Pastor Shirley has recorded over forty albums since the 60s exploring her gift and spreading messages of faith. She has participated in over 16 compilations and three gospel musicals, Mama I Want to Sing, Sing: Mama 2, and Born to Sing: Mama 3. Her credits also include a series of commercials for MCI Communications and several awards for her recordings. She has been awarded 11 Grammy Awards, 13 Stellar Awards, 18 Doves, 3 RIAA gold certifications, an Essence Award, McDonald's Golden Circle Lifetime Achievement Award, NAACP Achievement Award, SESAC Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Pastor Shirley has made several notable appearances including the televised Live from Disney World Night of Joy, the Gospel According to VH-1, a White House performance for George Bush, and a speech on the Evolution of Gospel Music to the US Treasury Department.
She has blessed so many around the world and will remain an example.
Feel the Spirit
Shirley Caesar Lyrics
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Moving inside of me
Guiding my footsteps
Every day
Oh, What A Joyful
Revelation
Just to know that
Bridge with the Break-down of the choir vocal parts
moving inside (Sopranos 1st, then Altos 2nd, and Tenors 3rd)
I can feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st) inside of me (Altos 2nd and Tenors 3rd)
with the Lead
Feel the spirit (I can feel the spirit)
Moving inside of me (moving inside of me)
Guiding my footsteps (Guiding me footsteps)
Every day (Every, Every day)
Oh, What A Joyful (Joyyyyy)
Revelation (Revelation)
Just to know that (Just to know that)
Bridge with the Break-down of the choir vocal parts
I can feel his spirit (I can feel his spirit, moving inside of me,
Ooooh yes, I can feel the spirit),
moving inside (Sopranos 1st, then Altos 2nd, and Tenors 3rd)
I can feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st) inside of me (Altos 2nd and Tenors 3rd)
Lead Singer Part I
Every time I feel the spirit
Moving in my soul
I will never cease to praise him
I give him full control well
I belong to him and he belongs to me yes, he does
Bridge with the Break-down of the choir vocal parts
I can feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st, then Altos 2nd, and Tenors 3rd)
I can feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st) inside of me (Altos 2nd and Tenors 3rd)
Repeat the Chorus & Bridge with the
Break-down of the choir vocal parts
Lead Singer Part II
Amazing Grace
How Sweet the Sound
That saved a wretch like Me
I once was lost but now I'm found
Was blind but now I see
What a wonderful change
That has taken place in my life, OOoooo
Moven, moving inside, inside of me Repeat
Feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st, then Altos 2nd, and Tenors 3rd)
Feel his spirit,
moving inside (Sopranos 1st) Inside of me (Altos 2nd and Tenors 3rd)
Every time I feel the spirit moving inside of me
I will never cease to praise him hallelujah
Every time I feel the spirit moving inside of me
I will never cease to praise Him hallelujah
Hallelujah hallelujah hal·le·lu·jah
Hallelujah hallelujah hal·le·lu·jah hal·le·lu·jah
The lyrics to Shirley Caesar's song "Feel the Spirit" reflect a deep spiritual connection with the divine. The song expresses the joy and upliftment that comes with feeling the presence of the Holy Spirit within, guiding and directing the singer's footsteps every day. The choir's break-down vocal parts emphasize the emotional intensity of this experience, as they repeat in unison the phrase "I can feel his spirit, moving inside of me," conveying a sense of communal solidarity in this shared encounter with the divine.
The lead singer's part further emphasizes the personal nature of this experience, as she declares her unyielding commitment to praising God and living a life fully surrendered to his will. The inclusion of the traditional hymn "Amazing Grace" toward the end of the song adds another layer of spiritual depth, reinforcing the theme of divine grace and redemption that runs throughout the lyrics. Overall, the song is a powerful expression of faith and devotion, calling the listener to join in the experience of feeling the spirit move within.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the spirit
I am aware of the presence of the Holy Spirit
Moving inside of me
I feel the Spirit's presence within me
Guiding my footsteps
The Holy Spirit is directing my path
Every day
This presence is continuous
Oh, What A Joyful
This realization brings immense happiness to me
Revelation
This awareness is a profound and enlightening message from God
I can feel his spirit,
I am attuned to the Holy Spirit's presence
moving inside (Sopranos 1st, then Altos 2nd, and Tenors 3rd)
The choir also recognizes this presence and each of us feels the Spirit's guidance
inside of me (Altos 2nd and Tenors 3rd)
We all feel the Holy Spirit's presence within ourselves
Every time I feel the spirit
Whenever I become aware of the Holy Spirit's presence
Moving in my soul
When I sense the Holy Spirit touching my heart and mind
I will never cease to praise him
I will always give thanks to God
I give him full control
I surrender all control to Him
Well, I belong to him and he belongs to me yes, he does
I am God's and He is mine, our connection is eternal
Amazing Grace
An acknowledgment of God's unmerited favor towards us
How Sweet the Sound
The joy that salvation brings
That saved a wretch like Me
God's grace has redeemed me in spite of my sins
I once was lost but now I'm found
I was spiritually lost, but now I am saved and found by God
Was blind but now I see
I was spiritually blind, but now I can see through the light of Christ
What a wonderful change
The transformation achieved through faith in Christ is a wondrous event
That has taken place in my life, OOoooo
This change has had a profound effect on my life
Hallelujah hallelujah hal·le·lu·jah
Praise be to God
Hallelujah hallelujah hal·le·lu·jah hal·le·lu·jah
A repeated exaltation of God's mercy and grace
Writer(s): loris holland
Contributed by Noah R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RiverMandela
I grew up on this song !! loved it then and love it now !!!! This song is annointed !!!
Marvin Wicks
My grandmother used to play Gospel music really loudly and this is one of those songs that I actually liked.
Anthony Ewing
Classic! Let me say they dont make Gospel music like this anymore. I was 7 years old when this song was created! One of Big Mama's Favorites God bless her!
RiverMandela
Anthony Ewing I was 12 years old living Germany and I played this song often!!!!
A.R. Lee/gospelmusiclover542
I love this album!!!
trinipuppy
me toooooooooo
Sheree Dupree
I love Pastor Shirley Caesar always
Lejon Andrew
I truly love this song Shirley Caesar singing feel the spirit moving in side me and the Thompson community choir to me church at home love it love it love it
Maikeru Israel
Love the choir on this version.
CleanteamofNY
I was a choir member when this song was released before Shirley Ceasar recorded this song for her album and she has been to Pilgrim several times and knows the pastor and some of members very well!