The Motions by Matthew West is a powerful song that explores the emptiness of going through life without a deep connection with God. It’s a song about the superficiality of living a life based on appearances and external achievements, rather than on a genuine relationship with God.
The song begins with a simple, acoustic guitar melody, setting a reflective tone. West’s lyrics paint a picture of a life filled with busyness and distractions, where people are always rushing from one thing to the next. He sings about the “motions” of life, such as going to church, praying, and reading the Bible, without truly connecting with God on a personal level.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, as West sings about feeling “lost in the motions” and “empty inside.” He expresses a longing for something more meaningful in his life, something that will fill the void that he feels.
The bridge of the song introduces a turning point, as West describes a moment of realization. He recognizes that his superficial lifestyle is not bringing him true happiness or fulfillment. He longs for a deeper connection with God and a life that is truly meaningful.
The final verse of the song is hopeful, as West expresses his desire to break free from the “motions” of his life and pursue a genuine relationship with God. He sings about finding peace and joy in God’s presence, and about the transformative power of a deep connection with him.
“The Motions” is a powerful song that speaks to the universal human experience of searching for meaning and purpose in life. It’s a reminder that true happiness and fulfillment can only be found in a deep relationship with God, and that going through the motions of religion without a genuine connection is ultimately empty.
Video: The Motions by Matthew West
The Motions Lyrics by Matthew West
[Verse 1]
This might hurt, it’s not safe
But I know that I’ve gotta make a change
I don’t care if I break
At least I’ll be feeling something
‘Cause just okay is not enough
Help me fight through the nothingness of life
[Chorus]
I don’t wanna go through the motions
I don’t wanna go one more day
Without Your all consuming passion inside of me
I don’t wanna spend my whole life asking
What if I had given everything
Instead of going through the motions?
[Verse 2]
No regrets, not this time
I’m gonna let my heart defeat my mind
Let Your love make me whole
I think I’m finally feeling something
‘Cause just okay is not enough
Help me fight through the nothingness of this life
[Chorus]
‘Cause I don’t wanna go through the motions
I don’t wanna go one more day
Without Your all consuming passion inside of me
I don’t wanna spend my whole life asking
What if I had given everything
Instead of going through the motions?
[Bridge]
Take me all the way
(Take me all the way)
Take me all the way
(‘Cause I don’t wanna go through the motions)
Take me all the way
(Lord, I’m finally feeling something real)
Take me all the way
[Chorus]
I don’t wanna go through the motions
I don’t wanna go one more day
Without Your all consuming passion inside of me
I don’t wanna spend my whole life asking
What if I had given everything
Instead of going through the motions?
I don’t wanna go through the motions
I don’t wanna go one more day
Without Your all consuming passion inside of me (Yeah)
I don’t wanna spend my whole life asking
What if I had given everything
Instead of going through the motions?
[Outro]
Take me all the way
(Take me all the way)
Take me all the way
(I don’t wanna go, I don’t wanna go)
Take me all the way
(Through the motions)
Take me all the way
I don’t wanna go through the motions
