R&B Bridgez: The 15th Anniversary of Mariah Carey’s ‘The Emancipation Of Mimi’

Today, marks the 15th Anniversary of when Mariah Carey‘s “The Emancipation of Mimi” was released, April 12th, 2005.

The album has went 6x Platinum in the US and earned a jaw-dropping 10 Grammy nominations. Which included Record and Album of the Year.

The album earned her three Grammys: Best Contemporary R&B Album, Best Female Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song for “We Belong Together.”

“We Belong Together” was the albums monster hit and went 4x Platinum and topped the charts. Topping off with an astounding five wins at the Billboard Music Awards and currently sits at #14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart from 1958-2018.

To celebrate the release we wanted this R&B Bridgez to revisit that era with Mariah‘s official “The Emancipation of Mimi” biography via Island Def Jam.

As a bonus we’ve included the lyrics from the album.

“The Emancipation of Mimi” will forever be an R&B Classic!

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With her unique talent and signature vocal abilities, Mariah Carey commanded the world’s attention when she made her musical debut in the early nineties. In less than a decade, Mariah Carey emerged as one of the most popular and widely acclaimed talents in music. As a singer and songwriter, Carey has been recognized with the most prestigious accolades in the industry including two Grammy Awards, eight American Music Awards, Billboard’s “Artist of the Decade” Award and the World Music Award for “World’s Best Selling Female Artist of the Millennium” to name a few. As the best-selling female performer of all time, Mariah Carey has continuously raised the bar and set the standard of excellence within the music industry worldwide.

With a mother who shared both talent and a love of music, Carey was destined for a life of song having been named after “They Call the Wind Mariah” a melody from a popular Lerner and Loewe musical. From an early age, Carey demonstrated extraordinary musical abilities. She started singing at the tender age of four and her innate talent quickly progressed. While attending middle school, Carey began honing her songwriting skills and upon high school graduation she immediately left for New York City to pursue a lifetime ambition – her dream of a musical career.

From the beginning, Carey’s luminous talent quickly distinguished her in New York and her vocals were in demand by a variety of artists. Her major break came while singing backup for Brenda K. Starr, who gave Mariah’s demo tape to then Sony Music Entertainment Chief Tommy Mottola. Soon afterwards, Mottola signed Mariah to her first recording contract with Columbia Records.

With a fresh-face and angelic allure Mariah exploded on the scene with a signature style that displayed a vocal intensity that had never been seen before. Released in 1990, Carey’s self-titled debut was an immense hit, firmly establishing her as one of the most talented artists in the industry. The album which spawned an extraordinary four #1 singles: “Vision of Love,” “Love Takes Time,” “Someday,” and “I Don’t Wanna Cry,” led to two Grammy Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Vocalist. Carey continued her success with a series of singles from Emotions and MTV Unplugged albums that consistently placed her at the top of the charts.

With the 1993 release of Music Box, which included the chart-topping hit singles “Dreamlover” and “Hero,” Carey produced her most commercially successful album to date going an astounding ten-times platinum. Carey soon hit yet another career milestone with the release of her first holiday album Merry Christmas, which contained the instant classic “All I Want for Christmas is You.” Over the next two years, Carey continued her relentless chart domination with the album Daydream (1995). Daydream’s “Fantasy” single debuted at number one, making Mariah the second artist in history and the first female performer to accomplish that feat. The album’s other single, “One Sweet Day” (recorded with Boyz II Men), stayed at the top of the charts for a mind-blowing 16 weeks. Carey followed with the Hip-Hop and R&B infused Butterfly which introduced a new chapter in Mariah’s career teaming her with the hottest names in the music business such as Sean Combs and Missy Elliott.

A true testament to her longevity, Carey released #1’s, a compilation of her chart-topping hits in 1998. The album also included a new song, “When You Believe” (from the film “The Prince of Egypt”), a duet with Whitney Houston, pairing two of the most successful female recording artists in Pop history. Rainbow, with its chart-topping hit “Heartbreaker,” followed in 1999 with startling success.

Always at the top of her game, the ever-thriving Carey sparked the interest of the Universal Music Group’s Island Def Jam Records who in May 2002 signed her to an exclusive recording contract. Later that year, Carey made her Island Def Jam debut with the release of the multi-platinum Charmbracelet.

