Soul Cry
Juanita Bynum Lyrics


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What cha' gonna do when you don't know who to turn to
And what cha' gonna say when you don't know what to pray

And where you're gonna run when you don't know where to hide
And what cha' gonna do when the pain just won't subside

I say oh, oh, oh, oh
My soul is crying out I'm saying oh, oh, oh , oh

When my heart is feeling really really low I'm crying
Oh, oh, oh, oh
When I don't know where to go I'm crying
Oh, oh, oh, oh

That's my soul crying out
Yeah yeah yeah




That's my soul crying out
Yeah yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Juanita Bynum's song "Soul Cry" express the deep emotional turmoil and pain that one can experience in life. In the first verse, she speaks about the feeling of being lost and not knowing what to do or say in times of distress. This can often be a common experience for many individuals when they encounter difficult situations that they have no control over. The second verse speaks about the feeling of being overwhelmed and not knowing how to escape the pain or hide from it. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "oh, oh, oh, oh" which represents the sound of the soul crying out.


Bynum's choice of words signifies the importance of acknowledging and expressing one's emotions, especially during difficult times. The repetition of "oh, oh, oh, oh" emphasizes the intensity of the emotional cry and encourages the listener to fully immerse themselves in the experience. The song acknowledges the reality of pain and focuses on the emotional aspect of healing, which is often overlooked. It emphasizes that instead of running away from pain and sadness, one should confront and express their emotions in a healthy manner.


Overall, "Soul Cry" is a powerful reminder that everyone can experience emotional distress and that it is important to seek help and support when needed. The song emphasizes the value of embracing one's emotions and expressing them in a healthy way.


Line by Line Meaning

What cha' gonna do when you don't know who to turn to
What actions will you take when no one in your life can provide you guidance?


And what cha' gonna say when you don't know what to pray
What words will you say when you don't know what to pray for?


And where you're gonna run when you don't know where to hide
Where will you go when you can't find a safe place to hide in a difficult situation?


And what cha' gonna do when the pain just won't subside
How will you react when you feel pain that refuses to go away?


I say oh, oh, oh, oh
These lines are the chorus of the song


My soul is crying out I'm saying oh, oh, oh, oh
When Juanita Bynum feels helpless and in agony, she expresses her pain through her soulful voice where she laments about the miseries of life


When my heart is feeling really really low I'm crying
She cries out to signify her emotional vulnerability when she is experiencing heartbreak, sadness, or despair


When I don't know where to go I'm crying
When Juanita Bynum is facing an identity crisis or feeling lost, she feels compelled to cry out, seeking guidance from above


That's my soul crying out
She is crying out from deep within so that someone may hear her pain and help her overcome it


Yeah yeah yeah
These words represent the intensity of her soul, which is in agony, making it hard for her to give up her pain


That's my soul crying out
In the end, she repeats the same line to emphasize the significance of her soulful cry as it helps her reach out to other people who are in pain


Yeah yeah yeah
Her painful cry continues until she finds solace or gets a resolution to her troubles




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: CARON JONES, JAMES EARL JONES, JUANITA BYNUM, LARRY OLIVER, PERCELL HOLMES

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Sikhumbuzo Sithole

what a song Psalm 18:6 In my distress I called to the Lord;
I cried to my God for help.
From his temple he heard my voice;
my cry came before him, into his ears.
7 The earth trembled and quaked,
and the foundations of the mountains shook;
they trembled because he was angry.
8 Smoke rose from his nostrils;
consuming fire came from his mouth,
burning coals blazed out of it.
9 He parted the heavens and came down;
dark clouds were under his feet.
10 He mounted the cherubim and flew;
he soared on the wings of the wind.



All comments from YouTube:

Sarah K

LORD my soul needs YOU, LORD my soul is crying, LORD please don't let me fall, im sorry LORD, im so sorry LORD, please, please, please, don't let me go, i can't live without YOU, even if i could, i don't want to LORD, save my soul LORD, save me LORD from this trouble.

Zebra Barnes

Amen

Patricia Wallace

Amen

Onyinye Ukegbu

Hello, I know it’s been 7 years since you Mande this comment. How are you doing? Hope you’re much better now? πŸ’œ

Shaneeka Fondal

I love this song 😁 πŸ˜€. When I heard it I was like YES!!! To God be the glory!!!😁😁😁

Mercedes Benz

god has delivered me from pain in my body i was experiencing for 2yrs in my body but im set free its been 1wk now im feeling better than ever i luv u so much god for all you done for me and my child

Sally Wangwe

God is the same yesterday, today and forever. He will never change. His word says he will never leave us and though all shall come to pass, but HE will still remain.. and reign forever. Over all situations, trials and tribulations. Where else should we turn to? He holds all our tears in his hands. Trust him and he will prove himself. His love is everlasting and his mercies are new EVERY morning. Be blessed.

Bukola Oyesiku

The soul of man is a strong base that must remain strong cos if its weakened, it affects your entire being. Your existence lies in it. We can only prosper as our soul (not heart) prospers. Lord help keep my soul through the PAIN for it hurts so bad but YOU will always be there for me. I may cry oh! oh!! oh!!! oh!!!! but HE carries all our burden and helps us live again! HE loves you Juanita Bynum and i love you too, you have been a blessing.

QueenofKush

God definatley used her to describe the pain we have all felt in our soul! but just to know our Lord Jesus will always help us through the pain, sustain us through it, see us through it and make a way for us to get through it! God is aaaaaaaaamaaaaaazing!

Claudia Clarke Clarke

Beautiful song its now twelve thirty in the night and this song has been blessing my soul.Claudia Clarke. Jamaica

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