Happy Days
M. Johnson 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 of M. Johnson's "Happy Days" express a deep sense of joy and gratitude for the transformative power of Jesus' love and forgiveness. The repetitious use of the phrase "oh happy day" serves to emphasize the overwhelming sense of bliss and liberation that the singer experiences as a result of Jesus washing away their sins. The line "He taught me how to watch, fight and pray, fight and pray" suggests that Jesus not only saves but also instructs, helping the singer to live a better, more purposeful life. The final line of the song, "And live rejoicing every, everyday," affirms the singer's commitment to cherishing this newfound sense of joy and freedom for the rest of their life.
Overall, the lyrics in "Happy Days" are uplifting and personal, highlighting the transformative power of faith and the profound happiness it can bring to one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This day is full of joy and happiness
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This day is truly a happy one
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus Christ purified me from all my sins
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus Christ made me pure as an act of washing
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus Christ cleansed me from all my impurities
He washed my sins away (oh happy day)
He removed all my sins and made me pure
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This day is full of joy and happiness
He taught me how to watch, fight and pray, fight and pray
He showed me how to be vigilant, fight for what is right, and pray tirelessly
And live rejoicing every, everyday
To be happy and joyful every day of my life
Oh happy day
This day is truly a happy one
He taught me how
He showed me the best way to live my life
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This day is truly a happy one
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This day is full of joy and happiness
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Written by: Edwin Hawkins
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