After more than a decade of hits that include the staggering success of 15 #1 singles, Carey will release her most revealing album to date, The Emancipation of Mimi, in April 2005. Entirely written and co-produced by the gifted Carey, her tenth studio album is an intimate portrayal of both the challenges and successes that she experienced during her rise to unparalleled fame. Carey explains the inspiration behind her new album;

“With this album, I am embracing my independence and celebrating the person that I have become. Over the years, I have evolved into a better person and an even better artist. For the first time in my life, I am proud and unafraid to be who I really am, and that’s what the music of this album and its title reflect. By naming my album The Emancipation of Mimi and referencing ‘Mimi’ a nickname only used by those closest to me, I am inviting my fans into my life.”

A brilliant artist who has co-written every song on each of her albums since 1990, Mariah Carey has consistently shown her willingness to express herself both as a remarkable vocalist and an acclaimed songwriter. The Emancipation of Mimi offers more than a glimpse into Mariah’s world featuring tunes like the heartfelt “Circles” and “Fly Like a Bird,” with their positive messages of affirmation and hope. While being honest and vulnerable in expressing her emotions through songs like “I Wish You Knew” and “Joyride,” Mariah leaves no doubt that she is a woman who speaks her mind. The infectious, edgy “It’s Like That,” co-produced by Jermaine Dupri is the album’s first hit single and a definitive statement of where Mariah stands at this point in her life, and is her fastest climbing single in five years.

Mariah and executive producer, Antonio “L.A.” Reid (Island Def Jam Music Group Chairman), approached the creation of The Emancipation of Mimi in a very specific way delivering ballads like “We Belong Together” (which pays homage to the Bobby Womack classic “If You Think You’re Lonely Now”) that her fans have come to expect while evoking a new sound that will surely broaden her appeal and capture an entirely new audience.

The Emancipation of Mimi marks “the return of the voice.” As an artist who has paved the way for a host of emerging talent throughout the years, Mariah is set once again to redefine the heights of musical success with her incomparable talent and timeless appeal. With a refined and sophisticated new look indicative of her artistic evolution, she is poised to conquer new territory. Consistently evolving musically, personally, and creatively Mariah will re-assert her claim as the best-selling female performer of all time with The Emancipation of Mimi. As an artist revered worldwide, her boundless talent and success is unmatched across the globe.

Apart from her musical achievements, Mariah Carey’s depth of person stems from her love and support of children in need; evident through her continuous involvement in a host of charities dedicated to ensuring their happiness and well being. Mariah is devoted to such charities as The Make-A-Wish Foundation, The Fresh Air Fund, Save the Music, and The National Adoption Center to name a few. With an unwavering effort through appearances, concerts, and donations to these organizations, Mariah has raised millions of dollars. Her generous involvement and on-going support of the Fresh Air Fund resulted in Camp Mariah, the fund’s first camp named in honor of an individual. Always willing to offer her “best” self to others, Mariah has not only established herself as a talented artist, but also as a sincere kind-hearted individual worthy of the world’s acclaim.

The Emancipation of Mimi – Lyrics

It’s Like That

Verse 1
I came to have a party
Open off that Bacardi
Feeling so hot tamale
Boy I know you’re watchin’ me so what’s it gonna be
Purple taking me higher
I’m lifted and I like it
Boy you got me inspired
Baby come and get it if you’re really feelin’ me

B-Section
Cause it’s my night
No stress no fights
I’m leavin’ it all behind
No tears no time to cry
Just making the most of life

Chorus 1
Everybody is livin’ it up
All the fellas’ keep lookin’ at us
Cause me and my girls on the floor like what
While the dj keeps on spinnin’ the cut
It’s like that y’all (that y’all)
That y’all (that y’all)
It’s like that a a that
A like that y’all (that y’all)

Verse 2
You like this and you know it
Caution, it’s so explosive
Them chickens is ash and I’m lotion
Baby come and get it
Let me give you what you need
It’s a special occasion
Mimi’s emancipation
A cause for celebration
I ain’t gonna let nobody’s drama bother me

B-Section
Cause it’s my night
No stress no fights
I’m leavin’ it all behind
No tears no time to cry
Just making the most of life

Chorus 2
Everybody is livin’ it up
All the fellas keep lookin’ at us
Cause me and my girls on the floor like what
While the dj keeps on spinnin’ the cut
It’s like that y’all (that y’all)
That y’all (that y’all)
Like that a a that
A like that y’all (that y’all)

