08/23/08 | Boston – Clearwater, FL – Ruth Eckerd Hall | CDx2
August 27, 2008
I just got this and haven’t had a chance to listen to it.
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08/17/08 | Boston – Alpharetta, GA – Encore Park | CDx2
August 27, 2008
This has to be one of the best live recording that has been captured. Great sound quality. It was recorded from the orchestra 3 row.
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Reconnecting With…Michael Sweet… (No Stryper shows for the rest of 2008)
August 26, 2008
For everyone who was wondering what the rest of the year might hold for Stryper, Michael has said in a reset interview posted online today that there will be no new Stryper shows for 2008. Here is the quote I’m going home from the Boston tour September 1, and I requested from Stryper’s management that they don’t book any shows for the rest of this year. I’m just going to stay with my wife and take the next year as it comes.”
Below is the complete interview.
Posted 08/26/08 on Christian Music Planet:
Former Stryper front man Michael Sweet reflects on the inspiration behind his latest album and his current tour with Boston.
Even though he’s always been associated with major bands—first ’80s metal trailblazers Stryper and now as co-vocalist with the newly reconvened Boston on this summer’s arena tour—Michael Sweet’s kept a steady eye on his solo career. Though jump-started in the early ’90s after Stryper’s original hiatus, it maintained steady steam through that act’s reunion at the tip of the 2000s and continues through today. Yet, the brand-new individual offering, Touched, is a complete anomaly when compared to any of the singer’s other projects, not just because of a stripped-down approach, but due to its series of covers dedicated to his wife Kyle (who’s bravely battling stage four ovarian cancer).
“When I was taking care of her during her first treatment, and she would spend a lot of time resting, I would go down [to my studio] and record for an hour,” says Sweet of the project’s genesis. “I basically just recorded a bunch of songs as a love letter to her, which I originally planned on just presenting [privately] to her. But it turned into something she wanted to be available to people, so I [released it online] and then got a distribution deal. What was just a record for her fortunately became something that a lot of people were touched by as well.”
Those expecting all out rock ‘n’ roll won’t find much on this outing, but Sweet’s remarkable range is in tact as he lovingly remakes several familiar favorites. Though not necessarily cut by Christian artists originally, the singer is using tracks like “You Are So Beautiful,” “She’s Got a Way,” “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face” and “The Rose” to display his marital covenant of unconditional love, which has in turn inspired other couples across the entertainer’s vast listening audience.
Visit michaelsweet.com for more info.
“We’ve received several emails [from people] saying how these songs have touched them and helped restore their relationship with their husband or wife,” he verifies. “It’s really affected a lot of people as far as love for one another and gaining strength in relationships, which it was never really intended for, but it’s really neat how things like that work out.”
Aside from restoring others, he hopes Touched will showcase the family’s firm faith in a time of crisis, while also prompting prayer from fellow believers over this delicate situation. Though touring has scaled back considerably since Kyle’s diagnosis, Sweet currently has Boston shows on the books through the end of August.
“We talk about it every day, but she’s insisted that I be here [on the road], and she wouldn’t have it any other way,” adds Sweet. “In fact, she wouldn’t let me come home if I wanted because she feels like cancer has taken so much, and she doesn’t want to take away this. It feels odd to be away from her, but I have her blessing and call home all the time. I’m going home from the Boston tour September 1, and I requested from Stryper’s management that they don’t book any shows for the rest of this year. I’m just going to stay with my wife and take the next year as it comes.”
1986 To Hell With The Devil 8″ x 10″ Glossy Promo w/ Matt Hurich
August 24, 2008
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This is a mega rare 8″ / 10″ glossy promo picture for the To Hell With The Devil album. What makes this promo picture so rare is that it features Matt Hurch.Bassist Tim Gaines did not participate in the recording of this album, and for a period of time prior to the release of the record he was replaced by another bass player, Matt Hurich. Hurich wasn’t with the band more than a month however during that time he was outfitted with a Yellow & Black striped bass and a Racing Costume which was later handed down to Tim Gaines who didn’t wear it often because it was too small. Brad Cobb played bass on the album. However, when the promotional photos for the album were being shot, Gaines decided to return to the band and participated in its successful world tour. Prior to his time in Stryper, Matt was in the band Leatherwolf. In 1989 he performed with the group Divine Right who featured Kevin Brandow (Petra) on lead vocals and guitar. |
In God We Trust – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
In God We Trust
It’s been said money talks
If so what does it say?
