Cinematic Ballad (Like Adele, Birdy, or Lewis Capaldi)
Vibe: Emotional, powerful, piano-driven
Verse: Slow, minor key (e.g., Am or Em), soft vocals, sparse piano chords
Pre-Chorus: Slight build—add strings or soft percussion, vocals climb slightly
Chorus: Soaring melody, strong dynamic shift, full instrumentation (piano, strings, light drums)
Bridge: Drop instruments back down—just voice and piano, intense emotion
Final Chorus: Rebuild with full power, higher vocal range, rich harmonies
**Verse 1**
In the shadows, I was lost,
Chained by the weight of my own cost.
Every night, a battle fought,
But in the silence, It was you that I sought.
A whisper in the dark, a flicker of light,
Told me to lay down my burdens tonight.
**Chorus**
I surrender my will, I lay it down,
In Your arms, Lord, I’ve finally found
A strength beyond measure, a love so true,
In surrendering to You, I’m made new.
From the ashes, I rise, my spirit set free,
With a discerning heart, now I see.
**Verse 2**
Years of wandering, lost in the haze,
Searching for solace in the wrong ways.
But You broke the chains, shattered the night,
Now I walk forward, guided by Your light.
Every scar tells a story, every tear a prayer,
In the grace of Your mercy, my burdens to share
**Chorus**
I surrender my will, I lay it down,
In Your arms, Lord, I’ve finally found
A strength beyond measure, a love so true,
In surrendering to You, I’m made new.
From the ashes, I rise, my spirit set free,
With a discerning heart, you made me see
**Bridge**
No more shadows, no more fear,
With each step closer, Your voice is clear.
You guide my heart, You open my eyes,
In Your presence, my spirit will rise
The chains of addiction, they fall away,
In surrender, Ill do it your way
**Chorus**
I surrender my will, I lay it down,
In Your arms, Lord, I’ve finally found
A strength beyond measure, a love so true,
In surrendering to You, I’m made new.
From the ashes, I rise, my spirit set free,
With a discerning heart, you made me see
**Outro**
So here I stand, in the light of Your grace,
Amazed that you bottle every tear from my face
Even in my son you give me grace,
forgiven by you , I can't hide my face.
Unworthy to lay my eyes on you
I don't know why you love me, but you do.
LindsayLane
