Aaron Neville (born January 24, 1941, New Orleans, Louisiana) is an America… Read Full Bio ↴Aaron Neville (born January 24, 1941, New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American soul and R&B singer and musician. He made his debut in 1966 with the hit single Tell It Like It Is, a Number One hit on the Billboard R&B charts. From 1977 he performed as part of The Neville Brothers with his siblings, Art Neville, Charles Neville, Cyril Neville & Ivan Neville.

Neville charted again, in 1989, when he collaborated with Linda Ronstadt on three consecutive duets: Don't Know Much, All My Life, and When Something Is Wrong with My Baby, the first two reached Number One on the Adult Contemporary charts. Neville has released more than 20 singles, including three Number Ones on the Adult Contemporary format, and a fourth on the R&B format.

His other hits have included Everybody Plays the Fool, his successful 1991 cover of the 1972 Main Ingredient song, that reached #8 on the Hot 100; Don't Take Away My Heaven, Hercules and Can't Stop My Heart From Loving You (The Rain Song). Neville's biggest solo successes have been on the Adult Contemporary chart, where "Don't Know Much," "All My Life," and "Everybody Plays the Fool" all reached Number One.

Aaron signed to SonyBMG's new Burgundy Records label in late 2005 and recorded an album of songs by Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke and others for Bring It On Home...The Soul Classics, released on September 19, 2006. The album, produced by Stewart Levine, features collaborations between Neville and Chaka Khan, Mavis Staples, Chris Botti, David Sanborn, Art Neville, and others. The album's first single was a remake of The Impressions' 1963 classic It's All Right.

On October 27, 2006, Neville made a guest appearance on an episode of the soap opera The Young and the Restless. He sang Stand By Me" and Ain't No Sunshine, from his album, Bring It on Home … The Soul Classics. In 2008 he released Gold, which includes a double album of his hits.

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What Would Jesus Do
Aaron Neville Lyrics

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Some people just want to survive
And I don't know about you
But I am alive
Lately it seems that I need a hand
In a fallen world, I just want to stand
What would Jesus do walkin' in my shoes
Workin' at my job and goin' to my school?
And I hear people say, "Jesus is the way"

I believe and that is way I'm asking you

What would Jesus do?
And as we all know
Life can be tough
And all that we need is love sweet love
So where do we go? Well here's what I see
To change my world
I gotta change me

Sometimes choices don't seem black and white
And they can leave you black and blue
What would Jesus do He'd give His life for you
If you follow Him you'll give your life to them

Shine on shine on follow with Jesus
Shine on shine on follow with Jesus

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Aaron Neville's song "What Would Jesus Do" explore the universal question of how to navigate life's difficulties while staying true to one's values and beliefs. The song starts by acknowledging that some people may only be focused on survival while the singer values more than just existing; he wants to truly live. He admits that he needs help in a world that often seems to have fallen and the central question of the song asks, "What would Jesus do?" The singer wants to know what Jesus would do in his shoes, in his job, and at his school.

The second verse emphasizes the importance of love in life and the need for change. The singer recognizes that love is essential and that people need to take responsibility for themselves and change themselves in order to change the world. The third verse acknowledges that life's choices can be difficult and often painful, but that following Jesus means sacrificing oneself for others.

Overall, the song is a call for individuals to reflect on what it means to be a follower of Jesus and how to apply his teachings to everyday life. It's a reminder that making ethical choices and acting with compassion and love towards others can make a difference in the world.

Line by Line Meaning

Some people just want to survive
There are individuals who only aim to make it through each day.

And I don't know about you
I am uncertain if you feel the same way.

But I am alive
I am grateful to be breathing and existing.

Lately it seems that I need a hand
Recently, I have been feeling like I require assistance.

In a fallen world, I just want to stand
In this world full of flaws, I desire to persevere.

What would Jesus do walkin' in my shoes
I wonder how Jesus would act if He were in my position.

Workin' at my job and goin' to my school?
How would He handle my tasks and responsibilities?

And I hear people say, "Jesus is the way"
Many individuals express that Jesus is the solution.

I believe and that is way I'm asking you
Since I share the same belief, I would like to inquire of you.

What would Jesus do?
What actions and decisions would Jesus make?

And as we all know
It is common knowledge that.

Life can be tough
This existence can be difficult.

And all that we need is love sweet love
Love, sweet love, is our fundamental requirement.

So where do we go? Well here's what I see
What is the solution? Here is what I perceive.

To change my world
To transform my surroundings.

I gotta change me
I must first alter myself.

Sometimes choices don't seem black and white
Occasionally, options are not straightforward.

And they can leave you black and blue
And they can inflict emotional and physical harm.

What would Jesus do He'd give His life for you
What would Jesus do? He would sacrifice His life for you.

If you follow Him you'll give your life to them
Following Jesus requires giving up one's life for others.

Shine on shine on follow with Jesus
Continue to shine brightly and pursue Jesus's path.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AARON JOSEPH NEVILLE, BROCK PATRICK WALSH, STEVE LINDSEY

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