1.) The Rev was an 80's UK spoken-word group known currently for their only two releases "Tiny, Tinny Radio" and "A Thin Grey Space". These tunes appeared on the 1987 compilation "Paper Boats In Puddles" which was distributed by Whizz Records. Members of The Rev later moved on to become part of the popular group Frazier Chorus.
2.) The Rev (born James âJimmyâ Owen Sullivan on February 9 1981- December 28 2009), short for The Reverend Tholomew Plague was the drummer of Avenged Sevenfold, a heavy metal band.
At the age of 3 The Rev got his own drum set. The Rev attended a Catholic school with A7X lead singer M. Shadows, but was expelled in the 3rd grade. The Rev spent a lot of time as a teen living in a laundromat and was in and out of homes. His first record was released at the age of 18. He maintains a presence in the side project Pinkly Smooth with fellow Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Synyster Gates, as well as parts of surf-punk band Ballistico. He has also played piano for the band on âWarmness On The Soulâ.
He was also formerly the drummer for third-wave ska band Suburban Legends, along with former Avenged Sevenfold bassist Justin Meacham (not associated with Anti-Flag).
On the new A7X DVD while discussing how each member got their stage names, it was stated that Sullivan attained his name via a shortened version of The Reverend Tholomew Plague. The decision was seemingly random, as there were no specific reasons stated as to the inspiration for the name. He had a tendency to wear eccentric outfits such as outrageously colored kimonos.
Some of his favorite bands are Rancid, The Transplants and Slayer. Sullivan cites his influences as being Vinnie Paul of Pantera, Dave Lombardo and Paul Bostaph of Slayer, and Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater.
Sullivan uses and is sponsored by DW Drums, although he appears in advertisements for DWâs budget company, PDP. He is also sponsored by Sabian cymbals, Pro-Mark sticks and Evans drum heads.
Recognized for vocals in side project Pinkly Smooth, Sullivan is utilized as a back-up vocalist in Avenged Sevenfold, primarily for live screams in songs such as Eternal Rest. The upcoming single from the bandâs upcoming eponymous album, Critical Acclaim features Sullivan at lead vocals during the chorus of the song, both singing and screaming. He also use his vocals in another songs from the Avenged Sevenfold eponymous, mainly screaming.
The Rev is also featured in the song âA Little Piece of Heavenâ (which was written by him) singing, laughing and screaming a little bit.
The Rev was found dead at his home in Huntington Beach, California Monday December 28, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Orange County Coroners office are investigating Jimmy Sullivanâs passing. It is believed that he died of a drug overdose.
It's All Right
The Rev Lyrics
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I think him for my family, my wife, these beautiful girls of mine
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
Yeah thereâs plenty things I could be addressing but first let me count them blessings
Even with mountains in my way he still give me strength to climb
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
God been good to me and mine no need for stressing
My pops use to sing count your many blessings
He treats me like his own real talk like Russell Wilson stepson
And anything I lack he always got my back, and when Iâm weak
He gives me a push better yet a light pat like Tom Brady ahh shucks
The devil wanna try me but I ainât scared so I donât buck
Lucifer you lame, donât matter what field Iâm on my prayer still gonna be the same
Mann the boy got game, Who Shuttlesworth
Naww the one from Nazareth you know Christ is his name
He died for for me, so I ainât gotta feel that pain
When prayers go up blessings come down, so my war room is where youâll find me
Just using what I got to get what I want, word to Ronnie
But most of all he turned my life around like peter, paul, Iâm good when I fall
Who Iâm kidding I canât tell it all
There's plenty things that I could be addressing but first let me count these blessings
I think him for my family, my wife, these beautiful girls of mine
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
Yeah thereâs plenty things I could be addressing but first let me count them blessings
Even with mountains in my way he still give me strength to climb
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
Now I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep
And if my mind won't be at ease I count blessings instead of sheep
Thankful for the many nights my mama said a pray for me
I lose track of my path I know your footprints in the sand for me
Ordering my steps, this world in not my home
With all the envy, hate, and death, it's enough to make you cry
And that's okay cause Jesus wept
Young prodigal son I came back home cause that was best
He's always right when things go left
Today someone ain't wake up and I did
Somebody lost a child, and I still get to see my kid
The simple things in life we undervalue and we take them for granted
Faith the size of a mustard seed is what I done planted
And so now I lay me down to sleep
I pray the Lord my soul to keep
Supply me of my every need oh thank you Lord for blessing me
That devil lurking, tryna search and destroy
But my faith in the Lord so I count it all joy
Can't tell it all
There's plenty things that I could be addressing but first let me count these blessings
I think him for my family, my wife, these beautiful girls of mine
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
Yeah thereâs plenty things I could be addressing but first let me count them blessings
Even with mountains in my way he still give me strength to climb
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
The lyrics to The Rev's song "It's All Right" express gratitude for the blessings in the singer's life. He counts his family, beautiful daughters, strength to overcome obstacles, and the gift of faith among his blessings. He recognizes that even when he falls, he can rely on God to pick him up. The lyrics also touch on the struggles and pain of life, but the singer finds comfort in turning to God and counting his blessings. He ends the song with a prayer for God to supply his every need.
