Behind The Song: Colton Dixon Shares The Heart Behind His Song “Build A Boat”

This week’s featured song story comes to us from Colton Dixon. We’re excited to share with you the story behind his song “Build A Boat.”

“The concept behind this song is stepping out in faith before you see the miracle or whatever it is that God has promised come to fruition. God’s a man of His word. So whatever He says is gonna happen. If He’s telling you something or He’s put something on your heart, step out and do it.“ –Colton Dixon

Click on the video below to hear Colton share the story. Scroll down to listen and read the full lyrics of the song.

“Build A Boat” – Single

“Build A Boat” Lyrics

V1
I’ve been wandering through the desert
Ain’t seen a cloud in forever
Over me, but I believe
The rain is coming
I’ve been hangin on to high hopes
Cuz you’re the one who’s making dry bones
Come to life
You’re the light
I put my trust in

PRE
Every word you say’s gonna come true
You will lead me to
the promised land
Everything you said’s gonna happen
Even though I haven’t seen it yet

CH
I will build a boat in the sand
Where they say it never rains
I will stand up in faith
I’ll do anything it takes
With Your wind in my sails
Your love never fails or fades
I’ll build a boat in the desert place
And when the flood
And the water starts to rise
Yeah I’ll ride the storm
Cuz I got you by my side
With your wind in my sails
Your love never fails or fades
I’ll build a boat so let it rain

V2
You’re the map, you’re my compass
You help me navigate the current
Under me, take the lead
I surrender

PRE
Every word you say’s gonna come true
You will lead me to
the promised land
Everything you said’s gonna happen
Even though I haven’t seen it yet

CH
I will build a boat in the sand
Where they say it never rains
I will stand up in faith
I’ll do anything it takes
With Your wind in my sails
Your love never fails or fades
I’ll build a boat in the desert place
And when the flood
And the water starts to rise
Yeah I’ll ride the storm
Cuz I got you by my side
With your wind in my sails
Your love never fails or fades
I’ll build a boat so let it rain