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).
This Is Why
Dorinda Clark-Cole Lyrics
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But forgiving me may be the only bad you've done
And I'll never comprehend the reasons no one was there
But when I die one day I pray that someone cares
Why expect something I've never done before
Or walking away as soon as you wanting more
Empty hearted is something I've grown to know
But I don't blame myself cause I just need time to grow
No matter what I do
Why is it that my past comes back to haunt me
In all the things I seem to do
I don't wish to be a cold hearted man
I've been told a time or two to change back who I am
Please don't tell me to do things even you can't do
But I'll be fine all on my own I can make it through
Why is it that they always see the bad in me
No matter what I do
Why is it that my past comes back to haunt me
In all the things I seem to do
But I don't know how much more that I can take
Manipulating everything I tend say when I lay my head to rest it all comes rushing through
My head like a waterfall on a Sunday afternoon
Why is it that they always see the bad in me
No matter what I do
Why is it that my past comes back to haunt me
In all the things I seem to do
In Dorinda Clark-Cole's song "This Is Why," the lyrics explore themes of self-reflection, forgiveness, and the weight of past mistakes. The song begins with the acknowledgment that it is easy to look back on the person one has become, but forgiving oneself may be the only negative action taken. There is a sense of confusion and sadness as the artist tries to comprehend why there was no one present during their difficult times, and they express the hope that someone will care after they pass away.
The lyrics delve into the artist's struggle to meet expectations and the feeling of always being seen in a negative light, regardless of their efforts. They express a desire to change and be better, yet ask not to be judged if others themselves are unable to achieve the same change. Despite the challenges faced, the artist affirms their ability to endure and make it through on their own.
The song suggests that the past continues to haunt the artist, affecting their actions and decisions in the present. They express a sense of being manipulated and tormented by past mistakes, as if everything rushes through their mind like a waterfall, overwhelming and haunting them.
Overall, "This Is Why" reveals the artist's inner struggles, the weight of their past, and the constant battle to be seen in a positive light despite the negativity thrown their way.
Line by Line Meaning
It's easy to look back on the person you've become
Reflecting on one's personal growth is a simple task
But forgiving me may be the only bad you've done
However, the act of forgiving me could be the only regrettable action you've taken
And I'll never comprehend the reasons no one was there
I will never understand why no one was present during challenging times
But when I die one day I pray that someone cares
Nevertheless, when my life ends, I hope that someone will genuinely care
Why expect something I've never done before
Why anticipate actions I have never performed previously
Or walking away as soon as you wanting more
Or leaving abruptly when you desire further commitment
Empty hearted is something I've grown to know
Emptiness within my heart is a feeling I have become accustomed to
But I don't blame myself cause I just need time to grow
However, I do not hold myself responsible as I simply need time for personal development
Why is it that they always see the bad in me
Why is it that others consistently focus on my flaws and negative attributes
No matter what I do
Regardless of my actions
Why is it that my past comes back to haunt me
Why does my history continuously resurface to torment me
In all the things I seem to do
In every aspect of my life
I don't wish to be a cold-hearted man
I have no desire to become an emotionally detached individual
I've been told a time or two to change back who I am
I've received suggestions on multiple occasions to revert to my previous self
Please don't tell me to do things even you can't do
Please refrain from instructing me to accomplish tasks that even you are unable to achieve
But I'll be fine all on my own I can make it through
However, I will be okay independently and will overcome any obstacles
But I don't know how much more that I can take
Nevertheless, I am uncertain about my ability to endure further
Manipulating everything I tend to say
Controlling and distorting every statement I make
When I lay my head to rest it all comes rushing through
When I lie down to sleep, a flood of thoughts overwhelm me
My head like a waterfall on a Sunday afternoon
My mind resembles a waterfall on a peaceful Sunday afternoon
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