Born in the Deep South (Indianola, Mississippi) during the days of segregation, Clayton, unable to find proper management or the success he sought moved to Chicago in 1971. Like many other African American artists in the 1970’s, the young singer contracted to Hi Records in Memphis, where he worked with producer Willie Mitchell and the vaunted Hi rhythm section. Hi issued a series of fine Clayton efforts on its Pawn subsidiary, including "I Must Be Losin' You," "It's Time You Made Up Your Mind," and "Baby You're Ready," but none of them hit. Finally, in 1984, Clayton enjoyed a taste of soul success when his "Tell Me" (produced by General Crook) and "What a Way to Put It" scored on to the R&B charts. Let's Get Together, Clayton's 1993 album for Johnny Vincent's Ace record label, was a smooth soul-blues hybrid dominated by originals but titled after Al Green's immortal hit. Simply Beautiful, his Ace follow-up, found Clayton mixing dusties by Rev. Al and Aretha Franklin, with his own style.
Back on the scene, after his mainstream success with “Boom Boom Boom” and “A Woman Knows” which landed on Billboard’s album and singles charts. Clayton is prepared to teach a new generation the right way to love. Self classified as an all encompassing singer, he refuses to be pigeonholed in one genre of music. “There aren’t many real gritty R&B singers”. Bobby Womack, Charlie Wilson, Ronald Isley and I are the last of that generation. I keep up with the music because I have to change with the times. Where Gerald Levert left off, I am picking it up, and like him, my music is relatable across the generations.”
His newest release, “Love, Romance & Respect” released in stores nationally November 24, 2009 will take you back to the days of classic R&B, with a 2009 sound. Working with young accredited musicians and producers, (all under the age of 30) has allowed Clayton to speak the language of love to modern rhythm and blues. Grateful for the young energy, the expertise and perspective, he feels this project is his best recording yet.
“It’s not a one single album, it’s grown and sexy. It’s about bringing romance, love, respect and sensuality back home. ”
The first single “Dance The Nite Away” has the urban adult audience dancing across the country. Peaking Top 25 on the Mediabase Urban Adult Chart and debuting on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Chart, Willie Clayton is the artist that consistently gives pure R&B to the Urban Adult consumer.
With multiple releases throughout his career, Clayton is confident in his newest offering to the world, even reaching generation next, by building an internet presence and bridging the generational gap. “Mood music has no age limits, this album reminds you how good it is to be in love and shows you how sweet it can be!”
Considered by critics and fans alike to be one of the last great "Soul" men, Clayton continues to record and perform, and has maintained a devoted following throughout the world.
Jesus Is Love
Willie Clayton Lyrics
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And don't let them fall by the side of the road.
Mmm, and teach them to love one another,
And heaven might find a place in their hearts;
'Cause Jesus is love.
He won't let you down,
And I know He's mine forever,
We've got to walk on, walk on through temptation,
'Cause His Love and His wisdom will be our helping hand.
And I know the truth and His word will be our salvation.
Lift up our heart to be thankful and glad
'Cause Jesus is love.
He won't let you down,
And I know He's mine deep down in my soul.
Jesus is love.
I want to follow your star wherever it leads me,
And I don't mind Lord, I hope you don't mind.
I want to walk with you, and talk with you,
And do all the things you want me to do,
'Cause I know that Jesus, Jesus is love, I know,
And if you ask, I'll show love is the word forever,
Ah, in my heart, help me, heart, heart.
I know, I know, I know, I know His love's the power,
His love's the glory forever, ever, ever, ever.
Who can bring you love?
Who can bring you joy?
Who can turn your life around?
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,
Who will pick you up, ooh, where you fall?
Who will stand beside you? Who will love us all?
Hey, Jesus, Jesus.
Who can heal your body? Who can make it strong?
Who can help you to hold out a little while longer?
Oh yeah, Jesus loves you, Jesus wants you,
You can call Him, He will answer.
Call Him in the morning, call Him in the evening
The song "Jesus Is Love" by Willie Clayton is a spiritual plea to God to help his children walk on a righteous path and not fall by the wayside. The song’s first verse emphasizes the need for God’s guidance and for learning how to love each other, so that God’s love may find a place in our hearts. Clayton speaks of Jesus in the second verse as someone who can help us walk through times of temptation and uncertainty. He suggests that the power of Jesus’ love and wisdom can guide us on the path of salvation.
