(biography paraphrased from Bio listed on http://www.cajointernational.com)
Preacher Man
Canton Jones Lyrics
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Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
I'm like Mr. Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to praise and worship with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us I want God to save don't want the streets to kill us
Im like Mr Preacher man please don't be alarmed
We just come to pray we don't mean no harm
We live up the block and I know you seen us
Running from the cops all this senseless killing
We want it to stop
We want you to know Sir
If you dont let us sin we have no place to go Sir
Mr. Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to PRAISE AND WORSHIP with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save just don't want the streets to kill us
I'm like Mr Preacher man I don't want no trouble worship came to praise and worship with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
I'm like I'm the Preacher man
Bible in my hand
I'm so glad that you all came to church today my friend
And yes you all are welcome
As we seek his face
Here we like the organ
I know you like Bass
It's ok we love the same God
We may dress a little different
But love the same God
And our issues May be different but love the same God
We want you to know Sir that we well love you not judge you and want you to grow Sir
Mr Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to praise and worship with my brothers.
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
I'm like Mr. Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to praise and worship with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
(oh na na na)
Now watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me Worship
(oh na na na)
Now watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me
Watch me worship
(oh na na na)
Now watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me worship
(oh na na na)
Mr. Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to praise and worship with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
I'm like Mr Preacher man I don't want no trouble
I just came to praise and worship with my brothers
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
(oh na na na)
I don't want no trouble
I just come to worship
I just come to worship
I just come to worship
Now watch me(do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me (do it)
Watch me worship
(oh na na na)
The lyrics to Canton Jones's song "Preacher Man" is a message of hope and a call to God for help in a world where violence and chaos seem to reign supreme. The singer of the song, who is seeking solace and peace in the midst of all the madness around him, addresses the preacher man as a figure of authority and guidance in the hope that he will provide the spiritual support needed to overcome these highly challenging times.
The singer acknowledges his imperfection and the fact that he is not immune to the allure of wrongdoing but seeks refuge in the church to avoid the perils of the streets. He reaffirms his faith in God and hopes that his prayers will be answered, and the streets that threaten to kill him would be no more. The song's message is simple yet powerful, acknowledging the communal nature of worship and the need for all to gather and seek solace in the Almighty.
Overall, Canton Jones's "Preacher Man" is a compelling call to seek God in the midst of trouble, where the streets threaten to consume the innocent. It captures the essence of the struggles and fears of those seeking a way out, and the role of the preacher man as a guide in such situations.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Preacher man I don't want no trouble I just came to praise and worship with my brothers
The singer is informing the preacher that he and his brothers have come to church to worship peaceably and without causing any trouble.
Praying to the Lord and hoping he forgive us
The singer is talking about repenting and hoping for forgiveness from God.
I want God to save us don't want the streets to kill us
The singer is expressing a desire to avoid violence and asking God to keep them safe from harm outside of the church.
Im like Mr Preacher man please don't be alarmed We just come to pray we don't mean no harm
The artist is seeking to ease any fears or concerns the preacher may have and stating that they only wish to pray, not cause any trouble.
We want it to stop We want you to know Sir If you dont let us sin we have no place to go Sir
The artist is saying that they want an end to the violence and that they rely on the church as a safe haven to avoid sinning and being forced back onto the streets.
I'm like I'm the Preacher man Bible in my hand
The singer is indicating that now they are in control of the situation, with the preacher role reversed, and holding a Bible.
And yes you all are welcome As we seek his face Here we like the organ I know you like Bass
The singer is welcoming the visitors and explaining that the church community enjoys both traditional and contemporary forms of worship music.
It's ok we love the same God We may dress a little different But love the same God
The artist is emphasizing that despite personal differences, the churchgoers all share a common love for God.
And our issues May be different but love the same God
The artist is acknowledging that even though everyone has different personal problems, they still all share a love for God.
We want you to know Sir that we well love you not judge you and want you to grow Sir
The artist is making it clear that the churchgoers do not judge others, but instead, wish to love and help them grow.
Now watch me Watch me Watch me Watch me Watch me Watch me Watch me Worship (oh na na na)
The singer is signaling the start of worship and encouraging everyone to watch and join in.
I don't want no trouble I just come to worship
The artist is reiterating that they are only there to worship peacefully without causing trouble.
Now watch me(do it) Watch me (do it) Watch me (do it) Watch me (do it) Watch me (do it) Watch me (do it) Watch me worship (oh na na na)
The singer is repeating the request for everyone to watch and participate in worship by showcasing movement during the worship.
Contributed by Maya R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mateusz Staniec
I'm the Preacher man
Bible in my hand
I'm so glad that you all came to church today my friend! πππ
olevra treadway
This song is anointed yes I feel the spirit of Abba move in on you gentlemen powerful blessings to you my beloveds β€ππ½ββοΈππ₯πΌπ―π
Charisha Hubert
Yes!!! Lord!! God is Amazing!!! God keep Blessings us !!!!! πππππ‘οΈππ‘οΈππYes! Canton give him praise!! Hallelujah ππWatch us worship!!!ππππ‘οΈπ³π₯³π₯³π
tonparks100
I love it Mr. Preacher Man I just came to worship πππ½πβ€
Psalm92 podcast
Canton is the truth!!!!! I love his reality type music πΆ
Tiffany Ocean
This is Dope ! " Mr preacher man I don't want to trouble, I just came to praise and worship with my brothers " π₯π₯π§π΅πΆ
JUS CHRISS CHRISS
2020 Iβm still listening I love this song... β€οΈππ₯°π the only song that can keep you focus through this crazy year..
Ms. Cindy
One plant, another waters but God gives the increase...Amen Peace and blessings
ISaidiCould
Love THIS SONG! MY BABY IS 18 IN SERVICE EVERY SUNDAY PRAISING GOD! TATTOOS AND ALL! HE LOVE GOD! NOT SAYING HE'S A SAINT BY I KNOW HE KNOWS AND LOVES GOD! WE'RE BLESSED TO BE MEMBERS OF NEW BIRTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES IN COLUMBUS OH. UNDER LEADERSHIP OF BISHOP KENNY MORE. WHERE HE MAKES EVERY ONE FEEL WELCOME! MY BABIES HAVE THEME SONG #REALCHRISTIANSPASS NOJUDGMENT
Chandra Jones
I have been sleeping on CANTON JONES! Rewind this song less the 5 seconds! Wow, Blessings on him and this world. Keep giving God the Praise!