Four simple words we see every day
The rich, the poor
Heaven is for those who choose
Don’t put your trust in money
You’ll lose (again and again)
(chorus)
In God we trust
In Him we must believe
(He is the only way)
In God we trust
His Son we must receive
(Tomorrow’s too late, accept Him today)
Always There For You
Love can be so cold
And loneliness gets old
More than words or broken promises
I want to show you what true love is
(chorus)
I’m always there for you
I’ll always stand by you
When the world has closed the door
And you can’t go on anymore
I’m always there for you
You’ve been hurt before
And you don’t want anymore
There’s a better way for you
Believe in me, I’ll see you through
Keep The Fire Burning
We’ve been through a lot together
We’ve seen what some will never see, you and me
Prayer after prayer’s been answered
We can’t go on without belief, can’t you see?
(chorus)
We just gotta be strong
Keep the fire burning
Gotta move on, keep our hearts from turning
Gotta hold on, onto what you’re learning now
And never let go
Nothing can stop us now
We’re growing stronger every day in every way
Spreading the word together
It doesn’t matter what they say, no way!
I Believe In You
Time seemed to pass me by
I found myself alone, wondering why
Then you came into my life
And gave your love to me
That showed me the way
In my heart you’ll stay
(chorus)
And I believe in you
Whoa-oh through and through
Always and forever it will be
You and me together
(bridge)
I want your love forever
I need your love
You’re the only one
That fills my heart
And I love you
More and more everyday
And I believe in you
Whoa-oh through and through
Always and forever it will be you and me
I will sing to you and all you do
Always and forever it will be you and me together
The Writings On The Wall
The truth is right before you
Don’t refuse it
No matter what you’ve been through
He can change it cause
(chorus)
He is our God, Creator of all
Unless you accept Him, you’ll continue to fall
The battle is real, on you He will call
So don’t ever wait because the writing’s on the wall
Just look around and
You will see confusion
The God that Stryper serves
Is no delusion cause
(chorus)
(bridge)
Don’t wait till tomorrow
Tomorrow’s too late (tomorrow’s too late)
You’ve heard the truth so what will you do
Who will you choose?
(Whoa-oh-oh-oh)
It’s Up 2 U
Let’s join together and make a stand
Let’s make a change throughout our land
Renew our bodies, spirits, minds and hearts
It’s up 2 U to make a start
(chorus)
Come on everybody
Put your hands up in the air
Just move to the rhythm
Join in people everywhere
There is an answer for these troubled times
Together we can make it right
Renew your body, spirit, mind and heart
It’s up to you to make a start
The World Of You And I
You’re out there all alone
Searching endlessly for a home
You’re happiness has gone away
Then you hear somebody say
(chorus)
We can have what everybody dreams about
We can say hello and never say goodbye
Love can last forever without any doubt
In the world of you and I
You’ve go to keep your faith
Follow me I’ll lead the way
There doesn’t have to be any pain
Forever you and I will reign
Come To The Everlife
A new life to live, a new heart to give
No sorrow no pain, new bodies to gain
Peace and harmony found, love will be all around
(chorus)
Come with me tonight
Come to the everlife
We will see new life in the sky
You don’t have to lose, you just have to choose
Just call on His name, you won’t be the same
Lift your hearts up today
Put your troubles away
(chorus)
(bridge 1)
New life so endless and free
Just lift your hearts up, you’ll see
(bridge 2)
Peace and harmony found
Love will be all around
Lift your hearts up today
Put your troubles away
Lonely
Once upon a lonely night
Emptiness filled my heart
And I realized my life wasn’t right
Searching never finding, day after day
Then I called upon your name
And I just want to say
(chorus)
I was lonely, lost without your love
Sad and lonely without you
Your the only one that I’ll ever love
I need you
All I’ll ever need is you
Cause you are everything
I’ve never seen a love that’s so true
The search is over now for me and forever more
And I’ll never have to be lonely anymore
The Reign
Cars, mansions and planes
Income that never refrains
The more you receive, the less you believe
In His name
There will come a day
When this will all pass away
The world will die and millions will cry
To be saved
(chorus)
King of Kings
And Lord of all is He
Come and be a part of the reign
Pride, fortune and fame
Glory given to your name
A heart filled with greed is planting a seed
With no shame
There will come a day
When you will soon pass away
The Son will deny and then you will cry
To be saved
(chorus)
To Hell With The Devil – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
To Hell With The Devil
Speak of the devil
He’s no friend of mine
To turn from him is what we have in mind
Just a liar and a thief
The word tells us so
We like to let him know Where he can go
(chorus)
To hell with the devil
