The three members were Marley's wife Rita Marley, plus Judy Mowatt and Marcia Griffiths. Their name is intended as a spin on the Rastafarian "I and I" concept of the Godhead within each person.
Redemption Song
I-Three Lyrics
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Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh
This is my song of redemption
I sing of Your blood shed for me
This is my song of redemption
How You gave it all for me
How You gave it all for me
Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh
This is my song of surrender
I lay down my crowns at Your feet this is my song
This is my song of surrender how You gave it all for me
How You gave it all for me yes You did yes You did
How You gave it all for me oh oh oh
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
My Saviour King my everything
I sing to the One who made me whole
You gave it all for me
How You gave it all for me
Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh
Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh common sing this together say
This is my song of redemption
I sing of Your blood shed for me
This is my song of redemption
How You gave it all for me
How You gave it all for me ooh
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
My Saviour King my everything
I sing to the One who made me whole
You gave it all for me You are
How You gave it all for me I sing to the One say
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
My Saviour King my everything
I sing to the One who made me whole
You gave it all for me yes You did
How You gave it all for me
It reaches to the highest mountain to the lowest valley the blood of Jesus common lift your hands and let's sing about the blood the saving power the redeeming power say
The blood of Christ the cleansing power the blood of Christ
The blood of Christ redeeming power shall never loose power
Will never lose loses power never
Will never lose loses power say
The blood of Christ the cleansing power
The blood of Christ redeeming power sing the powerful blood
Will never lose loses power loses power will never never
Will never lose never never loses power somebody sing the blood
The blood of Christ the cleansing power
The blood of Christ redeeming power redeeming power never never loose
Will never lose loses power
Will never lose loses power yeah eh sing the blood
The blood of Christ sing the cleansing power the cleansing power sing the blood yea
The blood of Christ redeeming power never loose
Will never lose never never never loses power
Will never lose loses power
The blood of Christ the cleansing power the cleansing power the blood of Jesus
The blood of Christ redeeming power
Will never lose loses power
Will never lose never lose loses power the blood of Jesus
The blood of Christ the cleansing power the blood of Jesus
The blood of Christ redeeming power redeem my soul yea
Will never lose never loose never loose never loose never loose loses power never
Will never lose loses power
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
My Saviour King my everything
I sing to the One who made me whole
You gave it all for me You gave it all for me yeah
How You gave it all for me I sing to the One
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
My Saviour King my everything I sing to the One
I sing to the One who made me whole You gave it all
You gave it all You gave it all for me yes You did
How You gave it all for me
Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh
Wo oh oh wo oh oh wo oh oh oh oh oh
The lyrics to "Redemption Song" by I-Three are a heartfelt expression of gratitude, surrender, and devotion to their faith. The repeating chorus of "Wo oh oh" acts as a powerful and emotive backdrop to the verses that follow, creating a sense of reverence and passion in the listener. As the song begins with "This is my song of redemption, I sing of Your blood shed for me," it sets the tone for a narrative of redemption and salvation through sacrifice. The singer acknowledges the selfless act of giving everything for them, acknowledging the divine love and grace that has been bestowed upon them.
The theme of surrender and humility continues as the lyrics explore the act of laying down one's "crowns at Your feet." This is a symbolic gesture of letting go of pride and worldly possessions in exchange for spiritual richness and fulfillment. The repeated emphasis on how "You gave it all for me" reinforces the idea of selflessness and service as a central tenet of their faith. The singer expresses a deep sense of gratitude and awe for the One who has rescued their soul, portraying them as a Saviour King who is central to their existence and purpose.
The powerful imagery of the blood of Christ is evoked in the song, with the lyrics exalting its cleansing and redeeming power. The blood is portrayed as reaching "to the highest mountain to the lowest valley," symbolizing its universal and all-encompassing efficacy. The repeated affirmations that it "shall never lose power" emphasize the eternal and unwavering nature of this divine redemption. The exhortation to the listener to "common lift your hands and let's sing about the blood" underscores the communal and celebratory aspect of worship and praise.
In the closing verses of the song, the singer reiterates their devotion to the One who has made them whole, affirming that "You gave it all for me." This acknowledgment of sacrifice and love culminates in a declaration of the singer's commitment to continue singing praises and gratitude. The repetition of the chorus "Wo oh oh" at the end reinforces the emotional intensity and fervor of their worship, inviting listeners to join in and partake in the joy and gratitude expressed throughout the song. Overall, "Redemption Song" is a powerful and evocative ode to faith, salvation, and divine love, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences of redemption and grace.
Line by Line Meaning
This is my song of redemption
I sing of Your blood shed for me, a symbol of redemption and salvation
I sing to the One who rescued my soul
I praise and give thanks to the one who saved and redeemed my soul
My Saviour King my everything
You are my everything, my Savior and King
I sing to the One who made me whole
I worship the one who restored and completed me
The blood of Christ the cleansing power
The blood of Christ symbolizes cleansing and purification
The blood of Christ redeeming power
The blood of Christ signifies redemption and salvation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Mpumelelo Richard Mtsweni, Shaun Pillay
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