Effortlessly combining folk, reggae, soul and blues, the singer/songwriter/guitarist , Patrice, exploded onto the music scene with his phenomenal testimonial debut Lions E.P in 1999 aged just 18. With the deep lyrical content and social conscience resonating within his work, Patrice alludes to his late father (a Sierra Leonian political activist and poet) and Bob Marley as the greatest influences on his music. Lions, with its tales of love and social rhetoric coupled with raw acoustic production, perfectly showcased Patrices distinctive fusion of lyrics, sounds and genres. After supporting Lauryn Hill on her much acclaimed Miseducation of Tour, Patrice released his critically acclaimed first album Ancient Spirits in 2000 (European sales in excess of 150,000)
Since 2001, Patrice has toured relentlessly and wooed audiences at gigs across Europe, USA and Africa. Whether solo, acoustic or with his band Shashamani, a big combination of humour, B-boy stage antics, and incredible musicianship have thus far made Patrices live shows a highlight of his career. Five years on, his reputation has been cemented with show stopping headline performances alongside Youssouf N'Dour in Senegal, Manu Chao and Damon Albarn at The Festival In The Desert and the Tamika Reggae Awards in New York amongst many others.
His second largely self produced album How Do You Call It (released in Europe September 2002) saw Patrice evolving his sound with a rich melange of Hip Hop, Soul and Reggae which underpinned twelve well crafted songs. Recorded over a two-month period in Jamaica and with 3 tracks produced in London with Cameron McVey, Massive Attack, Youssouf N'Dour, Andu Baraganescu and Neneh Cherry, How Do You Call It further cemented his unique niche in todays diverse musical landscape. The LP also spawned the Pan European hit Sunshine.
Nile, Patrice's third and most current album (named after the river Nile, representing Life in the African continent) is truly a bold undertaking and can be described as a work of astounding maturity, sincerity and sensitivity. Whether rocking to the amped guitar, explosive drums and African percussion behind Africanize Dem or soaking up the beautiful rendition of the obscure Wailers track It Hurts To Be Alone it's clear that experimentation has lent his work an undeniable urgency and freshness. The present single Soulstorm has provided Patrice with another European hit. The majority of 2005 was spent performing to sell out audiences throughout Europe which included his first headlined show for all the UK fans at The Borderline, in London, and perhaps the pinnacle of his career so far, playing in front of the 6,000 fans who filled out the Zenith in Paris. In the summer of 2006 Patrice released a live DVD which gives the audience an exclusive look at how Nile was recorded, rehearsed and performed throughout the world.
Praise His Name
Patrice Lyrics
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The way we do things from the heart
When we're being who we really are
That's the way we're praising the Lord
Praise your name
Without shame
With melodies
Make them believe
With a firm grip you keep that sand in your hand
Until it slips all through your fingers again
By moving fast, you think the world moves slow
Wake up, man, you ain't got no control
So, I've seen it many times
And we always come over
'Cause we don't quit
No, we don't stop
And we don't scare
I've seen so many signs
And now I know what to go for
'Cause we don't quit
No, we don't stop
(We don't stop)
And we don't scare
Praise your name
Without shame
With melodies
That make the people believe
Praise his name
Without shame
With melodies
That make the people believe
The lyrics of Patrice's song "Praise His Name" are about living a life of true praise and worship to God. The first verse describes how our actions and behavior are a reflection of our praise to God. When we live out our true selves with pure intention, we are inherently praising and glorifying Him. It's not simply about singing songs or attending church services, but about the authenticity of our lives in all areas.
The chorus encourages the listener to praise God without shame and to let their melodies be a testimony to others, moving them to a place of belief. We are not supposed to hide our worship or be ashamed of it, but rather boldly proclaim His greatness and goodness through our artistry and lifestyle.
The second verse serves as a reminder that while we may strive for control over our lives, it is ultimately God who holds it all. We have to be willing to let go of our grip and trust in Him, knowing that He will guide and direct us. The verse continues by encouraging perseverance in our walk with God, despite the obstacles and challenges we may face along the way.
Overall, the message of "Praise His Name" is one of true worship and surrender to God, living a life that truly reflects the glory and honor He deserves.
Line by Line Meaning
It's in the way we walk, the way we talk
Our actions and words should reflect our praise for God
The way we do things from the heart
Our actions should come from a genuine place of faith and love for God
When we're being who we really are
We should not pretend to be someone we're not in order to please others or God
That's the way we're praising the Lord
Being true to ourselves and our faith is the best way to express our praise for God
With a firm grip you keep that sand in your hand
Holding onto things too tightly will cause them to slip away eventually
Until it slips all through your fingers again
No matter how hard we try, we cannot hold onto anything forever
By moving fast, you think the world moves slow
When we are in a rush, time seems to slow down and we may miss important things
Wake up, man, you ain't got no control
We do not have complete control over our lives and must rely on God's plan
So, I've seen it many times
The artist has witnessed these ideas and concepts many times before
And we always come over
Despite challenges, we always overcome them with faith and perseverance
'Cause we don't quit
We do not give up or lose hope
No, we don't stop
We keep going, even when things are tough
And we don't scare
We are not afraid, because we put our trust in God
I've seen so many signs
The singer has noticed signs of God's presence and guidance in their life
And now I know what to go for
Through their experiences, the singer has gained clarity on what is important in life
'Cause we don't quit
We remain resilient and faithful, even when faced with challenges
No, we don't stop
We continue to persevere and move forward in our faith
(We don't stop)
Repeats the idea that we keep going in our faith
And we don't scare
We are not afraid, because we trust in God
Praise your name
Exhortation to God to be praised
Without shame
We should not be ashamed of our faith or expressing praise for God
With melodies
Music can be a powerful way to express our faith and praise for God
That make the people believe
Our songs of praise can inspire others to believe in God
Praise his name
Exhortation to God to be praised
Without shame
We should not be ashamed of our faith or expressing praise for God
With melodies
Music can be a powerful way to express our faith and praise for God
That make the people believe
Our songs of praise can inspire others to believe in God
Contributed by Cole G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.