For nearly a decade he served as Minister of Music at Bishop Larry D. Trotter’s Sweet Holy Spirit Church, setting the musical tone both within the church walls and on the ministry’s top-selling recording projects. The youngest Minister of Music in that church’s history, he successfully merged the contemporary themes he composed with the traditional choir vibe that marked the church’s worship services.
Throughout the years, VaShawn’s artistic vision has grown, shaping him into a mature worship leader and a recognized Gospel songwriter. His songs have been recorded by some of Gospel’s most celebrated artists, including Smokie Norful (“Just Can’t Stop”), Vanessa Bell Armstrong (“Help”), and Bishop Paul Morton (“Cry Your Last Tear”).
It is now his role as a music minister that brings him the greatest fulfillment. “I am most passionate about my church ministry,” he shares. “As ministers of music we birth new worshippers and new praisers on a weekly basis. A lot of that is not necessarily singing, but ministering the music that is being sung. “
His fervor for worship and praise can be felt throughout Triumphant; from the enthusiastic high praise opener and the powerful title track, to the deeply personal choir ballad “Nobody Greater” and the prophetic hymn “Be Fruitful.” More than a collection of hits, the project stands as a fully developed theme.
“Most of the time when I record, I conceptualize the project as a total piece,” VaShawn reveals. “With this album God gave me the concept and I started thinking about why we are triumphant people.”
Every song on the project is a reflection of that revelation, including the show-stopping, instant classic “His Blood Still Works,” which features the distinctive sound of former Witness lead vocalist Lisa Page Brooks. “Over the last season, as people have been struggling financially, it seems we’ve been losing our faith. Our faith was misplaced in resources and not in the Source,” says VaShawn. “I wanted to remind people that the blood never stopped working. It enables us to live above what we see.”
With a passion for worship, the heart of an encourager and the story of an overcomer, VaShawn Mitchell is truly an artist for this age.
Joy
VaShawn Mitchell Lyrics
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Release it
There's beauty in my brokenness
I've got true love instead of pain
There's freedom though you've captured me
I've got joy instead of mourning
I've got true love instead of pain
There's freedom though you've captured me
(There's freedom though you've captured me)
I've got joy (I've got joy instead of mourning)
You give me joy
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
Yes, you give me joy
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul (can we all sing it together? Come on, there's beauty)
There's beauty in my brokenness
I've got true love instead of pain (I've got true love instead of pain)
There's freedom though you've captured me, yeah
I've got joy instead of mourning
And you give me joy
Down deep in my soul (down deep)
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
I feel your joy, 'cause you give me joy
Down deep in my soul (in my soul)
Down deep in my soul (yeah)
Down deep in my soul (come on)
I've never been so free
Caught in your love for me (you love me)
I never been more secure
Knowing your heart, Lord (so glad He loves me)
Never been so free
Caught in your love for me
I never been more secure
Knowing your heart, Lord (so glad He loves me)
'Cause you give me joy
Down deep in my soul (down deep)
Down deep in my soul (hey)
Down deep in my soul (come on)
Say, you give me joy
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul (in my soul)
Down deep in my soul
Joy unspeakable
Your glory
What a glory
Release your joy in here
In my soul
In my soul
Say you give me joy
Down deep in my soul (in my soul)
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
You give me joy
Down deep in my soul (yeah)
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
You give me joy
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
You give me joy
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
Down deep in my soul
The song "Joy" by VaShawn Mitchell is a powerful expression of finding beauty in brokenness and joy in the midst of pain. The repeated phrase "there's beauty in my brokenness" highlights the idea that our struggles and hardships can ultimately lead to growth and positive change in our lives. The lyrics also emphasize the idea of being captured by something or someone, but finding freedom and joy in that captivity. This concept can be interpreted as finding comfort in the love and guidance of a higher power, despite feeling trapped or lost in the world.
The chorus is a celebration of the joy that comes from this newfound sense of freedom and security. The lyrics "you give me joy down deep in my soul" express a deep gratitude for the joy and peace that comes from being in a relationship with God. The repetition of the phrase "down deep in my soul" speaks to the idea that this joy is not just temporary or surface-level, but runs deep within us and sustains us through difficult times.
Overall, "Joy" is a powerful song of hope, gratitude, and faith in the face of struggle and pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Release your sound in here
Share your happiness and let it be heard here
Release it
Don't hold back and let your joy out
There's beauty in my brokenness
My imperfections and struggles have their own unique beauty
I've got true love instead of pain
Instead of feeling hurt, I feel love and positivity
There's freedom though you've captured me
Even though I may feel trapped, I have the power and control to feel free
I've got joy instead of mourning
I choose to feel happiness and pleasure instead of sadness
You give me joy
I feel joyful because of the love and support you give me
Down deep in my soul
In the core of my being, I feel this happiness
Yes, you give me joy
I am certain that your love brings me joy
Can we all sing it together? Come on, there's beauty
Let's all join in and celebrate the unique beauty in our imperfections
I feel your joy, 'cause you give me joy
I am able to feel happy because of the joy you bring me
I've never been so free
I have never felt more liberated and empowered
Caught in your love for me
Feeling held and surrounded by your love makes me feel safe and supported
Never been more secure
I have never felt more confident and reassured
Knowing your heart, Lord
Having an understanding of your love and compassion brings me contentment
Joy unspeakable
The happiness I feel is indescribable
Your glory
The greatness and splendor of your love and kindness
What a glory
What a magnificent and impressive display of your love
In my soul
In the deepest part of me, I feel this happiness
Say you give me joy
I want to express that you bring me happiness
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., BETHEL MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Tony Brown, Pat Barrett, UNKNOWN WRITER, PATRICK BARRETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wisdomfrancis7207
I gat joy, down deep in my soul 💯 for JESUS sake.
God bless you a million Min. VM
@staceybone1
This song help me overcome many challenges in my life. The song gave me the strength to keep walking by faith. It certainly encourage me and gave me joy in my soul through my darkest days. Thanks for being obedient to the Spirit of God!
@Moody2919
There’s beauty in my brokenness 🙏🏾
@jaygee3000
The world didn’t give it…and the world can’t take it away!🙏🏽
@titarafalimanana871
Joy❤️
Thank you Jesus ❤️
More grace 🕊️🔥🙏
@ndumimedupe2809
The joy of the Lord is our strength.
@SuperBerya
God is great all the time 🙌🏾🙏🏽
@michelleakute9132
Hhhjj
@sherricoffman
Amen n Amen !!! 💜 🕊 CountItALL JOY !!! JOY Unspeakable N FULL of GLORY N GOD Sits N Laughs At The Enemy N Lord Bring US UP ALL HIGHER 2 Your Ways N Thoughts Indeed 4 Such A Time As This !!! 💜 🕊 ThankYOU
💙💜 🕊 MuchLove!!!
@juritabrown4195
Thank You Lord for another day another Joy. Feels good to be awaken by the Lord and VaShawn