Maurette's first CD, How I Feel, was released in 1998 on Verity Records. This CD featured the radio friendly, "Breaking of Day." For this work, she received the Stellar Award for Best New Artist in 2000.
Her second CD, By His Grace, was released in 2002 on AIR Records, and featured her popular rendition of the praise and worship anthem, "I Just Want to Praise You." This CD, as well, received a Gospel Music Workshop of America Gospel Excellence Award and two Stellar Award nominations. She was also nominated for a Dove Award for her participation in a remake of the Donnie McClurkin classic, "Stand," featuring Marvin Sapp, Daryl Coley, and Helen Baylor.
Maurette's latest CD, entitled The Dream was released on Malaco Records in March 2007, and features the soon-to-be praise and worship anthem, One God. One God spent over 36 weeks in the top ten on Radio and Records and Billboard Gospel Singles charts. Currently, It Aint Over (Until God Says its Over) is enjoying similar chart topping success. In addition, the video for It Aint Over is being shown on the Gospel Music Channel, the WORD Network, BET and BETJ.
The Dream is Maurette's very first live concert recording and it truly captures the essence of her heart for God. For this effort, she was awarded the 2008 Stellar Award for Praise and Worship CD of the Year. Her daughter Jada received the 2008 Stellar Award for Children's Performance of the Year for her song, "I am what God says I am", also featured on The Dream.
Not one to be limited, you can hear Maurette's co-production work on the theme song, "Down in the Hole," for HBO's The Wire (Season 4), which is available on The Wire soundtrack CD in stores now.
She happily maintains her status as a member of Richard Smallwood's choir, Vision.
This singer/songwriter/producer/ musician/wife and mom knows that with God, nothing is impossible and her life and music are a testimony to that fact.
One Prayer Away
Maurette Brown Clark Lyrics
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And you need someone to love you
And you don't know how you'll ever make it through
If everything's gone wrong
And you just need someone to listen
There is someone that is always there for you
Though the road keeps getting longer
Just remember someone loves you more
Than you could ever know
Every night and every morning
In sunshine or in rain
No matter where
He's always there
Just one prayer away
If you've done all that you can
And it's still not enough
And you feel the life you want is just a dream
If you've given all you've got
And don't have the strength to stand
All you have to do is get down on your knee
Though the road keeps getting longer
And you're far away from home
Just remember someone loves you more
Than you could ever know
Every night and every morning
In sunshine or in rain
No matter where
He's always there
Just one prayer away
Through whatever storm this life may bring
You'll hear His voice
If you're listening
Though the road keep getting longer
And you're far away from home
Just remember someone loves you more
Than you could ever know
Every night and every morning
In sunshine or in rain
No matter where
He's always there
Just one prayer away
Maurette Brown Clark's song One Prayer Away is an uplifting, inspirational ballad that speaks to the power of prayer and the unending love of God. The verses of the song are simple, yet profound in their message of hope and faith. The opening lines of the song speak to the feelings of loneliness and desperation that we all experience at times. It acknowledges that life can often be challenging and we can feel helpless, but it reminds us that we are not alone. There is always someone there who loves us and who will listen to our prayers.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that this presence and love of God is always with us, no matter what we are going through. The imagery of a long road and being far away from home is used to convey the sense of distance and separation we can sometimes feel from God. Yet, the song stresses that God's love is more powerful than we can imagine, and that he is only ever one prayer away. The bridge of the song inspires hope and strength for the challenges to come. It reassures us of God's love and the comfort that comes from listening to his voice.
Overall, this song is an emotional and powerful reminder of the unending love of God and the comfort that can be found in prayer. It speaks to the human experience of pain and uncertainty and offers a message of hope and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're feeling all alone
When you're experiencing loneliness
And you need someone to love you
When you crave affection and care from someone
And you don't know how you'll ever make it through
When you face devastating situations and struggles and can't see a way out
If everything's gone wrong
When all aspects of your life seem shattered and hopeless
And you just need someone to listen
When you seek empathy and support from someone who can help you carry your burdens
There is someone that is always there for you
There's a comforting presence in your life who'll never leave you even in your darkest moments
Though the road keeps getting longer
The journey through life's challenges is filled with unplanned detours and setbacks
And you're far away from home
You're separated from your loved ones or your place of comfort
Just remember someone loves you more
Remind yourself that there's a powerful love from someone who truly cares deeply for you
Than you could ever know
This love is beyond your understanding and limitless in its depth and compassion
Every night and every morning
The love and faithfulness of your protector and guardian is consistent day and night
In sunshine or in rain
Regardless of whether life is joyful or sorrowful
No matter where
No matter what corner of the world you find yourself in
He's always there
That love is ever-present, unfailing, and unwavering
Just one prayer away
You can communicate with this loving protector and strength-giver through prayer, any time, anywhere
If you've done all that you can
If you've exhausted all your resources and attempted every possible option
And it's still not enough
But nevertheless, you still come up short
And you feel the life you want is just a dream
You're disheartened and feel that your dreams are unattainable
If you've given all you've got
You've put in every ounce of your energy, passion, and commitment
And don't have the strength to stand
You're feeling weak and helpless, incapable of facing life's difficulties
All you have to do is get down on your knee
In case you forget, humble yourself and pray to receive strength, resilience, and hope from above
Through whatever storm this life may bring
No matter what challenges life poses
You'll hear His voice
You'll listen to the sweet and reassuring voice of the eternal supporter
If you're listening
If you open your heart and pay attention
Contributed by Avery L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.