Speak A Word
Ricky Dillard & New G Lyrics


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There is a voice I long to hear
Speak words of life into my ear
Speak Lord (3 Times)
(Repeat)
Lord, oh Lord, I'm crying out to you
I need to hear your voice tell me what you want me to do
Speak a word that ministers to me
A word that will release
What you have for me.
Lord, oh Lord, I'm crying out to you
I need to hear your voice tell me what you want me to do
Speak a word (Repeat 6 Times)
We Need a word from the Lord,
Just one word from the Lord.
Speak the Word (4 Times)
We Need a Word from the Lord,
Just one word from the Lord.




Speak The Word that ministers to me
A word that will release what you have for me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ricky Dillard & New G's song, "Speak a Word," express a longing for the voice of the Lord to speak life into the singer's ear. The repetition of the phrase "Speak a word" conveys urgency and desperation for guidance and direction. The singer is crying out to the Lord, expressing a need to hear His voice and receive a message that ministers to them and releases the plans and purpose God has for their life.


The phrase "ministers to me" is significant because it suggests that the singer desires a message that not only provides guidance but also provides comfort, encouragement or healing. It acknowledges that the voice of the Lord can provide emotional, spiritual and physical sustenance to the singer. The song underscores the importance of seeking the voice of the Lord and trusting in His guidance and direction.


One interesting fact about the song "Speak a Word" is that it was written by Ricky Dillard, a Grammy-nominated gospel singer, and choir director known for his signature energetic performances. The song is featured on New G's album, "10," which debuted at number one on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart.


Line by Line Meaning

There is a voice I long to hear
The singer desires to hear a specific voice.


Speak words of life into my ear
The singer wants to hear life-affirming words.


Speak Lord (3 Times)
The singer requests that the Lord speaks.


Lord, oh Lord, I'm crying out to you
The artist is pleading to the Lord.


I need to hear your voice tell me what you want me to do
The artist needs guidance from the Lord.


Speak a word that ministers to me
The singer asks the Lord for a word that will uplift and encourage them.


A word that will release
The word from the Lord will set the singer free.


What you have for me.
The Lord has something for the artist, and they want to know what it is.


Speak a word (Repeat 6 Times)
The artist continues to request a word from the Lord.


We Need a word from the Lord,
The entire group needs a word from the Lord.


Just one word from the Lord.
Even a single word from the Lord would be sufficient.


Speak The Word (4 Times)
The entire group is repeating their request for the Lord to speak.


Speak The Word that ministers to me
Again, the singer requests a word from the Lord that will bring comfort and encouragement.


A word that will release what you have for me
The word from the Lord will unlock blessings and opportunities for the singer.




Writer(s): Rick Robinson

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Jermia Cannon

God bless you and thank you all for your love and support! Keep me lifted in prayer as I continue to do the master's will!

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Live life!

love it! 11 years later!!

Tonya Slater

I love this lady. It doesn't matter what she sings it ministers to your heart and mind.

Miss V

i cant stop listening to this song its so powerful

Gregory Brown

Absolutely!!!

UKLeonie

2019 and still in my soul this song captures my senses. Speaking into my life.

Gregory Brown

Yes!

E. Harlan Harrison

Oh MY Lord! Jermia Cannon, you better do it! God spoke to me and He used you in doing so. I have always learned to hear HIS voice and I thank you for blessing me with your magnificent testimony. God bless you and please keep on inspiring us, keep on singing His praises so beautifully.

msindymusic

"When you speak a word it brings peace to a messed up mind..." That line hits hard when you've been through something!

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