Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1954 and started out in a tradition-based style. Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes into their musical mix (one of their early hits was produced by Gamble and Huff) without diluting the essential religious essence of their material. The long-lived group flourished throughout the rest of the 20th century, scoring numerous Grammy Awards and nominations, as well as several hit albums along the way.
Based in Los Angeles, California, the original group members include Joe Ligon (d. 2016), Johnny Martin (d. 1987), Ermant Franklin Jr., Artis Turnbough (d. 1999), Elmo Franklin (d. 2008), Richard Wallace, Leon Polk and David Walker (who also recorded several tracks with Link Wray under the name Bunker Hill).
Also performed as: The Mighty Mighty Clouds of Joy, Joe Ligon & the Mighty Clouds of Joy
Everybody Ought to Praise His Name
Mighty Clouds Of Joy Lyrics
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Then I went over to my window, an while looking through the shades. Once again I had to tell him thank you lord for lettin me see another day.
Now the sun was bright and shining, the wind was blowing not to strong, in a tree top just a few feet away, a robin was singing a song.
I don't know what he was singing pretty soon he was on his way, Who can say he wasn't being greatful an saying thank you for another day.
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Now the sun was bright and shining, the wind was blowing not to strong, and in a tree top just a few feet away, a robin was singing a song
Now I don't know what he was saying an pretty soon he was on his way, Who can say he wasn't being greatful an saying thank you for another day.
Everybody ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Everybody ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Oh oh you ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, hum hum, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Hey hey you got to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
The song "Everybody Ought To Praise His Name" by Mighty Clouds Of Joy is a gospel song that talks about the gratitude and thankfulness to God for the gift of life each and every day. The song begins with the singer waking up in the morning and thanking God for opening his eyes to another new day. The lyrics then describe the beauty of the day, the shining sun, and the gentle breeze. The songwriter emphasizes the importance of being grateful for the little things in life that we may take for granted, by mentioning the robin who sings a song of gratitude for another day. The message is that if a bird can express gratitude for its existence, then we as humans should also praise His name and be thankful for the gift of life.
The song "Everybody Ought To Praise His Name" is a reminder to all believers of the importance of showing gratitude and appreciation for everything that God has given us. This song is a call to action for people to always be thankful and express their gratitude by praising and thanking God in their daily prayers. It is a message of hope and encouragement to anyone who is feeling down, reminding them that there is always a reason to be grateful for what we have in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I woke up early this morning, my heart was beating right on time, I said lord I truly thank you, for opening up these eyes of mine.
I woke up feeling grateful for being alive and healthy, and thanked God for giving me another day to live.
Then I went over to my window, an while looking through the shades. Once again I had to tell him thank you lord for lettin me see another day.
I looked outside my window and saw the beauty of nature, and thanked God for this opportunity to appreciate it.
Now the sun was bright and shining, the wind was blowing not to strong, in a tree top just a few feet away, a robin was singing a song.
The weather was perfect and a nearby robin was singing, and I felt blessed to witness these small wonders of the world.
I don't know what he was singing pretty soon he was on his way, Who can say he wasn't being greatful an saying thank you for another day.
Although I couldn't understand what the robin was singing, I believed that he, like me, was expressing gratitude for being alive and well.
Everybody ought to praise his name, Be thankful and praise his name. Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Everyone should express their gratitude to God for the blessings they have received, just like the robin showed his appreciation for another day of life.
Oh oh you ought to praise his name, Be thankful and praise his name. Everybody ought to praise his name, hum hum, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
We should all take the time to be thankful to God and acknowledge the beauty and wonder of life, just like the robin did.
Hey hey you got to praise his name, Be thankful and praise his name. Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
We should all make it a habit to appreciate the blessings of life and give thanks to God for them, just as the robin did in his own way.
