Can't You See
Rev. Cleophus Robinson Lyrics

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I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the (the Lord my God has done for me) Lord has done for me
I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the Lord (the Lord my God has done for me) has done for me
I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the Lord (the Lord my God has done for me) has done for me
You know he brought me (well from a mighty, a mighty long way) from a mighty long way

Every, every now and then (every now and then)
My soul (oh my soul look back from one lone, lone, lone, lone, lonesome road)) look back down that lone
How, (how Jesus brought) He brought me (how Jesus brought) through many (through many dangers, toils and snares)

Though my soul (Soul look back and wonder, oh lord, what the Lord has done for me)
Sometimes, sometimes my way gets so dark (may way get dark)
My road (oh my road) get rough (rough and rocky) and I can?t (I can?t find peace or comfort anywhere)
But I call (I call Jesus) call Jesus (I call Jesus) for I know (I know the Lord, He?ll answer my prayer)
Know my soul, Oh
What the Lord has done for me

I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the (the Lord my God has done for me) Lord has done for me
I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the Lord (the Lord my God has done for me) has done for me

I can see (see so much) so much (see so much) what the Lord (the Lord my God has done for me) has done for me
You know he brought me (well from a mighty, a mighty long way) from a mighty long way

Overall Meaning

The song "I Can See So Much" by Rev. Cleophus Robinson is a powerful gospel song that reflects on the goodness and faithfulness of God. The lyrics seem to be a personal testimony of the singer, expressing gratitude and awe at what God has done in his life.

The first verse begins with the repeated phrase "I can see so much," suggesting that the singer has a clear vision of God's blessings in his life. He acknowledges that it is the Lord, his God, who has brought him from a "mighty long way." This phrase implies that the singer has faced significant challenges or struggles in his life, and that God has been instrumental in helping him overcome them.

The second verse continues in a similar vein, with the singer reflecting on the times of darkness and difficulty that he has faced. He describes his road as "rough and rocky," and expresses a sense of desperation in not being able to find peace or comfort anywhere. However, he ultimately turns to Jesus, knowing that the Lord will answer his prayers.

Overall, the song is a testament to the power of faith and the importance of recognizing and giving thanks for the blessings in our lives. It emphasizes the role of God in helping us overcome adversity and find comfort and peace.

Line by Line Meaning

I can see so much what the Lord has done for me
I am able to perceive and appreciate the many blessings that the Lord my God has bestowed upon me

You know he brought me from a mighty long way
The Lord has brought me from a very distant and difficult place in my life

Every now and then my soul look back down that lone
Occasionally, my spirit reflects upon the solitary and challenging path that I have traveled

How He brought me through many dangers, toils and snares
I am grateful for the times that Jesus has guided and protected me through numerous threatening and arduous situations

Soul look back and wonder, oh lord, what the Lord has done for me
My soul reflects upon the amazing things that the Lord has done for me, and I am filled with awe and wonder

Sometimes my way gets so dark
At times, my journey becomes very obscure and difficult

My road get rough and rocky, and I can?t find peace or comfort anywhere
My path becomes very rugged and uncomfortable, and I struggle to find any sense of tranquility or solace

But I call Jesus, for I know the Lord, He?ll answer my prayer
Even in the midst of adversity, I turn to Jesus because I trust that the Lord will respond to my petitions

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CLEOPHUS ROBINSON

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