Oh Happy Day
Aretha Franklin & Mavis Staples Lyrics
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It was it was
It was so nice
My happy day
my lord
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
When Jesus washed
Oh when He washed
Oh when Jesus washed
When Jesus washed
He Washed my sins away
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
When Jesus washed
Oh when He washed
When Jesus washed
Oh this is who washed me
He washed my sins away
Oh happy day
Oh, oh, oh, oh, happy day
Oh happy day
He taught me how (well he taught me how)
To watch (to watch in fact to get on my knees)
Watch and pray (and pray)
My lord, good God, shout him out, my lord, yes it is, yeah
oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Glad to be born
To enjoy (this day) (she never regret)
My lord, good God, hold up, my lord, oh yeah yeah yeah
Talking about, I wanna sing it with you
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
When jesus washed
When jesus washed
When jesus washed
When jesus washed
Oh when he washed
He washed my sins away
Oh happy day
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, happy day
Oh Happy Day
He taught me how (oh he taught me how)
To watch (to watch no different)
Watch and pray (and pray)
My lord, good God, Oh yeah, my lord, huh uh, yeah
I won't turn around and tell him what i'm thinking but you
oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, (my Lord)
Oh yeah
Get your hearts in every way
Everyday
My lord, good God, hell yeah, my lord, yeah yeah
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh happy day
When Jesus washed
When he wa ya ya ya ya ya ya yashed
Well, well, well
Let's go back to the garden of Gethsemane (Let's go back, Let's go back)
Where the Lord said this is not my will but I'll be done
He rolled into to the region on that day (oh yeah)
and the crowd cried out (oh yeah)
And they waved their palms (oh yes they did)
He cried all day
Oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh Zebedee
Oh Zebedee
Oh yes he did
And you let him fall of the hill that day, (my Lord)
And they named him to fall (yes they did)
Oh happy day
Rejoice (Oh happy day)
Rejoice Rejoice
First stone rolled away
Yes it rolled (oh yeah)
Yes He does
He washed my sins away
Oh happy day
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh, oh, oh happy day
Oh happy day
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh it was
What a Happy day
The lyrics of Aretha Franklin's "Oh Happy Day" are centered around the theme of redemption and deliverance. The song expresses the joyous feeling of being forgiven and free from sin, a feeling that is likened to a happy day. The song is a gospel hymn that encourages believers to rejoice in the salvation that Jesus brings. The chorus, "Oh happy day, when Jesus washed my sins away," is a celebration of the cleansing power of Jesus' blood.
The first verse emphasizes the joy of experiencing a happy day. The repetition of the phrase "Oh happy day" conveys the exuberant feeling that comes with being free from sin. The second verse describes the transformative power of Jesus' cleansing, which has the ability to wash away all sins. The third verse recognizes that through Jesus, believers can learn to watch and pray, strengthening their faith and trust in God. The fourth verse rejoices in the victory over death that Jesus accomplished through His resurrection, affirming that He washed away all sins and granted eternal life to believers.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, well, well, well
Oh, the joy and excitement in my heart is so overwhelming
It was it was
It was truly an amazing, unforgettable moment
It was so nice
The feeling was just so pleasant and wonderful
My happy day
This is the day that I will never forget, the day that brings so much happiness and joy to me
my lord
I give all glory and honor to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, happy day
This is a day of great joy, happiness and celebration
When Jesus washed
When Jesus cleansed me from my sins
He Washed my sins away
He has removed all my guilt and shame and made me clean
He taught me how (well he taught me how)
He has taught me how to live a life pleasing to Him
To watch (to watch in fact to get on my knees)
To be alert and vigilant in prayer, to humble myself before Him
Watch and pray (and pray)
To be watchful and prayerful always
My lord, good God, shout him out, my lord, yes it is, yeah
I proclaim and exalt the name of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Glad to be born
I am grateful for the gift of life and the opportunity to experience God's love and mercy
To enjoy (this day) (she never regret)
To savor every moment of this day, without any regret
Talking about, I wanna sing it with you
I want to share my joy and happiness with others and sing praises together
When jesus washed
The moment when Jesus washed away all my sins
He taught me how (oh he taught me how)
He has taught me how to live a life of righteousness and holiness
To watch (to watch no different)
To be watchful and vigilant in all things, without any compromise
Watch and pray (and pray)
To be watchful and prayerful always
My lord, good God, Oh yeah, my lord, huh uh, yeah
I acknowledge and honor the greatness of my Lord and God
I won't turn around and tell him what i'm thinking but you
I won't pretend or hide my true feelings from Him
Rejoice (Oh happy day)
To celebrate and give thanks for this happy day
First stone rolled away
The beginning of a new life, free from the burden of sin and guilt
Yes it rolled (oh yeah)
The stone that blocked my way has been moved away by God's grace
What a Happy day
Indeed, what a wonderful and happy day it is!
Lyrics Β© RAOUL BRETON EDITIONS, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Edwin Hawkins
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@MzSherice202
As much as I love the Queen of Soul, my favorite female vocalist of all time is THE Mavis Staples! Her voice, like Prince said, βIs the essence of SOUL!β Yes, Lord! #β₯οΈMeSomeMsMavis Still listening in 2020!
@JudgeJulieLit
I second that emotion: as in her epic Staples (?) Stadium CA sing, in early 1970s, of "Respect Yourself." Rev. Jesse Jackson was there, I believe on stage.
@dudusantos5068
Aretha franklin: A Maior Cantora Gospel que vc respeita ....lendΓ‘ria!!!
@peggywilson98
this was real church!Listen at how both voices blend in the spirit.
@mspamela7764
So beautifully blended.β€
@gwenmolfetas8908
Amen!! Sing it to Him!!!
@susannabonke8552
So warm they hardly breathe but it doesn't stop from praise. A sacrifice that pleases the Lord!
@suemclaughlin8453
Happy birthday Aretha I've enjoyed your music for generations. Thank you for blessings me with your wonderful and inspirational music. May God continue to bless you for giving us our years of happiness
@ML-ef4mb
Such an inspiration to us all. Rejoice everyday.
@Soulmusicaretha
The queen of gospel