Sinner’s Prayer
Ray Charles Lyrics


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Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong, Lord, have mercy if you please

I used to have plenty of money, the finest clothes in town
But bad luck and trouble overtaken me, bound to get me down
Please have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong, Lord, have mercy if you please

Keep on working now, child
Lord every morning

Well if I've been a bad boy, baby, I declare I'll change my ways
I don't want bad luck and trouble to follow me all my days




Please have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong, Lord, have mercy if you

Overall Meaning

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Ray Charles's "Sinner's Prayer" is a moving and personal plea for forgiveness and redemption. The lyrics express deep regret for past actions, acknowledging that the singer has made mistakes and caused harm to others. The repeated refrain of "Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me" reflects a sense of desperation and hopelessness, as the singer implores a higher power to intervene and provide guidance and forgiveness.


The verses paint a vivid picture of the singer's struggles and hardships, from his fall from wealth and success to his acknowledgement of past mistakes and his commitment to changing his ways. The final lines, "Well if I've done somebody wrong, Lord, have mercy if you please," encapsulate the essence of the song - a plea for forgiveness and a willingness to do better.


Overall, "Sinner's Prayer" is a powerful and emotional expression of regret, humility, and a desire to be a better person. Its message is universal and relatable, as we all make mistakes and seek to improve ourselves and our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Asking for forgiveness and redemption for any wrongdoings committed.


Well if I've done somebody wrong, Lord, have mercy if you please
Acknowledging past actions that may have hurt others and asking for forgiveness.


I used to have plenty of money, the finest clothes in town
Previously enjoyed a life of wealth and luxury.


But bad luck and trouble overtaken me, bound to get me down
Experiencing a streak of misfortune and hardship that is affecting one's spirit and morale.


Please have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Continuing to request forgiveness and a sense of peace.


Keep on working now, child
Encouraging oneself to continue striving and persevering through difficulties.


Lord every morning
Starting each day with a prayer for guidance and strength.


Well if I've been a bad boy, baby, I declare I'll change my ways
Acknowledging past mistakes and resolving to make better choices in the future.


I don't want bad luck and trouble to follow me all my days
Expressing a desire to break free from negative circumstances and seeking a better future.




Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LLOYD C. GLENN, LLOYD C., SR. GLENN, LOWELL FULSON

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@theseweatheredfeathers1902

🩷God bless you all🩷
Lord have mercy, Lord please have mercy on me
Hey Lord please have mercy, Lord please have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong
Lord please have mercy if you please

You know B.B. (yeah)
I used to have plenty of money yeah, finest clothes in town
Bad luck and trouble overtaken me, bound to get me down
Oh have mercy please, please have mercy on me, yeah
Well if I've done somebody wrong
Lord won't you have mercy if you please, yeah alright

Well if I've done somebody wrong, I declare I'll change my ways
You know B.B., I don't want bad luck and trouble worry me all my days
Oh Lord have mercy please, Lord have mercy on me
Please don't, please don't
Well if I've done somebody wrong (yeah)
Have mercy if you please, oh Lord



All comments from YouTube:

@theseweatheredfeathers1902

🩷God bless you all🩷
Lord have mercy, Lord please have mercy on me
Hey Lord please have mercy, Lord please have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong
Lord please have mercy if you please

You know B.B. (yeah)
I used to have plenty of money yeah, finest clothes in town
Bad luck and trouble overtaken me, bound to get me down
Oh have mercy please, please have mercy on me, yeah
Well if I've done somebody wrong
Lord won't you have mercy if you please, yeah alright

Well if I've done somebody wrong, I declare I'll change my ways
You know B.B., I don't want bad luck and trouble worry me all my days
Oh Lord have mercy please, Lord have mercy on me
Please don't, please don't
Well if I've done somebody wrong (yeah)
Have mercy if you please, oh Lord

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This is the BEST collaboration in music, period!

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Monsters DO exist - here are two monsters of American music - Lord have MERCY!

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