Kee says that it was during a trip to Michigan with his choir that he received a calling from God to be a preacher. Kee was in his mid-twenties when he was ordained as a minister. In 1995, while ministering in Ohio, he received a prophetic vision and went forward with the building of a Fellowship Center in Charlotte which could minister to the people in the community. He officially founded the New Life Fellowship Center where he became and remains the senior pastor. Ironically, the church is located in the same area where he had once led a life of crime and drugs. It is rumored that Pastor Kee does not accept a salary from the church, but is merely satisfied in knowing that the preached word of God has been brought forth.
In the mid 1980's, Kee formed a community choir in Charlotte known as the New Life Community Choir or "NLCC." Over time the choir grew in popularity and has continued to travel throughout the area. The choir also includes some of Kee's own children.
In 1990, Kee founded the Victory in Praise Music and Arts Seminar Mass Choir, or "V.I.P." in order to fellowship with various ministries, song writers, musicians and choir directors from all over the country.
Kee has been active for more than 15 years in the music field. He is primarily known for mixing traditional gospel with modern contemporary gospel and for having a soulful husky voice. His current cd entitled "The Reunion," released on December 5, 2005, features some of the old members of New Life Community Choir.
In 2007 Kee was inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame. [1] He also has an album, Nothing But Worship, which features the smash hit Right Now Praise.
You've Been So Good
John P. Kee Lyrics
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Come on, praise Him
If God has been so good to you
You ought to praise Him
Oh, if God has been so good to you
Why don't you praise Him?
Oh, if God has been so good to youYou ought to praise Him
He took away my cares
Nothing else compares
God has been so good to you
Just praise Him
Oh, if God has been so good to you
Clap your hands and praise Him
Even though He's brought you through
Come on and praise Him
If God has been so good to you
Stand up and praise Him
If He's done anything for you
You ought to praise Him
He took away my cares
Nothing else compares
God has been so good to you
Just praise Him
You ought to praise Him
Come on and lift Him up
Lift Him up with glory
Why don’t you just praise Him?
God has been so good to you
You ought to praise Him
Oh, if you know that he's brought you through
Come on and praise Him
If He's done anything for you
Why don’t you praise Him?
People ought to sing it through
You got to praise Him
He took away my cares
Nothing else compares
If God has been so good
If God has been so good
If God has been so good to you
Just praise Him
If God has been so good to you
Praise Him
If God has been so good to you
Praise Him
If God has been so good to you
Praise Him
If God has been so good to you
Praise Him
If God has been so good to you
You ought to stand up on your feet
And praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
If God has been so good to you
You ought to stand up on your feet
And praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him
If God has been so good to you
You ought to stand up on your feet and praise Him
And magnify the Lord
For He’s the one who set you free
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Ooh, yeah, ooh, yeah
Ooh, yeah, ooh, yeah
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
There’s a joy I can feel
A joy that’s instilled
A joy you can find
But this joy is mine
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
The lyrics to John P. Kee's "God Has Been So Good" encourage people to praise God for all of the good things He has done in their lives. The song reminds listeners of God's faithfulness and mercy, especially during times of hardship. The verses urge the audience to lift their voices in praise and gratitude to God for taking away their cares and providing them with joy. The chorus reiterates that if God has been good to them, then they should stand up on their feet and praise Him.
The song's repetitive lyrics create a sense of urgency and also encourage participation. The repetition also emphasizes the point that the audience should praise God for His goodness. The song's upbeat and joyful tone matches the message of the lyrics, which is to celebrate and give thanks for God's blessings.
Overall, the song is a celebration of God's goodness and faithfulness. The lyrics inspire listeners to lift up their voices and praise God for all that He has done for them.
Line by Line Meaning
God has been so good to you
God has been generous and kind towards you
Come on, praise Him
Express your admiration and reverence to God
If God has been so good to you
You ought to praise Him
Showing appreciation to God is fitting when He has bestowed so much goodness upon you
Oh, if God has been so good to you
Why don't you praise Him?
Do not hesitate to show your thankfulness to God when He has treated you with kindness and generosity
He took away my cares
Nothing else compares
God has been so good to you
Just praise Him
God has relieved my anxiety and nothing compares to the goodness He has shown, so offer Him your admiration and reverence
Clap your hands and praise Him
Even though He's brought you through
Come on and praise Him
Show your appreciation to God by clapping your hands in admiration, especially when He has helped you to overcome challenges
Stand up and praise Him
If He's done anything for you
You ought to praise Him
In reverence of His generosity, rise and express your admiration to God for any goodness He has shown you
Come on and lift Him up
Lift Him up with glory
Why don’t you just praise Him?
Exalt God and express your admiration through magnifying Him with glory and honor
If you know that he's brought you through
Come on and praise Him
If you acknowledge that God has helped you move past a troubled situation, then adore and reverence Him
People ought to sing it through
You got to praise Him
Everyone should sing their admiration of God, and you must offer Him your reverence and awe
You ought to stand up on your feet
And praise Him, praise Him
Praise Him, praise Him
Stand upright and declare your admiration to God, offer Him your reverence and raise your praises to Him
For He’s the one who set you free
God is the only One who sets you free from your problems and sins
There’s a joy I can feel
A joy that’s instilled
A joy you can find
But this joy is mine
There is joy to be found in admiring God, a feeling that is personal and cannot be taken away
Praise Him
Express your reverence, respect, and admiration to God
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOHN P. KEE
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