Mercy Came Running
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
Evidence of God's embrace
And I can almost see mercy's face
Pressed against the veil
Looking down with longing eyes
Mercy must have realized
That once His blood was sacrificed
Freedom would prevail
And as the sky grew dark
And the earth began to shake
With justice no longer in the way
Chorus:
Mercy came running
Like a prisoner set free
Past all my failures to the point of my need
When the sin that I carried
Was all I could see
And when I could not reach mercy
Mercy came running to me
Once there was a broken heart
Way to human from the start
And all the years left it torn apart
Hopeless and afraid
Walls I never meant to build
Left this prisoner unfulfilled
Freedom called but even still
It seemed so far away
I was bound by the chains
From the wages of my sin
Just when I felt like giving in
repeat chorus
Sometimes I still feel so far
So far from where I really should be
He gently calls to my heart
Just to remind me
repeat chorus
Mercy Came Running
Hazell Dean's 'Mercy Came Running' stands as a defining track from her 1970s solo career, showcasing her signature blend of soulful vocals and polished pop production. Recorded during a period when she was establishing herself as a major force in British pop music, the song reflects the era's emphasis on romantic themes and melodic sophistication. As part of her extensive discography, the recording exemplifies her ability to deliver emotive performances that resonated with audiences across the United Kingdom. The track remains a notable song in her catalogue, illustrating her transition from her earlier work with The Hazell Dean Band to her successful solo endeavors. Its enduring appeal lies in Dean's vocal delivery and the song's catchy, timeless structure, which cemented her status as a leading figure in the genre.