The Gospel Clefs - Open Our Eyes

[@dr.antioneeakins5992]

My dad passed away on last night. This was the last song he sang just a week or so ago while being visited by the hospice chaplain. He sang it with strength soul conviction

[@janicebonilla4657]

Antione Eakins You don't know me but I'm sorry for your loss.

[@ieshaousley7230]

May God bless brother and bring you His loved peace.

[@mychalmitchell323]

My condolences to your family. That was his prayer for ALL of us.

[@Afiplaysmusic]

Blessing. May his memories bring you comfort.

[@mebss50]

Praise God for your father's strong faith. Praying for your strength.

[@djbof]

I remember hearing Herb Kent playing this song every night at 11 when he would sign off the air in the 1960`s . This beautiful song will always remind his fans of him and what a legend he was thru out his entire life. The world lost a real hero and legend. R.I.P. Thanks for all you did for music lovers everywhere.

[@jamesbraden7561]

He sure did! Miss you Herb Kent....

[@alfadunbar6447]

And I thought Earth Wind and Fire was the original performers of this song. Oh well, You live and you learn

[@CMBB2652]

Me too! Only I didn't remember it was Herb Kent's sign off.

[@fredrickgrays2557]

Every night after his set

[@fredrickgrays2557]

Herb Kent the cool Gent

[@raymondbaylorjr.9367]

I actually have this album in my collection of old school gospel. Growing up as a child my father was a preacher, when he first accepted Jesus as his personal Savior every week he would buy a Gospel album. In my neighborhood as a child everyone would listen to Gospel music on Sunday morning whether they went to church or not. As a child one day my father gathered all of his albums together and put them in a box, I asked him what was he going to do with the albums, he said he was going to throw them away, I asked him can I have them and he gave them to me. I am 61 years old and I still have the albums and I still listen to them. Because of the example of being a Christian and godly man that my father demonstrated before me no matter where we went, I accepted Jesus as my Savior at the age of 7 years old and I am still living for the Lord to be an example to others who I come in contact with that living for the Lord and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ is the best life to live. I am also a preacher. When I was a child my dad asked me what did I want to be when I grow up, I told him I want to be a preacher just like you, when my dad passed back in 2013, his 98-year-old aunt that helped raise him told my family that when my dad was eight years old he told her he wanted to be a preacher when he grew up I never knew that about my dad my whole life truly he was a blessing to me, actually my grandmother spoke all my life when I was a child and told me I was going to be a preacher when I grow up. I pray that these few wordsHave encourage someone today have a blessed day on purpose.

[@jeanettejohnson7315]

Beautiful testimony.

[@kevinsmama3801]

Amen 🙏💕

[@zaba.4656]

These words are absolutely encouraging! I'm 17 and also a pastor's kid, I actually found out about the Gospel Clefs about 4 years ago through the internet, and it is safe to say it's one of the most wonderful pieces of music our wonderful Lord has inspired! I plan on buying a second hand Gospel Clefs vinyl for Christmas for myself, haha! When I'm older, I'll be showing all of this beautiful music to my children. Have a very blessed day!! Thank you for sharing your story.

[@klmegm197682]

Beautiful!🙌🙏🏼

[@tracia.7604]

Thats beautiful. ❤

[@aletabanks4160]

This song woke us up for school in the 70's

[@annburchett702]

I love, love, love that song, Herb Kent of Chicago radio station WVON that was his sign-off every evening song!

[@BMWadventures]

That song takes me back.

[@ieshaousley7230]

This song is actually a prayer. I love it.

[@wandahawes5590]

I grew up in Chicago listening to this song with my mom on the radio station WVON late at night we would wait for Herb Kent to play it. This song has a special place in my childhood memories

[@sableindian]

@Ann Burchett That is exactly what I put under Richie Havens version. Someone else told me about this version and BOOM! Here it is. Your memory is better than mine. I didn't remember the DJ who had this theme song. E. Rodney Jones? Magnificent Monteque? Pervis Spann? No other then the Superstar Herb Kent the Kool Gent. Thanks for the memories

[@jacquelinebarbee5243]

A PLAQUE HAS CAME OVER RHE EARTH GLOBALLY YET SOME OF US CHILDREN OF GOD WON'T TAKE SERIOUSLY. THE US CAPITAL IS DIVIDED, FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE DIVIDE. HATRED AND DEATH IS THE INGREDIENT TO THIS CORNAVIRUS.* IF MY PEOPLE WILL FALL ON THEIR KNEES AND PRAY. I WILL HEAL THE LAND

[@pmadamson]

This song is much needed in the current world climate. "Our Faith each day increase" Let's pray that it does and it reaches more people.

