I wouldn't call myself a song writer per say, but I do enjoy writing songs, especially with the Lord. Here are some song's I've written. I don't know if I'll ever do anything with them, but that's okay. I still like to sing them myself.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2022 (written for my History of Rock 101 class)
Song Title: My Heart Yearns For You Lord
Song Lyrics:
Verse #1
Sometimes it gets a little rough.
Laying in the shadow of death,
Getting walked on over of,
Wondering when it will end.
But oh how I know.
That despite all of this, you’re there.
Chorus
In every season, in every storm
No matter the battle, no matter who swarms,
My heart, ohhh my heart.
Oh it yearns ohhh it yearns,
It yearns for you Lord
Verse #2
The rushing waves are crashing in.
The joy I feel-is not based on circumstance.
My God alone, will get me through,
Through the valley that I’m walking to.
Cause I know, yes I know,
That despite all of this, you're here
Chorus
In every season, in every storm
No matter the battle, no matter who swarms,
My heart, ohhh my heart.
Oh it yearns ohhh it yearns,
It yearns for you Lord
Bridge
Oh how I know,
That suffering comes and goes. (it comes and goes)
But Lord you are there, in every step of the way.(every step of the way)
Letting me know, Lord you’re letting me know,
That your love runs over me.(it runs over me)
A table prepared for me. (just for me)
And in those moments oh how I seek thee,
For your goodness and mercy follows me,
Because..
Chorus
In every season, (in every season) in every storm (and in every storm)
No matter the battle, (No matter no matter) no matter who swarms, (they don't matter)
My heart, ohh my heart. (yes my heart)
My heart ohhh my heart (Yes my heart) it yearns—-
Oh my heart, ohhh my heart. (my heart)
Oh it yearns ohhh it yearns, (It yearns)
It yearns for you Lord
Music
I really wish I could sing this song to you cause it’s so clear in my head, but describing it is so hard. But first I want to say that this song is going to be very soul-rock like, with that hint of gospel pizazz to it. Even though the song this reminded me of is a worship song, it’s very soulful- its Grave Clothes by Maverick City Music.I took a lot of their repeating and bridge type format. But I imagine a nice fast pace. I like the tempo to All My Tears by Kin. This was another song I was reminded of when thinking out how I would want my song to be. And in the chorus I would want a lot of crescendo like in All My Tears. Especially in the very last playing of the chorus, but for the last three lyrics, for it to get soft and tender, keeping the soulful and rock sound in the back but a big decrescendo. And I want the lyrics to be sung with a lot of passion! I think a lot of things like guitars and trumpets would be awesome. And Definitely some good drums.
Meaning
The song is about the idea of facing hard trials and suffering. Those hard seasons where you feel lost, where everything is against you, but despite that you still desire the Lord. You see the Lord is your peace, your resurrection, the one that will get you through and restore everything that is lost. But also knowing that the main thing that is wanted is the Lord, not just what he does for us. And just remembering that in those hard seasons, the Lord is there with you, that you are not alone. And it really aligns with Psalm 23.
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
And so I used a lot of symbolism from this verse in my song. As well as some small ones like joy not based on circumstance in 1 Peter 1:8-9.
Music/Lyrics
Together with the soulful rock sound and the deep lyrics, this song is not only a banger, but also it holds a lot of substance. It is strong and mighty sounding. It is uplifting and encouraging. It’s one of those songs that when you walk and listen to it, you can’t help but walk with the beat with a whole lot of confidence. The beat and songs mesh perfectly together, and make the lyrics stand out. In moments, it would be cool for the music and singer to compete, like they just get louder. Like this song is gonna be loud and powerful. And It’s also gonna be a super groovy tune.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2022
When I run when I hide will you still be by my side
When I run when I hide will you still be my guide
When it’s hard, when it’s tough,I know the path before me
When I’m tired, when I weary, I know you go before me
Fully known fully known by you. By you.
Let me praise you let me praise for you are by my side
For you are good, oh so good
In throne room where you reside,
Let me be there by your side.
Your presence is my prize
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2023
Before
If fire only falls on sacrifice
Is my body made to hold that light?
If what will burn will rid me free
Then remind me Lord you’re here with me
Lead up
My body’s a living sacrifice
If give all I have will it suffice?
I know the path seems far away
And I feel I’m not even near midway
Chorus
Will you,
Let it burn.
Let the fire come and consume me
Let it burn
Right in furnace with you beside me
Let me burn
Cause Diamonds they aren’t formed by calm waters
But instead they’re formed by heat and pressure
Before
If my life is yours, we’ll then Lord take it
Though if it isn’t mine how do I spend it?
I don’t want it to waste, Lord to be honest
I want to walk in all you’ve promised
Lead up
My body’s a living sacrifice
I’ll give all I have cause you’re the prize.
I know the path seems far away
But I know you will come through anyway.
Chorus
Will you,
Let it burn.
Let the fire come and consume me
Let it burn
Right in furnace with you beside me
Let me burn
Cause Diamonds they aren’t formed by calm waters
But instead they're formed by heat and pressure
Bridge.
