Bishop G. E. Patterson brought to the office of Presiding Bishop (2000-2007… Read Full Bio ↴Bishop G. E. Patterson brought to the office of Presiding Bishop (2000-2007)a wealth of experience as a telecommunications minister. He was well known as an evangelist and preacher par excellence. Weekly, his local church telecast was viewed by million of individuals around the world. The reach and scope of his ministry is unparalleled in the Church of God in Christ. He is without the first Presiding Bishop who became a household name in American church population, if not around the world.

Bishop G. E. Patterson brought indispenible evidence of our need to provide extended ministries. In his prerogative as leader, he re-enforced our position in charitable giving and socail ministries with the creation of COGIC Charities. He engineered new efforts in the realm of philanthropy and evangelism. He could be heard saying,"How can I preach when the vicissitudes of life are destorying the people?" When hurricanes Rita and Katrina ravaged the nation, the plea of the Presiding Bishop was appreciated. It was exraordinary that faith preaching and practical realities of the Gospel prepared the Church of God in Christ to help alleviate the pain and suffering of countness people during the aftermath of the storms.

The Old Time Way
Bishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics

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Just take those old records off the shelf
I'll sit and listen to 'em by m'self
Today's music ain't got the same soul
I like that old time rock and roll

Don't try to take me to a Disco
You'll never even get me out on the floor
In 10 minutes I'll be late for the door

I like that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll
The kinda music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock and roll

Won't go to hear 'em play a Tango
I'd rather hear some blues or funky old soul
There's only one sure way to get me to go
Start playin' old time rock and roll

Call me a relic call me what'cha will
Say I'm old fashioned say I'm over the hill
Today's music ain't got the same soul
I like that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll
The kinda music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll
The kinda music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll
The kinda music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll
The kinda music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock and roll

Still like that old time rock and roll

Overall Meaning

Bishop G.E. Patterson's song "The Old Time Way" is a tribute to the nostalgia of classic rock 'n' roll music. In the lyrics, Patterson expresses his preference for the soulful and soothing sounds of old-time rock tunes over modern-day music, which he feels lacks the same soul. He reminisces about the good old days and recalls the memories of dancing to classic rock songs. He says that he'd rather hear blues or funky old soul rather than today's tango or disco.

The song sheds light on the sentimental value of music and how it connects people with their past memories. The lyrics mirror the emotions of many people who long for the days when music was more about the melody, rhythm, and lyrics rather than the commercial aspects. This song taps into the desire to transport people back to a simpler and happier time. Its chorus "Still like that old time rock and roll, the kind of music just soothes the soul" is an homage to the power of music, and its ability to provide necessary relief to the mind and the soul.

The Old Time WayBishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics

The Old Time Way
Bishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics