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
Heavy Load
Mighty Clouds Of Joy Lyrics
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Heavy Load
I got rid of my heavy load
Heavy Load
Heavy Load
i got rid of my heavy load
(clap your hands)
somebody don't know what we mean
a heavy load of sin (that's gone beacuse of Jesus)
if i call your day the day you got rid of your heavy load
ya outta come down here an grab me by the hand an tell me that God has lift up your heavy load
on a monday
on a monday i got rid of my heavy load
on a monday
on a monday i got rid of my heavy load
on tuesday i got rid of my heavy load
on a tuesday
on a tuesday i got rid of my heavy load
on a wednesday
i got rid my heavy load
on a wednesday
i got rid of my heavy load
(Preaching about his day when God almighty got rid of his heavy load)
on a thursday
on a thursday i got rid of my heavy load
Let me hear!
do we have any holy ghost people here
i need so more holy ghost people here
let me know you've been born again
on a friday
on a friday i got rid of my heavy load
say it again
on friday
i got rid of my heavy load
on a saturday
i got rid of my heavy load
say it again
on saturday i got rid of my heavy load
i need about 10 holy ghost people that know that you been saved
on a sunday
i rid of my heavy load
on a sunday i got rid of my heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
heavy load
(alwayy have God to help you remove it)
heavy load
heavy load
He got rid of it
heavy load
say AMEN
say AMEN
i Feel better
on a thrusday i got rid of my heavy load
a'int it good when you don't have to carry that heavy load anymore
if somebody sitting by ya an don't feel like praising the LORD You know what you Outta tell them say GET OUT OF MY WAY!
ahhh
Heavy Load
He lift up that load
He lighten that heavy load off your shoulders
Heavy Load
i got rid of my heavy load
i'm glad
GOD BEEN GOOD TO ME
The song "Heavy Load" by Mighty Clouds Of Joy is a gospel melody that is symbolic of the weight lifted off a person's shoulders when they are freed from sin thanks to Jesus Christ. The lyrics emphasize how significant it is to be liberated from sin because it weighs heavily on people's minds and souls. The lyrics highlight the notion that people should discuss their unburdening with others who have experienced it, allowing the community of the faithful to inspire and motivate one another. The uplifting and energetic chorus, "Heavy Load, Heavy Load, I got rid of my Heavy Load," reflects the sensation of God's help relieving a person of their sin's heavy burden. It emphasizes how the concept of spiritual rebirth can have a profound and liberating impact on an individual. The final lyrics of the song, "He got rid of it," emphasizes that an individual need not struggle alone since God's assistance is always available.
Line by Line Meaning
Heavy Load
Acknowledgement of the burden or weight they're carrying
Heavy Load
Acknowledgement of the burden or weight they're carrying
I got rid of my heavy load
They have been able to relieve themselves of the weight of sin through Jesus
Heavy Load
Acknowledgement of the burden or weight they're carrying
Heavy Load
Acknowledgement of the burden or weight they're carrying
i got rid of my heavy load
They have been able to relieve themselves of the weight of sin through Jesus
(clap your hands)
Encouraging the audience to join in and praise God
somebody don't know what we mean
Acknowledging that not everyone may fully understand their message
when we talkin bout a heavy load we talking about
Clarifying that they are discussing a heavy load of sin
a heavy load of sin (that's gone beacuse of Jesus)
Explaining that only Jesus can lift the weight of sin
if i call your day the day you got rid of your heavy load
Asking if anyone else has had the same experience of finding relief from their sins through Jesus
ya outta come down here an grab me by the hand an tell me that God has lift up your heavy load
Encouraging anyone who has been saved to share their experience
on a monday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
on a monday i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a monday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
on a monday i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a tuesday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
on a tuesday i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a wednesday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
i got rid my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a wednesday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a thursday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
on a thursday i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
Let me hear!
Calling for a response from the audience
do we have any holy ghost people here
Asking if anyone has received the Holy Ghost
i need so more holy ghost people here
Encouraging those who have not received the Holy Ghost to seek it
let me know you've been born again
Asking for confirmation that someone has been saved
on a friday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
on friday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
say it again
Encouraging the audience to repeat after them
on saturday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
say it again
Encouraging the audience to repeat after them
i need about 10 holy ghost people that know that you been saved
Calling for people who have been saved to come forward
on a sunday
Recalling the day of their personal salvation
i rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
on a sunday i got rid of my heavy load
Describing the moment they found relief from their sins
He lift up that load
Acknowledging that only God can lift the weight of sin
He lighten that heavy load off your shoulders
Describing the relief that comes with salvation
i'm glad
Expressing happiness that they no longer carry the weight of sin
GOD BEEN GOOD TO ME
Recognizing God's goodness in their life
Writer(s): E. G. Cooke
Contributed by Camilla O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.