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Old Enough To Know
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Jul 21, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Michael W. Smith's song 'Rebecca' tells the story of a young woman facing pressure in a romantic relationship. The lyrics encourage her to recognize that true love is patient and understanding, not demanding or coercive. The song advises her not to confuse real love with what others say it should be, and to make a wise decision. It gently addresses themes of discernment, self-worth, and the importance of waiting for genuine love. The message aligns with biblical principles about love being patient and kind, as described in 1 Corinthians 13.
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In the passion your heart is abused
He is pushing you, you have to choose
Oh, Rebecca, love is never
Easy anymore
Oh, Rebecca, so afraid of
Losing what is yours
(CHORUS)
Are you giving in to the pressure
Holding you again, now he tells you
What it takes to be in love
He believes you're old enough
But how you gonna feel tomorrow
When the day reveals
What you believed was for the sake of love
Don't you think you're old enough to know
You're a breed of few and far between
Holding on to your romantic dream
Oh, Rebecca, love is patient
Love would understand
Oh, Rebecca, your decision
Is your only chance
(REPEAT CHORUS)
(BRIDGE)
Oh, Rebecca don't confuse what love is
With what some say love should be
Should be...