Talk to Me, Lord (Extended Cry)

(Soft Rhodes chords and slow heartbeat kick. You step to the mic—eyes closed.)

Intro (spoken)

Lord… I don’t even know what to say tonight.

If You can hear me—please—just listen to what my heart’s tryna say.

Verse 1

I been fightin’ these battles on my own,

Feelin’ like I’m walkin’ through the storm alone.

Tryna find my way but the road’s unclear,

Call Your name but I don’t always hear.

Still I know You’re there, somewhere in the quiet,

Even when my world’s filled with riot.

I done fell a thousand times before,

But I keep gettin’ up ’cause I know who I’m fightin’ for.

Chorus

Talk to me, Lord—can You hear my cry?

I’m lost in the dark, just need a sign.

Hold me close when I can’t stand tall,

Talk to me, Lord, don’t let me fall.

Verse 2

I done seen love fade, seen friends turn cold,

Dreams slip away that I used to hold.

But somehow, I’m still here breathin’,

Guess Your mercy’s the reason.

When I doubted myself, You stayed true,

When I ran from Your call, You came through.

I ain’t perfect, but I’m tryna grow,

So please, Lord, let me know.

Bridge 1 (soft)

Even when the silence feel too loud,

I feel Your peace when I break down.

You never left my side,

Even when I tried to hide.

Verse 3 (pleading)

I been kneelin’ in the dark, face to the floor,

Hopin’ You remember the son You swore to restore.

Every prayer feel late, I’m tryin’ not to break,

Tears fall silent like a midnight rain.

If this is my test, I’m beggin’ for grace,

Don’t let me vanish without a trace.

You said knock and You’d open the door,

I’m still here knockin’, my knuckles sore.

Chorus (stronger)

Talk to me, Lord—don’t turn away,

I’m losin’ my fight, I need You today.

If I fall again, don’t let me drown,

Reach through the silence and pull me out.

Bridge 2 (bare, piano only)

If You can’t calm the storm, then calm me,

If You won’t move the mountain, teach me to see

Your hand in the hurt, Your light in the pain—

Don’t let these tears be in vain.

Breakdown (a cappella)

Talk to me, Lord—please talk to me.

I ain’t askin’ for riches, just peace to breathe.

If I ever meant anything to You,

Then show me now what a father do.

Final Chorus (gospel swell)

Talk to me, Lord—can You hear my cry?

Standin’ in the dark, searchin’ the sky.

Hold my soul when I can’t stand tall,

Talk to me, Lord, don’t let me fall.

Talk to me, Lord… oh, talk to me now.

Outro (spoken)

I know You still here, even when it’s quiet.

So I’ma wait, I’ma keep prayin’,

‘Cause even silence from You… still sounds like love.

(Backup singers fade: “Amen… amen…”)