To hell with the devil
When things are going wrong
You know who to blame
He will always live Up to his name
He’s never been the answer
There’s a better way
We are here to rock you
And to say…
Calling On You
Inside of me there is a lonely place
Sometimes I just don’t know it’s there
But when I’m all alone
That’s when I have to face…
(bridge)
The part of me that needs someone
To be by my side that’s when I call on…
(chorus)
You, You make my life complete
You give me all I need
You help me through and through
I’m calling on you
I can’t explain just what You do to me
My love grows stronger everyday
You give me love, You give me company
(bridge 2)
And when I have to face the rain
You bring sunshine into my life
Free Free to turn away – say goodbye
Free to walk away – and deny
The gift waiting for you
Whispers a still small voice
It’s your choice – you’re..
(chorus)
Free – Free to do what you want to
Choose your own destiny
Free to do what you want to
Free to open up – and believe
Free to simply ask – and receive
There’s no better time than now
You’ve got the right to choose
You can’t lose – you’re…
Honestly
Honestly, I believe in you
Do you trust in me
Patiently, I will stand by you
I will stand beside you faithfully
(bridge)
And through the years
I will be a friend
For always and forever
(chorus)
Call on me and I’ll be there for you
I’m a friend who always will be true
And I love you can’t you see
That I can say I love you honestly
(Solo)
(chorus 2)
Call on me and I’ll be there for you
I’m a friend who always will be true
And I love you can’t you see
That I love you honestly
I will never betray your trust in me
And I love you can’t you see
That I can say I love you honestly
The Way
I want to sing some other way
Always the same, never a change
What can I do to make me feel right
Change all my ways, give up my life
(chorus)
Oh – What did you say?
Oh – Christ is the way
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
I feel His strength come into me
Reading His word helps me to see
I feel so new, I want to sing
Feeling His joy in everything
(chorus)
Oh – What can I say?
Oh – Christ is the way
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
Sing-Along Song
In a land of freedom
God has sent His grace
We’re proud to live in such a place
With the right to sing
Song after song
This song’s for you to sing along!
(chorus)
Whoa-o-o-o Whoa ooo La,
La Whoa-o-o-o Whoa ooo La,
La Lift your voices higher
We want to hear you sing
Let’s lift our voices to the King of King’s
Holding On
Everyone has been hurt before – love will come and go
When you put your faith in something so unsure
Never happy and wanting more – love will never grow
Till you put your faith in something that’s secure
(chorus)
I’m holding on to the One from above
The One that’s secure the one that has cured
My broken heart with perfect love
I never thought it would be this good
I never even dreamed that someone could make my
Life so complete
So if you’re hurting and wanting more
No matter how it seems you can have it all
If you will just believe
(bridge)
That someone is there for you
To catch you when you fall
To make your life brand new
To give you all
Rockin’ The World
Singing out what I believe
Singing out for you
Never want to push you can’t you see
We just want to spread the news
In a different way
Rock the world but rock it with the truth
(bridge)
You want it
We got it
Rock that lifts you up it doesn’t bring you down
Stand for it
Fight for it
We are…
(chorus)
Rockin’ the world for You, Holy One
Rockin’ the world for You, and your son
If you want to rock the world
Come along with me
Spread the news to every boy and girl
Singing out what we believe
Singing out for truth
Opening our eyes so we can see
All Of Me
All my life searching for the one to share
The space within my heart
To stand right by my side
Then you came to me
Shining as the morning sun
You gave your love to me
And I knew you were the one
(bridge)
The one to share my life
To make all the wrong so right
We will live as one for all eternity
You and I
(chorus)
I’m giving you all of me
Cause you gave me all of you
I’ll love you forever
For you my love’s so strong
I’m giving you all of me
Cause you gave me all of you
We’ll stand together
And our love will always carry on
More Than A Man
Long ago, there was a man who came
Came and died for you
You, you say you don’t want to know
But I’ve got to tell you the truth
(chorus)
God, I will follow you because you died for me
Gave to me your life to set me free
Anyone who asks shall receive
Jesus in your heart
It’s time for you to start
Giving God all the glory
More than a man, God almighty
He created you
He’s the One, the One who rules the land
He is the One I choose
(chorus)
(bridge)
All of the glory today
No matter what some people say
All of your faith
And your life will start to change
(chorus x2)
Yellow And Black Attack (1986 rerelease) – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
Loud N’ Clear
The hair is long and the screams are loud and clear.