B-Section

We Belong Together

Verse 1
I didn’t mean it when I said
I didn’t love you so
I should have held on tight
I never should have let you go
I didn’t know nothing,
I was stupid, I was foolish
I was lying to myself
I couldn’t have fathomed
I would ever be without your love
Never imagined I’d be sitting
Here beside myself
Guess I didn’t know you
Guess I didn’t know me
But I thought I knew everything
I never felt

Pre-Chorus 1
The feeling that I’m feeling
Now that I don’t hear your voice
Or have your touch and kiss your lips
Cause I don’t have a choice
Oh what I wouldn’t give
To have you lying by my side
Right here cause baby

Chorus 1
When you left I lost a part of me
It’s still so hard to believe
Come back baby please cause
We belong together
Who else am I gonna lean on when times get rough
Who’s gonna talk to me on the phone
Till the sun comes up
Who’s gonna take your place
There ain’t nobody better
Oh baby baby
We belong together

Verse 2
I can’t sleep at night
When you are on my mind
Bobby Womack’s on the radio
Singing to me “If You Think You’re Lonely Now”
Wait a minute this is too deep
I gotta change the station
So I turn the dial tryin’ to catch a break
And then I hear Babyface
“I Only Think Of You” and it’s breakin’ my heart
I’m tryin’ to keep it together but I’m falling apart

Pre-Chorus 2
I’m feeling all out of my element
Throwing things, crying tryin’
To figure out where the hell I went wrong
The pain reflected in this song
Ain’t even half of what I’m feeling inside
I need you, need you back in my life baby

Chorus 2
When you left I lost a part of me
It’s still so hard to believe
Come back baby please cause
We belong together
Who else am I gonna lean on when times get rough
Who’s gonna talk to me on the phone
Till the sun comes up
Who’s gonna take your place
There ain’t nobody better
Oh baby baby
We belong together

Outro
When you left I lost a part of me
It’s still so hard to believe
Come back baby please cause
We belong together
Who am I gonna lean on when times get rough
Who’s gonna talk to me till the sun comes up
Who’s gonna take your place
There ain’t nobody better
Oh baby baby
We belong together

Shake It Off

Chorus
I gotta shake you off
Cause the loving ain’t the same
And you keep on playing games
Like you know I’m here to stay
I gotta shake you off
Just like the Calgon commercial
I really gotta get up outta here
And go somewhere
I gotta shake you off
Gotta make that move
Find somebody who
Appreciates all the love I give
Boy I gotta shake you off
Gotta do what’s best for me
Baby and that means I gotta
Shake you off

Verse 1
By the time you get this message
It’s gonna be too late
So don’t bother paging me
Cause I’ll be on my way
See I grabbed all my diamonds and clothes
Just ask your momma she knows
You’re gonna miss me baby
Hate to say “I told you so”
Well at first I didn’t know
But now it’s clear to me
You would cheat with all your freaks
And lie compulsively
So I packed up my Louis Vuitton
Jumped in your ride and took off
You’ll never ever find a girl
Who loves you more than me

Chorus 2
I gotta shake you off
Cause the loving ain’t the same
And you keep on playing games
Like you know I’m here to stay
I gotta shake you off
Just like the Calgon commercial
I really gotta get up outta here
And go somewhere
I gotta shake you off
Gotta make that move
Find somebody who
Appreciates all the love I give
Boy I gotta shake you off
Gotta do what’s best for me
Baby and that means I gotta
Shake you off

Bridge
I gotta shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it
Off…

Verse 2
I found out about a gang
Of your dirty little deeds
With this one and that one
By the pool, on the beach, in the streets
Heard y’all was
Hold up my phone’s breakin’ up
I’ma hang up and call the machine right back
I gotta get this off of my mind
You wasn’t worth my time
I’ve leaving you behind
Cause I need a real love in my life
Save this recording because
I’m never coming back home
Baby I’m gone
Don’t cha know

Chorus 3
I gotta shake you off
Cause the loving ain’t the same
And you keep on playing games
Like you know I’m here to stay
I gotta shake you off
Just like the Calgon commercial
I really gotta get up outta here
And go somewhere
I gotta shake you off
Gotta make that move
Find somebody who
Appreciated all the love I give
Boy I gotta shake you off
Gotta do what’s best for me
Baby and that means I gotta
Shake you off

Bridge

Mine Again

Verse 1
I remember when you used to be mine
Way back when
I was too naïve to love you right
But now if I only had the opportunity
I would do anything
Because my heart still believes

