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 Know You
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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By: Fred Hammond
(Verse 1)
Here I stand before you
Your glory is here
And it fills this place
And I am willing toDo what I must just to know your ways
(Channel)
Everything I've attained
And all I know, I'd give it away
Just to know you, Lord
Would fulfill my whole life
So I'm glad to say
(Chorus)
I wanna know Your ways
So I can please You each and every day
If I've found favor in Your sight
Teach me Your ways, Your ways
(Verse 2)
I boast, not in myself
Or the things I've learned
Lord You know it's true
But I seek after one thing
To know Your ways
Then I will know You
(Channel 2x)
(Chorus)
I wanna know Ya better
Better than I did the day, You know, when I met Ya
I never wanna let Ya, catch me sleeping on the job
I don't care who thinks it's odd because they ain't my God
But to know Ya (know Ya)
Is more than to love Ya (love Ya)
Because You're real Ya I can feel Ya
Everything I've learned and all my skills
I count them dung
Yes I will
(Channel)
(Chorus)
(Vamp)
In Your power
Resurrection
As You sufferd
In Your power
The song "I Wanna Know Your Ways" by Fred Hammond is a beautiful expression of the yearning for a deeper understanding of God, and a desire to know His ways. In the first verse, Hammond describes standing before God and feeling His glory fill the place. He is willing to do whatever it takes to know God's ways, even if it means giving up everything he has attained or learned. In the chorus, Hammond sings that he wants to know God's ways so that he can please Him every day. He recognizes that if he has found favor in God's sight, then learning God's ways is the key to fulfilling his life.
The second verse echoes this sentiment, as Hammond states that he does not boast in himself or his accomplishments, but seeks only to know God's ways. The rap verse is a passionate plea to know God better, to never be caught sleeping on the job, and to value knowing God more than anything else. The repetition of the chorus and channels emphasize the importance of knowing God's ways, and the vamp highlights the power and resurrection of God.
Overall, "I Wanna Know Your Ways" is a beautiful song that expresses a deep desire to know God and His ways. It emphasizes that knowing God is more important than any accomplishment or skill, and that it is the key to fulfilling one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I stand before you
I am humbly present before you, Lord
Your glory is here
Your divine presence has filled this place
And it fills this place
Your glory surrounds me and fills my heart with joy
And I am willing to
I am eager and open to
Do what I must just to know your ways
I am willing to do whatever it takes to understand your ways, Lord
Everything I've attained
All of my worldly possessions and knowledge
And all I know, I'd give it away
I would gladly give up all of my worldly possessions and knowledge
Just to know you, Lord
In exchange for understanding your divine ways
Would fulfill my whole life
Which would bring true meaning and purpose to my existence
So I'm glad to say
I am joyful to declare
I wanna know Your ways
I desire to understand your divine ways
So I can please You each and every day
So that I may live a life that is pleasing to you every day
If I've found favor in Your sight
If I have found grace and blessing from you
Teach me Your ways, Your ways
Help me understand your divine ways more fully
I boast, not in myself
I do not take pride in my own abilities or accomplishments
Or the things I've learned
Or in the knowledge that I have acquired
Lord You know it's true
You, Lord, know that this is true of me
But I seek after one thing
But there is one thing that I desire
To know Your ways
To understand your divine ways
Then I will know You
By understanding your ways, I will come to know you at a deeper level
I wanna know Ya better
I desire to know you, Lord, even more deeply
Better than I did the day, You know, when I met Ya
More fully than the day I first encountered you
I never wanna let Ya, catch me sleeping on the job
I do not want to miss any opportunities to serve you or please you
I don't care who thinks it's odd because they ain't my God
I am not concerned with what others may think because you, Lord, are my God
But to know Ya (know Ya)
But to truly understand you, Lord
Is more than to love Ya (love Ya)
Is even more significant than loving you, though that is important as well
Because You're real Ya I can feel Ya
Because you are a real and tangible presence in my life, I can feel your love and guidance
Everything I've learned and all my skills
All of the knowledge and abilities that I have
I count them dung
I consider them to be of no value or significance in comparison to understanding your divine ways
In Your power
Through your divine strength and authority
Resurrection
Celebrating your victory and triumph over death
As You suffered
In recognition of the sacrifice and pain you endured on our behalf
In Your power
Acknowledging the power and authority that you hold
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRED HAMMOND
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