The clothes are tight, earrings dangling from the ears.
No matter how we look, we’ll always praise His name.
And, if you believe, you’ve got to do the same.
(chorus)
Loud, clear, let the people hear.
Scream, shout, show what it’s all about.
Loud, clear, let the people hear.
Scream, shout, show what it’s all about.
Some of us were always pushed around in schools.
That’s why I wrote this song to sing to pushin’ fools.
At least we can say we love doin’ what we do.
And we’re here to say that you can have salvation too.
From Wrong To Right
I’ve changed my ways from wrong to right.
The devil never pays, no, he robs just like a thief in the night
So many bands give the devil all the glory
It’s hard to understand, we want to change the story
We want to rock one way, on and on.
You’ll see the light some day
All say Jesus is the way.
Satan is a fool and it’s so insane.
Some people think he’s cool, you play with fire,
You’ll feel the pain.
Why lose when you could win?
Give God a try.
The devil’s not your friend, the truth is not a lie.
I’ve changed my ways from wrong to wright
Evil never pays, no, the truth is not a lie.
My Love I’ll Always Show
You know I really love you
Your love is beautiful, lasting and true.
I’ve searched for a true love for such a long, long time
Now, my search has ended, yes, cause you are mine.
(chorus)
I’ll always love you and I’ll always tell you so
As long as I’m with you, my love I’ll always show
Whenever I’m sad and feeling real blue
I begin to feel happy as I sit and think of you.
I think of your face and your personality.
You are so beautiful, you mean everything to me.
You Know What To Do
Some people think they’re happy, livin’ for themselves.
But when they’re sad they long for something else.
And you can find the answer in an honest way.
To get you thru the sadness, to start a whole new day.
We’ve found a life that keeps us happy.
Yes, we have and we’ll live eternally.
We’ll always have the light to see, and so can you.
(chorus)
Are you feeling lonely?
Are you feeling blue?
Does your life seem empty?
You know what to do.
You say you’ve go some troubles, yeah, oh so many downs.
You need a light to lift you off the ground.
And if your life feels senseless, just accept the Lord.
And He’ll make you see things you never have seen before.
An everlasting life abounding, oh yeah.
Yes, He will and He’s always giving more.
And His light will never stop shining, it’s for you, yes it is.
Co’mon Rock
I was born to rock and I’ll give it all I’ve got
I’m sure these boys will say the same.
We’re rockin for the rock, and I know we’ll never stop.
And we well never be ashamed.
We’re here to rock for you an rock is what we’ll do
Until your body feels the sound.
So don’t be afraid to shout cause that’s what it’s all about.
We’ve got to spread it all around.
(chorus)
Co’mon rock, rock, rock.
Co’mon never stop.
Co’mon rock, rock, rock.
Co’mon never stop.
It’s catching on so fast, we’ve got to make it last
But we can’t ever low the key.
That opens all the doors and keeps us wanting more.
It’s all up to you and me.