Chorus 1
Maybe you could be mine again
Maybe we could make that dream for real
Like way back then
When love was yours and mine
Maybe we could bring it back to life

Verse 2
It’s irrelevant to dwell on the past
I’m accountable for what went bad
And I mean that
But I keep on praying for another chance
Just to have you back
Cause I’ve grown
And I know how to be your everything

Chorus 2
Maybe you could be mine again
Maybe we could make that dream for real
Like way back then
When love was yours and mine
Maybe we could bring it back to life

Bridge
No, no it ain’t over yet
I just can’t accept the possibility
We weren’t made for each other’s arms
I know you’re my destiny
We can’t erase what was meant to be
Part of you and part of me
If we try one more time
Maybe somehow we’ll survive

Outro
Maybe you could be mine again
Maybe we could make that dream for real
Like way back then
When love was yours and mine
Boy maybe we could bring it back
Maybe we could bring it back
Maybe we could bring it back to…
Life
Maybe you could be mine

Say Somethin’ featuring Snoop Dogg

Verse 1
I am over here
Looking at you
You are over there
Watching me too
Both painting pictures of
Of how we’ll kiss and ****!
So what we gon’ do
(So what you gon’ do, what you gon’ do)
tell me why we’re standing here
the moment’s fresh and so sincere
you got my mind blown
and baby, I’m ready to go

Chorus 1
But uh…
If it’s worth your while
Say something, say something
If it’s worth your while
Say something good to me
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
If it’s worth your while
Do something good to me

Verse 2
(Let’s make it)
Hot as you can stand it
Something like volcanic
You and me seems organic
Just like the stars and planets
Yeah, we are
So what you gon’ do
(So what you gon’ do, what you gon’ do)
Tell me why we’re still in here
There’s nothing for us to fear
I can tell it with my eyes closed
And baby, I’m ready to go

Chorus 2
But uh…
If it’s worth your while
Say something, say something
If it’s worth your while
Say something good to me
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
If it’s worth your while
Do something good to me
If it’s worth your while
Say something, say something
If it’s worth your while
Say something good to me baby
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
If it’s worth your while
Do something good to me

Rap

Stay The Night

Verse 1
You’re kissing me
And saying I’m the one you need
To keep you warm
And lay with you tonight
Baby I feel the same way
I don’t want to leave
Wanna hold you close
And feel your love inside
But I don’t wanna play myself
Cause I know you’re with someone else
And I don’t need complications in my life
And I don’t wanna fall back in
And get caught up in you again
Boy I’m so conflicted in my mind

Chorus 1
You keep saying stay the night
Just let me rock you till the morning light
It’s cold outside
And much too late to drive
You know I need you baby
I’m so lost without your love

Verse 2
Obviously, procrastinating just to be
Close to you a little longer now
It’s hard for me to break away from you baby
Never could resist you
And I still haven’t learned how
And I don’t wanna be a fool
But it’s hard when it comes to you
And I’m feeling vulnerable tonight
Cause I don’t wanna miss the chance
Of reliving our sweet romance
Boy I’m so confused down deep inside

Chorus 2
You keep saying stay the night
Just let me rock you til the morning light
It’s cold outside
And much too late to drive
You know I need you baby
I’m so lost without your love

Outro

Get Your Number featuring Jermaine Dupri

Chorus
Oh damn
The club ‘bout to close in a minute
Can I get your number baby
So you and I can go get in it
Let me come and pick you up
And go take you out
Can I get your number baby
So I can show you what I’m all about
What I’m all about
Damn

Verse 1
I’ve been checkin’ you out
And I noticed that you ain’t just one of the crowd
So tell me won’t you
Come on and see about me baby
I’ve got the Cris on ice I’m ‘bout to get nice
Up in VIP with all my ladies
Tell me how many times in your life
Will you get an opportunity like this tonight
Tell me a little somethin’ about you
Here’s a little somethin’ about me
I got a house in Capri and my own G4
And that Benz with the doors that lift up from the floor

Chorus 1
Oh damn
The club ‘bout to close in a minute
Can I get your number baby
So you and I can go get in it
Let me come and pick you up
And go take you out
Can I get your number baby
So I can show you what I’m all about
What I’m all about
Damn