[@lindellcollier9666]

In 1973 wvon am would make this the last song they played before the station with off the air for the night ..........happy memories.....I wish I could talk to the little boy as he listen to this song about the choices he would make later in life because he stopped listening....Still so powerful and so beautiful and so today.GOD BLESS.

[@blackcougar1959]

Lindell Collier, that touched my heart. Blessings brother.

[@Afiplaysmusic]

You touched my heart as well. Stay Blessed @LindellCollier.

[@shawnshahinaz5063]

I'd listen to thus Song every single night as I lay in bed as a 7, 8, 9, year old. Went it went off the air I'd yell, nite nite mama...love you. And off to a blissful dream land I would go. Nite Nite!

[@barbarajohnson8877]

Yes it was the late GREAT Herb Kent.... Gone but he will never be forgotten .He is a Legend Amen

[@charriegreenwood957]

I agree❤

[@cydwebsterbeacham]

My mom used to play this album so much when I was a kid and for some reason, this song plays in my head almost every morning for years now when I wake up.

[@blackcougar1959]

That's a beautiful memory cyd webster beacham. I remember this song too, but have not heard it since I was a little child at about 5 or 6 in 1965 or 1966 until this very day. My cousin posted it on her F.B page with a short bio of legendary Chicago D.J. Herb Kent. I clicked on it, and the merciful memories flooded back. May the blessings of THE MOST HIGH be with you and the rest of these dear souls and their families on this KZbin thread today.

[@mzluv8938]

Childhood memory for me as well

[@evelynmitchell9418]

Yes this song is so filling to me

[@fredawilliams7421]

I know the feeling but it gives me peace

[@Moebeetta]

I remember hearing this as I was a kid playing every night when the radio would sign off for the evening. My mother and aunt would be waiting enthusiastically by the radio to hear this song. Strolling through FB videos and saw a clip using the song brought tears to my eyes, R.I.P mom and aunt Mary. I’ve been playing it daily since I found it

[@garyterrell5702]

I'm from Chicago and this is the song that radio station WGCI played when shutting off

[@juanitalwilliams5208]

My son passed September 30th this year and this was the song we played to signal this earthly journey is over. I listened to this song every night when Herb Kent went off the air in Chicago. I have my grandson on my chest and I am playing this song. My grandson was less than 30 days after his uncle passed. This wonderful bundle of joy is named 💖 after his uncle. Open our eyes now brings me joy

[@DrueFergu]

Herb Kent passed away on Saturday evening. No words can express our great sense of loss. Herb was an iconic talent, who for nearly 70 years entertained millions of listeners in Chicagoland and around the world. His passion for radio and work ethic was second-to-none as Herb worked to the very end, by hosting what unexpectedly was his final V103 broadcast on Saturday morning. Herb leaves a legacy of thousands of entertainers he helped boost, community causes he impacted, and as a former instructor at Chicago State University, sharing his encyclopedic knowledge with hundreds of students. We are so thankful for the privilege of working alongside such a historic figure as Herb Kent for the past 27 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Herb's family, friends, and loved ones. - Matt Scarano, Region President iHeartMedia Chicago Herb was our radio superhero. While I'm incredibly sad, I hold so much joy remembering the fun times we've had with him and the smiles he brought to our faces. Herb will hold an eternal place in our hearts. - Derrick Brown, Director of Urban Programming iHeartMedia Chicago

[@geraldgardner4976]

TheBreathOfLife kok

[@jelenemalone9223]

My mom loved this song She said when she was a child, they would play this on the radio every night at 10:00pm. I played this at her funeral 😢 RiH mommy 💔

[@olskoolgroove8488]

I remember waking up to this song every morning back in the 70s at 5am when it played on AM 750 WRAP in Hampton, VA. The station would open with this song followed by prayer. This meant my father was waking up and getting ready for work. My father is 86 years young and we still love this song. The words and message is even more important today. and so glad Thank you for posting it. Peace and Blessings to all!!

