Career
Carly Pearce was born in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. She dropped out of school when she was 16 and moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in order to perform at Dollywood five times a week, in addition to contributing to bluegrass music compilation albums. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee when she was 19. She signed a developmental deal with Sony Music Nashville in 2012, which was ultimately unsuccessful.
In 2016, she was a featured vocalist on Josh Abbott Band's "Wasn't That Drunk", which charted in the top 40 of Country Airplay. Pearce also toured with the band to perform the song, including a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The song's success led to her working with songwriter and producer busbee on her solo debut single "Every Little Thing". After this song received airplay on Sirius XM's "The Highway" channel, Pearce gained a contract with Big Machine Records, which released the single to country radio on February 22. The song also received a music video, which features Pearce performing the song live at Brown Owl Studio. On October 13th, 2017 her first studio album named after the title track "Every Little Thing" was released.
Amen
Carly Pearce Lyrics
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Amen
Amen
Amen, amen
(Amen) everybody say (amen)
Everybody say (amen)
Amen (amen)
(Amen) let the church say (amen)
Let the church say (amen)
Amen, amen
(Amen) let the preacher say (amen)
Let the preacher say (amen)
Amen (amen)
(Amen) if you love Jesus (amen)
If you love Him (amen)
Amen (amen)
Amen (amen), amen (amen)
Amen, amen, amen
(Amen)
See the baby Jesus (amen)
Lying in the miniature
Amen, amen
(Amen) everybody say (amen)
Everybody say (amen)
Amen, amen
Amen, amen, amen
Carly Pearce's song "Amen" is a celebration of faith, with the chorus calling on everyone to say "Amen" in various contexts. The song is rooted in the Christian tradition, with specific references to the church, the preacher, and baby Jesus. The repeated refrain of "Amen" is a common practice in church services, where it is used to affirm a prayer, a statement of belief, or a piece of scripture.
The song opens with the invitation to "everybody say Amen," inviting listeners to join in the call and response aspect of the song. Throughout the song, the call to say "Amen" is directed towards different groups, including the church and the preacher. The lyric "if you love Jesus" is a direct reference to the Christian practice of professing one's faith, and the response of "Amen" affirms that love and devotion.
The closing verse of "Amen" shifts to a specific image within Christian iconography – that of baby Jesus lying in a manger. This reference reinforces the deeply personal nature of faith and reminds listeners of the core message of Christianity – that God's love is made manifest in the form of a human child. By exhorting everyone to say "Amen" together, Carly Pearce underscores the collective nature of faith and the power of communal worship.
Line by Line Meaning
(Amen) everybody say (amen)
Encouraging everyone to acknowledge and praise God by affirming his goodness with an Amen.
Everybody say (amen)
Inviting everyone to repeat after the singer and declare their belief in God by saying Amen.
Amen (amen)
Affirming agreement with the previous statement regarding God's goodness.
(Amen) let the church say (amen)
Asking the congregants in the church to join together in agreement and say Amen to acknowledge their unity and faith in God.
Let the church say (amen)
Encouraging people in the church to verbalize their agreement and shared values by saying Amen.
Amen, amen
Repeating the affirmation of God's goodness and giving thanks to Him.
(Amen) let the preacher say (amen)
Asking the preacher to confirm his adherence to the faith and affirm his agreement with the singer's message by saying Amen.
If you love Jesus (amen)
Reminding the listener that the way to show their love for Jesus is to affirm their faith with an Amen.
Amen (amen), amen (amen)
Repeating again the affirmation of God's goodness and giving thanks to Him for all His blessings.
See the baby Jesus (amen)
Invoking the image of the baby Jesus to remind listeners of the true meaning of Christmas and the reason why they are celebrating.
Lying in the miniature
Describing the scene of baby Jesus in a small manger, surrounded by humble surroundings and emphasizing the modesty of his birth.
Amen, amen
Repeating once again the affirmation of God's goodness and giving thanks to Him.
Everybody say (amen)
Urging everyone listening to voice their agreement and faith by repeating after the singer and saying Amen.
Amen, amen
Repeating once more the affirmation of God's goodness and giving thanks to Him.
Amen, amen, amen
Culminating the song and invoking the holy trinity by repeating the affirmation of God's goodness and expressing gratitude to Him.
Writer(s): Bachiri Isam, Martinez Roger Lenny, Qadri Wagas Ali, Hoffenberg Stefan Michael Geering, Winding Louis
Contributed by Adalyn P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Miyo
But I could see me in a white dress one day
Maybe the love of my life's all of my friends
Amen
Maybe I've been missin' church lately
But I still get on my knees and pray
Maybe it's fine if I'm doing my best
Amen
And I'm sorry to my mama
But I'ma live the way I wanna
So, I know this life is mine in the end
And I give myself permission
To go and make some bad decisions
'Cause I'm only tryna find out who I am
Amen, mmh
Amen
Maybe I'ma buy my own house
Hang the chandelier on my own
Maybe I don't wanna white picket fence
Amen
Maybe I'ma break hearts, being selfish
'Cause I know when I know
I don't need a happy ending
Amen
And I'm sorry to my mama
But I'ma live the way I wanna
So, I know this life is mine in the end
And I'm sorry to my hometown
I just couldn't let my dreams down
If I had to I would do it all again
Amen
Amen
Amen
Hey Gerry, it's mama
From the clock ticking in the hand
Wanna let you know how much we miss you
Can't wait to see you again, love you bye
And I'm sorry to my mama
But I'ma live the way I wanna
So, I know this life is mine in the end
And though I ain't got all the answers
But I'm finding mine for damn sure
And I mean it, so I'm saying it again
Amen
Miranda Ruzinsky
Hey Alana, I just wanted to tell you that this song means so much to me. I am currently going through a phase with my own mom where the way that I want to live my life is hard for her to understand. I play this song at least once a day and feel understood for wanting to continue on the road to finding the authentic me. Thank you for writing and I love your debut album!
Pure Artists
Omg omg omg omg omg. This moment at the concert in Mountain View alone on the piano left us Canadians speechless. We couldn't breathe. The vulnerability of this song was so raw and tears fell like rivers. Thank you for this release. We are all eagerly anticipating all of the goodness to come for you Alana north of the border. ❤🇨🇦
Karissa Spicer
These lyrics hit me hard. Very powerful song. Just love it.
Jane
The lyrics itself is killing... Amen...
Amen to all the wishes and dreams we have. ❤
AverageRow
Amazing song - definitely will be listening to this one a few times. Love the break down, and the guitar sounds so sweet! Fab job 🥰
Justin Gehman
Great song girl , gave me chills .proud of you keep doing you and making amazing music
Anna Pánková
This is one of the best song I've heard this year! I'm 26 y.o. and I couldn't agree more with every word you wrote down. Thank you for this <3
Faateh Hyat
Love your songs, Alana. ❤. Gifted vocals. Brilliant.😊
Pinche Chineaux
I miss the days driving around with nothing on my mind and some incredibly angelic voice drifts on the radio and make me pull over to hear the rest of the song, then spend a minute or two waiting for the disc jockey to reveal the artist’s name. This song, voice would have made me do just that
Anita Yogarajah
I feel like this songs is made for me. Thanks to the lyrics and the amazing voice and then the music. Hats off to your incredible work.