Story Behind The Song
John Barron, the author, has been ill for over twenty years with a crippling arthritic disease and recently with heart and kidney disease. His hands are crippled, yet, somehow, he can still play both bass and electric guitar. God has given him hope, joy and love, which John strives to share with all who will hear.
Song Description
This blues song is a lamentation over the the decaying state of humanity. The author would be drawn into the pollution of the world were it not for the constant love and mercy he receives from his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Although the tone is dark, painful and mournful, it concludes with joyful praises for God and a up-tempo outro jam.
| Song Length |
3:27 |
Genre |
Blues - Gospel, Blues - Rock |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Troubled |
Subject |
Hope |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Well time and time again
My heart has been broken
by the world.
Oh. time and time again
my heart has been broken
by the world.
Sometimes, I got to admit I'm wonderin', Lord,
Why did you lay down your life
For this world?
Everyday, there is evil in the streets...
There is war and hatred,
Corruption of everything.
Oh Lord, help me! Help me!
Help me keep this from polluting
My troubled mind.
(Oh, Lord, my troubled mind)
Were it not for your constant love and mercy
Oh, were it not for your constant love,
Constant love and mercy
I would be partners in their crime!
(Just like the world, Oh. Lord help me!)
Change my heart!
Oh, Lord you're giving me hope and joy,
Oh Lord!
Oh, strength to carry on...
OO...WOO, oh, Lord,
Thank you, Lord!
I praise your name!
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