Multi-award-winning artist and songwriter Anne Wilson pours her heart out in her poignant new release, “Seventh of June.” A deeply personal and heartfelt tribute to her beloved late brother Jacob, the track and accompanying music video is available everywhere today. Wilson enlisted trusted collaborators Matthew West and Jeff Pardo (“My Jesus,” “Living Water”) to craft this soul-stirring account of his passing, reflecting the raw pain of loss while showcasing Wilson’s unwavering faith and conviction. Through her powerful lyricism and emotional delivery, Wilson not only cherishes her brother’s memory but also extends solace to those grappling with profound grief.
“‘Seventh of June’ is a song that was written about the day that forever changed my life. The day that I lost my big brother Jacob in a tragic car accident,” shares Wilson with heartfelt vulnerability. “No matter how much time passes, this is a day that will always be so important to me. I really pray this song impacts people and reminds them that it’s OK to grieve. Jesus is with us in the midst of it all!! This is for you, Jacob.”
LYRICS:
My friends, they know I won’t pick up if they call me
One day a year
And that one day is here
My tears just like a summer rain are falling
It’s just what they do
When I start missing you
Why’d you have to go
Why’d I have to stay
When’s it gonna get easier
To make it through the day
I go out walking
I ain’t much for talking
Just thinking and crying
And praying and trying
To make sense
Of what don’t make sense in this life
Like why you’re up there
And not here by my side
They say it’s gonna get easier
And I want to believe that’s true
It’s just harder on the seventh of June
I’ve been singing songs ever since the day you left me
Crazy how my life has changed
Every night a different stage
And sometimes it feels like you and God are watching
Are you looking down on me
I wonder if you’re proud of me
I miss you
Oh I miss you
My friends, they know I won’t pick up if they call me
On the seventh of June
It’s just me and you
