TobyMac rose to fame with DC Talk before launching a solo career that blended pop, rock, and rap. His music is popular on Christian radio and has built a strong fan base.

Building on that idea of music with meaning, Rise Against takes a different path with fast punk rock and strong messages about real-world issues. Their powerful songs and energy have earned them fans worldwide and several hit albums.

Continuing this thread of connection, Lake Street Dive blends soul, pop, and jazz. Their smooth vocals and unique sound bring people together, just like TobyMac and Rise Against do.

About the Song

Help Is on the Way is a powerful song title that takes on different meanings across versions, but always centers on the idea of hope and support during hard times.

Whether addressing personal struggles, social crises, or the need for unity, the song consistently carries a message of comfort.

Its lyrics and tone reflect urgency, comfort, and the belief that relief, emotional, spiritual, or collective, is near.

Help Is On The Way lyrics by TobyMac

Intro: Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper

May be midnight or mid-day
Never early, never late
He gon’ stand by what He claimed
Lived enough life to say…

Verse 1: TobyMac

I heard your heart, I see your pain
Out in the dark, out in the rain
Feels so alone, feels so afraid
I heard you pray in Jesus’ name

Chorus: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac

It may be midnight or mid-day
He’s never early, never late
He gon’ stand by what He claimed
I lived enough life to say… (Say, say, say)

Post-Chorus: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac

Help is on the way
Roundin’ the corner
Help is on the way
Comin’ for ya
Help is on the way
Yea-ee-ayy
I lived enough life to say
Help is on the way

Verse 2: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper

Sometimes it’s days, sometimes it’s years (Oh-oh)
Some face a lifetime of fallen tears (Oh-oh)
But He’s in the darkness, He’s in the cold
Just like the mornin’, He always shows (He always shows)

Chorus: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac

It may be midnight or mid-day
He’s never early, never late
He gon’ stand by what He claimed
I lived enough life to say… (Say, say, say)

Post-Chorus: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac

Help is on the way
Roundin’ the corner
Help is on the way
Comin’ for ya
Help is on the way
Yea-ee-ayy
I lived enough life to say
Help is on the way

Bridge: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper

(Mm-mm, mm-mm)
Well, I seen my share o’ troubles
But the Lord ain’t failed me yet
So I’m holdin’ onto the promise, y’all
That He’s rollin’ up His sleeves again
Said, I seen my share of troubles (Rollin’ up, rollin’ up)
But the Lord ain’t failed me yet (Rollin’ up, rollin’ up)
We’ll keep holdin’ onto the promise, y’all (Rollin’ up, rollin’ up)
That He’s rollin’ up His sleeves again

[Breakdown: Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac]
Rollin’ up, rollin’ up (Don’t ya know it?)
Rollin’ up His sleeves again (I can see Him rollin’)
Rollin’ up, rollin’ up (Help is comin’)
Rollin’ up His sleeves again

Chorus: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, Gabe Real, Jon

Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac]
Yeah, it may be midnight or mid-day (Yeah-eah)
He’s never early, no, never late (Yeah-eah)
He gon’ stand by what He claimed (Yeah-eah)
I lived enough life to say… (Say, say, say)
It may be midnight or mid-day (Yeah-eah)
He’s never early, never late (Yeah-eah) (No, He’s never late)
He gon’ stand by what He claimed (Yeah-eah) (He gon’ stand by what He claimed)
I lived enough life to say… (Say, say, say)

Outro: TobyMac, Gabe Real, Jon Reddick, Michael Cochren & Micah Kuiper, TobyMac

Help is on the way
Help is on the way
Roundin’ the corner
Help is on the way

Help Is On The Way Lyrics by Rise Against

Verse 1

I have my mother’s dreams, I have my father’s eyes
You can’t take that from me, just go ahead and try
The Crescent City sleeps, while giants in the sky
Preparing to unleash, let loose a mighty cry

