Trey McLaughlin and SOZ Sounds of Blackness Optimistic

[@modeydel177]

If everyone listened to this before they started their day the world would be a much happier place!

[@donraggo77]

[@frankjordanjr.5992]

Marisa, I will agree with you July 15th 2020

[@bigboionabike5234]

In Jesus name!!

[@denisel8471]

Marisa I agree 💯 with both AMEN 🙏🏽 🌹

[@kerrylarry8110]

Amen to that

[@optimistic1__299]

That’s why I love being BLACK.. we so powerful whatever we do!! 🙏🏾

[@brooklynn9002]

YES!!!

[@tulsacaupain2882]

I dom't.know if ypu will ever read this. I was dancing on this song in a situation Iwould love to change and was dancing amd thinking about how I do Love Us, Black people.

[@rivieratheatre2011]

What would America be without the spirit and musicality of black gospel?!

[@ifgodwz1ovus]

Ohhhh, so true.

[@SteveBurksMusic]

The rest of us understand what you mean. God bless. Thank you for acknowledging our music and culture.

[@rivieratheatre2011]

I agree with everybody, the positive effects goes to the entire world, however, I was referencing to the ongoing problems this country has with equality and respect.

[@SunnyGhandle]

Hey Steve Burks, I understand that this style of Gospel music is highly associated with the black community. However, as A Christian who so happens to be black myself, I would encourage you to disregard race with religion/belief/spirituality. I believe Gospel music is not just for one race and is not just "Ours". I believe it's for everyone, as we are all doing it for One Master...God. God bless☺️

[@victoriaappiagei1482]

Gospel that Music black culture music black power peace hope love radio please beautiful black queen gospel history Good

[@sarsman55]

I'm jobless but by God this song lifts my soul up a little bit I ain't gon lie.

[@roccohoward5512]

I pray God has blessed you immeasurably within these past four years 🙏🏽 #DontGiveUpDontGiveIn #GodIsAWayMaker #RemainEncouraged

[@ashleyrenee3906]

Harmony: Ah ah ah Ah ah ah Ah ah ah Ah ah ah Ah ah ah Unison: when in the midst of sorrow You can't see up when looking down A brighter day tomorrow will bring. Harmony: Ah ah Unison: You hear the voice of reason Telling you this can never be done No matter how hard reality seems Just hold on to your dreams Don't give up and don't give in Although it seems you'll never win You will always pass the test As long as you keep your head to the sky Chorus You can win As long as you keep your head to the sky (2 x's) Harmony: Be optimistic! Ah ah ah Unison: you will always do your best If you learn to Never Say Never You may be down but you're not out Harmony: Don't give up and don't give in Although it seems you'll never win You will always pass the test As long as you keep your head to the sky Chorus: You can win As long as you keep Your head to the sky. (3 x's unison) Harmony: You can win (tenor: yeahhh) As long as you keep Your head to the sky (2 x's) Be optimistic! Gotta be op-ta-mistic (4 x's)

[@amandacerniciuc3504]

Ashley Renee thank you so much!

[@evcrandel]

Thanks so much for share the letters! Will help me a lot. God Bless you

[@ChroniclesofaRunawayBride]

Yo, my choir wants to do this and you are so clutch!

[@mrjohnson20123]

💯🤘🏾

[@happymusicvibez-cleanmusic4523]

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[@alexoshon7724]

2023 Im still here listening. This song has brought me through many rough days.

[@Simonp604]

Me too

[@africamoore2527]

I was leaving the school I work at and heard our high school show choir singing your arrangement! I immediately stopped in the hallway and swayed back and forth listening. Later I asked and was advised about you. I listen to this song often and love it. Your arrangement took it to the next level! Awesome job Sir!!!

