There is a Doctor still available to Minister the word of God through song … Read Full Bio ↴There is a Doctor still available to Minister the word of God through song and his name is Doc McKenzie!! The year, 2013, will mark Forty-eight, yes 48 years that Doc McKenzie has been giving God the glory through song.

From the first note he has allowed God to elevate him higher and higher. And it is evident by not only through the songs that he sings, but the words that he conveys to the people of God on every stage. It is truly What a Wonder the Lord has Done to him, through him and for him. An intricate part of Doc McKenzie’s music ministry down through the years on his musical journey has been the forming of the Hi-Lites.

The Hi-Lites have been through many transitions of background vocalists as well as musicians. But now God has put in place whom he wanted to be in place. Today we have as the Hi-Lites: Darryl Henley, Rodney “Roc” Dickerson, Darryl started at age 11.

Darryl stayed Robert Holland and Dennis Millerfor 18 years before going into the ministry. Darryl later returned in 1999/2000 and has not looked back. Rodney’s presence as point man for background vocals and choreography is one that is in a class by itself. Rodney has the unique distinction of being an all around gifted vocalist. He projects energy that invigorates the crowd. His captivating, and almost always, spontaneous smile will melt the coldest hearts.

The Roc left for a short time and has now returned as a vocalist. Robert started with The Hi-Lites in 2001. He left for a short time to pursue other endeavors. We are happy to have him back in the Hi-Lites family. Dennis is no stranger to the Hi-Lites. He has sung with The Hi-Lites on numerous occasions filling in when needed down through the years. And now after pursuing other musical endeavors, he takes his place as one of The Hi-Lites.

Since their conception, Doc McKenzie and the Hi-Lites have been in the center of the hearts of many that love Gospel Quartet Music. They have proven that they are determined to do Gods’ will where ever he wants them to go. And now, they are proclaiming that it is their time and their turn to get everything that they have earned.

They have stood the test of time, through good days and bad days, they still lift their voices, hearts and souls and profess that we really do serve a Good God. And because he’s been so good to them, they Won’t Complain. Doc McKenzie and the Hi-Lites have obtained many professional accomplishments including several releases, numerous nominations for awards and the opportunity to participate in many special events all across the country, but their greatest reward is knowing that God is and continues to be blessed by what they do.

They still travel extensively offering their best Praise unto God. They are not a group that just sing, but they worship!! And because of their desire to worship, it commands those in their presence to do the same. It is true that if you wait, trust and have faith God will not just give you what you want, but he will give you what you need, when you need it. We bless God for an awesome musical staff: Ray Spann, Mick Alston and Ceddrick Cooper. One of the most talented sound technicians: Bryan McKenzie as well as a faithful ministry assistant: Stephanie F. Smith.

No one ever said that the journey would be easy, but Doc McKenzie and the Hi-Lites wouldn’t trade it all for nothing in the world! For through it all, they can still say, they still have joy. For what didn’t kill them has surely made them stronger. If they are ever in your area make sure that you are there for a worship experience of a lifetime. One thing is for sure that once you hear them, you won't leave there the same. Your spirit will be edified, God will be glorified and the devil will surely be terrified!

Just One Lifetime
Doc Mckenzie & The Hi-Lites Lyrics

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I just wanted you to know
There's a calloused place inside my heart
It's the place where I loved your name
And there was comfort once where this thought was held
But that was lost, when you didn't feel the same
They say you've got to move forward
But you can never go home
And there are roads, you've got to walk a long long way

And sometimes, you've got to walk them alone
I just wanted you to know
Oh I felt disgraced when I lost your faith
You couldn't even look me in the eye
In time those mountains, crumble and fall
I can't stop that, why would I even try
They say you've got to move forward
But you can never go home
And there are roads, you've got to walk a long long way
And sometimes, you've got to walk them alone
I just wanted you to know
There's fire on the mountain top
That burns like me for you
And it's calling out for a heart long gone
There's nothing else I can do
They say you've got to move forward
But you can never go home
And there are roads, you've got to walk a long long way
And sometimes, you've got to walk them alone
Sometimes, you've got to walk them alone

Sometimes, you've got to walk them alone
I just wanted you to know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Doc Mckenzie & The Hi-Lites's song "Just One Lifetime" speak to the heartbreak of unrequited love and the struggle to move on from it. The singer conveys the pain of losing someone they loved deeply and the difficulty of facing a future without them. The calloused place inside their heart refers to the emotional scarring that occurs when a loved one walks away, leaving behind a void that can never be filled.

The singer acknowledges that they have to move forward, but they can never go home again. This line alludes to the fact that even if they were to reconcile with their lost love, things could never be the same as they were before. The singer mentions that there are roads you have to walk alone, a subtle nod to the reality that we all have to face our inner demons alone at times. They also express the feeling of being disgraced and losing someone's faith, making it clear that they are aware that they have made mistakes in the past.

The next verse delves into the feelings of loneliness that come with losing someone we once loved. The mountains mentioned in this verse could be a metaphor for the insurmountable obstacles that the singer and their former lover faced. However, the mountains eventually crumble, suggesting that perhaps there is hope for reconciliation someday. The singer acknowledges that sometimes we have to walk the road of life alone, but they still feel the fire of love burning inside and calling out for the heart of their long-gone love. The final repetitions of "sometimes you've got to walk them alone" reinforce the message that life is not always easy, but we can still find the strength to keep moving forward.

Line by Line Meaning

I just wanted you to know
I have something important to tell you

There's a calloused place inside my heart
I have a hardened, hurtful feeling towards you

It's the place where I loved your name
It's where I used to feel love for you

And there was comfort once where this thought was held
This used to be a happy and reassuring thought for me

But that was lost, when you didn't feel the same
However, my happiness disappeared when you didn't reciprocate my feelings

They say you've got to move forward
People say you have to keep going in life

But you can never go home
But you can never go back to the way things were

And there are roads, you've got to walk a long long way
And sometimes the journey ahead is long and difficult

And sometimes, you've got to walk them alone
And sometimes you have to face the journey alone

Oh I felt disgraced when I lost your faith
I felt ashamed when you stopped believing in me

You couldn't even look me in the eye
Your lack of faith in me hurt me deeply