[@cameoslaughtersr2821]

Pure Beautiful, 1 Love 🙏🏽💯😘🥰

[@jsamc]

Jack Holmes ! Yes, from a Norfolk guy far from home.

[@byronbey9437]

If you grew up in the 757 in the 70's, 80's, or 90's and you were up at 6:00 a.m. this song was how your school day started. I think Rev. L.E. Willis used this to lead off his " Crusading for Christ" program also with this song. I was going to Norfolk State in the early to mid 90's and when I would decide to stay at home instead of the dorm "Open our Eyes" would all was come on just as I was crossing the High Rise Bridge on my way back to NSU. R.I.P to "Daddy Jack Holmes and the late Rev. L.E. Willis.

[@feliciahester1517]

We heard it as well… in North Carolina

[@rhondaelliott2991]

My son is being deployed to Kuwait, and this song popped up on FB, and I sent it to him, to stay safe and strong, I remember listening to song as a kid, love it even more now.

[@melanieways9770]

I love this song! Although it is over 60 old, I still can sing every word. My friend, Floyd Henley, sang this solo. May be rest in peace and may this song bring you closer to God!

[@gold-in-melanin7488]

My grandma has just requested to hear this!💛🙏🏿

[@debraneal4719]

Tears are in my eyes this was a wonderful time in life for me that lil girl in Chicago on the south side 43 st on Indiana man I miss those days so much

[@mega64219]

I know what you mean. Herb Kent Bernard dean c washington E rodney jones And purvis span the all night blues , man My ain't 't was on 47th and indiana I know it's aunt but she was Ain't -T❤😂

[@trendzone3865]

@@mega64219 Berndenn C. Washington

[@trendzone3865]

@@mega64219 I got you

[@waverlywhitaker7391]

Yes Lord I Surrender!! Bless everyone!!!!!

[@rochellesmith3648]

It is a timeless classic from my elementary school days in Chicago. Our class performed a beautiful praise dance to this amazing, powerful song of victory!! Father, open our eyes!! ❤😢 🎵 ♥️ ❤️ 💕 🎤 🎙

[@melvinjenkins2773]

Love this song,My Church choir use to sing this song,Lord,I pray we will open our eyes and Love on one another not Hurt one another,We need your compassion Lord,In Jesus Name, Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@John007Jackson]

Father Open Our Eyes, I remember this song played by Herb Kent as well. He would sign off of the radio station WVON with this song. That was time when Radio and TV would retire for the evening. Wow, I so remember this song.

[@brendapious8234]

My uncle Dallas sang this song. He passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Rest well Uncle.

[@haroldshoney40]

May God grant you and your family the strength required and peace needed to get through this difficult process.🙏🏾

[@aliceyoung4513]

My Condolences To You n Family I've love this song since I 1st heard it in 1995 Amen

[@charlesstanfield4257]

We need more of this in our lives.

[@jacquelyncobb110]

This song here has carried me through many snares... I'd forgotten about it and for some Godly reason it came to mind and I'm just Praising God for placing it on my heart🕊️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@latricemcglothin]

This brings back a flood of memories, growing up in Milwaukee this is a song the my grandmother played for us. I am grateful for the foundation that she set for my family and me personally. We need to continue to write and share music with an inspirational message like this. Thank you for sharing.

[@cellavonne8398]

I grew up in Milwaukee too my grandmother is 95 and i think of her when i hear this but it touches me now that I’m older . So much needed in these end times 🙏🏽

[@vivianrogers2334]

I grew upon on this song mother was always the last to go to bed after our father went bed we all followed suit and then this song would come on after it went off she would read her Bible and say her prayers and go to bed I Bless God fo her, thank God She Prayed for me!!!

[@louveniadavistaylor1056]

God is so good! 🙏🏿

[@patricklewis4166]

My wife's great grandfather Lonnie Simmons, Sr. was one of the founding members of this group!

