Song Description
"Only You, Father" is a heartfelt cry of repentance and surrender, a soul-searching journey from brokenness to healing. Written, produced, and performed by Richard Shekari, this moving piece blends reflective verses with a powerful chorus that echoes the deep longing for God's presence and restoration. Through poetic imagery and honest confession, the song tells the story of chasing worldly promises that ultimately leave the heart empty--until the moment the prodigal returns home. With its intimate tone and worshipful spirit, "Only You, Father" is both a personal prayer and a universal anthem for anyone who has wandered and longs to be made whole again.
| Song Length |
3:17 |
Genre |
Unique - Gospel |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Joyful |
Subject |
Joy, Courage |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Only You, Father.
Chorus:
Father, I'm coming home,
No more running, no more on my own.
This empty heart, these shattered dreams,
Were never what they seemed.
Father, only You can fill my lonely heart.
Verse 1
I chased the lights, I chased the gold,
Took broken dreams the world had sold.
But every treasure turned to sand,
Slipped right through my trembling hands, oh Lord.
The more I gained, the less I knew,
This world just tore my soul in two.
Father, only You can heal,
Only You, Lord--yes, only You--can make me real, dear Lord.
Pre-Chorus:
Ooh, Father, hear me now...
Please don't turn away, oh Lord.
Chorus:
Father, I'm coming home,
No more running, no more on my own.
This empty heart, these shattered dreams,
Were never what they seemed.
Father, only You can fill my lonely heart.
Verse 2:
Not what I want, but what I need,
Father, break these chains in me.
I lay my pride before Your throne,
A weary child, longing for home.
I see it now, the path I chose,
Built on pride, paved by my woes.
Father, won't You take my hand,
Lead me back to solid land?
I thought the world could lift me high,
But every crown just made me cry,
The gifts it gave just stole my peace,
Led me closer to defeat.
Pre-Chorus:
Ooh, Father, hear me now...
Please don't turn away, oh Lord.
Chorus:
Father, I'm coming home,
No more running, no more on my own.
This empty heart, these shattered dreams,
Were never what they seemed.
Father, only You can fill my lonely heart.
Copyright 2025 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
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