Jessica Reedy first came to our attention on the national TV competition BET’s Sunday Best. She attended the Season 2 Sunday Best audition in Washington DC on a whim to support a friend. She quickly found herself in the Top 20 onto the show’s main stage performing for judges Mary Mary and Bebe Winans. Reedy made it all the way to finals eventually being named runner up. Throughout that process and the subsequent loss, self-doubt crept in. While Reedy never thought she had the talent to make it, God used the totality of the experience to bring her into her call as both an artist and minister of music.
“My insecurities, my fears, my guilt and pain were all brought before me – the things I thought I had let go. I learned so much about myself during and after Sunday Best. I learned how little my faith was in God and His abilities … in spite of my shortcomings God still proved HIMSELF to me,” said Reedy. “I started discovering how much HE Loved me, cared for me, and how HE thought of me as HIS beloved. I learned how much I didn’t know about myself.”
“The Sunday Best experience changed me tremendously,” she continued. “Being on the Show allowed me to see God like never before … He used the Show to teach me what it really meant when He said ‘I’ll never leave you nor forsake you.’ It marked the beginning of my in depth search to know Christ and why He loves me so much.”
Since the 2009 finale, Reedy has seen God bring her into His promise. She was able to extricate herself from contractual agreements that would allow her to sign a record deal with Light Records and is now poised to release her debut CD in August 2011. It was the time after the finale that has become most transformative for Reedy.
Said Reedy, “I used my time and efforts spent between the Sunday Best Finale and my record deal with Light Records toward my search for answers. I sought God for my true purpose, the vision He had for me to fulfill … ‘why I was selected, what He wanted me to say and do. It was a time full of questions, waiting and of course HIS answers. He brought new people into my life … helped me form a great team … there was a lot of praying, crying, singing, and most importantly learning and listening.”
The end result – a clear direction for her music ministry and artistry. “As a minister of music, HE used that experience to show me how necessary it is to know HIS word … that it is the Word of God that would draw, heal, deliver, protect and save HIS people,” said Reedy. “He’s teaching me about the importance of faith and simply believing and trusting everything HE says.”
There is an impressive quality to Reedy’s artistry that belies her young age. Anchoring it all together is her one-of-a-kind voice and incomparable range. And the minute you hear that low register you know you’re witnessing something pretty special. The command of her gift is amazing as heard on her first radio single, “God Has Smiled On Me.” The unique and absolute beauty of the vocal arrangements makes the track to stand out from anything on Gospel radio today.
The yet untitled debut will feature Reedy’s talents paired with a bevy of producers. Including some of today’s hottest like Shep Crawford (Whitney Houston, Yolanda Adams, Tamia) who produced the single; Warryn Campbell (Mary Mary, Brandy, Kelly Price) will contribute a few songs as well as Jim Wright & Daniel Moore, Aaron Sledge, Mali Music and Claude Kelly.
Jessica Reedy is clearly an original, with a vocal style and personal charisma that is all about love, honesty, praising God and embracing her purpose. “I would have to describe my music as ‘heart songs’ said Reedy. “It’s music from my heart about the One I love the MOST. I don’t really know the style or category it fits in … it’s just me.”
Blue God
Jessica Reedy Lyrics
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It’s my hurt, my pain, my girl, my boy
My heart, my love, my song, my feelings
Are hurt, your word second, and I’m first
Yes, I’ll let you rule over my life if you make me feel good
... And if you make it alright
Just take care of me, give me what I need
And then maybe we can get to you, God
If you were a color you would be a blue God
Don’t be so sad God
Because it’s all about
My earth, my agenda
My plans, my goals
My money, give it, funny
Your cons and my pros
I’m happy, successful
Oh lord I’ll tell you when I need you
We don’t say it, but surely we do it
Oh it’s how we live and it’s how we treat you
But if you want I’ll let you in my life
If you make me feel good
And if you make it alright
Just take care of me
And give me what I need
After that maybe we can get to you, God
blue God, blue God
If you were a color you would be a blue God
I’m so sorry that we misuse you God, I’m so sorry that we mistreat you
Yeah we say that we love you and we give ourselves away
And we claim there is none above you but our lives don’t say the same
I’ve seen the cycle too many times and I’ve seen the fight for change
And I am a part of it, I know the heart of it
That’s why we need you God, we do
If you were a color you would be blue God
But your loving remains true God
The song Blue God by Jessica Reedy explores the idea of people putting themselves and their desires above God. The lyrics are an introspective look at how humans often prioritize their own aspirations and wants above the importance of their relationship with God. Reedy sings about the various aspects of her life that take priority over God, including her agenda, plans, goals, and even her money. She acknowledges that even though she may claim to love God and give herself away to Him, her actions often contradict those words. It is a powerful message about the human condition and our flawed relationship with God.
The lyrics "blue God" are a metaphor for God's state of being. The color blue can signify a number of emotions and qualities such as sadness, tranquility, and freedom. In this case, blue represents God's otherworldliness, omnipotence, and purity. Reedy suggests that if God were a color, Blue would be it, emphasizing His divinity and power.
