And We Overcome
Joann Rosario Lyrics
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When I reminisce on times gone by
I am so blessed to survive
Hard trials that rolled in like the ebbing tide
As I think about all I've been through
I realize it's because of You Lord
Thank You for the open doors
The ways You made and so much more
(Channel 1)
Everything that I need
Everything in order to believe
It's already inside of me
(Chorus)
And I overcome by the words I say
I overcome by pressing my way
I overcome, I overcome by faith
(Verse 2)
If you think your troubles will not pass
If your sorrows and heartaches are holding fast
If depression has your senses in its grasp
Just remember these things can't last too long
The God of creation will make you strong
It's never too late to stand just keep holding on
(Channel 2)
Everything you need
Everything in order to believe
It's already inside of you
(Chorus B)
And we overcome by the words we say
We overcome by pressing our way
We overcome, yes overcome by faith
(Repeat Channel 2)
(Pre-Vamp)
And we overcome by the words we say
We overcome by pressing our way
We overcome by the prayers we pray
We overcome by pressing
We overcome, we overcome by faith
(Vamp)
No matter what hardships we face
We will not be defeated, no way
When it's all over you'll here us say, here us say
We overcome by faith, yeah
(Repeat)
Overcome, overcome
Overcome, overcome
Overcome, overcome
We overcome by faith
In this song “And We Overcome”, Joann Rosario reflects on the challenges that she has faced in her life and how she has been able to overcome them through her faith in God. In the first verse, she acknowledges the trials that she has faced and survived, comparing them to the ebbing tide. She then recognizes that it was only through the grace of God that she was able to make it through these difficult times, thanking God for the opportunities that He has given her. The chorus echoes her sentiment, declaring that one can overcome through faith.
The second verse refers to those who may be in a difficult place in their lives, whether it's depression, heartache or other painful situations. She encourages those who may be going through these difficult times, reminding them that all things are temporary and that the power of God will make them strong when they feel weak. The channel of this verse suggests that everything that an individual needs to overcome adversity is inside of them.
The chorus echoes the central message of the song, stating that one can overcome through faith, and when the entire group sings in the second chorus, it becomes more powerful. The pre-vamp lists various ways in which individuals can overcome adversity – not just through words and faith, but also through prayers and continued perseverance. In the vamp, Rosario speaks of the steadfastness that comes from one's faith, no matter what hardships one may face.
Line by Line Meaning
When I reminisce on times gone by
Looking back on past experiences
I am so blessed to survive
Grateful for being able to overcome hardships
Hard trials that rolled in like the ebbing tide
Difficult challenges that felt never-ending
As I think about all I've been through
Reflecting on personal struggles
I realize it's because of You Lord
Recognizing a higher power's role in overcoming difficulties
Thank You for the open doors
Acknowledging the opportunities given to move forward
The ways You made and so much more
Recognizing the help received along the way
Everything that I need
Having all the necessary tools
Everything in order to believe
Having faith in oneself and a higher power
It's already inside of me
Realizing strength already exists within
And I overcome by the words I say
Using positive affirmations to overcome
I overcome by pressing my way
Pushing through obstacles and moving forward
I overcome, I overcome by faith
Believing in oneself and a higher power to overcome
If you think your troubles will not pass
Feeling stuck in difficult situations
If your sorrows and heartaches are holding fast
Experiencing emotional pain that feels unrelenting
If depression has your senses in its grasp
Being overwhelmed with negative emotions
Just remember these things can't last too long
Having hope that the difficult times will eventually pass
The God of creation will make you strong
Believing a higher power can provide strength
It's never too late to stand just keep holding on
Encouragement to keep persevering
And we overcome by the words we say
Using positive affirmations to overcome as a community
We overcome by pressing our way
Pushing through obstacles and moving forward as a community
Yes overcome by faith
Believing in oneself and a higher power to overcome as a community
No matter what hardships we face
Acknowledging the existence of struggles
We will not be defeated, no way
Having hope and determination to overcome
When it's all over you'll here us say, here us say
Celebrating overcoming hardships as a community
We overcome by faith, yeah
Believing in oneself and a higher power to continue overcoming as a community
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