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.
He
Shirley Caesar Lyrics
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He's a friend of mine,
There was a time, I didn't believe at all,
Then one day, I had to give him a call,
There I was lying flat on my back,
The doctor said, I had a heart attack,
I said a prayer, before I went to sleep,
Oh,
He's a friend of mine, ( He's a friend of mine, )
He's a friend of mine, ( I want everybody to know it, )
He's a friend of mine, ( Yeah, He is. )
He's a friend of mine, ( He is a friend of mine, )
I don't say much, but I speak to Him every day,
He's always there, to help me find my way,
I don't deny, our close association,
He helps me out, of any situation,
If you read the book, of Revelations,
You'll find that He's, your only salvation,
Oh,
He's a friend of mine, ( Yeah, )
He's a friend of mine, ( I want everybody to know, )
He's a friend of mine, ( He is a friend of mine, )
He's a friend of mine, ( Ooh, He is a friend of mine, )
I don't deny, our close association,
He helps me out, of any situation,
If you read the book, of Revelations,
You'll find that He's, your only salvation,
He's a friend of mine, (He's a friend of mine, )
He's a friend of mine, ( I want everybody to know, )
He's a friend of mine, ( He is a friend of mine, )
He's a friend of mine, ( A friend, )
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He's a friend of mine, ( Oooh, )
He's a friend of mine, ( Everybody's friend, )
He's a friend of mine, ( Everyday, in every way, )
He's a friend of mine, (Every way, a friend of mine, )
He's a friend of mine, (He is a friend of mine, )
He's in my heart,
He is,
He's in my mind,
All the time,
He's all I need,
He's a friend of mine, (Don't you need a friend,)
He's a friend of mine,
He's a friend of mine, ( Don't you need a friend,)
He's a friend of mine, (Don't you need a friend,)
He's a friend of mine,
He's a friend of mine, ( Don't you need a friend,)
The lyrics to Shirley Caesar's song "He" are a testament to the singer's love and devotion to God. The song starts with Caesar reflecting on a time when she didn't believe in God, but a health scare prompted her to pray and ask for help. The song continues with Caesar expressing her gratitude for God's assistance in her life and declaring that He is her constant companion. The chorus repeats the line "He's a friend of mine" several times, emphasizing the intimacy of Caesar's relationship with God and her desire for others to know and understand this as well.
Through her lyrics, Caesar is encouraging her listeners to cultivate their own relationships with God and to rely on Him in times of trouble. She talks about how she speaks to God every day, and how He is always there to help her find her way. Caesar also references the book of Revelations, which mentions that God is the only path to salvation. Overall, the song is a powerful testimony to Caesar's faith and the strength that it provides her.
Line by Line Meaning
He's a friend of mine,
The one being referred to is someone who can be undeniably trusted and greatly valued.
There was a time, I didn't believe at all,
There was a time when I didn't have faith in anyone or anything at all.
Then one day, I had to give him a call,
But one day, I found myself in a dire situation and had to reach out to this friend of mine.
If you read the book, of Revelations, You'll find that He's, your only salvation,
According to the book of Revelations, the person being referred to is the only means of salvation.
He's in my heart, He is, He's in my mind, All the time, He's all I need,
The person referred to occupies a central place in my life and is always on my mind.
Don't you need a friend,
This question implies that everyone needs a friend like the one being referred to in the song.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: T. G. CONWAY, STONE DIAMOND MUSIC CORPORATIO, ALLAN WAYNE FELDER, BRUCE GRAY
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Marie Mcbride
Still will listen to her she brings my spirit right back up❤️
Jeffrey George
Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!...Stay safe
Gloria Jones
I was raised up on her music and other from the time I was 5 years old to the present day(72 years old). Even though she's no longer on the gospel trail, she's still the QUEEN OF GOSPEL and her songs will forever be played by my generation and the one behind me and the one behind them, because at some time, their children and their children's children will hear her songs.
Tee Karto
Such soulful gospel songs. God bless you Pastor Shirley Caesar. You're a blessing to Gods' people in Jesus mighty name. Amen🙏❤
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thank you for your support! Amen🙏❤
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alison harriott
Woman of God your songs blesses my soul
Esther Damion
Great woman, Pastor and composer. Wonderful Christian, she is for ever a blessing to society, and Inspiration❤🙏🏽