How To Grow Up Big And Strong
Rich Mullins · A Liturgy, A Legacy & A Ragamuffin Band [1993]
He drown the stars
Blinded by the mission of a thousand wars
He fit and dominant
Not wonder why
He heed the battle cry
Strong man is survivor
He live to pound
Little wooden crosses in the bloody ground
He fit and dominant
He stand a chance
He not bound to circumstance
And the world keep on turning
And the sun keep on burning
And the children keep learning
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
Strong man take no prisoner
Favor no plea
He leave no gold in teeth of enemy
He fit and dominant
He rise above
He not have the word that mean love
And the world keep on turning
And the sun keep on burning
And the children keep learning
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
Strong man beat the plowshare
He forges sword
He take the flower and he curse the thorn
He crush the serpent
He bite the fruit
His hand is absolute
And the world keep on turning
And the sun keep on burning
And the children keep learning
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
How to grow up big and strong
(Growing up big and strong)
(Growing up big and strong)
(Growing up big and strong)
(Growing up big and big and strong)"
How To Grow Up Big And Strong
Rich Mullins' "How To Grow Up Big And Strong" stands as a defining anthem of the 1993 album *A Liturgy, A Legacy & A Ragamuffin Band*. Recorded during a pivotal era for Christian rock, the track exemplifies Mullins' signature style, blending raw acoustic textures with profound theological reflection. The song addresses the complexities of maturity and faith, urging listeners to embrace their true selves through spiritual resilience. Its enduring popularity stems from its unpretentious delivery and the way it captures the essence of a generation seeking authenticity in their worship. As a cornerstone of Mullins' discography, the recording remains a testament to his ability to weave personal testimony with universal themes, influencing countless artists who followed in his wake.