Come again

My aunt is notorious for changing the words of songs. In fact, she does this with such strong conviction that I thought the way we sung a particular song was the right until a quick Google search corrected me.

My aunt's version:
Lord I praise you right here and now
If I don't praise you the rocks will cry out
'Cuz you are the holy one
You're the one you're the only one
Hallelujah, Hallelu
Lord I give the praises to ya
Because you are the holy one
You're the one you're the only one

The real lyrics:
Lord the people praise you
Lift you up and raise you
Because you are the holy one
You're the one you're the only one
Halle, halle, hallelu
All the glory is due you
Because you are the holy one
You're the one you're the only one

Now do those 2 first lines sound anything alike? lol Anywho, it's a great call and response song.

I don't know who the original artist is, but this rendition sounds good and subsequently nothing like my aunt's version which is real churchy.

Blessings and love you Auntie! :)

All Of My Help - Geoffrey Golden

Here's a nice, simple, mid-tempo song suitable for praise teams everywhere. I plan to check out more from Geoffrey Golden.

Endless Praise - Planetshakers

I love, the love, the upbeat energy this song brings. So fun. Enjoy!

Songs for Thanksgiving

I have to admit, Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. No presents to buy. All of your favorite comfort foods. Spending time with family and loved ones. Watching/playing football. Going to the movies. Being thankful for another year. This is a holiday everyone can get behind.

Here's a short list of songs for you to consider this month as we celebrate all of the blessings God has given us.

Grateful - Hezekiah Walker - My favorite song on this list. Brings me to tears almost every time.
Oh Give Thanks - Judith McAllister

I Just Want to Praise You - Maurette Clark Brown
Thank You Lord for All You've Done For Me - Walter Hawkins
I Just Want to Thank You Lord - Everybody and their momma :)
And one I just stumbled upon that is really nice... Thank You Jesus - Hillsong

Review of self-titled albumTiff Joy

This is the last of the Tiff Joy takeover installation. The album dropped today so check out my review and then go cop it.

1. YOU are - thumbs up
2. Almighty God - thumbs up
3. The Promise -thumbs wayyy up! Love the words, the chorus sticks with you, and the music is perfect.
4. Oh How We Love YOU -thumbs wayyy up! I love this upbeat song. I think musicians will love it too.
5. All that YOU do - thumbs wayyy up! This song is beautiful and the music is reminiscent of a Stevie Wonder tune.
6. Holy -thumbs wayyy up! Another beautifully composed song.
7. Healer -thumbs wayyy up! Another beautifully composed song, yet again.
8. Hallelujah -thumbs wayyy up! Another beautifully composed song.
9. Altar Call - thumbs up
10. I'm All YOURS - thumbs wayyy up! You guessed it. Another beautifully composed song. It's crazy there are this many!
11. Amazing - thumbs wayyy up! But you already knew this one goes hard. She did rearrange it a little to keep it fresh. And whoever the drummer is snapped at the end, like frfr!
12. Hope - eh - I'm not crazy about this song, but after 10 great songs, there's not much else I can ask for.

Bottom Line - This album is a praise and worshiper's delight! Tiff Joy has a great tap on the sound of worship. You can hit play and worship through the entire album. It's kinda impossible to buy an album with so many good songs these days, but that's exactly what this is. Buy this project. Like now.

I'm gonna go ahead and project a nom for new artist of the year for the next Stellar Awards. You gotta speak those things that are not as though they are!

Leggo Chicago!

Blessings