Oh Happy Day
M.Williams Lyrics
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Oh happy day (oh happy day)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
He washed my sins away (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
And live rejoicing every, everyday
Oh happy day
He taught me how
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
The lyrics to M.Williams's "Oh Happy Day" express the joy and gratitude of the singer after Jesus washes away their sins. The repetition of "Oh happy day" emphasizes the singer's elation and the weight lifted off of them. The mention of Jesus washing away their sins highlights the importance of forgiveness and redemption in the Christian faith. The line "He taught me how to watch, fight and pray, fight and pray" emphasizes the importance of faith in daily life, not just in moments of great trial. The final line "And live rejoicing every, everyday" highlights the transformative power of faith, encouraging the listener to find joy in every moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Today is a joyous occasion
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Today is a joyous occasion
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus cleansed
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus cleansed
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus cleansed
He washed my sins away (oh happy day)
He washed away my wrongdoings
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Today is a joyous occasion
He taught me how to watch, fight and pray, fight and pray
He instructed me to be vigilant, stand up for myself, and communicate with a higher power
And live rejoicing every, everyday
And to find joy in each and every day
Oh happy day
Today is a joyous occasion
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Today is a joyous occasion
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Today is a joyous occasion
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Edwin Hawkins
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Both Marion Williams and Mahalia Jackson were in a league of their own. They were great and anointed gospel music ledgends both were known worldwide. I don't know why people keep comparing Mahalia to Marion or Marion to Mahalia.
Praise Move
Mrs Marion and Mahalia were the best ever both unbeatable
stars2luv
Thank you again for the song. This song really reflects my heart! :)
Darlene M
There is a live version of this. I heard it on a TV award show. Does anyone else remember it ?
taddyd1
thank you, princebb1! have never heard this and I try to keep up with her recordings. Have you got the Marsalis collaboration or the one w/ Ray Brown from the 60s?
highbelter
AMAZING. Oh, Marion...
stars2luv
In my opinion she is the greatest gospel voice of all, over Mahalia or Clara.
shelly wheel
Oh WOW God bless from Ireland
Rogerio Morettini
Jesus in disco dance floor!!!NIIIIIICE!!!!
Sylvia Baanvinger
NIce!!!