I Need You

Jars of Clay

About I Need You

"I Need You" is a song written and performed by Jars of Clay. It was the first single from their 2002 studio album, The Eleventh Hour. The band stated that they took the same songwriting approach for this song as they did with "Love Song For A Savior" from their self-titled debut album. However, the music for "I Need You" was actually written during the If I Left the Zoo sessions. A live version of the song appears on the band's 2003 double album, Furthermore: From the Studio, From the Stage. This song also appears on the WOW Hits 2003 compilation album. 


Year:
2003
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Strangely out of place
There's a light filling this room
Where none would follow before
I can't deny it burns me up inside
I fan the flames to melt 
Away my pride
Do I want shelter from the rain
Or the rain to wash me way?

[Chorus]
I need you, I need you, I need you
I need you, I need you, I need you
You're all I'm living for

I might sound like a fool
But I think I felt you moving
Closer to me
Face to the ground
To hide the fatal cut
I fight the weight
I feel you lift me up
You are the shelter from the rain
And the rain to wash me away

I need you, I need you, I need you
I need you, I need you, I need you
(All I'm living for)
I need you, I need you, I need you
You're all I'm living for
All I'm living for
You're all I'm living for

Face to the ground
To hide the fatal cut
I fight the weight
Feel you lift me up
Can't deny it burns me up inside
I fan the flames to melt away
My pride
Only had a second to spare
But all the time in the world
To know you're there
You are the shelter from the rain
And the rain to wash me away

[chorus]
I need you, I need you, I need you
(All I'm living for)
I need you, I need you, I need you
(All I'm living for)
& I need you, I need you, I need you
You're all I'm living for
All I'm living for
All I'm living for
All I'm living for
You're all I'm living for

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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: FRANCESCO CONTADINI, JURIJ GIANLUCA RICOTTI

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Song Origination
"I Need You" is a song by American Christian rock band, Jars of Clay.
Album
The song is from their fourth full-length studio album, "The Eleventh Hour" which was released on March 5, 2002. It is the second single from that album.
Music Style
"I Need You" is a blend of alternative rock, pop rock, and Christian rock. Its tempo and sonic elements match the band's familiar style.
Theme
The song carries a strong thematic message of dependence on God’s love and grace.
Acclaim
“I Need You” was nominated for the Dove Award for Rock/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 34th GMA Dove Awards.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 5 on the US Christian Songs Billboard chart and climbed to number 2 on the US Christian AC chart.
Band Members
The song features the musical talent of Dan Haseltine on vocals, Stephen Mason on guitars, Charlie Lowell on keyboards, and Matt Odmark on background guitar.
Song Length
The run time for "I Need You" is 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
Music Video
The music video for "I Need You," directed by Geoffrey Haley, includes a variety of visual effects and compelling storylines, making it a standout within Christian music videos of its time.
Live Performances
"I Need You" is one of the band's most loved songs during live performances and has often been played in various Christian events and concerts.
Impact
Despite being released over a decade ago, "I Need You" continues to resonate with fans and remains one of Jars of Clay's most popular and enduring songs.

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