As I opened my mouth to sing this song, I almost got teary because it reminded me of a point in my life when I felt alone, weary, troubled and so burdened.
But then, I heard a still voice calling me for something greater, I felt someone's arms around me, I felt the warmth of his love and I realized I was never alone, I realized I've been loved by God even before I learnt to love myself. He held my hands and pulled me out from every distress and fear.
This song is a song that reminds us that we are never alone and God will always answer when we call.
I didn't want to be left out of this contest even if I had to sing in a place with less ventilation which was my only option and because I didn't want to procrastinate such an opportunity.
I chose this song because my birthday is in a few days time, I am January born and I feel grateful to God for the gift of life and I also feel privileged to share my gift on a beautiful platform like this.
Link to my video
Rendering my voice on this instrumental with background vocals gives room for me to vocally express myself and share my story. The song is one of a kind and I could feel the heat while it was sung. I hope this rendition blesses your soul and gives you hope.
Lyrics:
When I am down and oh my soul so weary
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
And I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit a while with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountain
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand
So I can be above the mountain
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be yeah yeah yeah
You raise me up, to more than I can be
Hallelujah
Promotional video
https://x.com/DhamieHilz/status/1877665186590396581t=4ad14W0fPMTN_Z4uYXddLQ&s=19