Witness Me Lyrics – Jacob Collier Meaning & Facts By (Singles). You Can Watch This Video On YouTube While The Lyrics Are Written By Jacob Collier, Shawn Mendes, Stormzy, Kirk Franklin & Scott Harris. The Music Track Was Released Date :Nov. 21, 2023.
[Verse 1: Jacob Collier]
You tell me you’re broken (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Tell me it’s over now (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
You say you’re done hopin’ (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
You tell me all the lights gone out (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Well, maybe you’re lost then (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Maybe you’re far from home (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
If you only keep walkin’ (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
You never will walk alone (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
[Explanation of Verse 1]
The speaker addresses someone who feels broken and hopeless, offering reassurance that they are not alone. They encourage the person to keep transferring forward, solacing them that they will always have buttress.
[Pre-Chorus: Jacob Collier]
‘Cause when I’m with you
There’s nothin’ that I wouldn’t do
You’re the one that I’ve waited for
To bring out the best in me (Ooh)
I’m out in the blue
I’m holdin’ my hand out to you
You’re the one that I’ve waited for
I’m holdin’ onto you
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus emphasizes the deep connection between the speaker and the person they’re addressing. The speaker expresses a amenability to do anything for them and acknowledges that the person brings out the stylish in them.
[Chorus: Jacob Collier]
I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you hеre (I’m with you here)
You’rе the light I need (You’re the light I need)
In the dark, I see (In the dark, I see)
I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you here (I’m with you here)
You are all I see (You are all I see)
You witness me (Woah, witness me)
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus reiterates the speaker’s presence and support for the person they care about. They press that the person is the light they need in their life and that they’re always there to testify and support them.
[Verse 2: Shawn Mendes, Shawn Mendes & Jacob Collier]
I know we haven’t seen each other much (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
I’ve been gone for the last six months (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
And life isn’t easy (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
So call when you need me (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Dad’s sick and your brother’s not there (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
More drink ’cause nobody cares
But I believe in you deeply
You know you can lean on me
[Explanation of Verse 2]
Shawn Mendes joins the song, acknowledging the challenges and distance between him and the person he cares about. Despite the difficulties, he reassures the person that they can always calculate on him for support and that he understands their struggles.
[Pre-Chorus: Shawn Mendes & Jacob Collier]
I’m here for you (I’m here for you)
In whatever you’re goin’ through (Nothin’ that I wouldn’t do)
Whatever it is, you can tell me
I know you’d do the same
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
Shawn Mendes echoes the sentiment of unwavering support, emphasizing that the person can confide in him and that he will always be there for them.
[Chorus: Shawn Mendes]
I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you here (I’m with you here)
You’re the light I need (You’re the light I need)
In the dark, I see (In the dark, I see)
I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you here (I’m with you here)
You are all I see (You are all I see)
You witness me (Oh, woah, woah, witness me)
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, reinforcing the theme of steadfast support and the importance of the person in the speaker’s life.
[Verse 3: Stormzy]
Yeah, we made it further than we thought
Only hearin’ that they’d done was when they heard us in the court
We grew up in a place where bloody murder was the sport (Oh, woah, woah, witness me)
I know a few gold medalists (Eeh)
And the thing that they serve, and you can’t serve it on a fork (Eeh)
I’d rather it was bailiffs that was bangin’ at your door
You can read about it, but you’ve heard it all before (Oh, woah, woah, witness me)
Have mercy on ’em, Lord
I know You’re with them in the storm even though it’s hard to see
Had to print you on a shirt ’cause I knew you to a T (Eeh)
In a different situation, I imagine who you’d be (Eeh)
Have mercy on ’em (Oh, woah, witness me), and be with ’em (Oh, woah, witness me)
And if grace doesn’t cut it, then Your mercy will suffice
In this cold, dark world, we just need a little light (Ooh)
[Explanation of Verse 3]
Stormzy contributes a verse reflecting on overcoming adversity and finding strength in faith. He acknowledges the challenges faced in their terrain but expresses belief in the person’s adaptability and the presence of a advanced power guiding them.
[Chorus: Shawn Mendes & Jacob Collier, Jacob Collier & Stormzy, Shawn Mendes]
Oh, I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you here (I’m with you here)
You’re the light I need (You’re the light I need)
In the dark, I see (In the dark, I see)
I’m with you (I’m with you)
I’m with you here (I’m with you here)
You are all I see (You are all I see)
You witness me (Oh, woah, woah, witness me)
You are all I see (You are all I see)
You witness me (Oh, woah, woah, witness me)
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus is repeated once again, with each artist adding their voice to reaffirm the message of support and solidarity.
[Outro: Jacob Collier]
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
You’ve been searchin’, and searchin’, but don’t look away
Ooh
Yeah
Ooh
[Explanation of Outro]
The outro emphasizes the significance of not turning down from delicate situations and continues the theme of searching for strength and guidance.