Verse 2
Now that you’re sitting next to me
I bet you’re wondering
What my intentions are for you
And I to get into
Baby I just wanna
Hug and kiss and love ya
Look into my eyes baby don’t be shy
Is it yes or no
We ain’t got all night
Tell me how many times in your life
Will you get an opportunity like this tonight
Tell me a little somethin’ about you
Here’s a little somethin’ about me
I got a pip penthouse with a sick hot tub
We can watch the flat screen
While the bubbles fill it up

Chorus 2
Oh damn
The club ‘bout to close in a minute
Can I get your number baby
So you and I can go get in it
Let me come and pick you up
And go take you out
Can I get your number baby
So I can show you what I’m all about
What I’m all about
Damn

Bridge
La, la, la, la, la, la

One And Only featuring Twista

Intro
I’m lookin’ for my one and only
Every time I turn around
I find my heart in pieces on the ground
So so lonely
I’m lookin’ for my one and only

Verse 1
I’m riding home in pain again baby
But that don’t mean s*** to you
You’re currently engaged
In an intimate conversation
With a young groupie or two
They say “players only love you
when they’re playing games”
Still I gave my heart to you
I should have stayed away
Like my friends all told me to

Chorus 1
Every time I turn around
I find my heart in pieces on the ground
So so lonely
I’m lookin’ for my one and only
Every time I turn around
I find my heart in pieces on the ground
Why can’t I find my one and only

Verse 2
See I’m looking for a man that’ll rub me slow
Make me sing real high
When he goes down low
But see it ain’t just a physical thing
He’s gotta treat me affectionately
And I gotta know he won’t betray my trust
Just like every other motherf***** does
Is this just an impossible dream baby
To elusive to pursue
It’s been such a sad and windy road for me
Just searchin’ for the truth

Chorus 2
Every time I turn around
I find my heart in pieces on the ground
So so lonely
I’m lookin’ for my one and only
Every time I turn around
I find my heart in pieces on the ground
Why can’t I find my one and only

Rap

Outro

Circles

Verse 1
Ever since you left me
I’ve been trying to hide the pain
Painting on a smile with lipstick
Putting on a big charade
So difficult to keep pretending
It’s getting harder everyday
It’s plain to see I’m cold and heartsick
Since you turned and walked away
I just keep going round and round
And round in circles
Keep on tumbling down

Chorus 1
Oh boy my world has changed
And I don’t think I can make it without you
Nothing’s the same
You got me running around in circles over you
(running around in circles over you)

Verse 2
Saturday I saw you
Holding hands with someone new
Somehow I kept my composure
Just like everything was cool
But inside I kept repeating
Don’t you let them see you cry
So I casually turned my head
As the tears rolled down my eyes
I just keep going round and round
And round in circles
Keep on tumbling down

Chorus 2
Oh boy my world has changed
And I don’t think I can make it without you
Nothing’s the same
You got me running around in circles over you

Bridge
Everything is you
How can I pull through
My heart is consumed I’m so confused
Still caught up in you…love can be so cruel
Baby don’t know how to turn you loose

Chorus 3
Oh boy my world has changed
And I don’t think I can make it without you
No, nothing’s the same
You got me running around
And running around
And running around
Nothing’s the same
Baby baby cause you
Got me running around
In circles over you
(running around in circles over you)

Your Girl

Verse 1
See, I used to be so shy
Sit at home and fantasize
but I ain’t wastin’ no more time
cause I’ve got to make you mine

Chorus 1
I’m gonna make you want to
Get with me tonight
I’m gonna put those naughty
Thoughts into your mind
I’m gonna show you clearly
I can rock your world
You’re gonna know for sure
That I should be your girl

Verse 2
See I used to be afraid
But now baby I can’t wait
I just gotta have your love
And enough’s enough’s enough

Chorus 2
I’m gonna make you want to
Get with me tonight
I’m gonna put those naughty
Thoughts into your mind
I’m gonna show you clearly
I can rock your world
You’re gonna know for sure
That I should be your girl

I Wish You Knew

Verse 1
I’ve got to see you
Wherever you are
And I’ve got to be there
I’m wishing on stars
I’ve got to reveal what’s inside of my heart
But the words escape me
And I’m paralyzed
So helpless when I
Look into your eyes

Chorus 1
And how I wish you only knew
What I feel inside for you
You probably haven’t got a clue
But I wish you knew
How I love you baby

Verse 2
Honestly I know it’s silly of me
To want you so badly
But keep it concealed
See my inferiority complex kicks in
And the words escape me
And I’m paralyzed
So helpless when I
Look into your eyes

