Duterde first gained prominence in his home country with the Soul Wash EP (2009), which featured six covers of songs by Gnarls Barkley, Spice Girls, Katy Perry and, most notably, The White Stripes (Seven Nation Army).
Ben's first full-length album, entitled simply Ben L'Oncle Soul was released in the summer of 2010 and was put out internationally on the Motown label.
Lord We Know
Ben l'Oncle Soul Lyrics
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Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
There's an honesty in your love
And truth in your words
Don't live vicariously through my life
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Lord I need you now, more and more
In this cold, cold world
And you never fail to open a window
After closing doors, yeah
No matter how far I fall
Say you'll never forsake me
And nothing int his world is greater
Than your mercy
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
(Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know)
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, Lord
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, Lord
In Ben l'Oncle Soul's song Lord We Know, the lyrics speak about the relationship between the singer and God. The repeated phrase "Lord we know" is a call and response to God, acknowledging His presence and His power. The singer recognizes the "honesty in [God's] love" and the "truth in [His] words," emphasizing the sincerity and genuineness of God's character. The singer also acknowledges their own shortcomings, admitting that they "always fall short" and that they need God more and more in this "cold, cold world." However, the singer finds comfort in the fact that God never leaves them behind, but instead "never fail[s] to open a window after closing doors." The lyrics convey a sense of humility, gratitude, and trust in God's unfailing love.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah
Expressing enthusiasm or agreement in anticipation of what's to follow
Lord we know, oh, Lord we know
Acknowledging and recognizing the power and truth of God
There's an honesty in your love
God's love is pure and sincere, without deceit or ulterior motives
And truth in your words
God's words are honest and truthful, without deception or falsehood
Don't live vicariously through my life
Asking God not to judge or punish based on someone else's actions or decisions
Seems like I always fall short
Recognizing personal shortcomings and imperfections
Lord I need you now, more and more
Asking for God's guidance and support in difficult times
In this cold, cold world
Referring to the difficulties and struggles of life on earth
And you never fail to open a window
Believing that God provides opportunities and solutions even in the midst of hardship
After closing doors, yeah
Acknowledging that difficulties and hardships can be blessings in disguise
No matter how far I fall
Recognizing that mistakes and failures are inevitable
Say you'll never forsake me
Believing that God will always be present and supportive, even in difficult times
And nothing in this world is greater
Affirming that nothing on earth can compare to the greatness and mercy of God
Than your mercy
Recognizing the immense value of God's mercy and forgiveness
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, Lord
Expressing a willingness and eagerness to live in accordance with God's will
Lyrics © SOC ENCHANTE, THE URBAN ERA
Written by: Akua Naru, Austin Bohlman, Benjamin Duterde, Ian McDonald, Myles O'Mahony
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Denise Christina
Lord We Know
Oh... Yeah
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
There's an honesty in your love
And truth in your words
Don't live vicariously through my life
Seems like I always fall short
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord I need you now, more and more
In this cold, cold world
And you never fail to open a window
After closing doors, yeah
No matter how far I fall
Say you'll never forsake me
And nothing int his world is greater
Than your mercy
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Choeur
(Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know)
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, lord
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, lord
Denise Christina
Lord We Know
Oh... Yeah
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
There's an honesty in your love
And truth in your words
Don't live vicariously through my life
Seems like I always fall short
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord I need you now, more and more
In this cold, cold world
And you never fail to open a window
After closing doors, yeah
No matter how far I fall
Say you'll never forsake me
And nothing int his world is greater
Than your mercy
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Choeur
(Lord we know, oh, lord we know
Lord we know, oh, lord we know)
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, lord
And I'm ready, ready, ready to serve you, lord
Loukas Teknon
Oh yes Lord! We KNOW, and we THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your Mercy!!!
Suberbe, oncle Ben. En plein dans le mille !
Emily Vaughan
Love this...never gets old!
Dee B
Just found you Ben and i love your voice , your face , your smile. Dont ever lose that beautiful smile. Listening and watching you makes me feel better.
Yolandie L
Lord we know.Thank you for your mercy,we thank you,I appreciate good artists like him may God almighty bless him and his career. Thank you father
Lonzo Jackson
His voice is too smooth
Robert Smith
Oooooooooweeee, this dude is breath of fresh air
Bloody Hole
Lord,we know that ben is the true soul uncle.
Mary Lynch
Lord we know I’m so lonely and please pray for me….I miss my husband so much❤️🙏😢
Maria Da Silva
Amen 🙏