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Not Ready To Let You Go
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Aug 22, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Sarah Reeves' song "Not Ready To Let You Go" is a heartfelt expression of grief and the struggle to move on after losing someone dear. The lyrics describe the raw pain of missing a loved one, holding onto their belongings, replaying voicemails, and fearing that their memory will fade. The song captures the universal human experience of heartbreak and the difficulty of accepting loss. While it does not explicitly mention God or faith, its themes of sorrow, longing, and the search for comfort resonate with Christian listeners who find solace in God's presence during times of mourning. The emotional honesty and vulnerability make it a relatable piece for those navigating grief.
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Tides swimming in my eyes
I felt a wave of you tonight
You knocked the wind out underneath me
I've never known this kind of lonely
Cause hearts were never built to break like this
Still we bare the pain of the ones we miss
I'm not ready to let you go
Not ready to let you go
No I'm not ready to hear your voice
Through letters that you wrote
I don't wanna try to remember your face
I don't wanna try to pretend I'm okay
Every day that goes by I get afraid you'll fade away
I'm not ready to let you go
Clothes hanging in your closet
Cause I can't bring myself to toss it
I listen to your voicemails over and over
Hoping that somehow I'll find closure
Cause hearts were never built to break like this
Still we bare the pain of the ones we miss
I'm not ready to let you go
Not ready to let you go
No I'm not ready to hear your voice
Through letters that you wrote
I don't wanna try to remember your face
I don't wanna try to pretend I'm okay
Every day that goes by I get afraid you'll fade away
I'm not ready to let you go
Cause hearts were never built to break like this
Still we bare the pain of the ones we miss
I'm not ready, I'm not ready to let you go
Not ready to let you go
No I'm not ready to hear your voice
Through letters that you wrote
I don't wanna try to remember your face
I don't wanna try to pretend I'm okay
Every day that goes by I get afraid you'll fade away
I'm not ready to let you go
I'm not ready to let you go
Don't wanna let you go
I'm not ready to let you go
Don't wanna let you go