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.”
John 3:16
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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Badudoom, badoom
Badoom, badoom, baduda, boom, badoom, badoom, baduda
Boom, badoom, badoom, badoom!
V.1
I'de like to teach the world to sing
As one big family, and know what joy this song would bring
As we sing in harmony, ee-ee-ee
The greatest love that God can show is the power to set free-ee-ee
For God so loved the world
That he gave his only son
That who soever, believeth on him should not perish
But shall live forever ever...
God so loved the world
That he gave his only son
That who soever, believeth on him should not perish
But shall live forever ever.
Boom, badoom, badoom,
Badudoom, badoom
Badoom, badoom, baduda, boom, badoom, badoom, baduda
Boom, badoom, badoom, badoom!
V.2
If there is a longing in your heart, theres an aching in your soul
Your missing one important part, his peace will make you who-oo-oo-le
It is the love that comes from God, for the poor, great and small
The greatest love you'll ever know, its the greatest love of a-a-all!
God so loved the world that he gave his only son
Who soever, believeth on him should not perish
But shall live forever...
God so loved the world that he gave his only son
Who soever, believeth on him should not perish, should not perish
No greater love on earth or heaven up above
That God would give his son, that his son would die for us
So we could
Live forever, live forever, live forever
He gave his only son
So we could
Live forever, live forever, live forever
He gave his only son
So we could
Live forever, live forever, live forever
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us,
Thats how much he loves us
So we could live forever, live forever, live forever
He gave his only son, so we could live forever
Live forever, live forever,
He gave his only son,
So he could live forever...
The song "John 3:16" by Fred Hammond is an ode to the biblical verse in which God shows his love for humanity by sacrificing his only son. The song starts with a rhythmic beat and a series of percussive sounds, followed by Hammond's declaration that he would like to teach the world to sing in harmony, conveying the message of God's love for all.
In the first verse, the lyrics emphasize that the greatest love that God can show is the power to set people free, and Hammond urges everyone to come together and sing in harmony to experience the joy that the song would bring. The chorus repeats the message of John 3:16, which states that whoever believes in Jesus shall not perish but have eternal life.
In the second verse, the lyrics speak to those who feel a longing in their hearts and an aching in their souls. Hammond states that they are missing an essential part, which is the love that comes from God. The greatest love that people could ever know is God's love, which is for all, whether they are rich or poor. The song concludes with the repeated refrain that God loved humanity so much that he sacrificed his only son, giving them the chance to live forever.
Line by Line Meaning
Boom, badoom, badoom, Badudoom, badoom Badoom, badoom, baduda, boom, badoom, badoom, baduda Boom, badoom, badoom, badoom!
The sound effects signify the joyful celebration of the love and sacrifice of God for humanity.
I'de like to teach the world to sing As one big family, and know what joy this song would bring As we sing in harmony, ee-ee-ee I wanna tell everyone i know and those that come to me The greatest love that God can show is the power to set free-ee-ee
The desire to share the love of God with everyone, as it brings joy and unity, and also has the power to liberate humanity.
For God so loved the world That he gave his only son That who soever, believeth on him should not perish But shall live forever ever... God so loved the world That he gave his only son That who soever, believeth on him should not perish But shall live forever ever.
The central message of the song, which reminds listeners of God's love and the sacrifice of Jesus, which offers eternal life to anyone who believes.
If there is a longing in your heart, there's an aching in your soul Your missing one important part, his peace will make you who-oo-oo-le It is the love that comes from God, for the poor, great and small The greatest love you'll ever know, its the greatest love of a-a-all!
The love of God fills the void in human hearts and lives, and it is available to all people. It is the greatest love of all, which brings peace and wholeness.
No greater love on earth or heaven up above That God would give his son, that his son would die for us So we could Live forever, live forever, live forever He gave his only son So we could Live forever, live forever, live forever He gave his only son So we could Live forever, live forever, live forever
The ultimate act of love: God sacrificing his son for humanity, so that believers may have eternal life. This love is unmatched in heaven and on earth.
That's how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us, Thats how much he loves us
The repetition emphasizes the depth of God's love for humanity and reaffirms that this love is immeasurable and endless.
So we could live forever, live forever, live forever He gave his only son, so we could live forever Live forever, live forever, He gave his only son, So he could live forever...
The refrain emphasizes the gift of eternal life available to believers through the sacrifice of Jesus, and reminds listeners that this was the ultimate purpose of God's plan.
Writer(s): Fred Hammond, Calvin Rodgers, Phillip Feaster
Contributed by Julian F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.