He resigned from teaching after realizing there was a calling on his life in entreating people to God through his music. He decided to go full time in music as a recording artist where he did his first cd, Island Worship. It was a success being in the top 3 selling gospel cd's in Jamaica. As an independent artist It was one of the most played local gospel album,.
This cd brought him to nine states in America, Turks and Caucos, booked a show for The Cayman Islands and England. He now has a second album, A Closer Walk Island Worship 2 which speaks to all age groups pointing them to God. The incredible rise of his career shows the love that people have for his music and now becoming a sought after minister helping youths focus in there every day walk with God. Edwards says a grammy would be nice or some other award but what would be more important would be the ability to go into a school every morning and do devotion with good a sound system proclaiming Gods name so that His name would be lifted on high and youths would be drawn to Him. When that happens his task on earth would be accomplished.
Rise Up
Jermaine Edwards Lyrics
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1 (Jermaine)
Everyday, evil's increasing
Look all around,
People are dying.
So much immorality in this world
While we get up every week playing church.
Emotions replacing bearing fruits of evidence
Haverst is rip, but labourers are few,
Cause sin is drawing us from doing what we must do ooooh ooh ooh.
. Repeat
Rise up, rise and take your place
Time to break those chains,
Not by might
But by my spirit says the lord.
(Music) ooh oh ohhhhh
Oh oh oh ohhhhh
(2) Christopher
Its your season positioned for a breakthrough
Satan wants to kill and destroy you.
Doesn't care how old you are,
All he wants is your soul to be lost.
Its time to start walking in your purpose,
Seeking God, he deserves, stay focus.
The lord is our fortress and strong tower
In him we must put our trust oooohhhhh.
. Repeat .
Are you available to be used yea
Is it god or the world you choose .
How long can you hide from his presence
All he wants, is for you to _______
And say yes, yes to your will God, say yes oooohhh oh
Im gonna answer your call
Im gonna serve you oh God
Do what you will and I say yes.
I say yes to your will I say yes to your way
Let everything that you ask lord
I want to obey
No more running away from your presence oh lord
I just wanna do whatever you say lord.
Rise from from all the addiction
Rise from all the strong holds holding down yea
Yea yea yea...
The song "Rise Up" by Jermaine Edwards is about the current state of the world where evil is pervasive, morality is dwindling, and people are dying every day. The lyrics describe the need for believers to rise up and take action against the negative influences in their lives. According to the song, shouting and emotional displays are not enough; they don't replace bearing fruits of evidence. The song encourages Christians to step out and be warriors and actively work towards producing the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
The second verse is a call to action for people to step into their destiny and seek God. It emphasizes that the devil doesn't care how old you are, and he only wants your soul to be lost. The verse encourages people to walk in their purpose and put their trust in God, who is their fortress and strong tower. The song's message is to be available to God to be used for whatever his will is and to obey his commands.
Jermaine Edwards's "Rise Up" is a wake-up call for the church to stand up and be counted. The lyrics urge people to rise up and break free from the chains of addiction and strongholds that are holding them down. The song's message is clear: it's time to take action and to trust in the Lord to lead the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday, evil's increasing
Evil is becoming more prevalent every day.
Look all around,
Observe your surroundings.
People are dying.
People are losing their lives.
So much immorality in this world
There is a vast amount of immorality in the world.
While we get up every week playing church.
Even though people attend church regularly, they do not necessarily live according to its teachings.
Shouting can't compensate for his presence
Mere emotional displays do not replace genuine spiritual experiences.
Emotions replacing bearing fruits of evidence
Rather than demonstrating the fruits of the Holy Spirit, people may focus too much on their emotional displays.
Haverst is rip, but labourers are few,
There is much to be done, but few people are willing to answer the call to action.
Cause sin is drawing us from doing what we must do ooooh ooh ooh.
The temptation to sin distracts us from fulfilling our responsibilities.
Rise up, rise and take your place
Stand up and fulfill your purpose.
Time to break those chains,
It is time to be freed from what holds you back.
Not by might
Not by strength or power.
But by my spirit says the lord.
But through the power of the Holy Spirit, as directed by God.
Its your season positioned for a breakthrough
This is the time for you to have a significant breakthrough.
Satan wants to kill and destroy you.
The Devil seeks to harm you and cause destruction in your life.
Doesn't care how old you are,
The Devil does not discriminate based on age.
All he wants is your soul to be lost.
The Devil's goal is to separate you from God eternally.
Its time to start walking in your purpose,
Now is the time to begin fulfilling the specific purpose God has for you.
Seeking God, he deserves, stay focus.
Stay focused on seeking God, as He deserves your attention.
The lord is our fortress and strong tower
God is our protector and defender.
In him we must put our trust oooohhhhh.
We must trust in God above all else.
Are you available to be used yea
Are you willing to be used by God?
Is it god or the world you choose .
Will you choose to follow God, or the ways of the world?
How long can you hide from his presence
How long will you avoid God's presence?
All he wants, is for you to _______
All God wants is for you to do His will.
And say yes, yes to your will God, say yes oooohhh oh
Say yes to God's will for your life.
Im gonna answer your call
I will answer God's calling.
Im gonna serve you oh God
I will commit to serving God.
Do what you will and I say yes.
I will obey God's will for my life.
I say yes to your will I say yes to your way
I will follow God's will and His ways.
Let everything that you ask lord
Allowing God's requests to be fulfilled.
I want to obey
I desire to obey God's commands.
No more running away from your presence oh lord
I will no longer avoid God's presence.
I just wanna do whatever you say lord.
I will do exactly as God instructs me to do.
Rise from from all the addiction
Overcoming any addictive behavior.
Rise from all the strong holds holding down yea
Breaking free from anything that holds you back.
Yea yea yea...
Expressing joy and enthusiasm.
Contributed by Kaylee M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jonathanjbfoga1983
Boy there will never be another Chris Wright totally amazing.
@rasengesfarquharson5190
Keep singing for Jesus my brother. The words of your songs are reaching to the uttermost parts of the world. Its touching and changing hearts
@odekiacurrie7840
Who is here in 2019. Powerful song!
@anthonyknight7510
We need more of these songs among our youths truly inspiring song , blessings
@1jbascoe642
Powerful song. My second best song on this album.
I met Jermaine Edward's at his father's church.
It was a blessing.
@JermaineEdwardsMusic
Blessings and thank you
@Karice876
truly gifted continue to live at Jesus feet... GOD BLESS YOU.. very inspiring album
@allisonlindsay9928
Oh my. This is an Amazing song. Stay in His throne room Jermaine. Your songs carry the aroma of God. Sweet to the thirsty soul. God bless you brother.
@kenmuzikofficial
Chris Wright , Great feature on this song !
@RomarioRicketts
why is this song not a as hit yet?