So, let’s give it all we’ve got until we reach the top.
Together we can make a stand.
We’re here to rock for you and rock is what we’ll do.
Co’mon and help us rock the land.
You Won’t Be Lonely
Won’t you open up your heart and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I know you may may wonder why I’ve come to hold you tight.
I don’t want you to cry tonight.
I will take you in my arms and sing your favorite song.
As I tell you of your charms all night long.
You’ve been hurt over again, with all my love I say I am
Holding out my hand.
(chorus)
You won’t be lonely anymore.
You won’t be lonely anymore.
For so long you’ve been in rain, but now you’re warm and dry.
You’ve been through all the pain and now it’s blue skies.
You’ll be happy and secure as long as you are mine and as
Long as I am yours.
(chorus)
Won’t you open up your hear and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I will take you in my arms and I will hold you tight.
You won’t be lonely tonight.
Loving You
I was so confused, not knowing what to do with myself.
I was being used, blinded I was headed for hell.
Then God saved me, pulled me from the heat.
It’s always on my mind.
What a blessing that was sent to me.
Together we will shine and…
(chorus)
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
Anger in my heart, life was such a drag for me.
Then I made a start to serve the living God, now I’m free.
You’re my whole life, you’re my lasting dream.
It’s always on my mind.
What a blessing that was sent to me.
Together we will shine and…
Reason For The Season
You, you say that you’ve got it figured out
That life’s about, you do what you want to.
You, you walk the tightrope of unbelief
Can’t you see? His way is reality.
We all know it’s better to give that receive
Then why don’t we give God the glory?
Don’t hide it, don’t fight it, just believe.
(chorus 1)
He is the reason for the season.
He is the reason for today.
He is the reason for the season.
Celebrate, celebrate.
You, your life can be a holiday
Everyday when He is with you.
Hey, let’s get back to what it’s all about.
Shout it out. Christ is the reason.
We all know it’s better to give that receive
His gift is for those who believe.
You got it if you want it, just believe.
(chorus 2)
He is the reason for the season.
He is the reason for today.
He is the reason for the season.
Celebrate.
(chorus 1 and 2)
Extended Versions – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
We’re gonna rock and have a good time
Tonight’s the night, the night we move
Together we will stand to rock the land
We’re gonna rock for something new
We’re gonna rock for something true
Tonight’s the night so let’s lift up our hands
(chorus)
Jesus, King, King of Kings
Jesus, makes me wanna sing
He makes me want to jump around
He keeps my feet above the ground
Tonight the night it’s best to rock the land
We’re gonna rock for something new
We’re gonna rock for something true
Tonight’s the night so let’s lift up our hands
Calling On You
Inside of me there is a lonely place
Sometimes I just don’t know it’s there
But when I’m all alone
That’s when I have to face…
(bridge)
The part of me that needs someone
To be by my side that’s when I call on…
(chorus)
You, You make my life complete
You give me all I need
You help me through and through
I’m calling on you
I can’t explain just what
You do to me
My love grows stronger everyday
You give me love,
You give me company
(bridge 2)
And when I have to face the rain
You bring sunshine into my life
Free
Free to turn away – say goodbye
Free to walk away – and deny
The gift waiting for you
Whispers a still small voice
It’s your choice – you’re..
(chorus)
Free – Free to do what you want to
Choose your own destiny
Free to do what you want to
Free to open up – and believe
Free to simply ask – and receive
There’s no better time than now
You’ve got the right to choose
You can’t lose – you’re…
More Than A Man
Long ago, there was a man who came
Came and died for you You,
You say you don’t want to know
But I’ve got to tell you the truth
(chorus)
God, I will follow you because you died for me
Gave to me your life to set me free
Anyone who asks shall receive
Jesus in your heart
It’s time for you to start
Giving God all the glory
More than a man,
God almighty
He created you
He’s the One, the One who rules the land
He is the One I choose
(chorus)
(bridge)
All of the glory today
No matter what some people say
All of your faith And your life will start to change
You Won’t Be Lonely
Won’t you open up your heart and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I know you may may wonder why I’ve come to hold you tight.
I don’t want you to cry tonight.
