Inspirations - The Fa Sol La Song Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
It was way down deep South during the reconstruction days
When everybody needed help in every kind of way
Traveling in an oxen cart and picking an old guitar
Was the Reverend Everette Beverly and Sister Anna Lar
They went t' all-day singin's with the dinner on the ground
When Sister Anna Laura sang no one could quieten her down
The folk would spread the word around, they'd come from near and far
To hear the Reverend Everett Beverly and Sister Anna Laura
Chorus
Fa mi so so la fa ni so so la
Fa mi so so la fa so
They sing the fa so High and the so so low
Fa mi so so la fa so
When they would leave the singin's, folk would follow them out of town
They kept wantin' da' hear them singin' that good soul-saving sound
Their songs echoed the valleys, just like the heavenly choir
With the Reverend Everett Beverly and Sister Anna Lar
Repeat Chorus
For years and years they traveled and their singing was heard
While Sister Anna Laura sang the Reverend spread the Word
And the family recollection remembers who they are
The Great Great grandpa Beverly and Grandma Anna Lar
Repeat Chorus
Chorus 2
Fa mi so so la fa mi so so la
Fa mi so so la fa so
They sing the fa so High
And the so so low
Fa mi so so la fa so
Fa mi so so la fa so
Video
Inspirations The Fa Sol la Song
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 21, 2012, "The Fa Sol La Song" by Inspirations takes listeners on a journey to a poignant period in American history, the Reconstruction era, painting a vivid picture of hope and spiritual sustenance delivered through song. The narrative centers on the Reverend Everette Beverly and Sister Anna Lar, a remarkable duo whose ministry was intrinsically linked to their musical gift. Their travels, often by humble oxen cart, led them to "all-day singin's with the dinner on the ground," communal gatherings where their music served as a beacon. Sister Anna Laura's voice, described as powerful and captivating, drew people from far and wide, creating an atmosphere where their "good soul-saving sound" echoed through the valleys like a heavenly choir. The song emphasizes the enduring legacy of their ministry, passed down through family recollection as their "Great Great grandpa Beverly and Grandma Anna Lar," highlighting how their spiritual impact transcended their earthly presence.
The core message of "The Fa Sol La Song" resonates deeply with the biblical principle of spreading the Gospel through joyful expression and community. The duo's commitment to sharing their faith through song directly mirrors the mandate found in Psalm 96:1-3: "Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, bless his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples." Their ability to draw crowds and offer solace through their music speaks to the power of a testimony, as mentioned in Revelation 12:11, "They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony." The simple yet profound refrain, with its vocalizations representing musical notes, underscores the fundamental building blocks of praise. This echoes the early church's dedication to musical worship, as seen in Ephesians 5:19, "speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing, and make music in your heart to the Lord." The song's emphasis on their faith leading to salvation aligns with Jesus' own words in John 6:63, "The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you—they are full of the Spirit and life." Reverend Beverly's role in spreading "the Word" while Sister Anna Laura sang powerfully illustrates the multifaceted nature of ministry, where proclamation and edification work in tandem. This unity of word and song in ministry is reminiscent of Nehemiah 8:8, where the Levites read from the Book of the Law of God, making it clear and giving the meaning so that the people understood what was read. The enduring memory of their ministry serves as a testament to the lasting impact of lives dedicated to God’s service, a legacy that inspires future generations, much like the exhortation in Hebrews 13:7, "Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith."