Listen on YouTube Music > https://youtu.be/XasWJViM83E?si=-tS0m3e4EhEXGTm0
Prayed for Dolphins
In the hush of morning light, where the sea meets the sky,
Carlo dreams of dolphins, as waves gently sigh
Carlo loved his nonno and their little motorboat,
they roamed the coastline and the summer sea,
exploring God’s creatures running free,
and Carlo dreamt of meeting a playful dolphin pod.
Carlo lived close to God and His rich summer sea,
he prayed for dolphins he would see,
and with God’s grace they rose in dance and tumbled playfully.
Carlo prayed to Jesus every day,
to see wild dolphins in the summer holiday,
he waited patiently for God’s gentle grace,
and watched the sea in that vast and open place.
Carlo lived close to God and His rich summer sea,
he prayed for dolphins he would see,
and with God’s grace they rose in dance and tumbled playfully.
They danced and leapt gracefully across God's sea,
tumbling and flipping in arcs of ecstasy.
Carlo was filled with joy that knew no bounds,
as wild dolphins turned the waters into living sounds.
Carlo lived close to God and His rich summer sea,
he prayed for dolphins he would see,
and with God’s grace they rose in dance and tumbled playfully.
STORY BOARD
SONG OVERVIEW
Written and produced by Tasmanian Songwriter Jason Bresnehan, Prayed for Dolphins is a musical arrangement in the pop genre leaning toward contemporary Christian music with a male vocal. The song tells the story of a young boy named Carlo whose faith-filled prayer is answered in a simple but memorable way. Set against the beauty of the ocean and the companionship of his grandfather, the song explores childhood faith, patience, wonder and the joy that can arise when people learn to look for God's presence in everyday life.
At its heart, Prayed for Dolphins is a story about hope. Carlo's prayer is uncomplicated and sincere. He asks to see dolphins and continues to trust that, in God's time, his prayer will be answered. The arrival of the dolphins becomes a symbol of grace, demonstrating how moments of beauty and wonder can strengthen faith and leave lasting memories.
FAITH AND SPIRITUALITY
Prayed for Dolphins presents faith through the eyes of a child. Rather than focusing on complex theology, the song centres on trust, patience and expectation. Carlo prays regularly and waits with confidence, believing that God hears even the smallest requests.
The song reflects a simple spiritual truth found throughout Christian life: not every prayer is dramatic, and not every answer arrives in extraordinary circumstances. Sometimes faith grows through ordinary experiences that reveal the presence of God within creation, family relationships and daily life. The dolphins become a visible reminder of that connection, transforming a normal day on the water into a moment of gratitude and joy.
THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG
The narrative follows Carlo and his grandfather as they spend time exploring the coastline in a small motorboat. Their adventures are shaped by curiosity, family connection and an appreciation for the natural world. Carlo dreams of seeing dolphins and brings that desire into his daily prayers.
As the story unfolds, the dolphins finally appear, leaping and dancing around the boat. The scene is joyful and colourful, but its significance runs deeper than the spectacle itself. The moment reflects the relationship between prayer, patience and trust. Carlo's delight comes not only from seeing the dolphins but also from recognising that something he had hoped for and prayed about has become reality.
THE ARTWORK
The artwork captures the central moment of the song. Three dolphins leap from the ocean alongside a small motorboat under a brilliant golden sky at sunset. The warm light reflects across the water, creating an atmosphere of peace, wonder and celebration. The dolphins appear energetic and playful as they rise above the waves, while the boat represents the journey shared by Carlo and his grandfather.
The image perfectly mirrors the song's message. The dolphins are not portrayed simply as marine animals but as symbols of answered prayer, joy and the beauty of God's creation. The warm colours and calm sea reinforce the themes of gratitude, faith and the unexpected blessings that can emerge during everyday life.
PERSONAL CONNECTION TO JASON BRESNEHAN SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER
The personal connection behind Prayed for Dolphins is that it represents the first songwriting collaboration between Jason Bresnehan and Very Rev Shammi Perera VG PP, Vicar General in the Office of the Archbishop, Archbishop, Archdiocese of Hobart. The song forms part of a broader creative project, with four songs currently in development to support a faith-based educational book being authored by Fr Shammi.
The collaboration brings together storytelling, faith formation and music as complementary ways of communicating Christian values. Prayed for Dolphins was chosen as one of the songs because its themes of faith, hope, patience and wonder resonate with readers of all ages. Through Carlo's simple prayer and joyful encounter with the dolphins, the song illustrates how faith can be expressed in practical and accessible ways, making it a natural companion to a faith-based educational resource.
For Jason, the project also represents an opportunity to use contemporary Christian music as an educational tool. By combining memorable stories with uplifting music, the collaboration seeks to encourage reflection on faith while remaining engaging, approachable and enjoyable for a broad audience.
YouTube - Playlist Jason Bresnehan
YouTube Top Songs – Jason Bresnehan
Seventh Ribbon Music, Jason Bresnehan’s music label.
Search for Bresnehan on Spotify to find all my songs and various playlists