I will take you in my arms and sing your favorite song.
As I tell you of your charms all night long.
You’ve been hurt over again, with all my love I say I am
Holding out my hand.
(chorus)
You won’t be lonely anymore.
You won’t be lonely anymore.
For so long you’ve been in rain, but now you’re warm and dry.
You’ve been through all the pain and now it’s blue skies.
You’ll be happy and secure as long as you are mine and as
Long as I am yours.
(chorus)
Won’t you open up your hear and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I will take you in my arms and I will hold you tight.
You won’t be lonely tonight.
Reach Out
I was looking for the answer all the time
Always looking, never finding
I was empty inside
Falling into darkness
Needing the light to see
Reaching out for shelter
Then He set me free
(chorus)
I reached out,
You reach out,
He’ll reach out today
I reached out,
You reach out,
He’ll reach out today
If you’re looking for the answer, now this is the time
To stop looking and start finding that feeling inside
You don’t need the darkness
When there’s a light to see
He’ll provide the shelter
And He’ll set you free
(chorus)
I’ll reach out, I’ll reach out
I’ll reach out, I’ll reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
I’ll reach out today
The Way
I want to sing some other way
Always the same, never a change
What can I do to make me feel right
Change all my ways, give up my life
(chorus)
Oh – What did you say?
Oh – Christ is the way
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
I feel His strength come into me
Reading His word helps me to see
I feel so new, I want to sing
Feeling His joy in everything
(chorus)
Oh – What can I say?
Oh – Christ is the way
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
Rockin’ for the One who is the Rock
Soldiers Under Command
We are the soldiers under God’s command
We hold His two-edged sword within our hands
We’re not ashamed to stand up for what’s right
We win without sin, it’s not by our might
And we’re fighting all the sin
And the good book — it says we’ll win!
(chorus)
Soldiers, Soldiers, under command
Soldiers, Soldiers, fighting the Lords battle plan
Are you a soldier under God’s command
Help fight the good fight, join us while you can
The battle that’s waiting is fought so easily
Through Him, without sin there is victory
And were fighting all the sin And the good book — it says we’ll win!
To Hell With The Devil
Speak of the devil
He’s no friend of mine
To turn from him is what we have in mind
Just a liar and a thief
The word tells us so
We like to let him know Where he can go
(chorus)
To hell with the devil
To hell with the devil
When things are going wrong
You know who to blame
He will always live Up to his name
He’s never been the answer
There’s a better way
We are here to rock you
And to say…
Honestly
Honestly, I believe in you
Do you trust in me
Patiently, I will stand by you
I will stand beside you faithfully
(bridge)
And through the years
I will be a friend
For always and forever
(chorus)
Call on me and I’ll be there for you
I’m a friend who always will be true
And I love you can’t you see
That I can say I love you honestly
(Solo)
(chorus 2)
Call on me and I’ll be there for you
I’m a friend who always will be true
And I love you can’t you see
That I love you honestly
I will never betray your trust in me
And I love you can’t you see
That I can say I love you honestly
Soldiers Under Command – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
We are the soldiers under God’s command
We hold His two-edged sword within our hands
We’re not ashamed to stand up for what’s right
We win without sin, it’s not by our might
And we’re fighting all the sin
And the good book — it says we’ll win!
(chorus)
Soldiers, Soldiers, under command
Soldiers, Soldiers, fighting the Lords battle plan
Are you a soldier under God’s command
Help fight the good fight, join us while you can
The battle that’s waiting is fought so easily
Through Him, without sin there is victory
And were fighting all the sin And the good book — it says we’ll win!
