We Must Praise
James Moss Lyrics


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If I were a drummer,
I would use my cymbal
If I were a writer,
I would use a pencil
I would use my voice,
If I were a singer
No matter who or what we are,
We must praise

If I was a doctor,
I would use my research
A prolific dissertation,
If I was a speaker
I would use my hands,
If I were a potter
No matter who or what we are,
We must praise

Let the people of God bless Him
Let it ring with love and truth
With our gifts we exalt Thee
Merciful, wonderful God
We must praise

If I were an eagle, I would use my wings
Since I'm a believer, I use everything
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord
All ye people
No matter who or what we are,
We must praise

Let the people of God bless Him
Let it ring with love and truth
With our gifts we exalt Thee
Merciful, wonderful God
We must praise

Praise His Holy, Holy name [x5]
With our gifts we exalt Thee
Merciful wonderful God

Oh Hallelujah, oh glory, oh holy of holies
Oh Bread of life God, oh meat of hunger Lord
Water of thirst Lord, we magnify you
We thank You for what You've done God
What You're doing God and what You're gonna do
No matter who or what we are,
We must praise

Overall Meaning

The song "We Must Praise" by James Moss is a powerful ode to the act of praising God. The opening verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, as Moss speaks of how people from all walks of life can use their talents to worship God. He mentions being a drummer and using his cymbal, a writer using a pencil, and a singer using their voice. Through this imagery, Moss conveys the idea that everyone has their own unique way of praising God and should use their gifts to do so, no matter who or what they are.


The song continues to explore this theme by presenting various other scenarios, such as being a doctor and using research, a speaker using their hands, or a potter using their skills. Each verse reinforces the message that regardless of what one's particular calling or profession may be, it is important to use it to praise God. The chorus features the repeated refrain "We must praise," driving home the central message of the song.


The bridge of the song changes the tone slightly, focusing more explicitly on the act of blessing God. Moss passionately sings, "Let the people of God bless Him / Let it ring with love and truth / With our gifts we exalt Thee / Merciful, wonderful God." The final moments of the song escalate into a celebratory and almost cathartic moment of worship, repeating "Praise His Holy, Holy name" alongside exclamations of "Hallelujah" and "glory."


Overall, "We Must Praise" is a powerful and universal call to worship God in all aspects of life. The song encourages listeners to use their unique skills and talents to glorify God, reminding us that worship can take many forms and is not limited to traditional religious practices.


Line by Line Meaning

If I were a drummer,
If I had a particular skill or talent like playing the drums,


I would use my cymbal
I would use my talent to praise God in my own way


If I were a writer,
If I were a writer with the ability to translate words into stories,


I would use a pencil
I would use my gift of writing to praise and glorify God


I would use my voice,
If I had the gift of singing,


If I were a singer
If I were a singer with a melodic voice,


No matter who or what we are,
Regardless of our identity or status,


We must praise
We must respond to God's love through singing and worship


If I was a doctor,
If I were a doctor with the ability to save lives,


I would use my research
I would use my knowledge and experience to praise God


A prolific dissertation,
A report or paper containing original research results or findings written by me if I were a speaker or writer


If I was a speaker
If I had the gift of public speaking,


I would use my hands,
I would use my gestures to help convey my message


If I were a potter
If I had the skills of forming clay by hand


No matter who or what we are,
Regardless of who we are or what we possess,


We must praise
We should respond to God with a thankful heart


Let the people of God bless Him
God's people should bless and give thanks to Him


Let it ring with love and truth
Let sound of our worship be truthful and authentic to show our love for God


With our gifts we exalt Thee
We use our talents and abilities to lift and glorify Him


Merciful, wonderful God
God is full of grace and wonder, and we must show our gratitude


If I were an eagle, I would use my wings
As an eagle with wings to soar high in the sky,


Since I'm a believer, I use everything
As a believer, I use everything at my disposal to show my love and appreciation for God


Make a joyful noise unto the Lord
We should joyfully celebrate and worship the Lord with all our heart


All ye people
All people are invited to come together and worship


Praise His Holy, Holy name [x5]
Our praise should be directed towards God's Holy Name


Oh Hallelujah, oh glory, oh holy of holies
We sing of God's power, majesty, and sanctity


Oh Bread of life God, oh meat of hunger Lord
God is the source of our sustenance and everything we need


Water of thirst Lord, we magnify you
God satisfies our spiritual thirst, and we glorify Him for it


We thank You for what You've done God
We thank God for all the good He has done in our lives


What You're doing God and what You're gonna do
We also acknowledge the good things God will do in the future


No matter who or what we are,
Regardless of our identity or status,


We must praise
We must all give thanks to God through our actions and words




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@yechanlee4727

If I were a drummer, I would use my cymbal
If I were a writer, I would use a pencil
I would use my voice, if I were a singer
No matter who or what we are, we must praise
If I was a doctor, I would use my research
A prolific dissertation, if I was a speaker
I would use my hands, if I were a potter
No matter who or what we are, we must praise
Let the people of God bless Him
Let it ring with love and truth
With our gifts we exalt Thee
Merciful, wonderful God
We must praise
If I were an eagle, I would use my wings
Since I'm a believer, I use everything
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord
All ye people
No matter who or what we are, we must praise
Praise His Holy, Holy Name
With our gifts we exalt Thee
Merciful wonderful God
Oh Hallelujah, Oh glory, Oh holy of holies
Oh Bread of life God, Oh meat of hunger Lord
Water of thirst Lord, We magnify you
We thank You for what You've done God
What You? re doing God and what You're gonna do
No matter who or what we are, we must praise
Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Moss James Lorell
We Must Praise lyrics © Millenni Era Music Llc



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@kristenhoffmann6685

One of my fave songs. I cry every time I hear it. Thank YOU, JESUS👏🙏♥️

@LoriBlunt-vf1rj

Thank you ( J. Moss for this anointed song that speaks life. ) We must ( Praise)...
Hallelujah

@margaretlittle3737

This song was played every morning when my nephew was in the hospital I prayed to God to restore his health thank you Jesus Glory to God Amen 🙏

@JaniceCarter-ws7lu

Our gifts will exalt the merciful wonderful God😊

HE'S WORTHY

Enjoy everything in this Day🦅

@femiallen8714

THIS IS ONE OF THE FIRST SONGS THAT CONNECTED ME TO "J MOSS".....THIS HAS BEEN MY SONG OF CONFESSING MY "FAITH AND TRUST" IN PRAISING MY LORD AND MESSIAH JESUS CHRIST...HALLELUYAH!!!

@MrBarmore90222

Me too

@kennedithmartin5919

@curtismoore7738

THIS J MOSS SONG IS A ANTHEM TO MY LIFE STORY MY LIFE SONG ❤I WOULD USE MY HANDS IF I WAS A POTTER ...MY LORD !!!!!!!

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