[@IsaiahSingsGreat]

When the harmony came in for "you can't win, as long as you keep your head to the sky", idk why I even thought it was gonna be typical, it was SOOO CREATIVE AND DIFFERENT AND SUPRISING 😩

[@ericat2179]

IsaiahSingsGreat I thought they said "can" not "can't"

[@meccarebbie]

Wonderful

[@leo727goddess]

Ericat ss

[@lydialovell7940]

I can hear every word clearly and the harmony…as Tabitha Brown would say…Ooh God we thank you!

[@sew2prosper]

How you managed to make a song that was already so great even better is between you and the Most High. Thank you.

[@saravdcd]

And if they ever do a sounds of blackness tribute y’all would need to be and must be the choir that does it! So beautifully dope. Thank you☀️

[@thomasfrimpong6636]

can listen to this all day.. the arrangement, melodies, harmonies is just sick..

[@algiethomas6905]

I Need A Full Length CD By Y'all Like Yesterday!!!!!

[@thetambourinist7]

they have it. I think it's on iTunes.

[@can_you_guess_my_new_username]

they need to make another live one...

[@marquez1230]

I absolutely love this group. You guys sound amazing. Lol.

[@TreyMcLaughlin]

you so silly boy lol

[@sabinemccormick6183]

Patrick......😒

[@bklynn08]

+Trey McLaughlin I don't recognized the fellas in the black and blue hats! Am I blind or are they new? Lol

[@TreyMcLaughlin]

+bklynn08 yes, and no lol they're students from my teen group. They're in college now so when they're home on break they sing with SOZ. Most of us are alums of that same teen group.

[@user-xm5le5ok2r]

What state are you all in? And what Alumni are you part of?

[@Livelife95ify]

when you all added that Harmony at 3:55 and then added your vamp I almost passed out !!! This entire video Rocks and Trey you are an awesone pianist as well!! Thank you for presenting such an awesome ministry !!

[@Dreamephotoz7]

My songgggg!!!!!!!! Y'all can slay anything omg 😩😍😍😍

[@afwillia3480]

I just heard this for the first time and was moved to tears which is not easy for me! Amazing! I’m almost speechless!!!

[@Coco-ms8kl]

Wowwwwww this is insane !!!!! the best rendition I’ve ever heard ❤️🥰The harmony at the beginning just takes me away .

[@plenituderecords6031]

This version is wonderful. The original song is one of my all time favorite songs. This version does it justice and takes it in a slightly different direction. The harmonies in this are awesome.

[@dimphomathe7830]

That run trey does at the end! I’m all the way in South Africa and I can feel that anointing on him! I LOVE you guys! 🙏🏽

[@djchev]

My children will wake up to this song every single day! thank u my kings and queens for this rendition and blessing

[@NajaWhite]

Brazil is watching you! Amazing voices, I love it 💜

[@jardeloliveira7239]

Sim, maravilhoso

[@wobblertv8083]

That's soul music right there! unbelievably beautiful.version of one of the greatest songs ever written ....Thank you Mr jam and Mr Lewis 😊😊

[@wezimuwowo4661]

I love Sounds of Blackness. Optimistic is on of my favourite songs.Powerful!🙌

[@diorr9733]

i love this song i am singing this song for my graduation on May 26, 2017 and me and other classes 😊😊😊

[@jenniferwynn5624]

Your voices are Heaven sent. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with us. 💜

[@kevinharris3993]

Great arrangement and the blending of voices is superbm

[@samross2784]

one of my favorite songs ever! thank you all!

[@thehoneyeffect]

Big up from Sherwood in Nottz UK 🔥 You’re voices are picking me Back up and I’m grateful ❤️

[@htrfdes]

Ya'll made me cry......

[@HiromuSeifertMusic]

beautiful version. drove me to tears. real soul music..

[@iananth0ny]

Praise the Lord! I come back to this often, thank you for true soul

[@niadium]

❤️ brought tears to my eyes. Absolutely beautiful

[@sandyg.7317]

Thank you for sharing Optimism. This is something we can All use right now! To God be the glory let us keep our eyes on Him!

