"Feelings" by Marlee Smith is proof that age has nothing to do with wisdom. Marlee (now 17 years old) wrote this song when she was 12, and captures something that most of us struggle to put into words… the overwhelming weight of unspoken emotions. Rediscovered years later, Marlee brought this song to life with a beautiful piano arrangement. Marlee shared: "I changed a bit of the chorus to have more of a purpose, learning from what I struggled with in the past."
As you listen, the message shifts. What started as "I can't let it out" gradually turns into an invitation as it reaches a turning point: "The demons cower at His name. He's the King of Kings and Lord of Lords." That turning point isn't a cliché, it's a declaration. The weight of the emotions is lifted; you're no longer drowning in these feelings because you're handing them over to God.
Go ahead and give this song a listen. May it remind you that surrender isn't weakness. "Just let it out, and give it to God."
(Related scripture: Philippians 4:6; 1 Peter 5:7; Psalm 55:22)
Background:
I wrote most of "Feelings" when I was 12 years old. I was struggling with friends and growing up. I never did anything with the song until I found it this winter. I started playing the piano part and put the lyrics to it. I changed a bit of the chorus to have more of a purpose, learning from what I struggled with in the past. I came to realize that everything that you struggle with in life, with mental health, standards you can't meet, or worrying about the future, just give it to God. He is more powerful, Jesus name is more powerful than anything that you face in life. He will take care of it, just give it to God.
Release date: May 8, 2026
Connect with Marlee Smith
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575113876372 ( @Marlee Smith Music )
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/marleesmithmusic
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