Tenth Avenue North - Control (Official Lyric Video)
To take my hands off of my life and give you control
āControl (Somehow You Want Me)ā by Tenth Avenue North is a Christian contemporary song that explores themes of surrender, divine sovereignty, and Godās unconditional love.
Lyrical Themes
The song reflects a journey from trying to manage oneās own life to finding peace in surrendering control to a higher power.
- Surrender: The lyrics āI want to lay them all down ā [00:28] and āto take my hands off of my life and give you CONTROLā [00:59] express a desire to release personal anxieties and ambitions.
- Godās Sovereignty: It emphasizes Godās presence through all circumstances, noting He is ābehind and before meā [01:46] and that His plans involve redemption and restoration [01:42].
- Grace and Love: A central theme is the wonder of Godās desire for a relationship with humanity, despite our shortcomings, as heard in the chorus: āGod, You donāt need me, but somehow You want meā [01:59].
Musical Style
- Genre: Christian Pop/Rock.
- Structure: It follows a standard verse-chorus-bridge structure, building in intensity from a melodic acoustic opening to a powerful, anthemic chorus.
- Vocals: Lead singer Mike Donehey delivers an emotive performance that ranges from intimate during the verses to passionate and high-energy during the climactic sections.
Visuals (Lyric Video)
The official lyric video [00:00] features a scenic, desert-like landscape with large rock formations. The camera follows a person walking and eventually climbing these rocks, serving as a metaphor for lifeās challenges and the spiritual journey toward God. The lyrics appear in various fonts across the screen, integrated into the environment.
My favourite part:
Iāve had plans
Shattered and broken
Things I have hoped in Fall through my hands,
You have plansā¦
Fun fact: The bandās official YouTube channel actually does the lyric videos as well