While married to Bishop Walter Hawkins, the couple had two children a son, Walter "Jamie" Hawkins, Jr. and a daughter, Trystan Hawkins with one granddaughter, Jahve Hawkins and one grandson, Jamie Daniel Hawkins. Walter "Jamie" Hawkins, Jr. is married to Myiia "Sunny" Davis-Hawkins.
Tramaine has been inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame. Recently receiving the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award and netting two Stellar Awards for Female Vocalist of the Year and Traditional Female of the Year for her 2007 CD release I Never Lost My Praise (2007). She also sang at James Cleveland's funeral.
Hawkins lives outside of Sacramento, California with her husband, Tommy Richardson, Jr. of fifteen years and has one stepson, Demar Richardson with two step grandchildren.
Goin’ Up Yonder
Tramaine Hawkins Lyrics
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Where I'm going?
Where I'm going, soon
If anybody ask you
Where I'm going
Where I'm going soon
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
To be with my Lord
I can take the pain
The heartaches they bring
The comfort in knowing
I'll soon be gone
As God gives me grace
I'll run this race
Until I see my Savior
Face to face
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
To be with my Lord
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
I'm goin' up yonder
To be with my Lord
The song "Goin' Up Yonder" by Tramaine Hawkins is a gospel classic that expresses hope for eternal life after physical death. The lyrics depict the singer's conviction that despite the pains and heartaches of life, they will soon join their Lord in heaven. The first line, "If you want to know where I'm going?" is an invitation for others to inquire about the singer's destination. The repetition of the phrase, "I'm goin' up yonder," emphasizes the certainty and determination of the singer's decision to leave this world and join the Lord. The phrase "Up Yonder" symbolizes heaven, which is above and beyond the physical world. The imagery of running a race and meeting one's Savior face to face suggests the idea of a spiritual journey that will lead the singer to the ultimate goal of being in the presence of God.
The song reflects the African American Christian tradition that teaches the existence of an afterlife where believers will be reunited with their loved ones and experience eternal peace and happiness. The lyrics carry a message of hope and comfort to those who are going through difficult times and encourage them to keep the faith and persevere in their spiritual journey. The song has been covered and performed by many gospel artists and choirs and continues to be a popular hymn in churches worldwide.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want to know
If you are curious about my plans
Where I'm going?
Where I am headed
Where I'm going, soon
My destination is coming up soon
If anybody ask you
If someone inquires
Where I'm going
About my intentions for the future
Where I'm going soon
Where I am heading shortly
I'm goin' up yonder
I am ascending to heaven
I'm goin' up yonder
I am ascending to heaven
I'm goin' up yonder
I am ascending to heaven
To be with my Lord
To be with my savior and redeemer
I can take the pain
I can handle the struggles
The heartaches they bring
The emotional pain they cause
The comfort in knowing
The solace in being aware
I'll soon be gone
That I will soon depart from this world
As God gives me grace
With the assistance of divine grace
I'll run this race
I will complete this journey
Until I see my Savior
Up to the point where I encounter my redeemer
Face to face
In person
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: CHARLES CREATH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@adrienneclaudette
My father sang this song as a child. He went up yonder to be with the Lord a year ago today. We played this song at his funeral. 2/13/23 🕊️
See you soon Dad.
R.I.P Michael Sean Furry
Love your Daughter,
Adrienne
@glennaddison5169
This is my favorite gospel song of all times. Literally done played this song about 10 thousand times
@davidleek6140
How many people like this song
@saraimar11
I shoes this to my 47 old bro loved it. His fist time hearing it
@charlesfrancis7878
I do
@MarkPurnell-er1lx
Still do 😊
@christynaa7670
God I thank you for carrying me into 2024 still with faith in my heart!!
@michellecrockett6273
Amen!!! Blessings... ❤️🙏🏿❤️
@DarrellJohnson-gi4np
Yes yes
@zinitta679
Amen 🙌🏾 🙏🏾 ❤
@refreshmentsfoodsforyourso1307
2024,Who's still listening?👂🎧 " If you want to know where I'm going I'm going up Yonder to be with my Lord " Glory to God! Hallelujah, Amen ❤️ 🙏