"I always had a desire to lead people in worship," Roy says, "I love it when people get caught up in worship. There are times when we are worshipping that I sense his approval-and that's what it's about- doing what is pleasing to the Lord. It's during these intimate times with the Lord that people's lives are being transformed."
Looking back on his early days as a budding musician and worship leader, Fields is still surprised by the orchestrating hand that God carefully prepared him for his current position. "I had no idea how far and where the Lord would take me in this journey, especially knowing some of the difficulties that I had encountered. But, I realize that there is no limit with God. Not knowing is actually becoming a comfort to me because I know it allows God to be the ultimate director."
In the winter of 1995, Roy went on a mission's trip to Africa with a good friend of his named Rudi Louw (from South Africa). He traveled abroad to Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, & Zambia. There he ministered in several villages and cities. He saw signs, wonders, and miracles happen. It changed his life forever. There was a school of 1,000 students that by the end of the week were attending these meetings that Roy was having on their campus. God told Roy through a prophet of the Lord 2 years prior to this trip that he would do this with Roy to show him that he is no respecter of persons. He can use anyone. Roy did not have a guitar or piano at these meetings, only his voice and a whole lot of expectant youth who were in anticipation to see God move. And, God moved mightily.
Roy began leading worship at age 14 and had a couple of bands that he had formed. One was called "REVELATION" and the other was called "SELAH" The band scene never really worked out for Roy as his heart was really worship, not performance.
At 21, Fields was spending part of his time playing the guitar & piano with worship leaders such as Nick Coetzee and making frequent trips to the Brownsville Revival where world renown worship leader Lindell Cooley would lead. Roy was very taken in by the passion that Lindell had for the Lord in his worship. It really changed everything about the way Roy worshiped. Fields and Cooley are great friends today.
Within 2 months of moving from upstate New York and moving to Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Roy met his wife Melanie. He went on to lead worship in a local church located in Niceville, FL and from there, Fields and his wife stepped out into fulltime ministry in the summer of 2005. They moved out of their house and gave everything away because they knew that God had called them. After traveling for close to 4 years down the east coast of America from Maine to Florida, Roy found himself in Lakeland, Florida in the summer of 2008 ministering to a global audience of over 100 million viewers by way of the Internet and television as well as over one hundred thousand people attending those meetings. In just 3 years Fields has independently sold over 30,000 copies worldwide of his music albums WE ARE THE GENERATION & LESS OF ME along with his other studio cut CDs. Roy and his wife along with his 2 children still remain traveling on the road today globally to the nations and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through worship. The heart of Roy's ministry is really to make Jesus famous.
Rain Down
Roy Fields Lyrics
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Feels like the winds are gonna change
Beneath my feet the earth is ready
I know it's time for heavens rain
It's going to rain
'Cause it's living water we desire
Flood our hearts with holy fire
Rain down all around the world we're singing
Rain down, can you hear the earth is singing?
Rain down, my heart is tired but still I'm singing
Rain down, rain it down
Back at the start my heart was heavy
Feels like it's time to dream again
I see the clouds and yes I'm ready
To dance upon this barren land
Open my hand
'Cause it's living water we desire
Flood our hearts with holy fire
The lyrics of the song ‘Rain Down’ by Roy Fields are a call for the coming of the Holy Spirit to refresh and renew the lives of people who are in need of spiritual rejuvenation. The song starts with a description of the imminent arrival of a rainstorm that will shift and alter the course of things. The metaphorical significance of rain in the song stands for the presence of God and the Holy Spirit that brings renewal and revival to the hearts of people. The lines "Beneath my feet, the earth is ready, I know it's time for heaven's rain" portray the sense of anticipation and readiness of the souls who are in need of the divine touch of God’s love.
The chorus of the song is a repeated plea to the Holy Spirit to rain down on earth and fill the hearts of people with the living water of God. The phrase "Rain down all around the world we're singing" suggests that the song is not just an expression of the singer's personal desires, but a call for the global community of believers to come together in unison and seek the presence of God. The song's final verse "Back at the start my heart was heavy, feels like it's time to dream again, I see the clouds and yes I'm ready, to dance upon this barren land" affirms the singer's faith that the Holy Spirit's coming blessings will revive his spirituality and bring new beginnings.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are a call for the renewal of individuals' and the global community's spiritual lives and a reaffirmation of faith in the life-giving power of the Holy Spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
It looks like tonight the sky is heavy
I can sense an impending rainfall tonight, the clouds are thick and ready to pour
Feels like the winds are gonna change
The atmosphere is restless and a change is imminent
Beneath my feet the earth is ready
I can feel the ground preparing to soak up the water it needs
I know it's time for heavens rain
This is the perfect moment for the heavens to pour their rain on us
It's going to rain
Our desire for fresh water will soon be met
'Cause it's living water we desire
We crave for water that can nourish and give us life
Flood our hearts with holy fire
Renew our spirits and ignite our passion for God
Rain down all around the world we're singing
We're calling for rain to fall everywhere while we rejoice and sing
Rain down, can you hear the earth is singing?
The earth is ready to receive water and is singing in anticipation
Rain down, my heart is tired but still I'm singing
Even though my heart is weary, I'm still praising and calling for rain
Rain down, rain it down
We're pleading for the rain to fall on us and quench our thirst
Back at the start my heart was heavy
In the past, my heart was burdened and weighed down
Feels like it's time to dream again
I'm hopeful and optimistic that it's time to pursue my dreams
I see the clouds and yes I'm ready
I can see the clouds forming and I'm eager to receive the rain
To dance upon this barren land
To rejoice and celebrate on this land that was once lifeless
Open my hand
I surrender myself and my desires to God
Contributed by Charlie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Desiree Fortune
ROY I LOVE THIS SONG, PLAY IT DAILY, CAN'T STOP LISTENING TO IT, THERE'S SUCH AN ANOINTING ON ALL YOUR SONGS, REALLY HOLY SPIRIT INSPIRED 🙌🙏🔥🔥🔥
Ana claudia Veloso dos Santos
Boa noite,pastor Parabéns 🇧🇷👏👏👏👏
Myron Thomas
Man, that song is jumping. Praising God for His goodness. Enjoyed Leonard Jones for adding his flavor to this song.
kogie naidoo
Thank you again Bro Roy.. I love this Song can hear it everyday Thank you for Gracing Us with all anointed holy Spirit Songs in S.A. Faith Revival
Adler-Dienst
This is a hit sooooooo good, watching from Switzerland
rosaria monaco
Roy grazie, Dio ti benedica 🙏
Alfa
Roy sang this exact medley is South Africa Johannesburg, service never moved from worship to preaching just stayed there for hours man South Africa is not the same anymore thank you Jesus
Thank you brother Roy for being part of revival in Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
sally edgar
That is so very tragic. Elevating emotional self focused ‘feel good’ partying over preaching and teaching God’s Word. 😢 Where is the Gospel? Where is Jesus?
D T
I really like this version, thanks for sharing, greetings from Ireland, Jesus came to set the captives free..
Wayne Freeman
Come to Wales AGAIN Relight these Fires Lord through Roy. God bless you dear Brother.