DAY BREAKS, HEARTACHES 
IF THE WORLD COULD SEE IT, IN MY EYES 
HELPLESS, SO RESTLESS 
AS THE LONELY DAYS GIVE WAY TO NIGHT 

WHO WILL SING TO ME 
WHO WILL LOVE ME 
WHO WILL HOLD ME WHEN I CRY 
WHO WILL LOVE ME, TELL ME WHO WILL HOLD ME 
WHO WILL SING A LULLABY? 

SOULFUL, HOPEFUL 
WITH SO VERY MUCH TO SHARE INSIDE 
NEEDING, I AM PLEADING 
TAKE THIS TINY HAND OF MINE 

CHORUS 

CARING, SHARING 
DON’T LOSE THIS CHANCE TO SAVE MY LIFE 
LOVE IS SELFLESS, IT’S SO PRICELESS 
AND I HAVE SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE 

CHORUS 2X

 

Tang, the songwriter and singer of “Who Will Sing A Lullaby,” gives a voice to the orphans of Uganda. Through her song, she captures the emotions she perceives in their eyes and facial expressions. Sung from the perspective of these little babies and young toddlers, the song conveys what they might say to us if they could speak. Tang speaks for these children, expressing their longing and vulnerability, and inviting us to understand and empathize with their experiences.

Verse 1:

“Day breaks, heartaches / If the world could see it, in my eyes.”

The imagery of “day breaks” suggests a new beginning or the start of something fresh, but it is immediately followed by “heartaches,” highlighting a stark contrast between the promise of a new day and the ongoing pain these young children feel. Theirs is a continuous struggle of emotional pain, of not being wanted, which the world may not fully perceive or care to understand.

These lines convey feelings of sadness, pain, and a sense of invisibility or isolation felt by these babies and toddlers. They feel that their true emotions are hidden from the world, and if people could only see through their eyes, they would understand the depth of their heartache. This creates a picture of internal suffering masked by the outward appearance of daily life, emphasizing the theme of unseen struggles and the desire for empathy and recognition. Tang gives voice to these young children, expressing their longing for someone to notice and care for their hidden pain.

“Helpless, so restless / As the lonely days give way to night.”

These lines convey a deep sense of helplessness and restlessness, highlighting a continuous struggle with loneliness that persists throughout the day and into the night. This unending cycle of isolation intensifies feelings of despair and anxiety, reflecting the emotional turmoil experienced by these young children. As day turns to night, their loneliness remains, underscoring the constant and relentless nature of their suffering. Through these words, Tang captures the enduring emotional pain that these babies and toddlers endure, giving a voice to their silent cries for comfort and companionship.

Chorus:

“Who will sing to me / Who will love me / Who will hold me when I cry / Who will love me, tell me who will hold me / Who will sing a lullaby?”

Tang’s repetition of questions emphasizes a yearning for comfort, love, and emotional support. The mention of a lullaby suggests a desire for reassurance and peace, something typically associated with childhood and a feeling of being safe. Through these heart-breaking questions, Tang voices the deep longing of these young children for someone to care for them, to offer them the love and security they so desperately need.

Tang’s hidden allusion is that Father God is the one who truly loves them and desires for us to imitate His Son Jesus’ compassionate love. By doing so, we are called to extend that same love to these unloved children, becoming the hands and feet of God’s care and compassion in their lives. The chorus serves as a powerful reminder of the deep impact of love and the responsibility we have to embody God’s love to those who are most vulnerable and in need.

Verse 2:

“Soulful, hopeful / With so very much to share inside / Needing, I am pleading / Take this tiny hand of mine.”

Despite the heartache and loneliness, there is a sense of hope and a strong desire to share love and connect with others. These lines reflect the inner richness and potential within these young children, who have so much to offer despite their circumstances. The plea to “take this tiny hand of mine” symbolizes a heartfelt request for help, guidance, and companionship. It’s a call for someone to recognize their worth, to offer support, and to walk with them through their struggles. Tang captures the delicate balance of vulnerability and resilience, expressing both the need for immediate care and the enduring hope that lies within each child.

Verse 3:

“Caring, sharing / Don’t lose this chance to save my life / Love is selfless, it’s so priceless / And I have so much love to give.”

This verse highlights the importance of selfless, priceless and giving love—the love that Jesus demonstrated to the world and the potential for life-changing impact through caring and sharing. Tang emphasizes their capacity to give love and the critical nature of receiving it in return. The plea “Don’t lose this chance to save my life” underscores the urgency and significance of compassionate actions, suggesting that the simple acts of caring and sharing can greatly alter a child’s future. Tang’s words remind us that love is invaluable and transformative, urging us not to miss the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these children who have so much love to offer despite their circumstances.

These lyrics depict the complex interplay between loneliness, longing, hope, and the transformative power of God’s love. They convey a deep emotional narrative that resonates with the universal human experience of seeking connection and understanding. This song exemplifies how music and lyrics together can create a powerful emotional and intellectual experience, making listeners feel the depth of the thoughts and emotions conveyed.

We All Are Orphans Until We Receive Christ.

Who will sing a lullaby to the orphans Isa 59:15,16? Only their Creator, God Isa 60:20. He wants everyone to know Him through His interactions with His people.

Jesus said that He would not leave us as orphans. He would send His Holy Spirit to live in us to know the love the Godhead has for each of us.

‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’.  Mk 12:26

If we want to know God intimately, we must study the passages of the Bible, in which God has had interactions with mankind. God told Abraham, ‘Leave your country and your people, and go to the land I will show you’ (Ac 7:3). We learn from this passage that the God of Abraham intervenes in human lives to call individuals to complete His plan that He has prepared for them.

With Isaac, his father had bound him to an altar on Mount Moriah to be sacrificed. However, God intervened to save Isaac by providing a substitute, a ram (Gen 22:12,13). We learn from this story that the God of Isaac intervenes in human lives to save them.

With Jacob, God shows us that He never gives up on His people. Jacob lived a life of lies and deceit and ran from both his family and God. Then God appeared to Jacob and the wrestled with him all night. After Jacob’s hip was wrenched out of its socket, Jacob wanted to know God’s name and to receive a blessing (Gen 32:22-29). We learn from this meeting that the God of Jacob is intimately involved in our lives and intervenes to change us.  

In summary, it does not matter if you are an orphan or the richest and most famous person in the world, we all need God and fortunately He wants a relationship with each one of us.  As the God of Abraham (Father), He calls us to Himself, as the God of Isaac (Son), He will save us, and  as the God of Jacob (Holy Spirit), He will change our character.