To speak those things, is to literally speak life into situations that bring about death and decrease. “By speaking life into your problems,” said Hammond, “You allow God to hear you and God will show you the solutions. That is the attitude of this album.”
Hammond’s, “SPEAK THOSE THINGS: POL Chapter 3” addresses who God is and what He can do in our lives. It is no departure from the now “duplicated” ‘Hammond signature’ of urban praise and worship, but the approach of the album is focused on the worshipper calling on the Lord, praising Him, knowing Him and desiring to be closer to Him. It is 15-tracks of high-impact praise & Gospel music that is aimed at changing lives and bringing about solutions.
In the aftermath of last September, Hammond recalls seeking God and seeing Him work in all situations. “In the midst of misery and hopelessness, we have to see where God is and trusting that His hand is in everything around us.” Pointedly conveying this message; and in only a way that Hammond can, is the compelling song “Show Yourself Strong.”
Directly inspired by what he saw happening around him, “America rallied together and everywhere people began to pray. This song is calling out to God … ‘Oh, Lord we’re calling you, show yourself strong’,” said Hammond. “People everywhere began to pray and there was a time and need for prayer … I was just thinking, we need you now God, if we’ve ever needed you before we need you now.”
Song after song the album serves as a reminder to turn to God no matter what the situation. “Praise Him Through The Night,” a direct message to praise God even in the middle of adversity. “My focus is on praise & worship in the middle of the fight,” said Hammond. “Even in the toughest of times, God is always around somewhere, and I will continue to praise to Him.” Lyrically, it is a beautiful ballad that brings about a sense of peace that supports the message that it is through praise and worship, that we rebuild our strength.
In distinctive Fred Hammond fashion, the album kicks off in high gear with 2 slammin’ praise & worship cuts. Like a 1-2 punch, “You Are My Daily Bread,” and “Lord of the Harvest,” contains that signature feel and sound that has positioned Hammond as one of Gospel music’s most successful hit makers. Dynamic, powerful and vibrant, the songs defy any listener to stay in their seats.
The feelings of encouragement and healing are palpable throughout this CD, from the collaborative “Song of Strength,” featuring the F.Hammond Music family (Joann Rosario, The Singletons and Shea Norman); to the smooth sounding “I Will Say,” which verbalize the albums’ entire theme.
Once again, teaming up with writer Kim Rutherford, Hammond hopes to capture the successful chemistry they shared on the enormously popular “Pages of Life: Chapters I & II.” The album’s title pays homage to their writing partnership, “POL stands for Pages of Life,” explains Hammond, “and I felt the same synergy with Kim, on this album as I did then … I also knew she would be very instrumental in helping to capture the essence of this project.” Hammond & Rutherford joined forces on such key cuts as “That Ain’t Nothin,” and “Show Me Your Face.” The latter, “Show Me Your Face,” is an R&B flava’d emotion-filled ballad that seeks a closer and unequivocal relationship with God.
The album includes a blazing collaboration with super-hot producer Warryn “Baby Dubb” Campbell. “Great,” featuring Mary Mary, declares God’s greatness. “As soon as I heard the track I wrote the song … I immediately felt it … I had to talk about all the great things God has done for us … there is no problem too great because God is greater,” said Hammond. “Plus Warryn is a phenomenal talent and we’d been trying to get together for a while. This was the perfect opportunity for all of us to come together… their contribution definitely brings a new and exciting element to the project.”
Other jams on the album are “My, My, My God Is Good,” where Hammond brings a funky track, wrapped around a little hip-hop flava. “It is a straightforward praise of God’s goodness,” said Hammond. And “That Ain’t Nothing” which completes the album, as it began … on a high, upbeat and joyous note.
Complementing the upbeat praise selections is a number of worship ballads that address the boundlessness and wonder of who God is. “You Are My Life,” and “He Is Not Just A Man,” both proclaim the wonder of His vastness and that He is truly everything.
Already a Platinum selling artist, Hammond has toured around the world and blessed thousands, his reach continues to grow as he progressively moves into a number of different arenas. Not only is he CEO of his own record label, F. Hammond Music, he has broadened his community outreach. Having been blessed with a number of motorcycles, Hammond and his crew literally use them as vehicles of street ministry. Hitting the roads in an effort to reach out to different people, they have formed their own evangelizing ‘mini-motorcycle club.’ “People tend to believe that recreational outlets like these are only for the world,” said Hammond. “This [motorcycles] gives us an opportunity to hit the streets and show the world that serving God can still be fun … and allows us to minister to those people who wouldn’t normally go to church.”
Celebrate
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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(I know He lives)
Woah
(I believe He lives)
Woah
(I'm sure He lives)
Woah
(I'm sure He lives)
How ya'll doin' today?
