Joy
Eli-J Lyrics


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What would you say?
What, would you stay?
Tell me it's not too late
Baby
What would you say?
You, me, all day
What would you say?
Hit that replay
You and me
Tell me what it's gonna be
And I
Believe
That you could be my fantasy
But let me speak a language that you understand
You can try to keep your secrets but I've seen your hand
So, no playing games, no other names, no
I feel a way I can't explain
Are you the same?
What would you say?
What, would you stay?
Tell me it's not too late
Baby
What would you say?
You, me, all day
What would you say?
Hit that replay
What would you say?
What, would you stay?
Tell me it's not too late
Baby
What would you say?
You, me, all day
What would you say?
Hit that replay
I feel inclined
To tell you that this feels right
To be by your side
In this lifetime
What would you say?
What, would you stay?
Tell me it's not too late
Baby
What would you say?
You, me, all day
What would you say?
Hit that replay
What would you say?
What, would you stay?
(What would you say?)
Tell me it's not too late
(It's not too late)
Baby
What would you say?
You, me, all day
(All day)




What would you say?
Hit that replay

Overall Meaning

The song "Joy" by Eli-J is a powerful expression of the artist's faith in God despite the challenges of life. The recurring line "Joy comes in the morning" serves as a reminder that no matter how difficult the night may be, the morning brings hope and transformation. The song speaks about the artist's personal relationship with God, who is always present and supportive, lifting him up when he is down and turning every situation around.


The lyrics also touch on more universal themes, such as the search for prosperity, the fickleness of the world, and the struggle to find truth and meaning in a constantly changing landscape. The artist acknowledges the difficulties of life and the limitations of human understanding, but ultimately affirms his faith and trust in God, who remains constant and unchanging. The song ends on a note of hope and optimism, with Eli-J declaring that he is looking forward to the morning and the joy that it brings.


Line by Line Meaning

Comes in the mornin’ God
God's presence and blessings come in the morning


Been looking forward to the mornin' God
The singer eagerly anticipates God's presence and blessings every morning


You know the Joy comes in the mornin', yeah
The singer is confident that joy and happiness come with the dawn of a new day


Taking me higher we soarin’ goin’ thru the motions I
God's presence lifts the singer higher and empowers them to overcome the challenges of life


Love keepin’ it close to ya
The singer cherishes their relationship with God


Never let me down when I’m feelin’ up
God is always faithful and supportive, especially during times of happiness


And you lift me up when I’m feelin’ down
God provides comfort and hope during times of sadness and despair


Every situation, you turn it around
God has the power to turn any situation around for the better


You got me surrounded
The singer is completely surrounded by God's love and protection


Every single part of my life Lord you won’t ever leave me
God is present in every aspect of the singer's life and will never abandon them


And believe me, when I say this life ain’t easy-peasy
The singer acknowledges that life is full of challenges and difficulties


But you cant lose sight of hope
Even in tough times, it's important to maintain hope and faith in God


Even if it feel like it’s impossible
No matter how impossible a situation may seem, God can make it possible


Every being in the world is valuable
Every person has value and worth, no matter their age or background


Don’t let age define ya, God’s plans too big
God's plans for a person's life are not limited by their age or abilities


And it’s so divine the holy spirit in the room and my hearts alive, hearts on fire
The singer feels the presence of the Holy Spirit and is filled with joy and passion


Even with the enemy comin' at me
The singer faces challenges and opposition from the enemy, but trusts in God's protection


Im a son of the King I say it proudly
The singer proudly identifies as a child of God


I was lost but in grace he found me uh huh
The singer was lost and in need of salvation, but God's grace saved them


Even though I walk through the valley of death
The singer acknowledges that life can be like a dark valley, but trusts in God's protection and guidance


I know that, he'll always give me breath
God will always give the singer the breath of life and sustain them


Prosper, I just want to be prosperous
The singer desires material success and prosperity


But you give and you take and I can't help but say
The singer acknowledges that both blessings and challenges come from God


Life would be easier without the pain
The singer acknowledges that life is difficult and painful at times


But you can't have a rainbow without the rain
Just like rain is necessary for a rainbow to appear, challenges and difficulties in life can bring blessings and joy


And I know we tryna understand with our lil' brains
The singer acknowledges that humans cannot fully comprehend God's ways and plans


But you stay the same, you never change
God is constant and unchanging, even when life changes and is unpredictable


We livin' inna world where everything change
The world is constantly changing and unpredictable


Livin' inna world where everything twistin' , and turnin' , and tumblin' down
The world seems full of turmoil and instability


Like football we all fumblin' now
Just like a football player who drops the ball, humans make mistakes and struggle


Tryna find goodness in ourselves
Humans often try to find happiness and goodness within themselves rather than seeking God


Media buying selfies for our souls
Social media and popular culture can distract us from finding true happiness and fulfillment in God


Me the most important mindset, no no
The singer recognizes that selfishness and self-centeredness can be harmful


We looking around like "where do we go?"
The singer acknowledges that humans often feel lost and unsure of where to turn in life


God, where do we go?
The singer turns to God for direction and guidance in life


Where are you now that I need you
The singer feels like they need God's presence and guidance in their life


Tired of the mundane God shine thru
The singer is tired of the boring and ordinary aspects of life and wants God's light to shine through


All of my best friends, We want the truth
The singer and their friends desire truth and authenticity in life


Sick of the temporary satisfaction
The singer is tired of the short-lived and unfulfilling pleasures in life


Give us the real thing we don't want plastic no no
The singer desires genuine and authentic experiences, not fake or artificial ones


I know that you won't waiver
The singer trusts in God's faithfulness and unwavering love


Sin ain't nothing you greater
God is greater than any sin or mistake a person can make


Neither is life it's fading, I know in the mornin'
Life is temporary and fleeting, but the singer finds hope in God's constant presence and the promise of a new day




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Written by: Eli Ellis, Hannah Skitrall

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Comments from YouTube:

@zimaoziomatony-inweregbu3103

I am absolutely blessed by your ministrations brother Eli J. I was in a keke ( tricycle) when the driver started playing one of your songs. I had to ask him who the artist was, he pronounced your name wrong but I sure kept searching the internet until I found you and I am so glad I found you, God bless and bless you Sir.

@eli-j2742

awwwn. This beautiful! Bless!

@noahwilliams7875

ELI-J He is the Bomb blessed with God's strength. This hole album keep me happy....

@beryllarose7861

Was in a taxi when I heard one of his songs too searched YouTube till I found him,,😊

@selinamasekoa8922

Mr Eli-J God Bless You!
Listening from SA

@liteforex7869

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@edwinfitness.00

❤️ u everyday sir. Who is listening to the country side of heaven in 2019...

@iamELIJ

God bless you dearly

@taiwoighalo2303

Amen

@taiwoighalo2303

Amen amen

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