Pray
Kaz Hawkins Lyrics
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Ow, I lost my mojo
You can pray to the Lord Jesus when you get down on your knees
You can hang fire with the devil coz he got you're weak
You can roll on down the river and keep the tide down low
But this place where you been going girl
Is right where you belong
But you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til there's nothing left inside
Yea you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til the blues gives you pride
You can fool all of these people
With your dark and selfish lies
You can move all but a mountain
When you got it in your sights
You can play poker with your demons
And hide it from your eyes
But this place where you been heading girl
You ain't getting no nice nice surprise
But you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til there's nothing left inside
Yea you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til the blues gives you pride Yeah
You better pray now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Come on and pray now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Pray to the blues now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Make ya feel loose yea (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
You better pray (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to the lord (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to Muddy Waters (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to Big Mama (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to the lord (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray pray pray now (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray on
The song "Pray" by Kaz Hawkins is a soulful blues track that encourages listeners to turn to prayer in times of trouble, but to also find strength within themselves. The opening lines of the song, "You can pray to the Lord Jesus when you get down on your knees, you can hang fire with the devil coz he got you're weak" suggest that there are two opposing forces at play; one that can provide salvation and one that can lead to weakness. The lyrics then explore the idea that it's possible to deceive others with "dark and selfish lies" but ultimately, one can't hide from their demons forever and there will be no "nice nice surprise" waiting for them.
Despite the heavy subject matter, the song maintains a sense of hope and resilience, encouraging listeners to "play on" and find pride in their struggles through the blues. The repetition of the phrase "pray on" throughout the song creates a sense of urgency, reiterating the message that seeking help and guidance from a higher power, as well as finding strength within oneself, is crucial.
Overall, "Pray" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the human experience of facing adversity and the various ways we try to cope with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Yep, yep, okay, rollin
Alright, I'm ready to get started
Ow, I lost my mojo
I've lost my confidence and inspiration
You can pray to the Lord Jesus when you get down on your knees
You can turn to religion for comfort and guidance
You can hang fire with the devil coz he got you're weak
You can be tempted by sin because of your vulnerabilities
You can roll on down the river and keep the tide down low
You can try to ignore your problems, but they'll always be there
But this place where you been going girl, is right where you belong
The difficult path you've been on is leading you to where you're supposed to be
You can fool all of these people with your dark and selfish lies
You can deceive others with your negative behavior and intentions
You can move all but a mountain when you got it in your sights
You can accomplish anything except for the truly impossible
You can play poker with your demons and hide it from your eyes
You can try to ignore the internal struggles you face
But this place where you been heading girl, you ain't getting no nice nice surprise
The direction you're heading in won't lead to a positive outcome
You better pray now (pray on)
It's time to turn to a higher power for guidance
Pray to the blues now (pray on)
Turn to music for comfort and healing
Pray to Muddy Waters (pray on)
Pay homage to the blues legends who inspire you
Pray to Big Mama (pray on)
Draw strength from powerful women who have overcome adversity
Pray pray pray now (pray on)
Keep leaning on your faith for support and guidance
Pray on
Continue to seek strength and healing through prayer
Contributed by Gavin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chrissiisthebest
Yep, yep, okay, rollin
Ow, I lost my mojo
You can pray to the Lord Jesus when you get down on your knees
You can hang fire with the devil coz he got you're weak
You can roll on down the river and keep the tide down low
But this place where you been going girl
Is right where you belong
But you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til there's nothing left inside
Yea you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til the blues gives you pride
You can fool all of these people
With your dark and selfish lies
You can move all but a mountain
When you got it in your sights
You can play poker with your demons
And hide it from your eyes
But this place where you been heading girl
You ain't getting no nice nice surprise
But you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til there's nothing left inside
Yea you can pray on (pray on)
Yeah you can play on
Til the blues gives you pride Yeah
You better pray now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Come on and pray now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Pray to the blues now (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
Make ya feel loose yea (pray on)
Let's Pray (pray on)
You better pray (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to the lord (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to Muddy Waters (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to Big Mama (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray to the lord (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray pray pray now (pray on) (let's pray)
Pray on
And I pray on every single day - this should be the hymn these days! KAZ forever!
@MENADEL361
JUSTE VOUS ETES GRANDIOSE Ouais, ouais, d'accord, rollin
Ow, j'ai perdu mon mojo
Vous pouvez prier le Seigneur Jésus lorsque vous vous mettez à genoux
Tu peux accrocher le feu avec le diable parce qu'il a tu es faible
Vous pouvez rouler sur la rivière et garder la marée basse
Mais cet endroit où tu vas fille
Est là où tu appartiens
Mais vous pouvez prier (prier)
Ouais tu peux jouer
Jusqu'à ce qu'il ne reste plus rien à l'intérieur
Oui, vous pouvez prier (prier)
Ouais tu peux jouer
Jusqu'à ce que le blues te rend fier
Vous pouvez tromper toutes ces personnes
Avec tes mensonges sombres et égoïstes
Vous pouvez déplacer tout sauf une montagne
Quand vous l'avez en vue
Vous pouvez jouer au poker avec vos démons
Et cache-le à tes yeux
Mais cet endroit où tu allais fille
Tu n'obtiens pas de bonne surprise
Mais vous pouvez prier (prier)
Ouais tu peux jouer
Jusqu'à ce qu'il ne reste plus rien à l'intérieur
Oui, vous pouvez prier (prier)
Ouais tu peux jouer
Jusqu'à ce que le blues te rend fier
Tu ferais mieux de prier maintenant (prie)
Prions (prions)
Allez et priez maintenant (priez)
Prions (prions)
Priez pour le blues maintenant (priez)
Prions (prions)
Te faire sentir lâche oui (prie)
Prions (prions)
Tu ferais mieux de prier (prier) (prions)
Priez le Seigneur (priez) (prions)
Priez pour Muddy Waters (priez) (prions)
Priez Big Mama (priez) (prions)
Priez le Seigneur (priez) (prions)
Priez priez priez maintenant (priez) (prions)
Prier sur
@fskerrat1
Doing all that I can to share your incredible music with all that I know. This piece is absolutely amazing.
@raulsevero8512
I liked the lyrics, too... France, new cradle of wonders.... god bless u
@cloudbase4000
YOU arE THE VOICE -YOU ARE THE SOUL
@ana123116
Love you Kaz...u got that gift. Pray on 4 me.
@pwaldon6302
Sista Kaz, oh my Gosh!!!!!!! Love love love!!!!! You can feel this deep in your soul!!! Had to get up and clap my hands!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@sueyoung4893
Where have you been hiding, so fresh, so raw what a voice...am loving Pray...Lipstick and Cocaine..Surviving and Colliding. Thank you for such a powerful message in each one.
@bogdanc77
like a voice from the south of Mississippi that I love, that's the Spirit of God
@dagmarsenftleben4357
Fast eine Kampfansage in dieser Zeit, kommt genau richtig. Ein klasse Lied und toll in schwarz/weiß gefilmt, eine Superstimmung. Das wird heute in Dauerschleife angehört. 😊♥️😊 Danke liebe Kaz...du bist genial.
@theresau1070
Kaz your amazing , Your voice , your honesty, no frills just you baring you’re soul. Raw ! Love it !
@machaelallen6283
❤Thank you this song is needed. Please everybody pray,be kind. Reach out do your part however you can. Stay 💪 stat safe 🙏 be an ordinary hero. Thank you Kaz!!!!!!