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.
Yes Lord Yes
Shirley Caesar Lyrics
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To Your will and to your way
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will trust You and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
To Your will and to your way
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will trust You and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
Lord, I give You all the glory (Sing it)
For what You've given me
You fill my life 'til I overflow
Oh, I'm Yours to use
And anyway You choose
You're the Lord of lords
So how can I say no?
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
To Your will and to your way
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will trust You and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
If I never knew the fullness
Of living in Your willI would never know how rich my life would be
In my willingness to find
Each thing that You deserve
For the blessing You have showered over me
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
To Your will and to your way
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will trust You and obey
When Your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
To Your will and to your way
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will trust You and obey
When Your Spirit (Spirit speaks to me)
When Your Spirit (When Your Spirit speaks to me)
When Your Spirit (I'll do what You want me to do)
When Your Spirit (When Your Spirit speaks to me, yeah)
When Your Spirit (I'll go where You want me to go)
When Your Spirit (I'll wait for heaven, yes)
When Your Spirit (I'll wait for heaven, yes)
When Your Spirit (When Your Spirit speaks to me, yeah)
When Your Spirit speaks to me (When Your Spirit-, hey)
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
The song "Yes Lord Yes" by Shirley Caesar is a declaration of surrender to God's will, and a commitment to trust and obey His leading. The lyrics are rooted in the biblical concept of discipleship and putting God's will above one's own desires. The song begins by the singer eagerly agreeing to follow God's will and way, with an affirmation that she will trust and obey His leading, and echoes that sentiment throughout the entire song.
The bridge of the song acknowledges that all blessings come from the Lord, and as such, the singer is willing to give God all the glory that befits Him. By doing so, the singer acknowledges the Lord's supremacy in her life, and her willingness to submit to His will. The last verse emphasizes the richness that comes from yielding to God's will, and the many blessings that are showered upon those who do so.
In conclusion, the song "Yes Lord Yes" is a powerful expression of Christian faith, commitment, and surrender to God's perfect will. It encourages believers to put their trust in God, and to actively seek His guidance and direction in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll say, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I declare that I will agree to what the Lord wants and what He commands.
To Your will and to your way
I will agree to the Lord's plan and path for my life.
I will trust You and obey
I will have faith in the Lord and follow His commands.
When your Spirit speaks to me
When the Holy Spirit communicates with me.
With my whole heart I'll agree
I will fully and completely agree with the Holy Spirit's message.
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will respond with a resounding, affirmative answer to the Lord's message.
Lord, I give You all the glory (Sing it)
I acknowledge that the Lord deserves all the honor and praise, and I sing this declaration aloud.
For what You've given me
I give the Lord thanks for everything He has blessed me with.
You fill my life 'til I overflow
The Lord provides abundantly for me until I am overflowing with blessings.
Oh, I'm Yours to use
I am completely surrendered to the Lord's will and purpose for my life.
And anyway You choose
I am willing to be used by the Lord in any way He desires.
You're the Lord of lords
The Lord is the supreme authority, above all other authorities.
So how can I say no?
How can I possibly disobey or say no to the Lord, who is the highest authority?
If I never knew the fullness
If I had never experienced the depth and richness of living according to the Lord's will.
Of living in Your will
Of abiding by the Lord's plan and desires for my life.
I would never know how rich my life would be
I wouldn't have understood the blessings that come from following the Lord's will.
In my willingness to find
By being willing to seek and discover.
Each thing that You deserve
Everything that the Lord rightfully deserves from me.
For the blessing You have showered over me
In recognition of the abundance of blessings that the Lord has bestowed upon me.
When Your Spirit (I'll do what You want me to do)
When the Holy Spirit guides me, I will follow His leading.
When Your Spirit (I'll go where You want me to go)
When the Holy Spirit directs me, I will go where He leads me.
When Your Spirit (I'll wait for heaven, yes)
When the Holy Spirit prompts me to wait patiently for eternity, I will obey.
When Your Spirit speaks to me (When Your Spirit-, hey)
When the Holy Spirit communicates with me.
And my answer will be, "Yes, Lord, yes"
I will respond with a resounding, affirmative answer to the Holy Spirit's message.
Writer(s): Keesecker Lynn Edward
Contributed by Eliana K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Oldschoolgospelmix611
Who else is listening to this song in 2024?
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😊
@serinity8354
Present 🙌🏽
@WynetteJackson-w3n
Me!!! SHES THE GREATEST EVER
@WynetteJackson-w3n
PASTOR SHIRLEY CEASER IS THE GREATEST QUEEN OF MUSIC
@chrisgreatness6953
Bro I was a kid and she sounded this same way. That’s amazing, a blessing
@blessydgazadiva5121
This is what God Promised us if we keep his commandments, LongLife she is the Epitome of this
@malakahbanathyasharahla2302
You better say it again BlessydGazaDiva 😃😃 💯 💪 🙏☝️
@coletacole4229
Anen Amen
@favouredWoman777
She most Definitely is!