I know that fire flows
But God all that know
Is what the world has taught me in the darkest hour
If I am made for more
Well Lord then, let me soar
In light, that you give me
And in the Son, that you spare me
(Pause, sparkling and it gets powerful when the last line hits)
Let your light shine through my life
Let it roar in ablaze
Of your glorious fire
Will you ignite
My soul to yearn for you?
Will you -
Chorus this is strong majestic
Let it burn.
Let the fire come and consume me
Let me burn
Right in furnace with you beside me
Let it burn
Cause Diamonds they aren’t formed by calm waters
But instead they're formed by heat and pressure
If fire only falls on sacrifice
I guess my life will just have to suffice
Lord it’s all I have left to give
But once lost, I’m sure to live.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2023
I will sing
Everyday
Of my thankfulness
Even when
I fall short
Even when I mess up
Cause I know
That my God
He's not angry at me
Instead, he loves me.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2023
Do you know how much my heart cries when you’re not around
Do you know how much it hurts when you’re not there when I fall down
It's lonely here
Do you ever choose to think what it might be to see
Who you are, who I am, and all that I can be
It's lonely here
When no one’s near
I used to sing so loud you could hear it for a mile
My laugh echoed and it often stayed a while
My heart flowed gently and brightly
I had twinkle toes as I danced and smiled politely
The world glowed
When life just flowed
Your hand in mine as we chase towards time
Now I'm all alone
Nothing left to explode
Did you know
It’s lonely here.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2023
There’s blood flooding down from the mountain
A top on Calvary hill
They all said to crucify Him
I can almost hear them still
His blood pours over His people
Declaring freedom from sin
You think they would all sing of glory
Watching our Savior win
But instead they refused to believe
But He’s in the trees
He’s in the breeze
you can hear Him all around
The Son was born
The veil was torn
We are redeemed now
Through the Lamb’s death
And the rising day
We were picked up from the clay
He’s here, He’s there, He’s everywhere
We are redeemed now
Yes in death at first glance
Indeed the Father turned away
But it was only short lived
Cause Jesus came out the doorway
With all His scars out to prove
He claimed it was truly Him
He gave a out the great commission
And declared the Spirit to live within
So now we carry the news
That He’s in the trees
He’s in the breeze
you can hear Him all around
The Son was born
The veil was torn
We are redeemed now
Through the Lamb’s death
And the rising day
We were picked up from the clay
He’s here, He’s there, He’s everywhere
We are redeemed now
Oooooooooo
We are we are redeemed now
Coming like a storm to your home town
We are we are redeemed now
We know something good that you can’t shut down
The glory of God is revealed
Our new covenant still stands
Sharing it to every tribe and tongue
Following our Father's commands
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2024
Our generation faces the crisis
Of a fatherless world with no one to guide it
Hearts are broken
Seats at the table are open
Children are restless
Searching for something precious
God, there is a need
That you alone can fill
Hear our cry
Chorus
2x
We can’t bear the weight
Of a fatherless void left in the wait
How we know you’ll fill it
How we know you’ll seal it
With just one word
With just one song
Screaming out from our hearts
With just one glance
You took the chance
And you cured our broken parts
Rivers of love flow within me
Father your heart is so forgiving
The void I knew
Has been renewed
2x
Cause you’re the father we need.
Bridge
You fill the role to our fatherless heart
And you open up your arms to us
You’re the father we see
You’re the father we need
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2024
I didn’t expect to be where I am
Lonely, scared as a lamb
Wolves they came and drew me in
Reminded me where I had been
But then I saw a shine of light
All of white and oh so bright
Something new was happening
And it made me want to sing
Lord of Lords
King of kings
He gave me an offering
Spilled his blood
In my name
Took away all of the blame
I caused him endless grief
But yet he still loved this thief
He took my darkness and my night
And he turned it into light
Made me new
Showed me to
His goodness and might
I was scared in all my shame
And I didn’t have a name
I wore leaves
Communion with thieves
For he came
Bridge
3x
So the Lord his name shall be
He communes with thieves
Because my savior looked at me
By his grace I am free
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2024
Living Water fill within me
Filter out insecurity
Made anew to set me free
Better than the deepest sea
In a pond arose from deep end
Water still the dove descended
In the Son He is well pleased
Righteousness of Christ in me.
I ran to the river and got there first
Here you'll find I have no thirst
In His love I will immerse
So I will come and sing this verse
Chorus
Living water overflowing
That's where I return
No well dried up
The Lord my source
He is who I yearn
So you might ask, where I'll be
I'll tell ya now, I'll tell ya then
Down in the river is where I'll be
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2024
With just one veil torn
We abide in your love
What you've done for us
Cannot be repaid
It's not I who live
But it's you instead
For how could I repay a debt I didn't know I had
When blood was the price only had sin in hand
Chorus
In my depravity, you came to save me
Told me where I was and where I needed to be.
In my hopelessness you were my home,
You set me on the path to righteousness.
Now in you is how I came to live.
I love the mercy that you freely give.