[@ShiShuoShen]

Hello Nephew. Auntie Delaine here. Thank you for sharing that about daddy. His voice was like syrup❤

[@metropcs1976]

Abraham Houston was my grandfather

[@malcolmmilliner7827]

WHEN SPIRIT MOVES YA, SPIRIT GROOVES YA ~ HARMONY & BLISS Y'ALL

[@guimbo1]

As a child 11-13, I first visited a Black church that our neighbors use to attend, there was a group from Baltimore, who sang this song, and let me say that it has been in my life ever since. That song and the expression of emotions in that church captivated me, and since I have attended many Black churches. Whenever I can, I play it, and it just takes me back and draws the tears out of my eyes. It is a beautiful song, with lots of meaning. The family that took me there, and were our neighbors for many years, are now all gone, and I truly miss them. May they all rest in peace.

[@jamesthreatt5018]

This is by far one of my favorite gospel tunes and I just love the group. I recall hearing this back in the 50's and remember Herb Kent using it as his sign off song.

[@gwendolynsmith6423]

There is a message to this it’s not about the cover but about our getting it together for God’s invitation to salvation!!!💕🙏🏾Thanks Herb and this body for a great song Glory to God!

[@ruthd4046]

I heard this song when I was a child on the radio my mom caught it on each morning it's been in heart and mind for years

[@gailreed8415]

My brother Billy Glenn Sherrod loved this song,childhood memories singing with radio @ WVON@11:00 pm Herb Kent

[@wayneevansjr5903]

I often heard my Late Father and Mother sing this song. We ought to be able to get along.

[@sherryphillips4848]

I took remember this as Herb Kents closing song on the radio. I have to post it on my Facebook page and I hope others will remember this beautiful song ❤️❤️❤️

[@shirleyseawood7384]

I love this song, my sister Ann, and my very best friend Frank Reed of the CHI-- LITES, used to sing this song together at our house. Frank is gone home to be with the LORD NOW, he died on my birthday, Feb. 26, 2913. I just had returned from my home town LYON , MISS. From attending my mother's furneral, she died on Valentine's Day. My best friend and my mother died on the same month. A double wammie, I was so hurt. Frank and I spend a lot of time together, when he wasn't traveling with the CHI--LITES. Rest in RIP my dear friend, you are really missed!!!!!!!

[@derrickwilson7467]

Bishop L. E. Willis would play this on WPCE/WOWI Norfolk VA every morning after his "Crusading For Christ" talk show.

[@darlenewheeler8449]

Yes, I remember also

[@BJP77]

From the 1970s and for many years at 6am...it was a joy to hear it

[@kevinsmama3801]

@@alanscott1221 exactly!!!😪🙏💯

[@stantaylor524]

Amen Amen Amen. Ohhhh the memories of this song played on Bishop Willis radio show. It seems like yesterday. I can hear my father singing it now.

[@lavinyasmith-white4773]

Definitely remember my moms alarm clock coming on for us to rise and get ready for school. OMG the beautiful memories I will cherish ❤️ Rest in Heaven Mom

[@normacovington1202]

This song came up in my spirit this morning. I used to sing and play it with our youth choir in the 1960s. Thank God for modern Technology! This song still touches my heart! Amen!

[@desp8790]

My mom was a heavy smoker and use to "try" to sing this song. She made me laugh at the attempt. I love hearing this song even more because of her. It was played at her funeral. Rest in Heaven Mama and sing!!!!

[@malcolmmilliner7827]

FROM HEAVEN SENT, AND TO HEAVEN WENT ~ BARAKA BASHAD MAY THE BLESSINGS BE

[@danielfamily3347]

I can hear my mother singing this through our house when I was child

[@aaliyahrossi7914]

I was a child when these guys made this album I lived across the street from one of them and went to church with two of them .loved the way they sung .this is one of favorite song .

[@shirelleprice2983]

This beautiful gospel song remains me when Herd Kent on WVON will play this each n every nite when he was getting off the air I was 11 years old n I also wanted to add I remember the Waho man Rip Herd Kent you will always be a giant n my heart😇😇❤❤

[@stanleypayne6188]

Wonderful song

[@stanleypayne6188]

I grew up listing to that song as a little boy...in the70

[@blackcougar1959]

Shirelle Price. All Praises To THE MOST HIGH concerning this beautiful song. Yeah, The Waho man had me, my sister's and neighborhood girl friends RUNNING home after school for shelter and safety lol.