Chorus 2
And how I wish you only knew
What I feel inside for you
You probably haven’t got a clue
But I wish you knew
How I love you baby

To The Floor featuring Nelly

Intro
To the floor
Everybody to the floor
To the floor
Everybody to the floor
C’mon

Verse 1
Baby
I don’t wanna let you think I’m…
(I’d like to try ya
I think you’re so on fire)
Easy
Like them other girls you be seein’
I can’t deny ya
I keep tryin’ to fight it

Bridge 1
I’m sayin’ I just wanna make sure
That you really want me just for me
Because it’s not just that I’m
So impressed by all your cars
And your jewelry
And you know like I know
Feel that chemistry
You know I feel it just the same as you
So won’t you bring that down to me

Hook 1
Whatever happens (whatever happens)
It’s going down tonight
Said it’s all going down tonight
I said it’s all going down tonight
So get ready
Cause you and me got business
We gon’ handle here tonight…
To the floor
Everybody to the floor
C’mon

Verse 2
Shorty
I would never think that you were
(I’d like to try ya
I think you’re so on fire)
Easy
Girl, I just think you’re so outstanding
(I can’t deny it
keep tryin’ to fight it)

Bridge 2
I’m sayin’ I just wanna make sure
That you really want me just for me
Because it’s not just that I’m
So impressed by all your cars
And your jewelry
And you know like I know
Feel that chemistry
You know I feel it just the same as you
So won’t you bring that down to me

Hook 2
Whatever happens (whatever happens)
It’s going down tonight
Said it’s all going down tonight
I said it’s all going down tonight
So get ready
Cause you and me got business
We gon’ handle here tonight…
To the floor
Everybody to the floor
To the floor
Everybody to the floor
C’mon

Bridge
The time is right for you and I –
It’s going down tonight

Hook 3
Whatever happens (whatever happens)
It’s going down tonight
Said it’s all going down tonight
I said it’s all going down tonight
So get ready
Cause you and me got business
We gon’ handle here tonight
It’s going down tonight
It’s going down tonight

Joy Ride

Verse 1
Baby baby don’t you ever let go
More and more until we both overflow
Got a feeling that my heart’s never known
I found love
Tender kisses and I’m floating on air
You can have me anytime, anywhere
When you need me I will always be there
I found love

Chorus 1
And our love goes round and round
Way up high, a joy ride
We can touch the stars above
We found love
And our love was heaven sent
From the day we first met
We’ve got something they can’t touch
We found love

Verse 2
Loving you is like a taste of heaven
Wanna gaze into your eyes forever
Run away and spend our lives together
I’ve found love
Baby baby
All it takes is one touch
And immediately I feel a rush
Baby boy, too much is never enough
I found love

Chorus 2
And our love goes round and round
Way up high, a joy ride
We can touch the stars above
We found love
And our love was heaven sent
From the day we first met
We’ve got something they can’t touch
We found love

Bridge
I don’t need anything
When you’re here next to me
Nobody in this whole wide world
Could ever replace you in my eyes
We found paradise
Forever you and I
Our love goes round and round
On a joy ride
(with ya babe, with ya babe,
with ya babe, with you baby)

Outro

Fly Like A Bird

Verse 1
Somehow I know that
There’s a place up above
With no more hurt and struggling
Free of all atrocities and suffering
Because I feel the unconditional love
From one who cares enough for me
To erase all my burdens
And let me be free to

Chorus
Fly like a bird
Take to the sky
I need You now Lord
Carry me high
Don’t let the world break me tonight
I need the strength of You by my side
Sometimes this life can be so cold
I pray You’ll come and carry me home

Verse 2
Can we recover
Will the world ever be
A place of peace and harmony
With no war and with no brutality
If we loved each other
We would find victory
But in this harsh reality
Sometimes I’m so despondent
That I feel the need to

Chorus 2
Fly like a bird
Take to the sky
I need You now Lord
Carry me high
Don’t let the world break me tonight
I need the strength of You by my side
Sometimes this life can be so cold
I pray You’ll come and carry me home

Bridge
Keep your head to the sky
With God’s love you’ll survive

Outro
Fly like a bird
Take to the sky
I need You now Lord
Carry me high
Don’t let the world break me tonight
I need the strength of You by my side

Sometimes this life can be so cold
I pray You’ll come and carry me home
Carry me higher, higher, higher
Carry me higher, higher, higher
Carry me home
Higher Jesus
Carry me higher Lord