Full Of Grace
Sarah McLachlan · Surfacing [1997]
It's chilled us to the bone.
We haven't seen the sun for weeks,
Too long, too far from home.
I feel just like I'm sinking,
And I claw for solid ground.
I'm pulled down by the undertow,
I never thought I could feel so low,
And, oh, darkness, I feel like letting go.
If all of the strength and all of the courage
Come and lift me from this place.
I know I can love you much better than this
Full of grace
Full of grace
My love
It's better this way, I said,
Having seen this place before.
Where everything we say and do,
Hurts us all the more.
It's just that we stayed too long
In the same old sickly scheme,
And I'm pulled down by the undertow,
I never thought I could feel so low,
And, oh, darkness, I feel like letting go.
If all of the strength and all of the courage
Come and lift me from this place
I know I can love you much better than this
Full of grace
Full of grace
I know I can love you much better than this.
It's better this way
Full Of Grace
Full Of Grace stands as a defining track from Sarah McLachlan's 1997 album Surfacing, an era that cemented her status as a leading voice in alternative and adult contemporary music. The recording showcases her signature emotive delivery and intricate acoustic arrangements, blending folk sensibilities with polished pop production. As part of a critically acclaimed body of work, the song reflects the introspective and tender themes prevalent throughout the album. McLachlan's performance captures a sense of quiet vulnerability, utilizing her distinctive vocal texture to convey deep feeling without relying on overt drama. This track remains a significant song in her discography, illustrating the artistic maturity she achieved during the late nineties and contributing to the enduring legacy of Surfacing as a landmark record in modern singer-songwriter history.