Somebody Said A Prayer
Billy Ray Cyrus Lyrics


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Just a single mom raisin' up the kids

Little Tommy's seven now and her daughter Justine just turned ten

Pinchin every cent laughin' and lovin' and content

You would never think a couple years ago she almost let her job, her kids, her mind,
Her life go up in smoke right there on the edge right before the fall

Somebody said a prayer
Somebody had some faith
Somebody finally hit their knees and asked for help for heavens sake
Somebody finally found someone who really cares
Somebody said a prayer

He was seventeen and his heart was broke.
The middle of the night, a bottle full of pills, and a goodbye note
Sittin' on his bed, but then he bowed his head.
Now I see him every week and every now and then he talks about that night.
And the peace that came over him talk about a sign.
Can I get an amen well there were tears on his face he said look what happened lord

Somebody said a prayer
Somebody had some faith
Somebody finally hit their knees and asked for help for heavens sake
Somebody finally found someone who really cares
Somebody said a prayer

Somebody said a prayer
Somebody had some faith
Somebody finally hit their knees and asked for help for heavens sake
Somebody finally found someone who really cares
Somebody said a prayer

Can I get an amen oh
Can I get an amen oh
Somebody somebody said a prayer




Somebody said a prayer
Somebody somebody said a prayer

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Billy Ray Cyrus's song Somebody Said A Prayer tell the stories of two individuals who had reached the brink of despair but were able to turn their lives around through the power of prayers. The first verse describes a single mother who had contemplated suicide before finally asking for help. The second verse is about a young man who almost took his own life but found peace after praying.


The song emphasizes the importance of faith and the belief that there is always hope even in the darkest of times. Moreover, it promotes the idea that prayer can bring about positive changes in people's lives, both for the person saying the prayer and for those around them.


Overall, the lyrics speak to the human need for support, comfort, and love during difficult times. They remind us that no matter how bad things may seem, someone cares and someone is always willing to listen and provide help.


Line by Line Meaning

Just a single mom raisin' up the kids
A woman who is raising her children alone.


Little Tommy's seven now and her daughter Justine just turned ten
Her children are growing up and getting older.


Pinchin every cent laughin' and lovin' and content
She is happy and satisfied with her life despite being financially strained.


You would never think a couple years ago she almost let her job, her kids, her mind, Her life go up in smoke right there on the edge right before the fall
She was going through a tough time and almost lost everything she had, but managed to bounce back.


Somebody said a prayer Somebody had some faith Somebody finally hit their knees and asked for help for heavens sake Somebody finally found someone who really cares Somebody said a prayer
Someone prayed for her and helped her get back on her feet.


He was seventeen and his heart was broke.
A young man who was heartbroken.


The middle of the night, a bottle full of pills, and a goodbye note Sittin' on his bed, but then he bowed his head.
He attempted suicide but then prayed.


Now I see him every week and every now and then he talks about that night. And the peace that came over him talk about a sign. Can I get an amen well there were tears on his face he said look what happened lord
He recovered and is grateful for his second chance at life.


Can I get an amen oh Can I get an amen oh Somebody somebody said a prayer Somebody said a prayer Somebody somebody said a prayer
The song emphasizes the power and importance of prayer.




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Written by: CRAIG MICHAEL WISEMAN, NEIL THRASHER

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Comments from YouTube:

Simone Devlin

Never doubt the power of prayer. After falling from a 12 foot ladder onto the pavement my beloved father lapsed into a 3 month coma.I prayed by his bedside every day in ICU and the Lord brought him back to life. He told me months later that he had heard my prayers, the prose and poetry I lovingly read to him.In fact, the whole extended family kept a vigil of prayer when the doctors and staff lost hope.This song is multidimensional and healing in nature.Thank you Billy Ray Cyrus for singing this spiritual, lyrical gift of song. Blessings.

Tracy Bowyer

So moving so true a prayer is a wish of love sent out into the universe 💞

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Emily Thompson

I love this song & video! It's so beautiful! Billy Ray is so AMAZING!

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Nancy Boydston-Wakas

Those who don't believe in the power of prayer haven't tried it. This brought tears to my eyes. Powerful words.

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