Kirk Franklin - Millionaire (Good Like That) Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus 1
If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire
If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire (A millionaire)
Verse 1
Mind, was about to lose my mind
But God came right on time
He made a way out, no way
End. I thought it was the end
But He stepped in again
And made a way out, no way, yeah
Chorus 2
God is good like that
Yeah, He's good like that
My God is good like that
He's good (hey)
My God is good like that
Yeah, He's good like that
My God is good like that
He's good
Chorus 1
'Cause...If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire, oh
(Tauren, preach it)
If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire, oh
Verse 2
Wall, had my back against the wall
It looked impossible
But He made a way out, no way
(He made a way out of no way)
Life, was about to lose my life
He came and paid the price
And made a way out, no way
Chorus 2
God is good like that
Yeah, He's good like that
My God is good like that
He's good (How many of y'all know He's good)
My God is good like that (yeah)
Yeah, He's good like that (so good)
My God is good like that
He's good
Time for the bridge
Bridge
You can have your doubts but I can't deny
His faithfulness in my own life
(Hey, He made a way for me)
(Hallelujah)
You can have your doubts but I can't deny
His faithfulness in my own life
(Hey, He made a way for me)
(Ha, let's go)
Chorus 1
If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire, oh (ha, sounds good)
If I had a dollar for every time they said
God wasn't gon' come through
I'd be a Millionaire, oh
Chorus 2
God is good like that
Yeah, He's good like that (God is so good)
My God is good like that
He's good
My God is good like that (yeah)
Yeah, He's good like that (so good)
My God is good like that
He's good
Video
Tauren Wells, Kirk Franklin - Millionaire (Good Like That) [Official Music Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on August 13, 2020, Kirk Franklin's collaboration with Tauren Wells, "Millionaire (Good Like That)," is a powerful anthem of unwavering faith, even when faced with overwhelming doubt from the outside world. The song's core message is beautifully encapsulated in its titular hook: if Franklin were to receive a dollar for every time someone declared God wouldn't come through, he'd be a millionaire. This immediate declaration sets the stage for a narrative of personal struggle and divine intervention. The verses paint vivid pictures of desperate situations, describing a mind on the brink of losing itself and a back pressed against the wall with seemingly no escape. These moments of intense pressure are consistently met with God's timely intervention, illustrating the miraculous ability to find a way where none appears to exist, a theme echoed in scriptures like Isaiah 43:2, which promises, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you." The repeated refrain, "God is good like that," serves as a constant, joyful affirmation of God's steadfast character and his consistent provision, resonating with the Psalmist's declaration in Psalm 34:8, "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him."
The bridge provides a personal testimony, inviting listeners to acknowledge God's faithfulness in their own lives, regardless of external skepticism. This emphasis on personal experience and undeniable evidence of God's hand in one's life directly mirrors the Apostle Paul's encouragement in Romans 10:17: "Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ." The song masterfully blends this personal testimony with a universal truth – that God’s goodness is a constant, even when circumstances suggest otherwise. The imagery of God making a way out of "no way" is a profound expression of divine power and grace, reminding us of God's ability to perform the impossible, as exemplified by numerous biblical accounts. The infectious energy of the track, driven by Franklin's signature production and Wells's dynamic vocal delivery, makes it more than just a song; it's an invitation to celebrate resilience and trust in a God who consistently proves himself good, a message that continues to inspire and uplift listeners seeking encouragement and reassurance of divine power.