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.
I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey
Shirley Caesar Lyrics
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I wouldn't take nothing for my journey now
I wouldn't take nothing for my journey now
Nothing for my journey now
Come too far to turn around
Come too far to turn around
(Repeat)
Running for Jesus, I've been running for a mighty long time
And I haven't, I'm not tired yet
I get so discouraged and so afraid
So I look to the hills from whence cometh my help
I'd rather know the home, beyond this world of chains
(Repeat Chorus)
(Verse II)
It's mighty good to know him, to know him for yourself
I'm going to live for Jesus and nobody else
You can't stop me, you can't turn me around
I'm on my way to Heaven and I won't turn around
I'm on my way to higher ground
(Repeat Chorus)
(Special Chorus)
Too far, I've come too far
(Repeat As Directed)
To End Song:
Come too far to turn around
Come too far to turn around
Come too far to turn around
Shirley Caesar's song I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey is a gospel song about not giving up on the journey of faith because of the temporal setbacks that we face. The chorus of the song says, "I wouldn't take nothing for my journey now, Come too far to turn around." The phrase "come too far to turn around" suggests perseverance and determination to continue on the journey despite adversities. The song portrays life as a race or journey with God as the guide, with the singer expressing her steadfast commitment to God's guidance.
In the first verse, Shirley Caesar describes her long journey in the way of Jesus. She has been running for a long time, but she is not tired yet even though she sometimes gets discouraged and afraid. In such situations, she turns to God for help as her source of strength. In the second verse, the singer emphasizes the significance of having a personal relationship with Jesus as an anchor in one's journey of faith. This gives her the motivation to keep pressing forward and not to be deterred or distracted by others.
Overall, the song conveys an unwavering sense of faith and assurance that comes with a deep relationship with God. It reminds listeners that no matter how difficult the journey may be, holding on to one's faith is the only way to make it to the end. It is a message of both encouragement and inspiration to those who may be struggling or considering giving up on their faith journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I wouldn't take nothing for my journey now
I value my journey and experiences too much to give them up for anything.
Nothing for my journey now
There is nothing that could convince me to abandon the path I am on.
Come too far to turn around
I have progressed too much to go back to where I started.
Running for Jesus, I've been running for a mighty long time
I have been pursuing my faith relentlessly for a significant period.
And I haven't, I'm not tired yet
I am not fatigued and continue to persevere despite any obstacles.
I get so discouraged and so afraid
At times, I feel disheartened and apprehensive.
So I look to the hills from whence cometh my help
I find strength and support in my faith and trust in a higher power.
I'd rather know the home, beyond this world of chains
I desire to ultimately reach a spiritual place free of earthly limitations.
It's mighty good to know him, to know him for yourself
Having a personal relationship with Jesus is a wonderful thing.
I'm going to live for Jesus and nobody else
I am committed to living my life for my faith above all else.
You can't stop me, you can't turn me around
No one can deter me from my journey or cause me to change direction.
I'm on my way to Heaven and I won't turn around
I am determined to reach my ultimate spiritual destination and will not be deterred.
I'm on my way to higher ground
I am striving to reach a deeper, more spiritual level in my life.
Too far, I've come too far
I have made too much progress to give up now.
Come too far to turn around
I have advanced too much to return to where I began.
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