Contributed by Abigail J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@K.Williams-yn3bu
I had heard This Song On WTUA Power 106.1 FM This Morning, when The Quartet Cafe With Pastor Curtis Young had went off, my Mom had told me about this song, 👁 ❤ it
6/17/2024 [Saturday] Is the 1st time I've heard this song
✝️ God Bless ✝️
Be Grateful
Be Appreciative
Be Thankful
Have Gratitude
For Jesus/ God allowing you 2 live 2 see each and every day
@wwe7441
Oh I woke up early this morning
My heart was beating right on time
I said lord I truly thank you
For opening up these eyes of mine
… Then I went over to my window
And while looking through the shades
Once again I had to tell him
Thank you Lord for letting me see another day
… Now the sun was bright and shining
The wind was blowing not too strong
In a tree top just a few feet away
Was a robin singing a song
… I don't know what he was singing
And pretty soon he was on his way
Who can say he wasn't being grateful
And saying thank you for another day
… Everybody ought to praise his name
Be thankful and praise his name
Everybody ought to praise his name
Yea yea
'Cause if a robin can say thank you
You can do it too
… Now the sun was bright and shining
The wind was blowing not too strong
In a tree top just a few feet away
A robin was singing a song
… I don't know what he was singing
And pretty soon he was on his way
Who can say he wasn't being grateful
And saying thank you for another day
… Everybody ought to praise his name
Be thankful and praise his name
Everybody ought to praise his name
Yea yea
'Cause if a robin can say thank you
You can do it too
… Everybody ought to praise his name
Be thankful and praise his name
Everybody ought to praise his name
Yea yea,
'Cause if a robin can say thank you
You can do it too
… Oh oh you ought to praise his name
Be thankful and praise his name
Everybody ought to praise his name
Hmm hmm
'Cause if a robin can say thank you
You can do it too
… Hey hey you got to praise his name
Be thankful and praise his name
Everybody ought to praise his name
Yea yea
'Cause if a robin can say thank you
You can do it too
@gabrellreneemebane8733
The Mighty Clouds of Joy
They are awesome,i listen to all there song,Paul Beasely also song with them,the always lift up spirits of JESUS CHRIST that's within me.
TO THE MIGHTY CLOUDS,KNOW MATTER HOW OLD Y'ALL GET KEEP SINGING FOR OUR LORD SAOUR JESUS CHRIST,HE LORD CONTINUE TO BLESS Y'ALL VOICE.
GOD BLESSINGS
JESUS BLESSINGS
MY BLESSING
STAY BLESS
BE BLESS
EVERYBODY BLESSINGS
@uvlaaaa1196
Oh I woke up early this morning, my heart was beating right on time, I said lord I truly thank you, for opening up these eyes of mine.
Then I went over to my window, an while looking through the shades. Once again I had to tell him thank you lord for lettin me see another day.
Now the sun was bright and shining, the wind was blowing not to strong, in a tree top just a few feet away, a robin was singing a song.
I don't know what he was singing pretty soon he was on his way, Who can say he wasn't being greatful an saying thank you for another day.
Everybody ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Now the sun was bright and shining, the wind was blowing not to strong, and in a tree top just a few feet away, a robin was singing a song
Now I don't know what he was saying an pretty soon he was on his way, Who can say he wasn't being greatful an saying thank you for another day.
Everybody ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Everybody ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Oh oh you ought to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, hum hum, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
Hey hey you got to praise his name,
Be thankful and praise his name.
Everybody ought to praise his name, yea yea yea, cause if a robin can say thank you, you can do it to.
@tyronewilson5254
Who’s still listening to this in 2024 ??
@Tyrone98baby
Yessir
@CAJLR-S
Meeeee ✋️
@Reign-qx2vu
It’s something about the OLD GOSPEL that does it for me EVERYTIME!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@TeresaJohnson-ux6gk
Me❤
@lastmob4874
Meeee
@tgawjus230
My granny and i used to sing this together on the porch sipping coffee in baton rouge Louisiana! Robins would show up on the fence. Best memories. She taught me the importance of gratefulness and faith. "If a robin can say thank you, you can do it too!" Rip MyG (granny)❤️
@bessiewheelous6221
WOW! Whata way to remember someone. Be encouraged and have a VICTORIOUSLY BLESSED DAY 😇
@angeleyes3469
I'm still thanking him and praising him in 2024... for the good the bad the ugly the beautiful and the bold! Thank Lord.. thank you Lord! Amen
@KianaDay
This song used to come on the radio every morning while my mom took me to daycare back in 1986~87. It will always have a special place in my heart and I'm so grateful that from an early age I fell in love with a song that tells a story of gratitude and praise unto God❤