The chorus of “Jesus Is Love” emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus, suggesting that his love and presence will be with us forever, residing in our souls. Clayton’s desire to follow Jesus’s star, to walk and talk with Him, and do all the things that He wants us to do, echo that desire for a deeper connection with the divine presence.
Overall, "Jesus Is Love" is a powerful, uplifting gospel song that speaks to the need for spiritual guidance in our lives. It is a call to follow Jesus, trust in Him, and walk on a path that is guided by love and wisdom.
Line by Line Meaning
Father, help your children,
Request to God, to protect and guide his children in their journey of life
And don't let them fall by the side of the road.
And to make sure that they don't get stranded while they walk through life
Mmm, and teach them to love one another,
And to instill in them the value of love and compassion for others
And heaven might find a place in their hearts;
So that their hearts are pure and worthy of being inducted into heaven
'Cause Jesus is love.
As Jesus represents love in its truest form
He won't let you down,
He will always be there for you and never disappoint you
And I know He's mine forever,
And I am assured that He is mine forever
Ah, in my heart.
A feeling of assurance that Jesus is deeply rooted within me
We've got to walk on, walk on through temptation,
It is essential to walk steadfastly towards our goals, albeit through temptations and obstacles
'Cause His Love and His wisdom will be our helping hand.
As the love and wisdom of Jesus will help us overcome and aid us in our journey
And I know the truth and His word will be our salvation.
The truth and word of Jesus will serve as our means of deliverance and aid in achieving salvation
Lift up our heart to be thankful and glad
To be grateful for everything we have and to find joy in it
'Cause Jesus is love.
As Jesus is the embodiment of love itself
He won't let you down,
As Jesus is a dependable figure who promises to never let us down
And I know He's mine deep down in my soul.
I am aware that Jesus resides in the deepest parts of my soul
Jesus is love.
Jesus is synonymous with love
I want to follow your star wherever it leads me,
I aspire to follow Jesus wherever He beckons me, even if it seems unreachable
And I don't mind Lord, I hope you don't mind.
I am willing to follow Him wholeheartedly, hoping for His support in doing so
I want to walk with you, and talk with you,
I aspire to spend time with Jesus, hearing His thoughts and conversing with Him
And do all the things you want me to do,
I am willing to perform any task assigned to me by Jesus
'Cause I know that Jesus, Jesus is love, I know,
As I am aware that Jesus embodies love itself
And if you ask, I'll show love is the word forever,
And if asked, I will assure you of the eternal presence of love through Jesus
Ah, in my heart, help me, heart, heart.
A plea to Jesus to help in strengthening the heart and soul
I know, I know, I know, I know His love's the power,
As I am confident that the power of Jesus lies in love
His love's the glory forever, ever, ever, ever.
And that His love will serve as a testament to His glory forevermore
Who can bring you love?
A question asked to exemplify that love can only be imparted by Jesus
Who can bring you joy?
As only Jesus can bring eternal and true joy in our lives
Who can turn your life around?
Only Jesus can give our lives an entirely new direction
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,
An exclamation to emphasize the importance of Jesus
Who will pick you up, ooh, where you fall?
Only Jesus can provide support and pick us up when we are down
Who will stand beside you? Who will love us all?
As only Jesus is the epitome of love and care for one and all
Hey, Jesus, Jesus.
An address to Jesus, who is listening and ready to help
Who can heal your body? Who can make it strong?
Jesus is the only one who can heal and strengthen our body and soul
Who can help you to hold out a little while longer?
As only Jesus can assist us if we grow weary during life's pursuits
Oh yeah, Jesus loves you, Jesus wants you,
As Jesus cherishes and wants all of us to be with Him
You can call Him, He will answer.
As Jesus hears us and is always present to help those in need
Call Him in the morning, call Him in the evening
To emphasize that we can call upon Jesus anytime
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Lionel Richie
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@jewellewis3488
Good job and so glad you give The Lord Praise. Love You Willie ♥️🎶
@lelareddix2865
So awesome I love this song Willie Clayton did such a fantastic job with it I love you Willie Clayton ❤️
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Love your song
@veronicabarnes1064
Holy Spirit Your Welcome Here Glory to God Yes Rite Now Father Help Our Children 🛐👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾
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Yes
@prettypeanut1203
Praying for me please God blessing I remember that song when I was little girl this my favorite songs
@prettypeanut1203
Tell him praying the Lord hello there God blessed