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Benjamin
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Aug 26, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Sanctus Real's song "Benjamin" is a tender reflection on loss and the hope of reunion. Written for a friend's newborn son named Benjamin, the song acknowledges the pain of a father's death while celebrating the child's life. The lyrics speak of enduring friendship and the comfort of knowing that even when words fail, tears are enough, and that there is a future meeting on the other side. The song gently references the biblical idea that God gives and takes away, yet it finds strength in that truth. It is a heartfelt piece that offers solace to those grieving while affirming the continuity of life and love.
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Rain falls outside
I think the sky must know whats happening tonight
Children born while fathers die
It's the circle of life that we all live in time
We've been friends for a long, long time
So if you can't talk, just cry
And know that we can talk on the other side
It's bitter cold outside
But the sun still shines 'cause we can feel it
Benjamin, you mark the life that was left behind
We see him in your eyes
And we will be friends for a long, long time
So until you can talk, just cry
And know that we will be friends for the rest of our lives
He gives and he takes, and it makes us stronger