[@chineedee4334]

Beautifully crafted 👍🏽👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🏾

[@courtneyspence31]

I stumbled upon you guys when KevOnStage posted the "Jesus died for you" video and have been in love with y'all ever since! This video just brought me to tears as a reminder that whatever storm I might be facing I just have to remain optimistic! Thanks guys, sending much love from Virginia Beach, Virginia! Keep up the good work...and send some Sounds of Zamar our way!!!!!

[@swifstart_7777]

jesus died for nobody

[@SAPHYTYRA]

That was fyre and made me feel good

[@BreezeBabyKeish]

I felt this, this morning!!!! Yasss I so needed this, THANK YOU ♥️

[@Crownedbyredd]

The harmonies were so tight and clear! I love the blend of everyone!!!!!!!!!! You guys are amazing

[@hixyhicks]

Thank you for giving me the best start to my day by singing my Favourite song ever .

[@emjay1606]

Y'all about to give Sounds of Blackness a run for they money lmao...very good!!

[@ericahoward3437]

My gawd!!!! I’m so grateful I came across this gem 💎 today ❤️😭🤧

[@timeclock5771]

omg omg omg omg!!!!!! I BEEN HOPING FOR YEARSSSSSSSSSSSSS that somebody would bring this song back! YES YES YES YES YES trey YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@alteredground]

Bravo!!!!!! Brought tears to my eyes! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@chrissymayokingdom2023]

This is amazing🎤🎤🎤✨✨✨ everyone's vocals is so angelic. So beautiful💯💯💯

[@Simonp604]

Still listening in 2023!!!

[@marie-francoiset9402]

Beautiful and uplifting. Many Many thanks. Blessings

[@Jessicaelaine1990]

I love this group they help me to get through my pains in worship. love the group keep singing

[@chrisjackson9228]

bro I almost cried for real

[@bluevibesmusic9837]

I am a devoted fan of this awesome church choir. Another great video.

[@stevewebster9109]

I just found this version in April 2021.. Such an absolutely beautiful and moving version of this powerful song! Thanks so much, you made my night! x

[@J..E..F]

This just made me feel better thanks

[@NdiyeNgubula]

Morning Trey. Been listening to this cover for 4 years and I just want to say thank you guys. Stay blessed

[@laddytragedy7916]

god that bass player

[@trevormabaso5864]

Just sick

[@malachiwilliams5180]

Nah that sounds like him playing the bass on the keys

[@tshephishosimon]

Shout out from South Africa!! Awesome voices love you guys

[@brittanywilson5023]

No one does it better. Trey you are the best at what you do. You never fail us. I almost dropped my phone when I saw a new video from y'all.

[@humbled92_Mister]

OMGEE the soprano in the yellow is back!!! Yesss. As usual, Amazing rendition. God bless you all.

[@rashedawilliams6656]

😘😘 it's great to be back!!

[@humbled92_Mister]

Rasheda Williams I missed seeing you with SOZ. I remember seeing you with the original group a while back :) Blessings to you!

[@timeclock5771]

Its funny other people notices the same thing as me, I look for her in every video. Lol but I miss the other girl also to...she was the dark skin diva with the pretty voice.

[@humbled92_Mister]

Time Clock yesssss. She was always feeling the music haha.

[@timeclock5771]

+ImperfectbutRedeemed yes she was...I first fell in love with her on "in awe of you"

[@leticiaayala7220]

This song made me so happy today, even in 2020, it still touches our soul. We lost our grandmother today and I've been looking for uplifting music to keep us inspired during this sad time.

[@MrJclark74]

Yes, all of this!!! So uplifting and inspiring!!!

[@indigonai1565]

I

[@brandonwchs]

Alright now bass, get it

[@onaraggatip961]

Amazing bunch of people, thank you so much for this great rendition of an absolute classic. ❤️

[@kiddford]

Well finally y'all can't be leaving and not making no more videos y'all are my praise and worship in the morning thank you. *adds song to praise and worship playlist que*

[@bizzybrian8771]

This is truly mesmerizing and breathtaking. Love your videos. Keep Up the good work! 🙏👍

[@lolgaby777]

it's a pleasure to hear you guys. God bless you all

[@juicefm9346]

LOVE THIS SOOOO MUCH!!! 💕💕💕 KEEP UP YOUR GREAT WORK!!! 💕💕💕 GOD BLESS!!! 💕💕💕

[@nhbeautyzone]

can you please do "made a way" by travis greene?

