To speak those things, is to literally speak life into situations that bring about death and decrease. “By speaking life into your problems,” said Hammond, “You allow God to hear you and God will show you the solutions. That is the attitude of this album.”
Hammond’s, “SPEAK THOSE THINGS: POL Chapter 3” addresses who God is and what He can do in our lives. It is no departure from the now “duplicated” ‘Hammond signature’ of urban praise and worship, but the approach of the album is focused on the worshipper calling on the Lord, praising Him, knowing Him and desiring to be closer to Him. It is 15-tracks of high-impact praise & Gospel music that is aimed at changing lives and bringing about solutions.
In the aftermath of last September, Hammond recalls seeking God and seeing Him work in all situations. “In the midst of misery and hopelessness, we have to see where God is and trusting that His hand is in everything around us.” Pointedly conveying this message; and in only a way that Hammond can, is the compelling song “Show Yourself Strong.”
Directly inspired by what he saw happening around him, “America rallied together and everywhere people began to pray. This song is calling out to God … ‘Oh, Lord we’re calling you, show yourself strong’,” said Hammond. “People everywhere began to pray and there was a time and need for prayer … I was just thinking, we need you now God, if we’ve ever needed you before we need you now.”
Song after song the album serves as a reminder to turn to God no matter what the situation. “Praise Him Through The Night,” a direct message to praise God even in the middle of adversity. “My focus is on praise & worship in the middle of the fight,” said Hammond. “Even in the toughest of times, God is always around somewhere, and I will continue to praise to Him.” Lyrically, it is a beautiful ballad that brings about a sense of peace that supports the message that it is through praise and worship, that we rebuild our strength.
In distinctive Fred Hammond fashion, the album kicks off in high gear with 2 slammin’ praise & worship cuts. Like a 1-2 punch, “You Are My Daily Bread,” and “Lord of the Harvest,” contains that signature feel and sound that has positioned Hammond as one of Gospel music’s most successful hit makers. Dynamic, powerful and vibrant, the songs defy any listener to stay in their seats.
The feelings of encouragement and healing are palpable throughout this CD, from the collaborative “Song of Strength,” featuring the F.Hammond Music family (Joann Rosario, The Singletons and Shea Norman); to the smooth sounding “I Will Say,” which verbalize the albums’ entire theme.
Once again, teaming up with writer Kim Rutherford, Hammond hopes to capture the successful chemistry they shared on the enormously popular “Pages of Life: Chapters I & II.” The album’s title pays homage to their writing partnership, “POL stands for Pages of Life,” explains Hammond, “and I felt the same synergy with Kim, on this album as I did then … I also knew she would be very instrumental in helping to capture the essence of this project.” Hammond & Rutherford joined forces on such key cuts as “That Ain’t Nothin,” and “Show Me Your Face.” The latter, “Show Me Your Face,” is an R&B flava’d emotion-filled ballad that seeks a closer and unequivocal relationship with God.
The album includes a blazing collaboration with super-hot producer Warryn “Baby Dubb” Campbell. “Great,” featuring Mary Mary, declares God’s greatness. “As soon as I heard the track I wrote the song … I immediately felt it … I had to talk about all the great things God has done for us … there is no problem too great because God is greater,” said Hammond. “Plus Warryn is a phenomenal talent and we’d been trying to get together for a while. This was the perfect opportunity for all of us to come together… their contribution definitely brings a new and exciting element to the project.”
Other jams on the album are “My, My, My God Is Good,” where Hammond brings a funky track, wrapped around a little hip-hop flava. “It is a straightforward praise of God’s goodness,” said Hammond. And “That Ain’t Nothing” which completes the album, as it began … on a high, upbeat and joyous note.
Complementing the upbeat praise selections is a number of worship ballads that address the boundlessness and wonder of who God is. “You Are My Life,” and “He Is Not Just A Man,” both proclaim the wonder of His vastness and that He is truly everything.