(I know He lives)
The Savior lives
(The Savior lives)
Woah
It's time to celebrate the Savior and His worth
Let's shout because we know, He lives and we are served
His love has set us free our enemies defeated
If it means you would be, come on and lift up your hands
Everybody lift your hands if you know that Jesus is worthy
Open up and give Him praise let's do it in a hurry
If you love Him let's glorify in the song and in the dance
To know the Savior lives come on and lift up your hands
To understand just why we praise, let me tell you how it all went down
The news spread so very fast, people came from miles around
This would be the day Christ would be crucified
He took His last breath, He hung His head and He died
They took my Savior down from off that rugged cross
They laid Him in a tomb it seemed all hope was truly lost
But the third day came along and brought the rhythm of life
The stone was rolled away, an Angel proudly proclaimed
(He lives, He lives)
He lives
Christ is risen
(Christ is risen just like He said)
Our Lord and Savior
(The Lord and Savior is no longer dead)
Rejoice and celebrate He lives He lives Jesus is alive
Everybody lift your hands if you know that Jesus is worthy
Open up and give Him praise let's do it in a hurry
If you love Him let's glorify in the song and in the dance
To know the Savior lives come on and lift up your hands
Everybody lift your hands if you know that Jesus is worthy
Open up and give Him praise let's do it in a hurry
If you love Him let's glorify in the song and in the dance
We know the Savior lives come on and lift up your hands
(He lives, He lives)
He lives, He lives
Christ is risen just like He said
(Christ is risen just like He said)
Our Lord and Savior
(The Lord and Savior is no longer dead)
Rejoice and celebrate He lives He lives Jesus is alive
He lives, He lives
(He lives, He lives)
The Savior is risen just like He said
(Christ is risen just like He said)
Christ the Lord is no longer dead
(The Lord and Savior is no longer dead)
Rejoice and celebrate He lives He lives Jesus is alive
He lives, He lives
(He lives, He lives)
Christ is risen just like He said
(Christ is risen just like He said)
The Lord and Savior is no longer dead
(The Lord and Savior is no longer dead)
Rejoice and celebrate He lives He lives Jesus is alive
The song "Celebrate" by Fred Hammond is an upbeat gospel song that urges listeners to lift their hands and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The opening lines of the song declare the singer's undeniable belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which forms the basis of Christian faith. The song encourages listeners to join in and lift their voices in praise and worship to Jesus Christ as the savior who has defeated their enemies and set them free. The chorus repeats the call to celebrate Jesus Christ, exhorting listeners to lift their hands and give Him praise, glory, and honor.
The second verse of the song narrates the events leading up to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christ was crucified and buried, and it seemed that all hope was lost. Yet on the third day, Christ rose from the dead, and the stone sealing the tomb was rolled away. An angel proclaimed the good news to the world, and the song calls for rejoicing and celebration because Jesus Christ is alive.
Overall, "Celebrate" is a vibrant and joyful song that lifts up the name of Jesus Christ and celebrates his resurrection from the dead. The song reminds listeners of the core tenets of Christian faith and encourages them to express their adoration and gratitude to Jesus Christ in song and dance.
Line by Line Meaning
Woah
Expressing amazement at the reality of Jesus' resurrection
(I know He lives)
Confident in the knowledge that Jesus is alive
(I believe He lives)
Believing wholeheartedly in the resurrection of Jesus
(I'm sure He lives)
Absolutely certain that Jesus is alive
How ya'll doin' today?
Friendly greeting to the audience
(The Savior lives)
Acknowledging the truth that Jesus has risen from the dead
It's time to celebrate the Savior and His worth
Recognizing the significance of Jesus' resurrection and honoring Him
Let's shout because we know, He lives and we are served
Expressing joy and gratitude for the fact that Jesus is alive and has saved us
His love has set us free our enemies defeated
Celebrating the power of God's love, which has delivered us from sin and death
If it means you would be, come on and lift up your hands
Encouraging the audience to express their worship physically
Everybody lift your hands if you know that Jesus is worthy
Calling on the audience to give honor and praise to Jesus
Open up and give Him praise let's do it in a hurry
Urging the audience to worship Jesus fervently and with enthusiasm
If you love Him let's glorify in the song and in the dance
Encouraging the audience to express their love for Jesus through music and dance
To know the Savior lives come on and lift up your hands
Inviting the audience to join in celebrating Jesus' resurrection
To understand just why we praise, let me tell you how it all went down
Explaining the historical context and significance of Jesus' resurrection
The news spread so very fast, people came from miles around
Describing the widespread impact of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection
This would be the day Christ would be crucified
Referencing the day of Jesus' crucifixion
He took His last breath, He hung His head and He died
Depicting the moment of Jesus' death on the cross
They took my Savior down from off that rugged cross
Describing the aftermath of Jesus' death
They laid Him in a tomb it seemed all hope was truly lost
Highlighting the despair felt by Jesus' followers after His death
But the third day came along and brought the rhythm of life
Describing the moment of Jesus' resurrection as a renewal of life
The stone was rolled away, an Angel proudly proclaimed
Depicting the dramatic moment of Jesus' resurrection
Rejoice and celebrate He lives He lives Jesus is alive
Encouraging joyful and celebratory worship in response to Jesus' resurrection
The Savior is risen just like He said
Affirming Jesus' own predictions of His resurrection
Christ the Lord is no longer dead
Declaring the power and significance of Jesus' resurrection
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: DONALD L. LAWRENCE
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