He has also worked in collaboration with instrumental performers including pianist Chick Corea and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. This collaboration has established him as an ambassador of both the classical and jazz worlds. His recordings have sold over 20 million copies.
In addition to his vocal performing career, Mr. McFerrin was appointed in 1994 as creative chair of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
He is the subject of a persistent yet wholly unfounded rumour that he has committed suicide. The rumor was so strong that the official Bobby McFerrin FAQ addressed the question.
Mr. McFerrin and his oft-maligned hit "Don't Worry, Be Happy" were parodied on "The Simpsons" as "I'm Worried - Need Money".
Joshua
Bobby McFerrin Lyrics
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Oh fix me, oh fix me, oh fix me
Fix me Jesus, fix me
Fix me for my home on high
Fix me Jesus, fix me
Fix me for the by and by
Fix me Jesus, fix me
Fix me for my starry crown
Fix me for a higher ground
Fix me Jesus, fix me
Oh fix me, oh fix me, oh fix me
Fix me Jesus, fix me
Fix me Jesus, fix me
(Fix me Jesus)
Oh fix me
"Joshua" is a soulful and spiritual song by Bobby McFerrin. The song talks about surrendering yourself to Jesus and asking him to fix you. The opening verse of the song, "Fix me Jesus, fix me," is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's need for spiritual healing. The song expresses the longing for a better life in the afterworld, seeking redemption and striving for purification.
The singer asks Jesus to fix him for his "home on high," referring to the belief in an afterlife where the soul would reside after death. He also asks Jesus to fix him for the "starry crown," an allusion to the biblical phrase "crown of life" that represents the reward for faithful obedience. The lyrics "Fix me for a higher ground" also shows the hope for an ultimate ascension to heaven.
In conclusion, "Joshua" is a powerful and emotional gospel song that expresses a deep inspiration for the redemption and salvation that Jesus offers. The repeated phrase "fix me" shows the need for spiritual healing and indicates the longing for a better life in the afterworld.
Line by Line Meaning
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
I am pleading with you earnestly to mend my brokenness
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
So that I may be ready for my eternal home in heaven
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
So that I will be prepared for the afterlife
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
So that I may receive the rewards of a good life when I die
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
So that I may live above the world's ways and standards
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
I am begging for your divine assistance
Please help me, Jesus, heal me from my troubles
Please be the one to fix me and make me whole again
Oh please fix me, generous Jesus!
Writer(s): Robert Mcferrin Jr, Gil Bruce Goldstein
Contributed by Annabelle L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CzarMuzyki
Bobby McFerrin /u mnie :) / -->> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7Ya_z08dGHkcD_cPy9mhFVOT0KIbzK6p
@jayrurup395
Another good song by Bobby McFerrin his music has always been a reminder of the good times from when I was a kid glad to see he is still around and is making music.
@ozchick1907
Lovely! I could listen to that last sentence all day long! 👏🏻😝
@marcussmith3934
Happy 72nd Birthday Bobby McFerrin!(Born March 11, 1950)😃🥳🎂🎉🎊🎈🎁🍾🥂👍🏿👏🏿🙌🏿
@christopheroagor3236
What kind wonderful eyes
@afrykanerPL
amazing :D
@dangitdannewpsky316
Nice!
@user-qv6vl6jj4q
👍
@amoamocyan
nice
@alessandrococito8914
Viva Blur!