World-class composer, pianist and arranger, Richard Smallwood has clearly and solidly changed the face of Gospel music. He can impeccably blend classical movements with Traditional Gospel, and arrive at a mix that is invariably Smallwood's alone. A diverse and innovative artist, Richard Smallwood has achieved many honors; Dove Awards, Stellar Awards and a Grammy also attest to his talents.
Angels
Richard Smallwood Lyrics
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There's protection all around
Under the refuge of God's wings
Security is found
For there are angels watchin' you
To keep you in all of your ways
Keeping you from stumbling, so don't be afraid
God's appointed angels, watching over me
Angel watching over me
Angel watching over me, yeah
Unseen hands guiding me
Though my storm and through my rain, oh
Healing hands holding me
Through the darkness of my pain
Wings of loving hands
Around me so I will not fear
For I can feel the presence covering me
Nothing but angels watching over me
Angels watching over, over, over, over, over, over me
Angels watching over me (watching over me)
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All night (all night)
All day (all day)
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Me my Lord (me my Lord)
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The lyrics to Richard Smallwood's song "Angels" speak to the idea of divine protection and guidance through life's challenges. The first verse establishes that there is safety in the "refuge of God's wings," and that angels are watching over the listener to keep them from stumbling. The second verse continues this theme of protection, with "unseen hands" guiding the listener through storms and pain, and "wings of loving hands" providing comfort and security. Throughout the song, the refrain repeats the phrase "angels watching over me" as a reminder of this protective presence.
The repetition of "all night, all day" in the bridge reinforces the idea that the listener is never alone, with angels watching over them both day and night. The final chorus is a powerful repetition of the main theme, with the title phrase "angels watching over me" repeated multiple times to build a sense of reassurance and safety.
Overall, the song's message is one of faith and trust in a higher power to provide protection and guidance through life's challenges. The imagery of angelic beings serves as a concrete manifestation of this abstract concept, providing a comforting sense of security even in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Through danger seen and unseen
Even when there are visible and invisible dangers, there is still protection.
There's protection all around
The protection we have comes from all directions.
Under the refuge of God's wings
Beneath the security and protection of God.
Security is found
We are safe, and we can find a sense of calm in life.
For there are angels watchin' you
Angels look out for us.
To keep you in all of your ways
Angels guide us in our lives.
Keeping you from stumbling, so don't be afraid
Even when we are unsure, we will not fall.
God's appointed angels, watching over me
Angels have been assigned to watch over us.
Angels watchin' over me
Angels are always looking out for us.
Unseen hands guiding me
We are helped and guided even when we cannot see it.
Though my storm and through my rain, oh
Even during difficult times, we have help.
Healing hands holding me
We are comforted and supported in times of pain.
Through the darkness of my pain
During times of personal struggle, we still have support.
Wings of loving hands
We are surrounded by comforting and loving support.
Around me so I will not fear
We can be free from fear because of the support we have.
For I can feel the presence covering me
We are reminded of the help we have and feel its presence.
Nothing but angels watching over me
The only thing that we have looking out for us is angels.
All night (all night)
Throughout the whole night
All day (all day)
Throughout the whole day
Me my Lord (me my Lord)
Me, under the guidance and protection of God
And all night (all night)
Through the whole night
And all day (all day)
Through the whole day
Angels watching over (angels watching over)
Angels are always watching us.
All night
Throughout the entire night.
All day
Throughout the entire day.
Watching over me
Continuously looking out for me.
Thank you, thank you
Gratefulness for the help and protection that we receive.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Richard Lee Smallwood
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