Bell Armstrong performed on the 1st Annual Soul Train Awards ceremony. Her 1986 album Following Jesus won a Soul Train Music Award for Best Gospel Album - Solo in 1988. She is also a seven time Grammy Award-nominee.
The cover of Armstrong's 1987 Billboard-charting mainstream 7" single "You Bring Out The Best In Me."Vanessa enjoyed a slice of mainstream success in the late 80's. Her self-titled 1987 Jive Records debut yielded the Billboard-charting hit "You Bring Out The Best In Me," as well as the club favorite "Pressing On." [1][3] The next year's follow-up album Wonderful One featured a cover of the Labi Siffre anti-Apartheid anthem "Something Inside So Strong." The song was later remade in 1995 by Armstrong along with Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, Tramaine Hawkins, Yolanda Adams, and a host of other gospel artists as a tribute to Rosa Parks. The song was serviced to radio stations to play on the 40th anniversary of the civil rights icon's arrest.
Armstrong appeared on Broadway in 1991 in a production of Don't Get God Started. "Always," a Marvin Winans composition that anchors the play, also appears on Armstrong's 1987 self-titled album. Her Broadway role lead to a cameo appearance in the Oprah Winfrey TV special The Women of Brewster Place. Armstrong was also chosen to record the theme to the popular 80's NBC sitcom Amen.
Vanessa Bell Armstrong took a 3 year self-imposed hiatus from recording before releasing A Brand New Day under a new deal with Tommy Boy Gospel in 2001. Vanessa was presented with a lifetime achievement award during 2004's Gospel Superfest.
Armstrong's 2007 album, Walking Miracle, is her first release in 6 years, and blends traditional gospel fare like "So Good To Me" (produced by Smokie Norful) with contemporary songs like "Til The Victory's Won" (produced by Fred Jerkins III) and the title track (produced by Rodney Jerkins). The latter song was inspired by Armstrong's son who was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
Desire of My Heart
Vanessa Bell Armstrong Lyrics
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Show me the desires of my heart
Oh Lord I Love You
Show me the desires of my heart
I love You, I love You, I love You
Yea, Yea, Yeah I love You
I love You, I love You
[repeat]
I praise You, I praise You, I praise You
Yes I praise You, I praise You
You are the desires of my heart
Adore You, adore You, adore You
I adore You, adore You
You are the desires of my heart
Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah
You are the desire of my heart
[repeat until end]
In this song, Vanessa Bell Armstrong expresses her deep devotion and love for God, asking Him to reveal to her the desires of her heart. She repeats the phrase "Oh Lord, I love You" throughout the song, emphasizing her love for Him. By asking Him to reveal the desires of her heart, she is acknowledging that God knows her better than she knows herself, and that He has a plan for her life that she trusts and submits to.
The repetition of phrases like "I love You" and "You are the desires of my heart" reinforces the message of the song - that Vanessa Bell Armstrong's love for God is all-encompassing and central to her life. The use of different verbs like "praise," "adore," and "hallelujah" adds depth to the song and shows the different ways in which she expresses her love for God. Overall, the song is a powerful expression of faith and devotion, and a reminder of the importance of surrendering one's desires to God.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Lord, I Love You
I express my love to You, oh Lord.
Show me the desires of my heart
Please reveal to me the things that my heart truly longs for.
I love You, I love You, I love You
I repeat my love for You, continuously and ardently.
Yea, Yea, Yeah I love You
Yes, certainly, my love for You is unwavering.
You are the desire of my heart [repeat]
You are what I truly yearn for, and I express this repeatedly.
I praise You, I praise You, I praise You
I worship and exalt You, with great passion and sincerity.
Yes I praise You, I praise You
I affirm my praise and adoration for You, unequivocally.
You are the desires of my heart
You are the source of my deepest longings and aspirations.
Adore You, adore You, adore You
I cherish and treasure You, and express this with great enthusiasm.
I adore You, adore You
I delight in You, with great devotion and reverence.
Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah
I offer up my highest praise to You, with intense joy and gratitude.
You are the desire of my heart [repeat until end]
I acknowledge that You are everything that I truly desire, and I declare this repeatedly.
Contributed by Peyton W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Paul Howell
Oh Lord, I Love You
Show me the desires of my heart
Oh Lord I Love You
Show me the desires of my heart
I love You, I love You, I love You
You are the desire of my heart
I praise You, I praise You, I praise You
You are the desires of my heart
Adore You, adore You, adore You
You are the desires of my heart
Ann Moore
Wow,God blessed this woman with an Angelic voice..This song is forever..
Peggy Beasley
This song is truly from the heart of God! Anointed song, inspiring song, loving song, very inspirational! Nobody but God can give you songs from the heart! This song has the power to touch, reach, to inspire and bring great Deliverance in your mind, soul, body and spirit!!! Nobody But God!!!! Just beautiful!! Right now, I’m stuck on this song!!!! I give Him Glory & Praise!!! Praying much for Ms. Armstrong that God will give her even greater as she sings for Him!!! God bless!!!
Chandra Inspires
This song was in my heart. With everything that is in me, Lord I Love You 💕 You are the Desire of my Heart🙌🏽 #TrueWorship
Louise Rankine
This song right here, omgggggg! Praise him worship God and all he's done for me! Hallelujah, Hallelujah, you are the desire of my heart Lord! Thank you for this beautiful woman and her gift!
MotherPat
Ok I’m at work and glad I’m in a office cause the tears running down my face 🙌🏽😭
Latrece Taylor
YOU ARE THE DESIRE OF MY HEART LORD JESUS - YOU ARE- SINCERELY, YOUR BELOVED DAUGHTER
JT2003
The tears of the choir members got me in tears 😔😔😔🙌🏽🙌🏽
James Butler
That woman’s voice is absolutely unstoppable! Period.
Blue
ADORE YOU, YOU ARE THE DESIRES OF MY HEART!!! GLORY HALLELUJAH!!!
Maximino Carrero
Thank you Jesus you are the Desire of Our Hearts Bless your Holy Name!