Mullen established a mentor group for girls called “The Baby Girls Club”. She and her husband, David A. Mullen, are youth leaders in their local church, tutor inner-city youth, and participate in Across America summer camp for inner city youth. Mullen is also active with the International Needs Network Ghana, an organization that works to free Trokosi slaves in Ghana.
Mullen is the only black artist to win the Dove Award for Song of the Year, in 1998 and 2001.
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Nicole C. Mullen Lyrics
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Went down to Birmingham, Alabama
There I went to the Museum Of Civil Rights
And got a lesson in suffering
There I saw the likes of Rosa Parks
Medgar Evers, Dr. Martin Luther King
And I got all emotional singin'
So now, I'm looking for a boy, looking for a girl
Who's got a dream inside to change the world
Give me a lady, come on give me a man
Who's strong enough to take a stand
And be a black light, a candle in the darkness
We need some more, black light, courageous and strong
'Till there is no more bigotry and madness
All it takes is a spark, and the fire will burn on and on
I stood on my front porch with all the lights out
Guess what I was seeing
There was a myriad of diamonds flung out
Across a velvet sky
And it served to remind me
Of the perseverance of those before me
'Cause the darker the night
The brighter the star lights are gonna shine
So I'm looking for a boy, looking for a girl
Who's got a dream inside to change the world
Give me a lady, come on give me a man
Who's strong enough to take a stand
And be a black light, a candle in the darkness
We need some more, black light, courageous and strong
'Till there is no more bigotry and madness
All it takes is a spark and the fire will burn on and on
I said the fire will burn on and on
You know the fire will burn on and on
Well, I need more
Black light, black light, black light, black light
Black light, black light, black light, black light
Black light, black light, black light, black light
Black light, black light, black light, black light
The song "Black Light" by Nicole C. Mullen is a tribute to the Civil Rights Movement and the individuals who played a significant role in it. The lyrics describe the singer's experience visiting the Museum of Civil Rights in Birmingham, Alabama where she saw the likes of Rosa Parks, Medgar Evers, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The emotions stirred in her during her visit and the memories of those who persevered before her, serving as a reminder that in the darkest of times, there is always a light that shines brighter.
The singer then calls out for individuals who have a dream to change the world, whether male or female, to be a "black light" - a candle in the darkness. She pleads for more individuals who are courageous and strong enough to take a stand against the bigotry and madness that still exists in society. The singer echoes the sentiment that all it takes is a spark, and that fire will burn on and on, lighting the way for future generations.
The lyrics of "Black Light" serve as a reminder of the importance of the Civil Rights Movement and the individuals who fought for change. The song encourages people of all backgrounds to continue the fight for equality and to be that "black light" that shines in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
Hopped in my car
I got in my car and drove
Went down to Birmingham, Alabama
I traveled to Birmingham, Alabama
There I went to the Museum Of Civil Rights
I visited the Museum of Civil Rights
And got a lesson in suffering
I gained knowledge about the suffering of others
There I saw the likes of Rosa Parks
I saw exhibits about Rosa Parks
Medgar Evers, Dr. Martin Luther King
I learned about Medgar Evers and Dr. Martin Luther King
And I got all emotional singin'
I became emotional while singing
"We shall overcome, let freedom ring"
I sang the song 'We Shall Overcome' and 'Let Freedom Ring'
So now, I'm looking for a boy, looking for a girl
I am searching for anyone
Who's got a dream inside to change the world
Who has a dream to make a positive difference in the world
Give me a lady, come on give me a man
I want someone who is brave and determined
Who's strong enough to take a stand
They need to have the strength to stand up for what is right
And be a black light, a candle in the darkness
They need to be a guiding light, shining in the darkness
We need some more, black light, courageous and strong
We need more inspiring people, who are brave and strong
'Till there is no more bigotry and madness
Until there is no more hatred or insanity
All it takes is a spark, and the fire will burn on and on
It only takes one person to start a movement that will continue to grow
I stood on my front porch with all the lights out
I was on my front porch with no lights on
Guess what I was seeing
I saw something surprising
There was a myriad of diamonds flung out
I saw lots of stars in the sky
Across a velvet sky
The sky was soft and dark
And it served to remind me
It made me remember
Of the perseverance of those before me
It reminded me of the determination of those who came before me
'Cause the darker the night
The darker the night gets
The brighter the star lights are gonna shine
The stars shine more brightly in a darker sky
Well, I need more
I want more
Black light, black light, black light, black light
People who are guiding lights in the darkness
Black light, black light, black light, black light
People who inspire others with their courage and strength
Black light, black light, black light, black light
People who fight against bigotry and insanity
Black light, black light, black light, black light
People who start movements that continue to grow
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: David Mullen, David A. Mullen, Nicole C. Mullen, Nicole Coleman Mullen
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Michelle Andrews in Jesus name who I praise and worship
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I Love your complete utter passion for OUR LORD OUR GOD! Your voice is amazing and I love to lift my voice into my GOD and King while singing your worship songs to him for his Glory. Thank you Nichole!