Beckah Shae - Joy Lyrics
Lyrics
Let the earth be glad and let the heavens rejoice!
Let the seas roar, and let the trees of the forest
shout for joy!
Let the rivers clap their hands! Let the mountains sing!
For the Lord has done great and mighty things!
I ride on the clouds, above the earth
Like an eagle I fly
Leaving behind all my concerns
Cause I'm free, in your peace
With your arms open wide
I run to you and you fill me inside
Joy, Joy, Joy Sweet resounding joy
Joy, Joy, Joy You are the song of my heart
Joy, Joy, Joy My strength comes from your joy
Joy, Joy, Joy You are the song of my heart
Let your Glory come down, mysteries unfold
Let your treasures be found, and let all your secrets
be told!
My radiance is found, when I seek your face
And I explode in praise, Oh deep within my soul!
I am confident that even when,
Trials and tribulations come, that you can,
Turn it all around
Cause I'm never bound by simple situations
I know that, even when I cry,
Nothing's too hard for the Most High
I just wanna shout to the nations
Just come with me and fly!
Joy, Joy, Joy Cause I'm free in your peace
Joy, Joy, Joy With your arms open wide
Joy, Joy, Joy I run to you
Joy, Joy, Joy You are the song of my heart
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Joy by Beckah Shae
Meaning & Inspiration
Beckah Shae’s song "Joy," released on May 15, 2024, arrives as a vibrant declaration of spiritual freedom and an unwavering trust in God’s transformative power. This track is far more than just a melody; it's a profound scriptural journey, articulating a believer's deep-seated delight and confidence in the divine, regardless of life’s circumstances. The song opens with an expansive invitation for creation itself to praise, invoking imagery reminiscent of Psalms 96 and 98 where the heavens rejoice, the seas roar, and the trees shout for gladness because "the Lord has done great and mighty things." This immediate connection to the grandeur of God's work establishes a foundational truth: His greatness is worthy of universal adoration, setting the stage for a personal testament of His goodness.
The narrative quickly shifts to a personal encounter with this all-encompassing joy, vividly portrayed through the lines, "I ride on the clouds, above the earth Like an eagle I fly Leaving behind all my concerns Cause I'm free, in your peace." This imagery directly echoes Isaiah 40:31, promising renewed strength and soaring like eagles for those who hope in the Lord, signifying a release from earthly anxieties into a transcendent peace. The feeling of running into God’s "arms open wide" and being "filled inside" paints a picture of intimate communion and overwhelming welcome, much like the embrace of the father for his prodigal son in Luke 15:20, and the filling of the Holy Spirit. This personal experience is the wellspring from which the resounding chorus flows, establishing joy not merely as an emotion, but as the very "song of my heart" and the source of strength, directly aligning with Nehemiah 8:10, which proclaims, "The joy of the Lord is your strength."
As the song progresses, it ventures into a prayer for deeper spiritual revelation, expressed in the desire for God's "Glory come down, mysteries unfold Let your treasures be found, and let all your secrets be told!" This reflects a yearning for a profound understanding of God's character and His hidden wisdom, as described in Colossians 2:2-3, where all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden in Christ. The seeker’s "radiance is found, when I seek your face," mirroring Psalm 34:5 where those who look to Him are radiant, never covered with shame. This pursuit of God’s face leads to an explosive, uninhibited praise "deep within my soul," a natural, overflowing response to divine encounter and revelation.
Perhaps the most empowering aspect of "Joy" is its unwavering declaration of faith in the face of adversity. The lines, "I am confident that even when, Trials and tribulations come, that you can, Turn it all around Cause I'm never bound by simple situations," speak volumes about a divinely-imparted resilience. It’s a powerful affirmation of Romans 8:28, which assures believers that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, and John 16:33, where Jesus promises peace despite worldly troubles. The conviction that "Nothing's too hard for the Most High," even in moments of tears, resonates with Jeremiah 32:27, where God asks, "Is anything too hard for me?" This robust faith liberates from the constraints of circumstances, embodying a spiritual freedom that transcends physical or emotional limitations. The song culminates in a triumphant call to "shout to the nations Just come with me and fly!", transforming personal joy into a compelling invitation for others to experience this liberating truth and strength found in God's unending joy. "Joy" by Beckah Shae is a profound musical sermon, an uplifting anthem that encourages every spirit to find its rest, freedom, and strength in the unwavering joy of the Lord.