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.
Jesus
Shirley Caesar Lyrics
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Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh how I love
To call your name (calling your name)
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh sweet Jesus (Jesus)
Everyday (everyday), uh huh, your name is the same
And I didn't have to despair
Lord you told me
That you'll be right there
It seems like all my problems
Had just begun
I didn't have to worry no more
They were already won
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh Jesus
Oh how I love
Calling your name
Ooh Jesus, Jesus (Jesus)
Sweet Jesus, Jesus (Jesus)
Oh every day, yes it is
Your name is the same
Yeah
I remember the time
When I felt so all alone
When I needed you Jesus
All I had to do was call
Sometimes in the morning
Sometimes late at night
But when I got off my knees Jesus
Everything was alright
Oh oh Jesus (Jesus)
My rose of Sharon
My lily of the valley
Calling your name
Ooh Jesus, Jesus my mountain mover (Jesus)
Everyday, yeah Jesus (every day)
Everyday is the same
Ooh, oh Jesus nobody but Jesus
Oh how I love I love I love
To call on your holy name, hey ey
Jesus, Jesus, nobody but Jesus, hey yey yey yeah
Everyday hallelujah your name is the same
Oh, oh oh, Jesus, Jesus
My mother Jesus, my father Jesus
I love, I love calling your name
Ooh come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Everyday
Nobody but Jesus
The lyrics to Shirley Caesar's song "Jesus" are a testament to the singer's love and devotion to Jesus Christ. The repetition of the line "Oh how I love to call your name" shows just how passionate the singer is about her faith. The song is a celebration of the power of prayer - the singer acknowledges that when her troubles surround her, she can always turn to Jesus for support.
The lyrics also show the singer's unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. She acknowledges that she has had her fair share of problems, but through her relationship with Jesus, she knows that she has already won. She refers to Jesus as her rose of Sharon and lily of the valley, both are biblical references to the beauty and fragility of life. The singer also acknowledges that when she is feeling alone and scared, all she has to do is call on Jesus, and he will be there for her.
Overall, the message of the song "Jesus" is one of hope and faith in the face of adversity. It is a powerful reminder of the comfort and strength that can be found in prayer and in one's relationship with Jesus Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesus (Jesus)
Addressing Jesus and acknowledging His presence
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Repeating the address and expressing excitement
Oh how I love
Showing immense affection
To call your name (calling your name)
Expressing the joy and comfort derived from addressing Jesus
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Repeating the address and expressing excitement
Oh sweet Jesus (Jesus)
Acknowledging Jesus' goodness and love
Everyday (everyday), uh huh, your name is the same
Emphasizing the consistency and reliability of Jesus in everyday life
When my troubles surround me
Acknowledging the existence of difficult situations
And I didn't have to despair
Expressing trust in Jesus' ability to comfort and provide solutions
Lord you told me
Acknowledging a message received presumably from the Bible
That you'll be right there
Reiterating Jesus' promise of always being present
It seems like all my problems
Acknowledging the extent of problems faced
Had just begun
Highlighting the severity of the situation
I didn't have to worry no more
Expressing the relief felt after trusting in Jesus
They were already won
Affirming the victory already secured by Jesus
My rose of Sharon
An endearing reference to Jesus, from the Bible
My lily of the valley
Another endearing reference to Jesus, from the Bible
Ooh Jesus, Jesus my mountain mover (Jesus)
Expressing Jesus' ability to bring positive change
Everyday, yeah Jesus (every day)
Reiterating the constant nature of Jesus' presence
Nobody but Jesus
Acknowledging the unmatched nature of Jesus
Oh how I love I love I love
Repeated expression of deep affection
To call on your holy name, hey ey
Highlighting the sanctity of Jesus' name
Jesus, Jesus, nobody but Jesus, hey yey yey yeah
Reiterating the exclusive nature of Jesus' unmatched qualities
Everyday hallelujah your name is the same
Reiterating the consistent presence of Jesus and expressing praise
Oh, oh oh, Jesus, Jesus
Repeated address of Jesus
My mother Jesus, my father Jesus
Acknowledging Jesus' role as protector and provider in family situations
I love, I love calling your name
Repeated expression of joy in addressing Jesus
Ooh come on Jesus
Expressing anticipation and excitement for Jesus' presence
Everyday
Reiterating the constant, everyday nature of Jesus' presence
Nobody but Jesus
Reiterating the unmatched and exclusive nature of Jesus
Lyrics © SWEET ANDIE MUSIC CO., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Harold G. Troy
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Jesus (Jesus)
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh how I love
To call your name (calling your name)
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh sweet Jesus (Jesus)
Everyday (everyday), uh huh, your name is the same
When my troubles surround me
And I didn't have to despair
Lord you told me
That you'll be right there
It seems like all my problems
Had just begun
I didn't have to worry no more
They were already won
Oh Jesus (Jesus)
Oh Jesus
Oh how I love
Calling your name
Ooh Jesus, Jesus (Jesus)
Sweet Jesus, Jesus (Jesus)
Oh every day, yes it is
Your name is the same
Yeah
I remember the time
When I felt so all alone
When I needed you Jesus
All I had to do was call
Sometimes in the morning
Sometimes late at night
But when I got off my knees Jesus
Everything was alright
Oh oh Jesus (Jesus)
My rose of Sharon
My lily of the valley
Calling your name
Ooh Jesus, Jesus my mountain mover (Jesus)
Everyday, yeah Jesus (every day)
Everyday is the same
Ooh, oh Jesus nobody but Jesus
Oh how I love I love I love
To call on your holy name, hey ey
Jesus, Jesus, nobody but Jesus, hey yey yey yeah
Everyday hallelujah your name is the same
Oh, oh oh, Jesus, Jesus
My mother Jesus, my father Jesus
I love, I love calling your name
Ooh come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Come on Jesus
Everyday
Nobody but Jesus
@golditaweekes8357
Who's still listening to this powerful song in 2024? There is no name like the precious saving, keeping, healing name of Jesus. Call on his name today 😢
@BrentScottBam316
Me!!! Yes Lord
@sherricarter8341
I am😊
@elizabethrubin9123
I am and alwayz loved this song
@aposhboutique00
I listen to this song multiple times and especially at work.
@misst3016
✋🏾😭
@breadoflifeministry336
I grew up in the streets, the streets raised me and made me a gangster, I was a blood, I sold dope. Been in shoot outs, fights, in and out of jail since age 17, I robbed people and got robbed. I was a drunkard, fornicator, I use to club and pop pills, but I had a encounter with JESUS while in jail facing 5-10 years.. I have my heart to JESUS and he made me over again at age 23.. almost 9yrs later Hallelujah, I'm still free and born again, and filled with the Holy Ghost…JESUS is a mighty deliverer bless his Holy name
@jacquelinerobinson144
Praises TO OUY LORD AND SAVIOUR, WE ARE ALL EX SOMETHING WE EVER GIVE OUR LIVES OVER JESUS ♥
@michaelquintana1098
Sweet Jesus loves you man..
@elnora151
Praise God !!!!!!!