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2024
You know my heart and you know I want to know you more
In spite of my self I wanna know the Father
Push aside fear and doubt, I wanna walk upon the water
The flesh is weary but the Spirit it is willing
In Your presence I am filled and it's fulfilling
I need Your mercy
I need Your grace
But Lord, more than that I want to see Your face
Let me into Your presence
Let me read Your Word
Let everything I do be unto the Lord
You go before me
You go behind me
Let everything around me praise the Lord
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2025
Intro
Holy Spirit, Father Son
Three indeed but still one
Trinity shown again
Mighty power full within
Holy Spirit how He gives
Father how He provides
Son now He prevails
Took our sin and some nails
Great Helper
Loving Father
Yeshua
Spirit part
The helper how he dwells within
Keeps us turned away from sin
Anointed with Heaven’s breath
Made of Spirit not of flesh
He nurtures and He speaks
To the children that He seeks
Listen up and prepare
When He moves you’ll be aware
Helper
The Guider
Falls just like a dove
Father part
Spoke creation, there it came
Gave humans a new name
Image bearers, sons alike
Not in darkness but of light
How His sovereignty is of grace
Delight written on His face
He holds the world in His hands
Fear not for He has good plans
Almighty
Father too
Omega and Alpha
Jesus part
Oh the Son come down
God incarnate all around
Light and color magnify
Found in the babe's eye
Walked the earth in jubilee
Gave His life on a tree
We are free cause of the Son
Death persisted, love won
Son of God
Son of Man
Yeshua
End
Holy Spirit, Father, Son
We each know them united one
Many names for which we see
Heavenly Maker we decree
So we sing our praises high
For this song tells us why
God He is in three parts
Loves us to our very hearts
Three in one
Holy one
Trinity
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2025
Sacrifice verse
What is a life laid down without love?
What’s the aroma of a crippled dove?
If I have not love, what is the purpose?
Am nothing but a clanging cymbal playing in a circus?
So if I give my life to You,
Let Your fire come and renew.
I lay it down in joy and love,
Watch it burn, oh God, from above
Let this fragrance smell to You
Of my soul captured, made anew
Let it smell of honeysuckles, lemon zest, and tea
Let it be, oh Lord, for all eternity
Soul verse
What is worth to gain the world but lose my soul
All I have is simply measured in a bowl
May it be my friends, money or identity
Oh it all lacks depth and goes away so quickly
So if I give my life to you
Your words last yes they do
I’ll sell it all and lay it down
What I want, in you is found
If what I have will fade away
Lord let me seek you every day
Give me peace and joy and love and jubilee
Let my heart rejoice for all eternity
Heart verse
What is a heart given away that’s not contrite
Every action and work I do can’t make me right
I know faith without works is surely dead
And without my sorrow maybe sorry ‘s better be left unsaid
So if I give my life to you
Let my knees bow and words be few
I want my heart to align with yours
Create in me what your heart pours
I want to be genuine
Confess my flaws and all my sin
Let your throne be where I find my true identity
In the grace you gave for all eternity
Body verse
What is it worth a temple that lacks your spirit
I can build it up and break it down and still fear it
If my body is so set to soon decay
Then what’s the point of having one anyway
So if I give my life to you
Then there’s purpose in what I do
My body holds your hands and feet
That you wish to use for a harvest reap
I want to honor what you gave
For it was you how it was made
Let my body hold your spirit oh so close to me
For soon its new for all eternity
Song end
What is a song I sing that has such shallow depth
The words are true but it’s gone within a breath
If I sing because I’ve only have been told to
Then it doesn’t really matter if it’s unto you
So what I know and what I see
Is your grace running after me
For all you have and still do now
Let nothing be left that will not bow
You’re all I want and all I need
Everything is yours I do decree
Let not a thing be held from you my valiant king
You are mine, and I yours, for all eternity
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2025
The closer I get to You the more I see
The dwelling of only me
I see more and more I need Your grace
Every time I seek Your face
You holiness is blinding
And reminds me
Each spot and stain upon me
My shame, my sin, the death of me
Yet Your blood surrounds me
The Son, He came and clothed me
Of righteousness and purity
I’m saved, I’m known, delighted in
He looks at me, with grace filled eyes, and says now
You are holy
My Daughter you are holy
Forever holy
Because of your faith
By: Laura Lee Cochran 2025
If You’re the ocean, I’m the tide
If You’re the sun, then I’m the moon
I won’t run and I won’t hide,
Unless I’m doing so with You
You’re with me in the sunshine
You’re with me in the rain
You’re with me in the shallows-
In the deepness of my pain
My God I know You’re for me
How could I be blind
To the love that you have given
Each and every time
In the morning when I rise
Before I lift my eyes
Let Your trust be on my mind
And Your praise on my lips
Chorus
Your love is steadfast
Steadfast
Steadfast
And I won’t forget it
Bridge
When it leaves my mind
Father bring me back in time
Like an old friend
Where you were back then
When it leaves me mind
Let not be not long this time
That I’m without you
Let me return to
Your steadfast love how it flows how goes so deeply
Chorus
Your love is steadfast
Steadfast
Steadfast
And I won’t forget it