Makes Me Wanna Sing
We’re gonna rock and have a good time
Tonight’s the night, the night we move
Together we will stand to rock the land
We’re gonna rock for something new
We’re gonna rock for something true
Tonight’s the night so let’s lift up our hands
(chorus)
Jesus, King, King of Kings
Jesus, makes me wanna sing
He makes me want to jump around
He keeps my feet above the ground
Tonight the night it’s best to rock the land
We’re gonna rock for something new
We’re gonna rock for something true
Tonight’s the night so let’s lift up our hands
(chorus)
First Love
She waits alone, oh every night
Tears are in her eyes
She has lost all the love she had
She lived her life for Him each day
She threw it all away
To live for herself – live her life her way
(chorus)
There is no love like the love of your first love
It’s so true
It’s for you as you are
Tears in the night
Filled with pain
You’re running from the love
That you had once before – your first love
Someone to hold you though the pain
To make you smile again
And to protect you forever
Someone to take your fears away
To help you through each day
To carry you when you just can’t go on
(chorus)
There is no love like the love of your first love
It’s so true
Your love will never leave you
Tears in the night
Filled with pain
You’re running from the love
That you had before you cried out for your first love
The Rock That Makes Me Roll
They say that rock and roll is strong
But God’s the rock that makes us roll
Don’t need no drugs to help us push on
We’ve got his power in our souls
(bridge)
Stand up and fight
For what you believe in
We know…
(chorus)
He’s the rock that makes us roll
Rockin’ all the world
Giving me the courage to be bold
Giving me just what I need
Always guaranteed
He’s the rock that makes me roll – rock’n'roll
You say that rock and roll is strong
Yes, God’s the rock that makes us roll
Don’t need no drugs to help you push on
You can have His power in your soul
Reach Out
I was looking for the answer all the time
Always looking, never finding
I was empty inside
Falling into darkness
Needing the light to see
Reaching out for shelter
Then He set me free
(chorus)
I reached out,
You reach out,
He’ll reach out today
I reached out,
You reach out,
He’ll reach out today
If you’re looking for the answer, now this is the time
To stop looking and start finding that feeling inside
You don’t need the darkness
When there’s a light to see
He’ll provide the shelter
And He’ll set you free
(chorus)
I’ll reach out, I’ll reach out
I’ll reach out, I’ll reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
Oh, reach out today
I’ll reach out today
Together Forever
Clap your hands and stomp your feet
All you girls and all you guys
Let’s rock the world with a new beat
C’mon don’t wait
Don’t you pass it by
(chorus)
One big family
That will live eternally
Together forever
All you have to do
Is receive the one who died for you
I get so high I can’t stay in my seat
Excitement fills the air
Let’s rock the world with a new beat
All you girls and guys everywhere
(Waiting For) A Love That’s Real
She says she tries so hard to show it
She wants to say what’s on her mind
Seems like he doesn’t want to know it
She says he’s always so unkind
(bridge)
But she’s not giving up
Until he sees
Her live inside is heavenly
(chorus)
I love you, I want you
But that won’t change the way I feel
I love you, I want you
I don’t want love that’s just not real
It seems like nothing’s getting better
She knows she just can’t carry on
She always thought it would last forever
But now she knows that it’s not love
(bridge)
She waits so patiently for perfect love
She knows someday it will come from above
(chorus)
(bridge)
She waits for Godly love
Knowing that someday it will come from above
Together As One
Now is the time
That we stand together as one
A new light inside us will shine
As bright as the sun
Let’s bring, bring in the new
And do away with the old
A new love, a new love that’s true
A love that’s never cold,
A love that never dies
A love that fills our souls
We will survive
(chorus)
Together as one
We’ll stand for the world to see
Together as one
We’ll shine bright throughout eternity
All the dreams we’ve dreamed before
Are now reality
Now the dreams of a perfect love
Will always be
(chorus)
You and I in a perfect love faithfully
Surrender
Singing out in harmony
It explains so well
What we’re called to do
Want to rock so you can see
We can rock as well
Rock as well for you
(bridge)
You can have it all tonight
Pick it up and make it right
Oh, you can be free
In the dark you need a light
Do you want to make it right
(chorus)
Oh, Jesus Christ is the lover of your soul
And He wants to give you all you need
So freely surrender
Open up unto His Majesty
(chorus)
Jesus Christ is the lover of your soul
And He wants to give you all you need
So freely surrender
To the King
Freely surrender
Open up unto His Majesty…
Battle Hymn Of The Republic
Mine eyes have seen the glory
Of the coming of the Lord
He is trampling out the vintage
Where the grapes of wrath are stored
He hath loosed the fateful lightening
Of His terrible swift sword
His truth is marching on
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
His truth is marching on
His truth is marching on
Yellow And Black Attack – Lyrics
August 23, 2008
Loud N’ Clear
The hair is long and the screams are loud and clear.
