Story Behind The Song
An on-line collaboration. Sure would be nice if I had a great big black voice to go with this piece, but alas, I only have my own meager chops. I've written a choral version of this piece, SATB with solo.
Song Description
Gospel-style, thanking God for forgiveness in spite of our shortcomings.
| Song Length |
3:39 |
Genre |
Folk - Religious, Blues - Gospel |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Gracious, Content |
Subject |
Spirituality, Prayer |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
BLESS ME LORD
Copyright 2003
Lyrics by Christina Meyer
Music by Rebecca Rufin
VERSE 1
Sometimes things get so rough
That I turn away from you
Sometimes days seem so long
I forget what I should do
Sometimes the pain's so bad
That I blame it all on you
But these are the times I need you most
CHORUS
Bless Me Lord
Even when I don't deserve it
Bless Me Lord
Even when I go astray
Bless Me Lord
Even when I forget to say thank you
Bless Me Lord
By teaching me to be like you
VERSE 2
Sometimes through endless days
When I feel so all alone
Sometimes I forget you said
You're with me wherever I go
Sometimes it seems this load
Is much more than I can bear
But these are the times I need you most
REPEAT CHORUS
BRIDGE
Many the times I just don't understand
Like when a loved one dies
Or tragedy hits
I turn my anger towards you
And do the things I shouldn't do
Oh Lord
And I pull farther away
But please hear my prayer today
REPEAT CHORUS