Clark Cole's self-titled solo debut, released in 2002, won two Stellar Awards and a Soul Train Lady of Soul Award (Best Female Gospel Artist). The album featured the hit single "I'm Coming Out". Her second album, The Rose of Gospel, was released in 2005. The live portions of both albums were produced by Asaph Ward, famous for his work with Kim Burrell who counts Dorinda as well as the Clark Sisters as a direct vocal influence.
Dorinda was featured on the title track of Kirk Franklin's Hero album.
In addition to being a recording artist and evangelist, Clark Cole is a prominent figure in the Church of God in Christ, serving as president of the First Ecclesiastical Southwest Jurisdictional No. 1 of the Church of God in Christ and vice-president of the COGIC's International Music Department. She is an administrator and instructor at the Clark Conservatory of Music in Detroit (founded by Mattie Moss Clark in 1979), and is an administrator at the Greater Emmanuel Institutional COGIC, pastored by her brother-in-law, J. Drew Sheard (Karen's husband).
Everything He Promised
Dorinda Clark-Cole Lyrics
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Lord, knows it's been tough, but you're still here.
Friends turn their backs and walk away
Left you without much to say, but you're still here.
God's going to do everything He promised.
Said, the Lord is going to do everything that He promised you.
God is going to do everything He promised,
The battles been long,
But through it all you've been made strong and you're still here.
You didn't think you'll make it through your night,
It's a wonder how you survived, but you're still here.
God's gonna do everything He promised,
Said, the Lord's going to do what He promised.
God's gonna do everything He promised,
In just a few days you're going to see Him make a way,
You're gonna see Him make a way...
The God we serve is no liar, He is a promise keeper;
So get ready for your breakthrough, 'cause God is gonna bless you.
They that sow in tears, they're gonna one day reap in joy
Those that sow with tears, they're gonna one day reap in joy, so rejoice...
(Rejoice, rejoice).
(Rejoice, rejoice).
Get ready, get ready,
Get ready it's harvest time.
Are you ready, are you ready
To receive what God promised us?
Keep praying, keep praying,
Keep praying 'til you see God.
Keep hanging on, keep holding on
To your promises, don't let go.
He will do it, He will do it,
He will do it 'cause He promised it.
Don't give up, don't let go,
What He promised, He will perform.
Don't give up, don't let go,
He will do it 'cause He promised it.
Don't give up, go all the way,
You're almost there.
In the song "Everything He Promised," Dorinda Clark-Cole sings about holding on to faith despite the challenges and battles that come with life. The lyrics suggest that even though the journey has been rough and full of obstacles, God is always present and will fulfill His promises. The song encourages perseverance, prayer, and trust in God's timing and faithfulness.
The first verse acknowledges the tough times that listeners may have faced, with friends who have let them down and left them at a loss for words. Despite all this, the singer reminds the listener that they are still here, which can be interpreted as a sign of resilience and a reason to keep pushing forward. The chorus, which is repeated multiple times throughout the song, reinforces the idea that God will do everything He promised, even if it takes some time. The lyrics also urge the listener to stay patient and ready for their breakthrough, as it will soon be harvest time.
The second verse reinforces the themes of strength and perseverance, with the listener having been made stronger after enduring a long battle. The final verse urges the listener to keep praying, holding onto their promises, and not giving up until they see God's blessings. The song ends with a final reminder that God will do everything He promised, and the listener is almost there.
Line by Line Meaning
The journey's been rough,
It's been a tough journey
Lord, knows it's been tough, but you're still here.
Although it's been tough, you're still here by God's grace
Friends turn their backs and walk away
Even friends can walk away in a time of trouble
Left you without much to say, but you're still here.
You have been left in difficult situations without any help, but you're still here.
God's going to do everything He promised.
God is going to fulfil His promises for you
Said, the Lord is going to do everything that He promised you.
The Lord made a promise and is going to keep it
God is going to do everything He promised,
God will fulfil all His promises
In just a few days you're going to see Him make a way out of no way for you.
You will see God making a way for you out of impossible situations
The battles been long,
You have been fighting a long battle
But through it all you've been made strong and you're still here.
Despite everything, you have become strong and are still here
You didn't think you'll make it through your night,
There were moments when you thought you wouldn't make it through your darkest hours
It's a wonder how you survived, but you're still here.
It's amazing that you survived, but are still here
God's gonna do everything He promised,
God will keep all His promises
Said, the Lord's going to do what He promised.
Like He promised, the Lord will do it
In just a few days you're going to see Him make a way,
You will witness God making a way for you
You're gonna see Him make a way...
You will indeed see God doing it
The God we serve is no liar, He is a promise keeper;
God doesn't lie, He keeps His promises
So get ready for your breakthrough, 'cause God is gonna bless you.
Be ready for your breakthrough because God is going to bless you
They that sow in tears, they're gonna one day reap in joy
Those that plant with tears will harvest with joy
Those that sow with tears, they're gonna one day reap in joy, so rejoice...
You will find joy after your tears, so rejoice
(Rejoice, rejoice).
Rejoice, rejoice!
(Rejoice, rejoice).
Rejoice, rejoice!
Get ready, get ready,
Be prepared
Get ready it's harvest time.
It's time to harvest the fruits of your labour
Are you ready, are you ready
Are you prepared
To receive what God promised us?
Are you ready to get what God promised you?
Keep praying, keep praying,
Continue praying
Keep praying 'til you see God.
Don't stop praying until you see the manifestation of God's promises
Keep hanging on, keep holding on
Keep enduring
To your promises, don't let go.
Don't let go of the promises of God
He will do it, He will do it,
He will fulfil His promises
He will do it 'cause He promised it.
He will do it because He promised
Don't give up, don't let go,
Don't give up, don't despair
What He promised, He will perform.
God will fulfil His promises
Don't give up, don't let go,
Don't give up, don't despair
He will do it 'cause He promised it.
He will do it because He promised
Don't give up, go all the way,
Don't give up, persist till the end
You're almost there.
You're close to the finish line
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOHN P. KEE
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