Mississippi Mass Choir - Lord, You're The Landlord Lyrics
Lyrics
(Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(I Say Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(Come On) Fix It Fix It Like You Said You Would
Verse
I Been Bought With The Price
and I'm Not, Not My Own
Since You Came Into My Life
all My Troubles Are Now Ours
So I'll Keep Walking By Faith
and I Know You Make Away
You're My Landlord Jesus
and I Trust You Everyday
yes I Do
(I wanna Say) Lord You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(I Said)lord You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(I Said)lord You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(Come On)fix It Fix It Like You Said You Would
Verse
Somebody Sick And They Can't Get Well
There's A Leak In Your Building
Somebody Sick Jesus And They Can't Get Well
There's A Leak In Your Building
Somebody Sick Jesus And They Can't Get Well
There's A Leak In Your Building
(Come On) Fix It Fix It Like You Said You Would
(Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(I Say Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(I Say Lord) You're The Landlord
there's A Leak In Your Building
(Come On) Fix It Fix It Like You Said You Would
(I Can't Fix It) I Can't Fix It
(I Can't Fix It) I Can't Fix It
(I Can't Fix It) I Can't Fix It
(I Can't Fix It) I Can't Fix It
(You're My Landlord) You're My Landlord
(You're My Landlord) You're My Landlord
(You're My Landlord) You're My Landlord
(You're My Landlord) You're My Landlord
Video
Lord, You're The Landlord
Meaning & Inspiration
The Mississippi Mass Choir delivered a powerful declaration of faith with "Lord, You're The Landlord," released on February 1, 2011, as part of their album *Then Sings My Soul*. This song isn't just a musical piece; it's a profound theological statement wrapped in a communal prayer, speaking directly to the believer's absolute reliance on God in every facet of life. At its core, the song brilliantly employs the metaphor of God as the ultimate Landlord and the individual believer, or even the collective body of Christ, as His dwelling, His building. This imagery immediately establishes God's supreme ownership and responsibility, positioning humanity not as independent contractors but as tenants under His benevolent care.
The fundamental meaning of "Lord, You're The Landlord" resonates deeply with the Scriptural truth found in Psalm 24:1, which proclaims, "The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." This verse affirms God's universal dominion, extending His ownership to every individual who has been "bought with the price," a direct reference to redemption through Christ's sacrifice, as explained in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: "You are not your own; you were bought at a price." When the worshipper declares, "I'm not, not my own," it acknowledges this divine purchase, implying a transfer of ownership and, crucially, responsibility. This means our lives, our bodies, our very being are God's property, making Him fully accountable for their upkeep, much like a landlord is for their building.
The recurring refrain, "there's a leak in Your building," serves as a poignant, relatable metaphor for the myriad troubles, weaknesses, and challenges that plague human existence. A leak signifies damage, a problem beyond the tenant's immediate repair, requiring the landlord's intervention. This directly translates to personal struggles, sickness, spiritual battles, or any form of distress that a person cannot fix on their own. The lyric "Somebody Sick And They Can't Get Well" starkly illustrates one such "leak," highlighting the common human experience of encountering problems that defy personal resolution. This sentiment aligns with our inherent limitations, as echoed in Zechariah 4:6, which states that it is "not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty," underscoring that our reliance must be on divine strength, not our own. The repeated affirmation, "I Can't Fix It," is a humble yet powerful confession of human inadequacy, paving the way for divine intervention.
The heart of the song's message lies in the earnest plea, "Fix It Fix It Like You Said You Would." This isn't a demand but a faith-filled petition, anchoring itself in the unwavering promises of God. It acknowledges His covenant faithfulness and His divine character as a God who keeps His word. Numerous scriptures affirm God’s commitment to His people, such as Philippians 4:19, which promises, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." Similarly, Matthew 11:28 invites, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest," directly addressing those burdened by the "leaks" in their lives. The call to "fix it" is a direct application of trusting God to uphold His end of the divine contract, to maintain His dwelling, to care for His own.
Furthermore, the song’s verse, "So I'll Keep Walking By Faith and I Know You Make Away," is a testament to persistent belief and trust. Walking by faith, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:7, means relying on God's unseen power and guidance rather than visible circumstances. Even when circumstances seem dire and the "leak" appears overwhelming, the worshipper expresses confidence that God will "make a way," echoing Isaiah 43:19, where God declares, "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." This profound trust extends to "everyday," reinforcing the continuous dependence on Jesus as the Landlord, aligning with Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages us to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." The song, therefore, serves as a powerful reminder that our struggles are not ours alone to bear, but shared burdens with a sovereign and caring Landlord who is faithful to His word and capable of mending all that is broken within His dwelling.