Kelly has also produced and performed in many tracks by other R&B and hip-hop artists. In 1994, Kelly produced and wrote the debut album of R&B singer Aaliyah and in 1995, Kelly co-produced and wrote the song "You Are Not Alone" for Michael Jackson, which was included on Jackson's album, HIStory. Kelly has sung the hooks for many notable hip-hop songs, such as "Fuckin' You Tonight" by The Notorious B.I.G., "We Thuggin'" by Fat Joe, "Gigolo" by Nick Cannon, and "Go Getta" by Young Jeezy, and has collaborated for two albums with Jay-Z.
Heal It
R. Kelly Lyrics
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There's a sickness in the land, so heaven heal it
Ohh there's a sickness in the land, so we're reaching up our hands
Heaven we need , you to heal it
There's a child crying out right now
Oh Heaven we need you to heal it
Oh there's a child crying out right now
Heaven send your angels down
Put peace in your heart right now
Ohh, We need (we need) you to (you to) heal it (heal it)
Oh Heaven, We need (we need) you to (you to) heal it
All the Land heaven, We need (heaven we need) you to (you to) heal it
Heal the land, We need (we need) you (you, you) to heal it
Ouh America
Heal it
And all the nations
Heal it
Politics yeah
Heal it
Families
Heal it
Planet Earth
Heaven we need you to heal it
In this song, R. Kelly is addressing the negative state of different aspects of our society and the world as a whole. He starts by acknowledging that there is a sickness prevalent in the land, and that heaven is the only one who can heal it. The repetition in the opening lines serves to emphasize the urgency of the situation and how widespread the issue is.
The second verse specifically addresses the plight of children, who are often some of the most vulnerable members of our society. He acknowledges that there are children crying out for help right now and that heaven is their only source of hope for healing. He continues to call on heaven to send angels to bring peace to the hearts of those who are suffering.
The chorus of the song reinforces the message of the verses, with a repeated plea for heaven to heal the land, all the nations, politics, families, and the planet as a whole. The song conveys a sense of frustration with the state of the world and a need for divine intervention to make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a sickness in the land, so heaven heal it
The world is suffering from a terrible malady and we implore heaven to cure it.
There's a child crying out right now
Amidst all the strife, there is a vulnerable being weeping and pleading for help.
Oh Heaven we need you to heal it
We seek divine intervention to remedy the perils we are facing.
Heaven send your angels down
We beseech divine agents to descend from the heavens and bring succor.
Put peace in your heart right now
May tranquility take root in your soul at this moment.
All the Land heaven, We need (heaven we need) you to (you to) heal it
The entire world requires divine intervention to alleviate its afflictions.
Heal the land, We need (we need) you (you, you) to heal it
May the earth be healed, and we pray to the divine powers to accomplish this.
Ouh America Heal it And all the nations Heal it Politics yeah Heal it Families Heal it Planet Earth Heaven we need you to heal it
This sick world needs healing; America, all countries, politics, families, and the planet earth are all in need of divine intervention.
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bobisco Billion
There's a sickness in the land, so heaven heal it
There's a sickness in the land, so heaven heal it
Ohh there's a sickness in the land, so we're reaching up our hands
Heaven we need, you to heal it
There's a child crying out right now
Oh Heaven we need you to heal it
Oh there's a child crying out right now
Heaven we need you to, heal it
Heaven send your angels down
Put peace in your heart right now
Ohh, We need (we need) you to (you to) heal it (heal it)
Oh Heaven, We need (we need) you to (you to) heal it
All the Land heaven, We need (heaven we need) you to (you to) heal it
Heal the land, We need (we need) you (you, you) to heal it
Ouh America
Heal it
And all the nations
Heal it
Politics yeah
Heal it
Families
Heal it
Planet Earth
Heaven we need you to heal it
shalissa sneed
No matter what and how you perceive this man,someone need to get this to radio stations. This need to be heard by a crying nation. Great video. God’s blessings be upon you.
Nicholas Toppin
I said the same thing this song touches. My heart I know it will touch the nation heart all they got to do is hear it
Georgia Martin
Amen Amen and Amen to that.
AwakenedLife WTR: Preeminence
Your gift has been for you to glorify God. It's clear you know He's real in working through you. ALL of your gospel songs have been annointed. I pray for your deliverance, restoration, and rededication always!!! Come Jesus, do it for your kingdom. Do it for R Kelly🙏❤
The Earth Boss Lady
The land🗺 will not only be heal , but you will be set free. Gods anointing is upon you. You have touched many hearts with this song.🙏😧
Engracia Kadima
God fortified this man, protect him🙏🙏🙏
Nicholas Toppin
They need to get this song to radio stations right now this song will touch your heart
Georgetta Davis
AMEN YESSSSSS HEAVEN WE NEED YOU TO HEAL OUR LAND🙏🏾❤
Deneen Booker
Give me goose bumps while I'm going ng through this pandamic,it's tuff
Bentley Akabueze
They won't do that.
Because of the conspiracy In the heart of wicked men