living a lie
Chorus:
Goin' Goin'
Goin' thru the motions
Goin' Goin'
Goin' thru the motions
Goin' Goin'
Goin' thru the motions
Goin' Goin'
Goin' thru the motions
Vicitm of the circumstance
Prsioner of the shame
But it's the double standard life
That keeps you in the game
Taken by your own disguise
But when it's wearing thin
You'll do anything it takes
To impress your friends
Never true to yourself
This is not what you want to be
Fooling yourself
You're just living a lie
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Goin' Thru The Motions
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Aug 12, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Michael W. Smith's 'Goin' Thru The Motions' is a Christian song that addresses the struggle of living a superficial, inauthentic life. The lyrics describe someone who hides behind a mask, seeking approval from others and feeling trapped by shame and pretense. The song challenges listeners to stop fooling themselves and recognize that they are merely going through the motions, not living truthfully. It encourages self-reflection and a return to genuine faith, implying that true life is found in being honest before God and oneself. The message resonates with themes of surrender and authenticity in the Christian walk.
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