Already a Platinum selling artist, Hammond has toured around the world and blessed thousands, his reach continues to grow as he progressively moves into a number of different arenas. Not only is he CEO of his own record label, F. Hammond Music, he has broadened his community outreach. Having been blessed with a number of motorcycles, Hammond and his crew literally use them as vehicles of street ministry. Hitting the roads in an effort to reach out to different people, they have formed their own evangelizing ‘mini-motorcycle club.’ “People tend to believe that recreational outlets like these are only for the world,” said Hammond. “This [motorcycles] gives us an opportunity to hit the streets and show the world that serving God can still be fun … and allows us to minister to those people who wouldn’t normally go to church.”
I Feel Good
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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Life's not always down you see hey
If the sun refuse to shine and all your skies are gray
Just sing this simple melody yea
I feel good and I know it
Don't hate me if I show it hey
My hands go up and I praise Him, you know um gonna thank Him hey
The happiness in my life, today it won't be denied
And I feel good, good, good
Now I realize there will be days we will feel down and blue
But that's not goin' be today aye
If you take the time to pray for me I'll pray for you
And we can lift our voice and say
I feel good and I know it
Don't hate me if I show it hey
The joy I feel on the inside will show up on the outside
My hands go up and praise Him,you know I'm gonna thank Him (hey)
The happiness in my life today it won't be denied
I feel good and I know it, don't hate me if I show it
The joy I feel on the inside will show up on the outside
My hands go up and I praise Him, you know I'm gonna thank Him
The happiness meant for my life today it won't be denied say
I choose to feel love and I choose to feel peace (peace of mind)
I know that these things are promised to me
I'm wearing a smile and that's just how it will be
Cause I'm with His Son and He set me free
Come on say`
I feel good you know that I feel good good morning
If you don't mind join with me We'll be fine
My hands go up praising Him, I feel like praising Him
If you don't mind (I don't mind) having a good time
Fred Hammond's song "I Feel Good" is about choosing to stay positive and joyful despite the challenges that come with life. The lyrics encourage listeners to let go of their worries and sing a simple melody to lift their spirits. Although there may be days when one feels down and blue, the song reminds us that we can always choose to pray for each other and be there to uplift one another. The chorus expresses a powerful message that the joy one feels on the inside will show up on the outside. The song serves as a reminder that we have the power to choose happiness and spread positivity wherever we go.
Line by Line Meaning
Now it's time to ease your mind, so hear me as I say
Listen to me and let me help you relax.
Life's not always down you see hey
Life has its ups and downs, but today is a good day.
If the sun refuse to shine and all your skies are gray
Even when life is difficult, we can still choose to be joyful.
Just sing this simple melody yea
Let's lift our voice and sing.
The joy I feel on the inside will show up on the outside
My inner happiness will be visible on the outside.
My hands go up and I praise Him, you know um gonna thank Him hey
I will lift my hands and praise God, thanking Him for everything.
The happiness in my life, today it won't be denied
I choose to be happy and nothing will stop me.
Now I realize there will be days we will feel down and blue
I know that we will have difficult days.
But that's not goin' be today aye
But today is not one of them.
If you take the time to pray for me I'll pray for you
Let's pray for each other.
The happiness meant for my life today it won't be denied say
I won't allow anything to take away the happiness that I deserve today.
I choose to feel love and I choose to feel peace (peace of mind)
I choose to feel loved and at peace.
I know that these things are promised to me
I trust that God has promised me these things.
I'm wearing a smile and that's just how it will be
I'm choosing to smile and be happy.
Cause I'm with His Son and He set me free
Because of Jesus, I am free and can live in joy.
Come on say
Let's say together.
I feel good you know that I feel good good morning
I feel great and it's a good day.
If you don't mind join with me We'll be fine
Let's enjoy this day together.
If you don't mind (I don't mind) having a good time
Let's have a good time and enjoy life.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BERESFORD HAMMOND, DONOVAN GERMAIN
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