[@Ribbs-zt7uf]

Treys arrangements are so tight.

[@Skinnychelle48]

I lovvvvve this song and this rendition is beautiful!

[@FilhoFilipe1]

I love this song hahaha. I want to hear and don't stop more. God bless us

[@SteveBurksMusic]

At first I thought Trey was running that baseline with his left hand on a split keyboard! If the cameraperson wouldn't have panned to the left... This is beautiful y'all. 🙏🏾

[@deecm22]

oh how good and pleasant it is for brothren to dwell together in unity!!!

[@marcodourado7]

I'm form Brazil, and started learning english with you guys, listening every day. I love the songs, it's amazing. God bless!!

[@lilbluekitten]

This gave me chills, it’s so beautiful! Thank you for sharing this. 😊

[@nate5917]

love this guy Trey and sounds of zamar WONDERFUL

[@TheTruthShallSetYouFree388]

One of the most beautiful covers I’ve seen, great job to each and every one of you!

[@dracofan7]

I swear, your covers are like medicine. A balm in Gilead? More like a balm in Georgia. And who is that new tenor? He's just as turnt as ever lol.

[@fuulbak]

You guys are amazing. Trey McLaughlin you should visit Kenya and just bless us with your music.

[@fernandocarlos7352]

From Paris(France) love you so much, God bless all of you

[@nav4043]

Beautiful 🎶 may jesus be the glory 🔥 ❤

[@madmandy86]

i love this soooo much! ive always loved sounds of blackness from back in the day but this is uplifting :)

[@EmpathsWish444]

This song is my mantra and I’m a senior now so I gotta hear how you do this. I will comment after I hear it.

[@robynanderson45]

Love this rendition....beautiful

[@BRAFORDMAN]

Can you do a piano tutorial? what are the chords? I love the song and my college choir is going to sing it

[@donraggo77]

even now, when I'm in the depths of sorrow, I always look up...

[@JemLifeMinistries]

I need the long playing version of y'all performing this.

[@Floating_Lotus]

Wow! This is just brilliance! Gave me a lump in the throat and goosebumps...amazing!

[@donraggo77]

OMG :'( that was absolutely beautiful....................

[@lf7099]

SANG YALL..THANKS SO MUCH..SO UPLIFTING..SHOULD SING IT FOR THE WHOLE USA RIGHT NOW..IN NEED INDEED!!!

[@detaipay]

Love ya'll!! Trey your arrangements are crazy! God bless you all

[@alvinbrown6529]

❤❤❤❤❤ I needed this

[@joykm8627]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! This started my day as a teacher.. God Bless You!

[@thetambourinist7]

very encouraging song from a very encouraging group. God bless y'all!

[@temboschild3241]

its amazing coz when this song came out some of them were just kids or not even born yet.

[@NatashaOSR]

I woke up with this song in mind today and looking for it, it was lovely to see you all covered it a while back - beautifully done. Thank you!

[@harryturner9177]

awesome job team Zamar you guys are amazing. I really enjoy your music to my bro Trey McLaughlin in the Lord keep doing your thing God has greater heights for you and your group. I can't wait to the next CD come out.

[@Soulful_Chaos]

Man I been binging on your videos all week! LOL! EVERYTHING I CLICK ON is FIRE!!!!

[@nicolebutler6930]

Just beautiful, love it!!! you guys are AMAZING, and truly BLESSED!

[@fredarichardson3755]

So loving the new twins; they are blowing, gorgeous, and excited About the Lord, reminds me of myself - great job Trey & Family!

[@tipdub]

watching this always makes me happy :)