The clothes are tight, earrings dangling from the ears.
No matter how we look, we’ll always praise His name.
And, if you believe, you’ve got to do the same.
(chorus)
Loud, clear, let the people hear.
Scream, shout, show what it’s all about.
Loud, clear, let the people hear.
Scream, shout, show what it’s all about.
Some of us were always pushed around in schools.
That’s why I wrote this song to sing to pushin’ fools.
At least we can say we love doin’ what we do.
And we’re here to say that you can have salvation too.
From Wrong To Right
I’ve changed my ways from wrong to right.
The devil never pays, no, he robs just like a thief in the night
So many bands give the devil all the glory
It’s hard to understand, we want to change the story
We want to rock one way, on and on.
You’ll see the light some day
All say Jesus is the way.
Satan is a fool and it’s so insane.
Some people think he’s cool, you play with fire,
You’ll feel the pain.
Why lose when you could win?
Give God a try.
The devil’s not your friend, the truth is not a lie.
I’ve changed my ways from wrong to wright
Evil never pays, no, the truth is not a lie.
You Know What To Do
Some people think they’re happy, livin’ for themselves.
But when they’re sad they long for something else.
And you can find the answer in an honest way.
To get you thru the sadness, to start a whole new day.
We’ve found a life that keeps us happy.
Yes, we have and we’ll live eternally.
We’ll always have the light to see, and so can you.
(chorus)
Are you feeling lonely?
Are you feeling blue?
Does your life seem empty?
You know what to do.
You say you’ve go some troubles, yeah, oh so many downs.
You need a light to lift you off the ground.
And if your life feels senseless, just accept the Lord.
And He’ll make you see things you never have seen before.
An everlasting life abounding, oh yeah.
Yes, He will and He’s always giving more.
And His light will never stop shining, it’s for you, yes it is.
Co’mon Rock
I was born to rock and I’ll give it all I’ve got
I’m sure these boys will say the same.
We’re rockin for the rock, and I know we’ll never stop.
And we well never be ashamed.
We’re here to rock for you an rock is what we’ll do
Until your body feels the sound.
So don’t be afraid to shout cause that’s what it’s all about.
We’ve got to spread it all around.
(chorus)
Co’mon rock, rock, rock.
Co’mon never stop.
Co’mon rock, rock, rock.
Co’mon never stop.
It’s catching on so fast, we’ve got to make it last
But we can’t ever low the key.
That opens all the doors and keeps us wanting more.
It’s all up to you and me.
So, let’s give it all we’ve got until we reach the top.
Together we can make a stand.
We’re here to rock for you and rock is what we’ll do.
Co’mon and help us rock the land.
You Won’t Be Lonely
Won’t you open up your heart and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I know you may may wonder why I’ve come to hold you tight.
I don’t want you to cry tonight.
I will take you in my arms and sing your favorite song.
As I tell you of your charms all night long.
You’ve been hurt over again, with all my love I say I am
Holding out my hand.
(chorus)
You won’t be lonely anymore.
You won’t be lonely anymore.
For so long you’ve been in rain, but now you’re warm and dry.
You’ve been through all the pain and now it’s blue skies.
You’ll be happy and secure as long as you are mine and as
Long as I am yours.
(chorus)
Won’t you open up your hear and let me come inside.
Please let the loving start to climb.
I will take you in my arms and I will hold you tight.
You won’t be lonely tonight.
Loving You
I was so confused, not knowing what to do with myself.
I was being used, blinded I was headed for hell.
Then God saved me, pulled me from the heat.
It’s always on my mind.
What a blessing that was sent to me.
Together we will shine and…
(chorus)
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
I’m loving you.
Anger in my heart, life was such a drag for me.
Then I made a start to serve the living God, now I’m free.
You’re my whole life, you’re my lasting dream.
It’s always on my mind.
What a blessing that was sent to me.
Together we will shine and…
(chorus)