The Melo-D-Heirs are a dynamic Acappella Gospel singing group, focused on s… Read Full Bio ↴The Melo-D-Heirs are a dynamic Acappella Gospel singing group, focused on spreading the good news of God's Word with their distinctive style of melodies. This renowned group consists of all family members, four siblings(two sisters and a brother).LaShondria Robins (Soprano),Larnetta Stewart (Alto), Lamont Robins(3rd Tenor & Bass). There are also three cousins in the group, Anthony Fletcher, Jr. (sings nothing else but tenor...) Frank Melton, III (singing everything but bass), and Harvey Davis, Jr. (da-dup, dad-dup; he sings the bass). We would also like to introduce you to Rondal K. Melton, better known as (Beetha ,who sings whatever they ask him to ). Rondal is Frank 3’s nephew and cousin to the rest of the group.

This unique formula of voices blend together to create sounds that listeners all over enjoy. The Melo-D-Heirs are home based in Houston, TX. They got their spiritual upbringing at the Shady Acres Church of Christ, where Bro. Frank Melton, Jr. serves as minister. Now as the group is continuing to grow spiritually Harvey, Rondal, and Lamont remain at shady Acres. Frank 3 is currently serving as minister of music at Bellfort Church of Christ where Bro. James Glenn is the minister. Anthony Fletcher, Jr. attend Barrett Station Church of Christ where his father Anthony Fletcher, Sr. is the minister.

The ladies attend Bammel Road Church of Christ. They have toured all through their home state of Texas. They have also made appearances all over the nation, in such states such as: California, Oregon, Colorado, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan, and Oklahoma. The Melo-D-Heirs are an international group as well, making a debut appearance in Nassau, Bahamas for the Carribean Lectureship 2003. They are also active in the community singing in Nursing Homes, Boys & Girls Homes, Prisons, Funerals, Weddings, Hospitals, Banquets, and have even made appearances on NBC and on cable television.

The Melo-D-Heirs have recorded two previous CD’s both recorded with the late Johnnie Wilder, Jr. (Shalonda Productions) Dayton, OH. Working Hard is a project that has, and still is uplifting souls with original favorite hits such as the title track, "Working Hard", "It's Amazing", "This Mission is For Real", and "Lord I Thank You", also an arrangement of a traditional favorite congregational song "Redeemed", and more . The second project featured is "Looking Unto Jesus." This project demands your undivided attention, with more heartwarming and soul stirring original hits such as the title track, "Looking Unto Jesus", "I will Sing", "A Friend", a unique arrangement of an old favorite traditional song "Precious Lord", nominated for the category song of the year at the Christian Acappella Music Awards (CAMA) 2002, "Service", "Wipe All Tears", and more. This project also features four heirludes, as The Melo-D-Heirs has gracefully labeled them, to give this album continuous flow.

Presently, the Melo-D-Heirs are working on a CD entitled, "Let's Worship God. The single for this project was released previously with another favorite crowd pleaser, "How Great/God is Able". This highly anticipated CD is slated to be released April 2010. Look forward to this CD being melodiously pleasing and fulfilling to the soul!

The Melo-D-Heirs have been nominated for several Christian Acappella Music Awards, (CAMA), bi-annually since its inception, and have been recipients of three CAMA awards. The First award was Favorite Contemporary Ensemble (1994). The second award was for Best Mixed Group (1998). The third award was for Artist of the year (2006). Frank 3 also received an award for Producer, Songwriter Performer of the Year 2006.

The Melo-D-Heirs would like to thank you for your support and prayers, as they continue to: Let the word of Christ dwell in them richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms, and hyms, and spiritual songs, singing with grace their hearts to the Lord. For the Love of the Lord, they'll keep on singing

My Prayer
Melo-D-Heirs Lyrics

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I know by myself I get bad days
Even when I try every night and day
Without you my God I won't make it
Need you my God by my side every second
Oui je veux que tu sois avec moi
Je ne peux pas vivre sans toi
Mana Mana Mfasha umfashe undengere
Undengere eeeeeh

