Ramsey Lewis has received seven gold records and three Grammy Awards so far in his career.
His recent "With One Voice" release pays homage to his gospel roots all while maintaining his classic style. With the help of gospel favorites Smokie Norful, Darius Brooks, and Donald Lawrence, Lewis delivers an emotion-packed, soul-stirring, album. Lewis also enlisted the help of his church's choir, pastored by his older sister, to sing on several of the album's tracks. The J.W. James Memorial A.M.E. Church Combined Choir is breath-taking, adding so much life, freedom, and hope to "With One Voice". The CD's first single, "Pass Me Not" can be heard on Chicago's WGCI 107.5.
In addition to recording and performing, he is / has been a radio host on Chicago's Smooth Jazz station, WNUA (95.5 FM). His syndicated show Legends of Jazz, featuring classic jazz recordings from artists such as Charlie Parker and Miles Davis), can be heard in 60 cities in the United States and other countries as well. His most recent venture, the Legends of Jazz television series on PBS, was first aired in April 2006.
As of 2005 he has been hosting a radio show called Legends of Jazz for London's Smooth FM (previously Jazz FM).
On December 4, 2006, the Ramsey Lewis Morning Show will become a part of Broadcast Architecture's Smooth Jazz Network, simulcasting on other Smooth Jazz stations across the country for the first time. However, the show will still be based in Chicago, as it has always been.
Hosanna
The Ramsey Lewis Trio Lyrics
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Holy Ghost crazy noise right now, let me hear.
Come on! Come on Zion clap those hands with me.
Come on, Come on, all God's people.
Come on, come on Mike. Come on come on come on!
Throw 'em up like this!
Throw 'em up like this!
Come on! Here we go)
The angels bow down at the thought of You
The darkness gives way to the light for You
(Come on)
The price that You paid gives us life brand new
(What's His name)
Hosanna forever we worship You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Say it again, say it again, say it again)
The angels bow down at the thought of You
The darkness gives way to the light for You
(Say it again, Come on)
The price that You paid gives us life brand new
(What's His name)
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Hosanna)
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Verse 2, verse 2 come on)
For You are the joy that my soul longs for
The Lamb that was slain for my sins
And the One I adore
King of kings, Ruler of everything
(What's His name)
Hosanna forever we worship You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Say one more time, say what listen)
For You are the joy that my soul longs for
The Lamb that was slain (what) for my sins
And the One I adore
King of kings, Ruler of everything
Hosanna forever we worship You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Listen to this, verse 3)
-Bridge-
For Your patience and kindness
And favor and mercy
And honor and glory
Because You are worthy
We can't live without You
We can't breathe without You
We can't sing without You
Hosanna hosanna
No greater love in this world but You
No one can compare to the things You do (Hey)
Wherever You go I will follow You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(What's his Name)
Hosanna forever we worship You
(Listen! Listen! Listen!)
Someday every tongue shall confess Your name
This house made of clay soon shall pass away
And whatever the test You will bring us through
(What's His Name)
Hosanna forever we worship You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(say it again say it again say it again)
Hosanna forever we worship You
Hosanna forever we worship You
(You say, what's his name?)
Hosanna (forever) forever
(What's his Name?)
Hosanna forever and ever and ever
Hosanna
(We praise you)
We praise You
(What's his Name)
Hosanna forever and ever and ever
(What's it what's it)
Hosanna (Come on) forever
(What's his name?)
Hosanna forever and ever and ever
(Oh)
Hosanna(I can't hear) forever
(What's his name?)
Hosanna forever and ever and ever
And ever and ever
And ever and ever
Hosanna forever
(Hosanna) Hosanna (forever) forever
(We love ya) We love ya
(Hosanna) Hosanna
(We praise ya) We praise ya
(Hosanna) Hosanna
(You're worthy) You're worthy
(Hosanna) Hosanna
(You're worthy) You're worthy
(Hosanna) Hosanna
(We love ya) We love ya
(We love ya) We love ya
(We love ya) We love ya
(We love ya) We love ya
(We need you) We need you
(We need you) We need you
(We need you) We need you
(We need you) We need you
(Gotta have you) Gotta have you
(Gotta have you) Gotta have you
(Gotta have you) Gotta have you
(Gotta have you) Gotta have you
The song "Hosanna" by The Ramsey Lewis Trio is a Christian worship song that praises and exalts the name of Jesus Christ. The song starts with the call for the Holy Spirit to move and fill the people with the Holy Ghost. The first two verses talk about how the angels bow down at the thought of Jesus and how His sacrifice on the cross gives us new life. The chorus repeats the name of Jesus and how we worship Him forever. The bridge expresses gratitude for God's patience, kindness, mercy, honor, and glory, acknowledging that we cannot live, breathe or sing without Him. The final verse talks about how someday every tongue will confess the name of Jesus and how regardless of the trials we face in life, Jesus will bring us through.
The song is an uplifting, energetic call to worship and praise God. It encourages listeners to let go and give themselves fully to the worship experience, clapping, throwing their hands up, and letting the Holy Spirit move within them. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, reminding us of Jesus' sacrifice and the love and grace that He offers.
Line by Line Meaning
The angels bow down at the thought of You
The mere thought of you causes angels to show respect and submission
The darkness gives way to the light for You
Darkness disappears and light takes over in your presence
The price that You paid gives us life brand new
Your sacrifice has given us a new life
Hosanna forever we worship You
We will always praise and honor you
For You are the joy that my soul longs for
You bring happiness to the depths of my soul
The Lamb that was slain for my sins
You, the sacrificial lamb, died for my sins
And the One I adore
I deeply love and worship you
King of kings, Ruler of everything
You are the most powerful and supreme being
For Your patience and kindness
Your patient and kind nature is recognized and appreciated
And favor and mercy
Your favor and mercy are endless and undeserved
And honor and glory
You deserve all honor and glory
Because You are worthy
You are worthy of all praise and recognition
We can't live without You
Our lives rely on you
We can't breathe without You
Our very breath comes from you
We can't sing without You
Our songs of praise and worship are exclusively meant for you
Hosanna hosanna
We honor and praise you
No greater love in this world but You
There is no stronger love in the world than yours
No one can compare to the things You do
No one can match your unmatched deeds and actions
Wherever You go I will follow You
I will follow you wherever you lead me
Someday every tongue shall confess Your name
One day, everyone will acknowledge and confess your name
This house made of clay soon shall pass away
Our physical bodies will eventually perish
And whatever the test You will bring us through
No matter what challenges we face, you will guide us through
Hosanna (forever) forever
We continuously honor and praise you
We love ya
We deeply and genuinely love you
We praise ya
We glorify and honor you
You're worthy
You are deserving of all praise and honor
We need you
Our lives are dependent on you
Gotta have you
We must have you in our lives
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: KIRK FRANKLIN
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