Overall, Blue God is a contemplative song that speaks to the internal struggle many people have with their faith. It highlights the importance of recognizing the impact of human behavior on our relationship with God and the need to prioritize Him above ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
My opinion, my view, my life, my choice
I believe that I have the right to make decisions about my own life and I don't want anyone else to tell me what to do.
It’s my hurt, my pain, my girl, my boy
I am responsible for my own emotions and relationships, and I shouldn't have to rely on anyone else to make me happy.
My heart, my love, my song, my feelings
My emotions and expressions are unique to me, and I want to be true to myself and follow my own path in life.
Are hurt, your word second, and I’m first
Even though I respect you, my own needs and desires come first and I won't compromise myself for your sake.
Yes, I’ll let you rule over my life if you make me feel good
I am willing to submit to you if you can provide what I need and fulfill my desires.
... And if you make it alright
I need you to make sure everything is okay and that I have what I want to feel satisfied and happy.
Just take care of me, give me what I need
I want someone to care for me and provide for my needs so that I don't have to worry or struggle.
And then maybe we can get to you, God
If you can help me and make my life better, then I might be more open to connecting with you and seeking your guidance.
blue God, blue God
You are like a god who is cool and aloof, and I imagine your color being blue like the sky or the ocean.
If you were a color you would be a blue God
I see you as being distant and detached, but also powerful and mysterious, like the color blue.
Don’t be so sad God
I hope that you're not upset with me or disappointed in me for the way that I live my life and the choices that I make.
Because it’s all about
The most important thing to me is myself and my own desires, and everything else is secondary to that.
My earth, my agenda
I am focused on my own goals and aspirations, and I don't want anything to stand in the way of my success and happiness.
My plans, my goals
I have a vision for my life and I want to make that a reality, regardless of what anyone else thinks or wants for me.
My money, give it, funny
Money is important to me and I want to have plenty of it, and I find it amusing when people try to tell me how I should spend it.
Your cons and my pros
I weigh the potential downsides of following your ways against the benefits of doing what I want, and I always come out on top.
I’m happy, successful
I feel good about my life and my choices, and I think that I am doing well in spite of any obstacles that may come my way.
Oh lord I’ll tell you when I need you
I don't need your guidance or support right now, but I might come to you if I find that I am struggling or in need of help.
We don’t say it, but surely we do it
Even though we claim to love and worship you, we really don't show it in our actions or daily lives.
Oh it’s how we live and it’s how we treat you
The way that we live our lives and treat others is a reflection of our relationship with you, and right now that relationship isn't very strong.
But if you want I’ll let you in my life
I am open to the idea of having a relationship with you, but only if it benefits me and makes me happy.
If you make me feel good
The most important thing that you can do for me is provide me with happiness and satisfaction, even if that means ignoring your own wishes for me.
And give me what I need
I have certain desires and goals in my life, and I want you to help me achieve them and give me everything that I want.
After that maybe we can get to you, God
Once you have fulfilled my needs and desires, I might be more willing to explore a deeper relationship with you and seek your guidance.
I’m so sorry that we misuse you God, I’m so sorry that we mistreat you
I am aware that we don't show you the respect and reverence that you deserve, and I feel guilty about that.
Yeah we say that we love you and we give ourselves away
Even though we claim to love and serve you, we really just want to use you to get what we want for ourselves.
And we claim there is none above you but our lives don’t say the same
We might say that you are the most important thing in our lives, but our actions and choices don't reflect that belief.
I’ve seen the cycle too many times and I’ve seen the fight for change
I have experienced the ups and downs of life, and I have witnessed people struggling to find meaning and purpose in their lives.
And I am a part of it, I know the heart of it
I have my own struggles and challenges, and I understand the emotional and spiritual issues that people face when trying to find their way in life.
That’s why we need you God, we do
Even though we try to go it alone and do things our own way, deep down we know that we need your guidance and wisdom to find true happiness and fulfillment.
But your loving remains true God
Even though we fall short and don't live up to our promises, we know that you always love us and accept us for who we are.
Contributed by Evan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
luwani james
SHe is saying that we take advantage of God and only call on him when we need Him. And blue being the color of someone that is hurt, she uses it to describe how God might feel if He was a color! That's my take on it!
Earline Simmons
Or must definitely right on point 💯💯
JayybabiiMusic
💯💯💯
Trey Alston
Exactly. I know this comment is old but you are absolutely true
Olivier Mai
@She Crochets ByCoolCraftyCreations ppp
She Crochets ByCoolCraftyCreations
luwani james This IS Exactly what this song is saying!
Charles Williams
When I first heard this song, I immediately thought of Mali Music. Then I scrolled down to see that he actually wrote it. This song has a way of convicting you and realizing that we do actually PIMP God for his blessings
Cas Dor
This has Mali Music written all over it! Absolutely loving it
Byron Myers
this song so deep and powerful
Raymond Hereford
DEEP