[@BMWadventures]

Stanley Payne who can forget the Wha ho man?

[@mariannlynn4047]

I TAUGHT THIS song TO MY granddaughter WHEN SHE was 2 years OLD, SHE WENT grocery shopping WITH HER MOTHER and father MY daughter SAID ma WHY YOU TEACH HER SHE sang the whole song, SHE (MY daughter) SAID everybody kept stopping AND looking AT HER OPEN OUR eyes WAS a favorite OF MY brother WHO DIED AT the AGE of 17 YEARS old and I WAS 11 YEARS old

[@holyspiritlivesnme2449]

Amen, I hope that baby knows Jesus and his word as well.

[@loriperry9376]

The more I listen to this song the more I get inspired to walk with the Lord. Thank Lord!!!!!!

[@edithmason6063]

I wish I could find this album or CD I had it and someone stole it Lord I miss it has taken me through some tough times in this life I believe God. Will put it back in my life as I continue this journey it lifts me up the album is terrific

[@EssieGordon-i7f]

TOO GOD BE THE GLORY. WOKE UP THIS MORNING THIS SONG ON MY MIND MY GOD MY GOD, THANK YOU LORD JESUS. THANK YOU. IN JESUS NAME. AMEN, AMEN, AMEN.

[@EssieGordon-i7f]

MY GOD THANK YOU FOR THIS BLESSED VOICE I HAVE HEARD ALL MY LIFE THANK YOU JESUS.

[@accountabilitychangepeace777]

This was my dad favorite song 💔😢😭I miss you so much pops continue to rest in sanctuary 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙌🏾🙌🏾✝️✝️✝️✝️

[@philliptaylor4345]

This was the song I fell asleep to almost every night when I was younger my mom played this record to the point where I can receive her batum.

[@holyspiritlivesnme2449]

I woke up to this song God playing this in my head and I remember hearing it a few times along time ago. People don't just listen to this song Ephesians Children.1 v13-14 tells you how to get into Heaven. Know Jesus and Bible.

[@jamesheath1025]

They played this song without fail at midnight in Chicago on the radio when I was a little boy. Never forgot it.

[@sharmaineSLH]

I just finished praying and this old gospel song came to me. Thank you for your Word through song.

[@rosalindwilliams9358]

I met Mr. Herb Kent several times he is truly legendary. 1/16/2019

[@BNforever2009]

I remember the famous Chicago radio DJ Herb Kent always ending his radio show with this song.

[@ShiShuoShen]

That is a beautiful story. My church growing up was Abbyssenia Baptist Church in Newark New Jersey. My mother and father both sang on the choir. The choir director Was Leon Lumpkin soon to become Uncle Snooky (RIHP). The very same writer of this song. I love that you love the song. It was my prayer for today.

[@kennethcraddock7604]

From 1958-1960 my family lived in Newark, NJ, my late mother listened to WNJR with Brother Jonathan Joe Crane and this version by the Gospel Clefs brings many memories. I know this choir originated in Newark, fastfoward to the 70s, Im a soldier in Germany going thru a troubling time I buy Earth Wind Fire album out the px. Maurice White reminds me of my Christian roots with a rendition this song. WOW look at God bringing all things back to my rememberance, all the way back to Newark when I was a little child, helping me "keep my head to the sky."

[@andrewjones5833]

I love this song so much. It reminds me of Sunday mornings with my grandparents. Not to mention that it was also song by Earth, Wind and Fire. 😇😇

[@marvinhenry2573]

Yes we need a movement like this so talk's about. I stayed with my grandmother and every sunday night this would be the last song I would hear before sleep.

[@randyedwardlofton8892]

No one says it better than Christopher open the eyes to your heart in the name of the father son and the holy spirit amen greater is he that is in the world

[@thomasstewart9685]

My elder used to have me sing this in church. I had to sing at acapella I love this song!

