Don't you just hate it
Every time there's division?
So much separation
Like when is "enough" enough?
Ooh, anybody notice (Notice), notice (Notice), notice (Notice), notice?
Love should be the focus, focus
Why so complicated? (Ooh, no)
'Cause we all bleed the same blood, oh (We all bleed the same blood, we all bleed the)
Don't you try to justify the scars you left on my heart
Sun was in the sky, you claimed it was dark
Don't you just hate it?
Our streets are painted with blood, blood (Stained red)
So why are we debatin'? (Ooh)
There's a better way in (Ooh)
We can just take it, don't get impatient
It's just a conversation
Right here at the table
Swear to God we're able to do better, better than this
Yeah, better than this, oh
Eliminate in hatred (Hatred)
'Cause we all bleed the same blood
Don't you try to justify the scars you left on my heart
Sun was in the sky, you claimed it was dark
Don't you just hate it?
Streets are painted with blood, blood
I hear you asking, "Where do we go from here? Where do we go from here?" (Where do we go, go?)
"Where do we go from here? Where do we go from here?"
Love leads the way (Yeah)
Love will always lead the way (I need to know where do we go?)
You're still asking, "Where do we go from here? Where do we go from here?" (Where do we go from here?)
Where do we go from here? Where do we go from here?
Let love lead the way
Love will always lead the way (Love will always lead the way)
"Same Blood" by Maverick City Music is a powerful and timely song that addresses the issue of division and the need for unity in our world today. This song is featured on their album "Jubilee: Juneteenth Edition," which was released in celebration of Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
The song opens with a poignant question: "Don't you just hate it, every time there's division? So much separation, like when is 'enough' enough?" These words immediately resonate with anyone who has witnessed or experienced the devastating effects of division and hatred in our society. The song acknowledges the pain and frustration that come from these divisions and calls for a change.
The chorus of the song declares, "We all bleed the same blood." This simple yet profound statement reminds us that, regardless of our differences, we are all human beings created by God. We all share the same humanity and are deserving of love, respect, and dignity. It is a reminder that the color of our skin, our cultural backgrounds, or our social statuses should never be a barrier to unity and understanding.
This message of unity echoes the biblical teachings found throughout the Scriptures. In Galatians 3:28, the apostle Paul writes, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." This verse emphasizes that in Christ, all believers are united as one family, regardless of their differences. Similarly, in Ephesians 4:4-6, Paul writes, "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all." These verses highlight the unity that Christians are called to embrace and live out in their relationships with one another.
The inspiration behind "Same Blood" is rooted in the desire to see a world where love is the focus and division is eradicated. The lyrics express frustration with the complications and justifications that often perpetuate division. The song calls for open and honest conversations, acknowledging that it is through dialogue and understanding that we can overcome our differences and come together as one.
The song also acknowledges the pain and scars that division leaves behind. It confronts the reality of streets stained with blood, both figuratively and literally. It is a powerful reminder of the consequences of division and the urgent need for healing and reconciliation.
In conclusion, "Same Blood" by Maverick City Music is a song that speaks to the heart of unity and the importance of recognizing our shared humanity. It calls for an end to division and a commitment to love and understanding. Through its powerful lyrics and heartfelt melodies, this song reminds us of the biblical truth that we are all created in the image of God and that we all share the same blood. It is a timely reminder of the need for unity and a powerful call to action for believers to actively pursue reconciliation and love in a world that is too often divided.
