Gotta Pray
Nathan Sheridan Lyrics


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Verse #1

(Oh) Yea, it seems in the world today
Everything is crazier in every way
Got wars going on, taxes going up
Money in your pocket, but it’s never enough

To pay the bills, you gotta work like a slave
Wish upon a star, it disappears in the sky
Throw a penny in the well, the wells run dry

Chorus #1

(oh) gotta pray
Pray for better days,
Blessed are the ones who walk by faith
Pray!!
Pray for all the lost,
And preach the word at any cost
You gotta pray

(You gotta pray, pray, pray, pray)

Verse #2

(oh) and a little at time it seems
Things are looking up for you and me
Then you get knocked down gotta get back up
And ask the lord to send you his love

Chorus #2

Gotta pray
Pray for better days,
(oh) blessed are the ones who walk by faith
Pray!!
Pray for all the lost,
And preach the word at any cost
You gotta pray

Pray for better days,
(oh) blessed are the ones who walk by faith
Pray!!

Pray for all the lost,
And preach the word at any cost
You gotta pray

Bridge

(oh) you gotta pray for your mother, pray for your father
Pray for your lover, your sister, and your brother
Gotta pray
(oh) you got to pray

Chorus #3

(oh) you gotta pray
Pray for better days,
(oh) blessed are the ones who walk by faith
Pray!!

Pray for all the lost,
And preach the word at any cost
You gotta pray (yea)




(oh) you got to pray
(oh) yea, you gotta pray

Overall Meaning

In Nathan Sheridan’s song ‘Gotta Pray’, he describes the constant uphill battle that individuals face in the world today. In the first verse, Nathan sings about the never-ending difficulties faced by individuals in the world such as wars that are going on, taxes going up, and the struggle to make ends meet. He emphasizes how even though one may have money, it is never enough to cover the cost of their bills. In the chorus, Nathan urges individuals to pray for better days and blesses those who walk by faith. He states that you should pray for all those who may be lost and preach the word at any cost.


In the second verse, Nathan describes how just when things are starting to look up, individuals may encounter a setback that may knock them down. He suggests that the only way to overcome these setbacks is to ask God for his love and to get back up with renewed faith. The chorus reiterates the importance of prayer for better days and for spreading the word of God. In the bridge, Nathan enumerates that one should pray for their mother, father, loved ones, siblings, and anyone they hold dear. The third chorus emphasizes the importance of prayer once again.


The lyrics of ‘Gotta Pray’ suggest that prayer can provide individuals with the strength to overcome their difficulties and setbacks. It encourages individuals to have faith and pray for themselves as well as others. The song is a reminder that regardless of how bad things may seem, with faith and prayer, anything is possible.


Line by Line Meaning

(Oh) Yea, it seems in the world today
The world today appears to be quite crazy and tumultuous.


Everything is crazier in every way
The world is getting crazier with each passing day.


Got wars going on, taxes going up
There are wars happening and taxes are increasing rapidly.


Money in your pocket, but it’s never enough
Even when you have money, it's never enough to pay for everything.


To pay the bills, you gotta work like a slave
Working like a slave is necessary just to pay bills.


Wish upon a star, it disappears in the sky
Many times, wishes made do not come true.


Throw a penny in the well, the wells run dry
Even when you try to make things better by making a small offering, nothing changes.


(oh) gotta pray
The only solution to these problems is to pray.


Pray for better days,
Pray for an improvement in the current situation.


Blessed are the ones who walk by faith
Those who follow faith are blessed.


Pray!!
Imploring to pray harder.


Pray for all the lost,
Pray for those who have lost their way.


And preach the word at any cost
Spread the word of God no matter what.


(Oh) and a little at time it seems
Things seem to improve bit by bit.


Things are looking up for you and me
The future is looking better for everyone.


Then you get knocked down gotta get back up
When you face challenges, you have to keep going.


And ask the lord to send you his love
Seek guidance and support from God.


(oh) you gotta pray for your mother, pray for your father
Pray for those closest to you.


Pray for your lover, your sister, and your brother
Include your family members in your prayers.


(oh) you gotta pray
Emphasizing the importance of praying.




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