Through his lyrics, The Rev encourages listeners to focus on their blessings and not get caught up in the struggles of life. He acknowledges the pain and difficulties that people face but stresses the importance of turning to God and counting one's blessings. The song also carries a message of hope and strength, reminding listeners that with faith, they can overcome anything.
Overall, "It's All Right" is a powerful expression of gratitude and faith that highlights the importance of perspective in life. By reminding ourselves of the good things in our lives, we can find hope and strength to face the challenges that come our way.
Line by Line Meaning
There's plenty things that I could be addressing but first let me count these blessings
Although there are many things I could be complaining about, I choose to focus on counting my blessings first.
I think him for my family, my wife, these beautiful girls of mine
I express gratitude for my family, wife, and lovely daughters.
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
I know that there are too many good things to say, and that time probably won't allow me to mention them all.
Even with mountains in my way he still give me strength to climb
Despite obstacles in my life, God gives me strength to overcome them.
God been good to me and mine no need for stressing
Life has been good to me and my loved ones, so there's no need to stress.
He treats me like his own real talk like Russell Wilson stepson
God treats me like his own, just like Russell Wilson treats his stepson.
And anything I lack he always got my back, and when Iâm weak
Whenever I'm lacking something or weak, God always supports me.
The devil wanna try me but I ainât scared so I donât buck
Satan may try to tempt me, but I am not afraid and won't surrender.
Lucifer you lame, donât matter what field Iâm on my prayer still gonna be the same
No matter what situation I face or where I am, my prayers to God remain the same.
Mann the boy got game, Who Shuttlesworth
Jesus had skills, just like Ray Allen's character in He Got Game.
But most of all he turned my life around like peter, paul, Iâm good when I fall
Above all, Jesus turned my life around just like he did for Peter and Paul. Even when I fail, I am still good.
Now I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep
At the end of the day, I pray to God to keep my soul safe while I sleep.
Faith the size of a mustard seed is what I done planted
I have planted faith in God with even just a small amount like a mustard seed.
Supply me of my every need oh thank you Lord for blessing me
I ask God to provide for my every need and thank him for blessing me.
That devil lurking, tryna search and destroy
Satan is always lurking, trying to bring me down.
But my faith in the Lord so I count it all joy
Because of my faith in God, I can still find joy even in difficult times.
Can't tell it all
There are too many blessings to count, so I can't mention them all.
Yeah thereâs plenty things I could be addressing but first let me count them blessings
Although there are many things that could be addressed, I choose to focus on counting blessings first.
Even with mountains in my way he still give me strength to climb
God gives me strength to overcome obstacles in my life.
Who Iâm kidding Iâm gonna run out of time I canât tell it all
There are too many blessings to count, and I won't have time to mention them all.
Lyrics Š DistroKid
Written by: Kevin Blane, Terrence Moore
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check5000
Thank you for posting this version
Willie Ellebie Gospel Channel
Thanks for listening.
Jimmy Vann
Wow this brother sounds phenomenal. đŽ
Some Guy
The second voice that comes in is the late Rev. James Moore. He was indeed a beast of a vocalist. A COGIC son.
James Baggett
That was My Favorite Gospel Singer RIP. REV JAMES LESLIE MOORE