My God I need you I need you!
I need you need you need you!
Forever lord I need you by my side
My God I need you I need you
I need you need you need you
Forever lord I need you by my siiiide
Aaaaah aaaaah
Aaaaah aaaah
That is my prayer my prayer my prayer
That is my prayer my prayer my prayer
Nyegera nyegera nyegere nyegereza
Ahera hawe niho nifuza kuguma
Aho umubiri undoza siho nshaka namba
Nyegera ndogora
I am On this road I call life I make many wrong turns so God be my map so u could show me the right way
So many things things that happened to me
I am not going back to the old me
Thinking about the things I would do if wasn't for you
You been on my side since day one
When I thought I didn't have no one
King is that you
My God I need you , I need you
I need you need you need you
Forever lord I need by my side
Guide me God guide me God
Guard me God Wherever you want me to go
Give me strength give me strength
Give me strength to defeat my enemy
With out you I'm nobody
Yes I do I believe you
Jesus are life everybody need
Jesus are life everybody need
My God I need you I need you
I need you need you need you
Forever lord I need you by my side
My God I need you I need you

I need you need you need you
Forever lord I need you by my side

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Melo-D-Heirs' song "My Prayer" convey a deep sense of reliance on God and the recognition of one's own limitations. The artist acknowledges that everyone faces bad days and struggles, but emphasizes that their strength comes from their faith in God. They express a need for God's presence in every moment and recognize that without God, they would not be able to navigate through life. The lyrics also express gratitude for God's constant support and guidance, acknowledging that God has been by their side since the beginning and is the source of their strength and identity.

The song is a heartfelt prayer, as the artist repeatedly implores God to stay with them and to guide and protect them. They recognize that they have made mistakes in the past and do not want to go back to their old ways. They understand the importance of God's influence in their life and express a desire to rely on God's strength to overcome their enemies and the challenges they face. The lyrics ultimately convey a deep belief in the power of God and a sense of surrender to His will.

Line by Line Meaning

I know by myself I get bad days
I am aware that there are days when I experience difficulties and challenges on my own

Even when I try every night and day
Even when I put in continuous effort and dedication

Without you my God I won't make it
I cannot overcome these challenges without the presence and support of God

Need you my God by my side every second
I constantly require the presence and guidance of God in every moment

Oui je veux que tu sois avec moi
Yes, I want you to be with me

Je ne peux pas vivre sans toi
I cannot live without you

Mana Mana Mfasha umfashe undengere
Lord, help me, come and answer my plea

Undengere eeeeeh
Answer me, oh Lord

My God I need you I need you!
I am expressing my strong desire and dependency on God

I need you need you need you!
I require you in every aspect of my life

Forever lord I need you by my side
I will always depend on God's presence and support

Aaaaah aaaaah
Expressing a deep longing and yearning

That is my prayer my prayer my prayer
This is what I earnestly pray for

Nyegera nyegera nyegere nyegereza
Continue to bless, protect, and guide me

Ahera hawe niho nifuza kuguma
Stay with me, that's where I want to be

Aho umubiri undoza siho nshaka namba
In your presence, I find joy and contentment

Nyegera ndogora
Keep loving me unconditionally

I am On this road I call life I make many wrong turns so God be my map so u could show me the right way
As I navigate through the journey of life, I often make mistakes, but I humbly ask God to guide me and show me the correct path

So many things things that happened to me
I have experienced numerous events and circumstances in my life

I am not going back to the old me
I have changed and I am determined not to return to my previous ways

Thinking about the things I would do if wasn't for you
Reflecting on the actions I would take if I didn't have God's influence in my life

You been on my side since day one
God has been by my side from the beginning

When I thought I didn't have no one
During times when I believed I had no one else

King is that you
Is it you, my King? (referring to God)

Guide me God guide me God
I implore God to lead and direct me

Guard me God Wherever you want me to go
Please protect me, God, wherever you guide me

Give me strength give me strength
Grant me the power and endurance to overcome challenges

Give me strength to defeat my enemy
Empower me to overcome and conquer those who oppose me

With out you I'm nobody
Without God, I feel insignificant and empty

Yes I do I believe you
I affirm my faith and trust in God