The new direction is a bold one that forges a new path and journey for Erica Campbell, opening up a world of possibilities rooted in her desire to expose her heart and soul through music.
Where there were two, it is now one voice that stands alone revealing all of Campbell’s emotions, desires and sentiments. For Erica, musical messages are universal. “We all want to inspire, to connect people to God, to encourage them and to see people delivered. But the distinctive nature [on my project] will be people hearing just my voice and hearing the heart of who I am, which is a little bit different from Mary Mary.”
Her heart is what drives her. She is passionate about people. Reaching them, hearing and understanding their stories, praying for and loving them, it is what ultimately makes Erica’s music relevant and relatable. “I have a serious heart for people. I care about the wounded, the broken hearted people, the downtrodden. I’m a regular girl trying to reach regular people with an extraordinary message: that God cares.” Her first single, the upbeat and powerful “A Little More Jesus” is exactly that - Campbell tapping into what people are feeling and thinking. She unites us with her honesty and enthusiasm.
“I have a job to do … I want to bring the gospel to all aspects of the world. I want to use the platform to bring it to the people on the corner, outside of church,” said Erica.
While continuing to tour as Mary Mary and filming her WEtv reality show, Erica began work on her first solo project that is slated for release in 2014. The solo project, HELP, will be released on My Block Inc./eOne on March 25th. The debut will showcase Erica’s individual creative sound and artistry. She continues to hone her writing skills on the project as well as work with longtime collaborator, partner & husband Warryn Campbell.
Expect a wide range of music from Campbell. From her foundation in church to her classical training and musical influences, Erica describes her solo sound as blend “think Motown meets gospel meets rock & roll,” all of which are her nod to the power and uniqueness of live vocals and live bands.
“The songs will be different,” said Campbell. “I want to reach back into what music has gone away from which is live instrumentation. I want Gospel music to take full ownership of what music really is. There will be a lot of live instruments – strings and horns. It will be music that is relevant and appealing with a message that is just as moving, necessary and compelling.”
And though this season is one for Erica to experience alone, it’s hard to not mention Mary Mary. Ever since siblings Erica Campbell and Tina Campbell broke through in 2000 with the pioneering crossover hit “Shackles (Praise You),” the chart-topping sister act has never wavered from defying convention to fulfill its mission: sending uplifting messages through music and words that are relatable to everyone. Mary Mary are multiple award nominees and winners. In addition to earning numerous Stellar Music and Dove Awards they have also received 4 Grammy Awards, 3 NAACP Image Awards, 2 American Music Awards, a Soul Train Award and a BET Award. In 2011, Mary Mary received the ASCAP Golden Note Award for their extraordinary songwriting accomplishments.
Erica says of her decision to go solo “It’s hard to not be Mary Mary, because I’ve been that for so long. But I think God is requiring ME to be ME. We don’t have a twin ministry we just happen to be side by side. I think He has an individual ministry for me and for her [sister Tina]. You stand by someone for so long you don’t even know if you’re capable of standing on my own two feet. This is my chance to stand on my own.”
Erica is guided in her personal and professional lives by a boundless desire to please God and her eternal love for her family. These are driving principals that are what is most important to Campbell. “I want the people that raised me, the pastors and all the people that spoke into my life … I want them to see that I listened and that I got it. That I represent God well and when they hear my name I want them to say we’re proud of her. That will mean the world to me.”
On the personal side Erica is a loving wife of award winning and platinum selling producer - Warryn Campbell, II. The two have recently started their ministry hosting a growing monthly prayer and bible study in North Hollywood, CA. “The responsibility of the people and the weight is so heavy,” Erica said of the call to ministry. “But what God has called you to, He also equips you. Warryn and I both have a sincere heart for the disenfranchised in church. We put too much focus on people; we need to get back to God; serving Him and loving Him.”
