Truce

Jars of Clay

About Truce

"Truce" is a song written and performed by Jars of Clay. It is the fifth and final radio single from the band's second studio album, Much Afraid. In addition, it was the fifth straight single from Much Afraid to reach number one on the Christian radio airplay charts. No promotional single was shipped to radio stations for airplay. Instead, radio stations played the track directly from the album.


Year:
1997
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Faultless in the eyes that I could never open 
Wide enough to see me through 
Much to my surprise it never orbits around 
The things you should hold me to 

I stand here, wondering 
And I'm waiting 

[Chorus]
My ear is twisted in all the thoughts 
A glimpse of truce just because 
It's always almost never close 
I close my eyes  hide the distance 

Enchanted by the face of peace and when it turns 
To sunken eyes and waterfalls 
Unsatisfied with simple things entangled in the chords, 
I can't take any calls 

I stand here waiting 
I'm calling 

[Chorus] 

Waiting around for some kind of peace 
Hoping you find me in my need 

My ear is twisted 
It's always almost 

[Chorus]

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Jars of Clay

Jars of Clay is a Christian rock band from Nashville, Tennessee. They met at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. more »

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Written by: CHARLIE LOWELL, DAN HASELTINE, MATT ODMARK, STEPHEN DANIEL MASON

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Truce" is a song by the American Christian rock band Jars of Clay which was released from their ninth full-length studio album, "The Shelter," in 2010.
Genre
This song, like most of the band's tracks, is described as a blend of alternative rock and Christian rock.
Band Formation
Jars of Clay was formed at Greenville College in Illinois in 1993, and their name was derived from the verse 2 Corinthians 4:7 in the Bible.
Lyrics
The lyrics for "Truce" carry a strong Christian message, discussing the concept of giving up one's personal struggles and surrendering to God's plan.
Collaboration
"Truce" showcases a unique collaboration with singer-songwriter Sara Groves. Jars of Clay often features guest artists on their albums, with "The Shelter" including 15 different artists.
Popularity
While not a chart-topping hit like their song "Flood," "Truce" remains a fan favorite due to its powerful lyrics and unique musicality.
Special Theme
The album "The Shelter" was designed to be a collection of songs about community, faith, and worship. "Truce" encapsulates this theme well, focusing on notions of trust, faith, and surrender.
Band’s Work Philosophies
The song "Truce" is a testament to the band's principle of using music to convey faith-related messages and their skill in blending pop-rock with profound Christian dialogues.
Awards
While "Truce" itself didn't win any awards, the album "The Shelter" won the 2011 Dove Award for Recorded Music Packaging.
Inspiration
According to the band, the inspiration for writing "Truce" came from their faith and the idea of giving up personal conflicts and surrendering them to a higher power.

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