When I was a kid I would go into … Read Full Bio ↴LIZ VICE, singer - ''new gospel'', R&B
When I was a kid I would go into the basement and play the “Lion King” soundtrack over and over while I performed a dance alone for hours. Being the middle child of five children in a single parent home allows for one to vanish without anyone noticing.
I wanted to perform. I wanted to be an actress. Growing up poor, being brown little brown girl, didn’t lend itself to a lot of opportunities to pursue the dream of acting. I can remember at a very early age waking up to the sound of mother singing “Rise and Shine and give God the glory” when she wanted us up for school – to this day that song kind of drives me crazy, but this early memory just reminds me that I have always been around music.
My absent father is a very talented award winning musician, with his PhD in music, and he is still involved in the music business to this day. Although he has never been a presence in my life, I can’t deny that the musical gene has passed on to me.
Music was all around me, but never something I prayed that God would open doors for me. I was always afraid to sing on stage, and to this day my throat feels as though it’s caving in until I pray the simple prayer: “LORD, sing over me and I will sing over the people.”
One evening I was watching a man perform a cabaret of his favorite Broadway show tunes. As I sat and watched this man perform, I was hit with an image of me sitting in a classroom. The classroom was filled with students and God was standing at the front. He asked, “Who is up for the challenge?” All of the students raised their hands. I kept my hand down, and my head bowed. I didn’t want Him to notice that I had decided that whatever He was asking wasn’t my calling. The LORD slowly began to walk towards me and tapped on my desk. I look up and He asked again, “Are you up for the challenge?” I sat there and then I nodded yes. Who is going to tell God ‘NO’!?
So here I am, singing. Singing in church, singing with well-known local artists, and even though I can’t claim that the opportunities in music are because of what I’ve done, I will declare that saying “YES” to God’s calling will open your eyes to reasons for why you shouldn’t put yourself in a box.
There's a Light
Liz Vice Lyrics
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There's a light in my life shining over me
Let your blessings from above fill me with that precious love
There′s a light in my life shining over me
Lord sometimes I sit and wonder why strange things happen to me
Then again I feel (my friends all gone), yeah
But if I put my trust in Jesus (my balance will return), don't you see
Lord walk with me, talk with me, please stay close by my side
Be my shelter, be my comfort, be my guide, yeah
I was blind, but now I see, Jesus came and he rescued me
There′s a light in my life shining over me
There′s a light in my life shining over me
There's a light in my life shining over me
Let your blessings from above fill me with that precious love
There′s a light in my life shining over me
*Not sure about the words in (parentheses) in the second stanza
The lyrics of Liz Vice’s song “There’s a Light” celebrate the uplifting spirit of faith in God. The song speaks of a light that shines over our lives, symbolizing hope, strength and divine guidance. The opening lyrics of the song state: “There’s a light in my life shining over me” and “Let your blessings from above fill me with precious love”, suggesting that the light comes from above and is a blessing from God. The song also acknowledges that the journey of life can be challenging and filled with uncertainties, but putting trust in Jesus can provide balance and a renewed sense of purpose. The lines “I was blind, but now I see, Jesus came and he rescued me” reflect the transformative power of faith in Christ.
The second verse speaks about the struggles of life and the feeling of being alone in hard times. The line "my friends all gone" suggests the experience of lost friendships or feeling abandoned by others. The line "my balance will return" indicates that putting faith in Jesus generates a sense of stability and peace that strengthens the individual through tough times. The song then calls on God to walk with us, talk with us and guide us towards building a deeper relationship together. “Be my shelter, be my comfort, be my guide” is a plea for God’s help in developing a personal relationship with Him.
Overall, the song provides a message of hope in the face of life’s difficulties, calling on the listeners to put their trust in God and rely on His light to guide them through. The lyrics and the upbeat music of the song work together to uplift and inspire the listener, encouraging them to keep a positive spirit amidst the challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a light in my life shining over me
The presence of God is always shining down on me, providing guidance and comfort.
Let your blessings from above fill me with that precious love
Grant me more blessings and fill me with divine love.
Lord sometimes I sit and wonder why strange things happen to me
At times, I'm confused and wonder why life can be unpredictable and difficult.
Then again I feel (my friends all gone), yeah
Occasionally, I feel lonely and isolated because my friends may turn away from me or be unavailable.
But if I put my trust in Jesus (my balance will return), don't you see
Believing in Jesus will bring me stability and balance.
Lord walk with me, talk with me, please stay close by my side
Remain by my side, communicating with me and guiding me through life's challenges.
Be my shelter, be my comfort, be my guide, yeah
Be the place that I can run to for comfort, shelter, and guidance.
I was blind, but now I see, Jesus came and he rescued me
I was once blind to the truth, but Jesus saved me and opened my eyes to it.
There's a light in my life shining over me
The presence of God is always shining down on me, providing guidance and comfort.
Let your blessings from above fill me with that precious love
Grant me more blessings and fill me with divine love.
There's a light in my life shining over me
The presence of God is always shining down on me, providing guidance and comfort.
Writer(s): Shirley Ann Lee, James Lee
Contributed by Mateo H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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There's a light in my life shining over me
There's a light in my life shining over me
Let your blessings from above fill me with that precious love
There's a light in my life shining over me
Lord sometimes I sit and wonder why strange things happen to me
Then again I feel (my friends all gone), yeah
But if I put my trust in Jesus (my balance will return), don't you see
There's a light in my life shining over me
Lord walk with me, talk with me, please stay close by my side
Be my shelter, be my comfort, be my guide, yeah
I was blind, but now I see, Jesus came and he rescued me
There's a…
Del Grace
Wow, my cousin Shirley wrote that song in the 1970's. You sing it very well!
Maryiam Boc
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uzelino
Love her Music so much, so much power in her Texts and in her voice I don’t have words for, specially in english. I’m a big fan. Love this version of her song also, nice cover.
Peacy
Better than anything on the Christian radio stations. We need real music like this. Great work!
Maryiam Boc
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Michael Hill
Just heard one of your songs on KWVE in the LA area, got curious as to who was singing and joy when I found your music here. God Bless. We need this so much, the community of faith. The message of the Gospel, made brand new and fresh for a generation of believers. Bless you and your fellow musicians. Carry on...Press on.
Maryiam Boc
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Liz Vice
Michael Hill thank you thank you. Blessing received.