Since his first solo project in 1983, Smith has become one of the most popular artists in the contemporary Christian music world, while also finding considerable success in the mainstream. Smith has frequently topped both Christian radio and Billboard charts and is often listed as one of the top keyboardists in rock and roll in Keyboard Magazine. Smith has sold more than 13 million records and has had 29 #1 hit songs. By 2005, he had garnered 14 gold records and 5 platinum records, 40 Dove Awards, an American Music Award and 3 Grammy Awards. He was also named one of People magazine's most beautiful people.
The Glory Songfacts reports that recorded with a 65-piece London orchestra, Glory is Christian musician Michael W. Smith’s seventeenth studio album and his second instrumental record. It was released November 22, 2011. His first instrumental album was Freedom, which was released November 21, 2000.
We Can't Wait Any Longer
Michael W. Smith Lyrics
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Crying for a helping hand, so
How long will it go on?
Ignorance and vanity
Supersede humanity, so
How long it will go on?
I want to know how long will it go on?
They're crying out, doesn't it matter
We can't wait any longer
No, no. Too long in a slumber
Shake it up,wake it up now.
We can't wait any longer. No, no.
Another child is laid to rest
Another day of hopelessness, so
How long it will go on?
And every day we're on the fence brings
Another fatal consequence, so
How long will it go on?
I want to know, how long will it go on?
Yuko awezayo kusikia kilio chetu? (Can somebody hear us crying out?)
Twaomba msaada wenu (Somebody help us)
Aweko mwenye kuttuoka (Somebody save us)
Aweko mwenye kutupa uhuru (Somebody free us)
The song "We Can't Wait Any Longer" by Michael W. Smith is a powerful cry for justice for those suffering in distant lands. The opening line of the song, "A silent call from a distant land, crying for a helping hand," sets the tone for what's to come. The cry for help is loud and clear, and there is a sense of urgency in the lyrics that cannot be ignored. The song brings attention to the fact that ignorance and vanity have overtaken humanity and that this must stop. The lyric, "Supersede humanity, so how long it will go on?" highlights the concern that if we do not take action soon, the situation will only continue to worsen. The song acknowledges the hopelessness and despair that exists in these places and challenges listeners to shake themselves out of complacency and become agents of change.
The bridge of the song features a Swahili translation of the plea for help, which adds depth and authenticity to the message. The inclusion of African lyrics also shows that the cry for help is universal and not limited to any one particular group. The repetition of the line, "We can't wait any longer," is a call to action and signifies that we can no longer stand by and watch people suffer. The song closes with a plea for freedom and hope, with the lyrics "Somebody save us. Somebody free us." The song is a powerful expression of the struggles of those in need and a call to the rest of the world to take action.
Line by Line Meaning
A silent call from a distant land
There are people elsewhere in the world who are suffering and need our help.
Crying for a helping hand, so
They are desperate for assistance and hoping someone will hear their call.
How long will it go on?
The suffering and hopelessness of others has been happening for too long, and we need to take action.
Ignorance and vanity
The lack of compassion and self-centeredness in the world is preventing us from addressing these problems.
Supersede humanity, so
These negative emotions have taken the place of our innate kindness and empathy towards others.
How long it will go on?
This negative mindset has been pervasive for too long, and we need to change it.
I want to know how long will it go on?
The singer is expressing his frustration and desire for positive change.
We can't wait any longer
We need to act now to address these issues.
They're crying out, doesn't it matter
People are pleading for our help, and we need to care enough to respond.
No, no. Too long in a slumber
The world has been ignoring these issues for too long, and it's time to wake up.
Shake it up,wake it up now.
We need to take bold steps to create change.
Another child is laid to rest
People are dying every day due to these issues, and it's devastating.
Another day of hopelessness, so
People are losing faith that their situations will ever improve.
And every day we're on the fence brings
If we continue to hesitate and not take action, there will be dire consequences.
Another fatal consequence, so
People will continue to lose their lives unless something changes.
I want to know, how long will it go on?
The singer is reiterating his frustration and desire for positive change.
Yuko awezayo kusikia kilio chetu?
The singer poses a question in Swahili, asking if anyone is listening to their cries for help.
Twaomba msaada wenu
He pleads for help.
Aweko mwenye kuttuoka
He asks for a savior to step forward.
Aweko mwenye kutupa uhuru
Finally, he asks for someone to grant them freedom.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: MICHAEL W. SMITH, MICHAEL WHITAKER SMITH, WAYNE KIRKPATRICK
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Elsa Chapa Mendoza
on Above All
i love it thank you so much god is good !!