[@irmabrock9297]

Open our eyes, Father in 2020. Let Faith each day increase. Let more of GOD's children receive him. Amen

[@loriperry9376]

I remember this song growing up in Milwaukee, on the radio, This was Dr. Bop's theme song at the end of his day. This song stayed with me 50 years later

[@alexiushyman7778]

I learned of this song through my husband's memories of his youth. His dad would play this song all the time. I played this song at my husband's funeral on last September. Thanking and praising God for your sabbath rest in Him, Michael!

[@janicebonilla619]

This my favorite gospel song. I love it.

[@cameronbrownlee308]

This is the song for today and it brings me to tears

[@athorpe630]

I remember this song it was as meaningful and touching then,as it is now.

[@brandonjones3614]

Onne of the greatest songs the Lord thy God gave us, nothing but truth......i sing it to the lord as often as the spirit moves me...

[@theunderpassbrass]

I love that Funkadelic has a version of this.

[@eulamcbride7226]

I remember WVON Herb Kent and he would say “ Do you know where your children are”. God Bless Us And Forgive Us For The Fighting Amen.

[@1Fullaflava]

Such a powerful blessing in this song. One of my Mom's faves from back in the late 50s 👏

[@manipool]

Beautiful renditions. My childhood and music.

[@dianeruff215]

Yes it was Herb Kent closing song every time he went off the radio. Open our eyes

[@Beyondflawless24]

This was my grandmother favorite song. She would always kneel and sing through the whole song. 😢❤

[@aboveusall22]

I ordered a gospel album that I saw advertising on TV in the late seventies or early eighties and this beautiful song was on it.

[@janicemuhammad3073]

Oh Yes can truly appreciate this. Old School and still relevant!

[@brittanyyoungstrickland7824]

Listen to this song very closely, CHOOSE JESUS!!!!! ABOVE ALL, AND BE CLOSE TO H I M FOREVER!!!!!!!!!

[@Hebertholden]

I remember Herb Kent the Cool Gent.I spent my High School days with him on VON radio. God bless his soul. My whole family loved this song.

[@carolannmiles3079]

It's still my favorite every since oh 1950 something or so just before calling it a night! God bless and keep the FAITH.

[@patriciagospelcabello4227]

I love this song when I listen to I just cry

[@091381lou]

I use to tear up as a young person when I would hear this song...now I cry when I hear it...i Love love love it😍

[@wadegenwright4629]

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[@whereyougoiwillgo.744]

Dear Lord God I remember this song. Thank You Lord! Glory To God In Heaven! Amen🙏

[@quaintancemotley2875]

What a powerful prayer in song. I love to sing this song. Truer words are spoken in this song of prayer and praise. Hallelujah! Amen!🙏🙏🙏

[@angelamays8001]

Open Our Eyes Lord!

[@gloriamcdowell2035]

Amen Amen Amen Thank you Jehovah praise God Amen Amen Amen

[@jayonnaj18]

This song is surely timely, even though it was written and sung decades ago! How true it is that we need this hymn, for the church is so "fractured" and Satan has caused much confusion! My mother played this eye-opening hymn while we were small, and i have never forgotten the message of it! How I love and enjoy this in my spiritual man!!! Precious memories abound!!!

[@kennethcrutcher6333]

Great song. Brings back memories from 1960's and 1970's. Applicable to all aspects of life. Take head young folks!

[@calvinrobertson7769]

Yes Jack Holmes Played This Every Morning At 5:00 Then He Said Getup From There Was His Favourite Line

[@fredawilliams7421]

Lord help us to Open Our Eyes in Jesus name

[@chriskroll4166]

I love you my Lord. And when I die I will sing this song as I pass through your pearly Gates. The greatest song ever written. 🙏

[@patriciacunningham5794]

I remember this it touches my 💙 still today lost my sister. 12 14 2021 2 days ago Ann Rip we 💘 you

[@margaretsmith4439]

Amen . so Grew up and became Grown to this . Lord. Please Open Our Eyes...