You Are
Erica Campbell Lyrics
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Poured myself some coffee
Cooked the kids some breakfast
Now my life is started
Now the only thing I seem to think about is you
People always's asking what would jesus do
I asked if everybody else is thinking bout
Is you hoo
You are good
Your so strong
Your so smart
Your never wrong
You are
You are
You are
Your so big
Your so tall
Your so high
You know it all
Ends choir
You are
You are
You are
My schedules and my plans
The show's and the fan's
Will probably drive me crazy if I didn't hold
Ya hand cuz no matter where I go I never ever go without you
I just couldn't do it no wouldn't go through
Trying to get without you is like a ninja with no fluid
I crashed and I burned with you
You are good
Your so strong
Your so smart
Your never wrong
You are
You are
You are
Your so big
Your so tall
Your so high
You know it all
Ends chior
You are
You are
You are
Everywhere I go and everything I do and everything I see
Ooooooooyeahhh
Woooo
Hold meh now
Ooooooo yea
Ha ha
I think we ready to go now
The lyrics to Erica Campbell's song "You Are" express the singer's undeniable devotion and love for God. She wakes up in the morning, goes about her daily routine, and goes about her day thinking about God constantly. The line "People always's asking what would Jesus do" shows that she's not the only one thinking about God, and that people around the world are constantly talking about him. The singer says that she couldn't go on without God, and that trying to live life without him is like a ninja with no fluid.
The chorus praises God's strength, intelligence, and knowledge. The repetition of "You are" emphasizes his power and greatness. The singer believes that God is all-knowing and always right, and that he's always there for her, even when her schedule and plans drive her crazy. She feels that she's crashed and burned without God before, and she never wants to go through that again.
Overall, the song expresses a deep love and appreciation for God and his omnipresence throughout the singer's daily life.
Line by Line Meaning
I woke up in the morning
I started my day, and my thoughts immediately turned to you.
Poured myself some coffee
I got myself ready for the day with a warm beverage.
Cooked the kids some breakfast
I took care of my family by providing them with a meal.
Now my life is started
Now that my day has begun, I am ready to face whatever comes my way.
Now the only thing I seem to think about is you
You are constantly on my mind, even as I go about my daily routine.
People always's asking what would jesus do
Others often wonder how they should act or what they should do in different situations, and they look to Jesus as an example.
I asked if everybody else is thinking bout
I wondered if other people were also thinking about you.
You to all around the world what they talk about
People all over the world are talking about you.
Is you hoo
The topic of discussion is always you.
You are good
You are benevolent and kind.
Your so strong
You possess great power and resilience.
Your so smart
You have great intellect and wisdom.
Your never wrong
You always make the right decisions.
You are
You exist and are present.
You are
You exist and are present.
You are
You exist and are present.
Your so big
You are vast and expansive.
Your so tall
You are lofty and impressive.
Your so high
You command respect and admiration.
You know it all
You possess all knowledge and understanding.
Ends choir
The chorus repeats.
Everywhere I go and everything I do and everything I see
Regardless of where I am or what I am doing or seeing, you are always on my mind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERICA ATKINS-CAMPBELL, WARRYN CAMPBELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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God Is wonderful and this artist is His vessel. He placed an instrument in her that is unbelievable. God Bless!
Retha Turner
YOU ARE GOOD LORD🙌🙌🙌. ERIC you cease to amaze me you've done it again!!!!!! CONTINUED BLESSINGS in your life beautiful!!!😍
Crystal K
This song touched my heart.... THANK YOU...... You are a strong, beautiful, & an absolutely beautiful singer, keep touching people with your wonderful lyrics... God Bless You
Tonia Hatch Pringle
Who ever created this play list...Thank you. I felt empty for some time but these songs are building my spirit. Thank you and bless you.
Eye Bee Loving All Of Me
Surrender! God will fill you up, so that you will never thirst again! God is the answer to the emptiness! The emptiness is your souls way of crying out for God!
Ron Ritell
Amen
Global Gospel Group
+Tonia Hatch Pringle
Thank you for listening and for your wonderful comment. Be blessed!
Ron Ritell
Yes Lord you are good..YOU ARE
Yet2b4Sakn
You Are! That gives me so much peace :) Thanks for being Sovereign God!
Kylan Seaton
I Love this playlist too... Thank You Global Gospel Group