Samm Henshaw - Church Lyrics

Lyrics

Samm:
Mama said we in the church
You best believe this aint no hotel
Rocking your halo like a snapback
Cos you hang with ghetto angels
She told me they won’t catch you
When you fall
You know this aint gon end well
Heard somebody shot the sheriff
If its you i aint gon pay bail

She says
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
Wake up wake
Wake up wake

Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Wake up wake up wish i could hear you right now
Somebody come and tell this lady cool down
Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

Poppa said to be a man
Best keep your word until the final days
Said if you sign up you’ll be covered
See my church don’t take no holidays
He said i’ll drop my anchor in the storm
Until your tears leave the waves
Don’t walk these streets looking for beef
Cos hells an oven with a cold flame

She says
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
Wake up wake
Wake up wake

Doc:
Granny told me when you get ya blessings
Church want 10 percent
They had ya back when you was down
Dont forget
Hold up wait
Holy Ghost bullet ricochet
Took some time to pray
When im in the streets today
Make the devil stay awaaaaay
Aint gotta fake
But you blockin all ya blessings when you lying bout ya age
I can feel the spirit moving
When im lighting up the stage
Who listening when u pray it just depend on your taste

Venus:
Tell me where you running
When that Kitty ain't as warm as it was
I don't care who you praying to
I just pray you believe in you
See what you seek is underneath
That kingdom coming make them scream
Amen from the congregation
I need a spray tan for my Jesus
And when they ask me where I'm headed, hell or heaven,
Seat belts fastening straight to Mars, Look at God!

Samm:
She says
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
Wake up wake
Good morning
She says good morning
Wake up wake
Wake up

Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
(I don’t want to wake up)
Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
(I don’t want to wake up)
Wake up wake up wish i could hear you right now
Somebody come and tell this lady cool down
Wake up and get yourself to church
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

Video

Samm Henshaw - Church (Official Video) ft. EARTHGANG

Meaning & Inspiration

Samm Henshaw's "Church," featuring EARTHGANG, released on February 5, 2019, is a vibrant declaration of faith, not in a building, but in the tangible presence of God within His people. The song artfully reframes the concept of "church" from an edifice to the collective body of believers, a deeply biblical perspective that resonates throughout the track. Henshaw's exploration of this theme aligns with scriptural teachings that emphasize the Church as the living temple of God, a concept powerfully articulated by Paul in 1 Corinthians 3:16, which states, "Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you?" This understanding elevates the song beyond mere musical expression, positioning it as a resonant affirmation of spiritual truth. The message unfolds through Henshaw's earnest vocals and EARTHGANG's dynamic contribution, painting a picture of faith found not in ritualistic observance alone, but in genuine community and the indwelling Spirit. The lyrics convey a journey of seeking and finding, where the true sanctuary is discovered in fellowship and the shared experience of divine presence. This resonates with the early Church's practice of meeting in homes, as described in Acts 2:42, where they "devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers." The song encourages listeners to recognize and cultivate this sacred space within themselves and their interactions with others, understanding that wherever believers gather in His name, Christ is present, as promised in Matthew 18:20: "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I among them." Ultimately, "Church" serves as an inspiring reminder that the essence of faith is alive and active in the lives of those who carry the Spirit, a profound and uplifting testament to the enduring nature of God's presence in the world.