[@patriciagospelcabello4227]

yes Lord yes Lord you had gave us giving us food and clothes thank you Jesus thank you giving us food and close a roof over my head and wake us up every morning give us a job

[@PaulettaNelson]

I had the auspicious opportunity to go to Dental Tech. college with some of them. A sister and 3 brothers. One day I came in singing this song. One brother came in and was listening to me, and said you got a nice voice. I thanked him and continued to sing, and he said you got a few words wrong. I said Oh yeah? How would you know? His reply because I wrote it. That shocked me. I asked him a few verses, and he corrected what I got wrong. As I continued, he said not now, we gotta go to class. Sit with us at lunch and I will give you all the words. I was glad. He said he wrote this song because when his family came up from the south, and he saw the condition of our people, he began to pray these words and later he decided to put music to it, and recorded it. The lead singer, one of his brothers could not make it to the session of recording, so at the last minute they called a church member who did show up and they were able to complete the recording. If anyone wants the words, I have them in my heart. I will share them with you.

[@glorialive1016]

Thank you. I would love to have the words. Can you email them to [e-mail]. God's blessings to you

[@dannywiley5547]

I truly love and appreciate this song I grew up hearing this song as I fell asleep. Herb Kent , (The Cool Gent) would play it as his sign off song. I would love to have the original lyrics since I know that I’m guilty of improvising some of the lyrics many times because I have always felt that the message in this song is truly Timeless. My e-mail is [e-mail] Thank you 🙏🏿 and GOD bless you for writing it.

[@PaulettaNelson]

@@dannywiley5547 He said his brother was suppose to sing the lead, however he couldn't make it. "Father: Open Our Eyes, that we may see, to follow thee, Lord, Grant us they loving peace, & let all dissension cease. That our faith, each day increase, & Master, Ohhh, Lord Please... Open Our Eyes. He has given us hills & mountains, He has given us level plains, He has given us food & clothing, given us shelter from the storm & rain. And with all that He's provided, we're always hurting (hurting)each other, seems that we just can't be contented, always fighting (GRACE) one another, so look upon us with compassion, & please hear us, hear us when we cry, and smile down on your helpless children, Ohhh & Master, Father Lord, Come on, Come on YEAH Open Our Eyes." THANKS FOR ASKING FOR THE WORDS...

[@dannywiley5547]

I thank you my Sister for the info about the lead singer and his brother, and I truly thank you for the lyrics. I love the song so much and have performed it a number of times ( adlibing some of the lyrics, just a few,) it’s nice to be able to sing them correctly.🙏🏿

[@PaulettaNelson]

@@dannywiley5547 Oh No Problem. So glad I was able to help out. Take care, stay safe.

[@lloydsanders848]

At 11pm Herb Kent use to close the with this on WVON when it was the BLACK GIANT!!!!! Pervis Spann closed with this before the Jammz in the mornings in the 80th A Gospel staple

[@vnorris2273]

Pervis Spann The Blues Man!

[@prettygirltet7553]

Thank you Lord Jesus Lord You Are First In My Life I thank You loving me thank you Jesus Amen

[@michaelwilliams4307]

I'm so glad I finally found this version. Earth Wind and Fire has a version but this one is special!!!

[@diahannstevens5223]

👑my GRANDMOTHERS CHOIR SANG THIS ,MR FRENCH ,I LOVED IT SO AS A CHILD ,BRINGS ME TO TEARS ASI TYPE ,MT CALVARY BAPTIST 58 ALEXANDER ST , ALBANY ,NEW YORK , RAISED IN BEAUTY S LIKE THIS ,PURE!

[@chimerefullilove8223]

My mom is transitioning right now, and my uncle and her plays this song and just cry and reminisce on them growing up. I will always play this song😢😢

[@anthonywilliams3822]

Listening to this song....it is clear that SOMEBODY understood the gospel of Jesus Christ.

[@leon.therib8947]

We had a Dj name Dr bop he would play this i haven't heard this in years 😢 bring back so many memories so many have passed on i knew this song popped in my head 4 13 2024 ❤

[@Brenda-m8i]

I LOVE YOU JERRI GOD IS WITH YOU FOREVER 😢❤

[@marygravitt9707]

We need to open our eyes opened to the fact that Black people need to get back to the god of our fathers that these gospel songs represent. Following the world governed by the enemy brings us to murdering each other and losing our children to the system. Pray.

[@patriciawaltoncaesar511]

Love this song ❤🙌🏽