The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
How I am strong
Is to know what makes me weak
How I am found
Is to know just whom I seek
The gift of a blessing
The burden of a sin
Turn to him
I want to be ready
Ready to put on
My long white robe
Nailed across
From hand to hand
For the sin
Of woman and man
All upon his earth
Is all within his plan
And I know this shall be
My journey home
I want to be ready
Ready to put on
My long white robe
Covet no silver
Covet no gold
Reach your empty
Hands for him to hold
Up in his kingdom
Glory shall be proclaimed
Sing the song
And praise his name.
Is to know what makes me weak
How I am found
Is to know just whom I seek
The gift of a blessing
The burden of a sin
Turn to him
I want to be ready
Ready to put on
My long white robe
Nailed across
From hand to hand
For the sin
Of woman and man
All upon his earth
Is all within his plan
And I know this shall be
My journey home
I want to be ready
Ready to put on
My long white robe
Covet no silver
Covet no gold
Reach your empty
Hands for him to hold
Up in his kingdom
Glory shall be proclaimed
Sing the song
And praise his name.
Lyrics submitted by dragonflower44
I Want to Be Ready [DVD] Lyrics as written by Ben C Harper
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I don't know why there are no other comments on this song...oh man, it is soo awesome!!!! Not only the lyrics, but the song in itself. I love it!!
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very intense. ben can't miss. man, this one has an awesome ending too, makes you feel pumped up about the Gee oh d.
God is good =) love this song!
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I have white robe reserved too!