Pre-Chorus 1

Can nobody save us? Will anyone try?
The bayou is burning, the cypress has died
And all alone they’re saying

Chorus

Help is on the way (They said, they said)
Help is on the way (They said, they said)
One by land, two by sea, right there in front of me
Help is on the way

Verse 2

Five thousand feet below, as black smoke engulfs the sky
The ocean floor explodes, eleven mothers cry
My bones all resonate a burning lullaby
You can’t take that from me, just go ahead and try

Pre-Chorus 2

She stands at the shoreline with hands in the air
Her words pierce the dark night, “Does anyone care?”
And all alone they’re saying

Chorus

Help is on the way (They said, they said)
Help is on the way (They said, they said)
One by land, two by sea, right there in front of me
Help is on the way

Bridge

Right here, right here
Right here, right here
Right here, right here
Choking on the black gold, upon which we rely
We keep axes in the attics to see cameras in the sky
“Help is on the way” they said, they said
“Help is on the way” they said, they said
We were told just to sit tight
‘Cause somebody will soon arrive
“Help is on the way”
But it never came
It never came

Chorus

Help is on the way (They said, they said)
Help is on the way (They said, they said)
One by land, two by sea, right there in front of me
Help is on the way
On the way

Help Is On The Way Lyrics by Lake Street Dive

Verse 1

Softer skin, harder muscles
Inner peace, outer hustle
Spend my days, spend my money
Tryna help myself (Help myself)
Bigger dreams, smaller ego
Less machines, more libido
All the ways, all the time
I’m tryna help myself

Chorus

But I can’t help myself, help myself, help me
No, I can’t help myself, so help me get free
What if all of us out helping ourselves could help somebody else?
Help is on the way, help is on the way

Verse 2

No excess in my diet
Supplements, yeah, I’ll buy it
Tonics, tinctures, you know I’ll try it
I’m tryna help myself (Help myself)
Longer life, lower tension
Endless knowledge, no retention
I forget now, did I mention
I’m tryna help myself?

Chorus

But I can’t help myself, help myself, help me
No, I can’t help myself, so help me to see
That if all of us out helping ourselves could help somebody else
Help is on the way, help is on the way, help is on the way

Instrumental Break

Verse 3

Self-acceptance got no nearer
My perception got no clearer
From all this staring in the mirror
Tryna help myself (Help myself)
Oh, but just when I thought I’d hit my limit
I saw that all of us are here in it
And I forgot for just one minute
About tryna help myself

Chorus

‘Cause I can’t help myself, help myself, help me
No, I can’t help myself, so help me believe
That if all of us out helping ourselves could help somebody else
All of us out helping ourselves
All of us out helping ourselves could help somebody else
Help is on the way, help is on the way

Similar Songs Like Help Is On The Way

Help Is on the Way by Rise Against is a powerful punk rock anthem with urgent lyrics and deep emotion.

• Move (Keep Walkin’): Starts with claps and rhythm. It’s all about pushing through tough times, holding onto faith, and refusing to let life hold you back.
• Love Broke Thru: It opens with a smooth melody. It is a powerful story about hitting rock bottom and how God’s love intervened, changing everything forever.
• Savior: Starts fast with sharp guitars. Lyrics explore pain, regret, and love. Emotion rises through every verse until the final shout.
• Good Kisser: Opens with retro groove and bold vocals. A catchy breakup tune where the singer calls out charm without real love behind it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Message does Help Is On The Way Try to Give Listeners?

It reminds listeners that help will come, even in the darkest moments, and encourages them to maintain patience, faith, and trust during difficult times.

Why do People Find the Lyrics of  Help Is On The Way So Comforting?

The lyrics speak directly to real struggles, offering hope, support, and the belief that you’re not alone in your pain.

Can Help Is On The Way heal Someone Going Through Depression?

Many say it speaks to their pain and helps them feel seen, heard, and reminded that better days are still ahead.