Carole King warns about the Second Coming. © 1999 by David J. Landegent.
Gave to us a warning 'bout the End of Time. There's something wrong here.
Carole King Worships the King It’s Too Late Carole King warns about the Second Coming © 1999 by David J. Landegent
Gave to us a warning ‘bout the End of Time There’s something wrong here There can be no denyin’ All of us need changin’, the Spirit can set us flyin’ Don’t be too late, waitin’ till– it’s too late No, you really need to face Him Jesus the Christ has died We’re justified, if we trust that He’s gracious Oh, whoa You thought it would be easy living without truth You were light & breezy And you knew just what to do Now you look so unhappy & life is a game of fools chorus, interlude There’ll be good times again for me and you If we just would pray together, You can find the truth Oh be glad– for promises – of how Jesus loves you chorus Don’t be late, waitin’ Don’t be late, just face Him – don’t be late
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
O Jesus, what You done for me (what you done for me) YOU make me clean and so whole– inside (whole inside) And I just wanna be (wanna be) Close to You, You made me COME so alive Your love is real, Your love is real Your love is real, a compassionate Compassionate power Your love is real, You know Your love is real Your love is real, a compassionate power You know Your love is real, Your love is real, Your love is real, a compassionate power Compassionate power
Where You Lead Carole King longs for Jesus’ return © 2001 by David J. Landegent
Knowing You the way I do I only want to be with You And I would go – to the ends of the earth Cuz Jesus, to me that’s what You’re worth Where You lead, I will follow Anywhere – that You tell me to When you lead, You lead me to be with You I will follow – where You lead If I’m out – on the road Feeling lonely – and so cold All I have to do is call Your name And You’ll be there – who can ex–plain? chorus
Carole King:, tells of God’s love © 1999 by David J. Landegent
I always wanted to stay home With flowers on the window sill But if You want to send me TO the city Jesus, You know I will (yes I will, yes I will)
Lookin’ out – on the morning rain I used to feel uninspired And when I knew– I had to face – another day Lord– it made me feel so tired Before the day I met You, life was so unkind Your love was the key to my peace of mind
I never thought I could get satisfaction From Your commands But if anyone – can make me happy You’re the one who can~
Cuz Your love is real, Your love is real Your love is real, a compassionate power When my soul was in the lost and found You came along – to claim it I didn’t know just what was wrong – with me Till Your Word helped me name it Now I’m no longer doubtful – of what I’m living for Cuz if I make You happy, I don’t need to do more Your love is real, Your love is real Your love is real, a compassionate power
Where You lead, I will follow Anywhere – that You tell me to When you lead, You lead me to be with You I will follow – oh, oh, oh Where You lead, I will follow Any, anywhere – that You tell me to When you lead, You lead me to be with You I will follow – where You lead O Jesus, ooh I’m gonna follow where You lead– (I’m gonna follow where You lead–) repeat last two lines three more times…
So Far Away God sings to His prodigal daughter, Carole King © 1999 by David J. Landegent
So far away Doesn’t anybody stay in one place anymore It would be so fine to see your face at My door Does it help to know (I) gave my – life away? Long ago I reached for you and there you stood Holding you again could only do Me good How I wish I could, but you’re so far away You’re my son who went movin’ along the highway (You) couldn’t find much of anything that’s new If I could only work your life out My way I’d rather spend it, being close to you But you’re so – far away Doesn’t anybody stay in one place anymore It would be so fine to see your face at My door Does it help to know (I) gave my – life away? Yeah~ gave my– life away Travelling around will get you down and lonely Nothing else to do but bide My time I sure hope the road will pull you home (to) Me There’s so many dreams~ you’ve yet to find~ chorus b Yeah, gave my life– away
You’ve Got a Friend Jesus pledges his friendship to Carole King © 1999 by David J. Landegent
When you’re down, and troubled And you need a helping hand And nothing, nothing is going right Close your eyes and pray to Me And soon I will be there To brighten up, even your darkest night You just call – on My Name And you know wherever I am I’ll come runnin’ to see you again Winter, spring, summer or fall All you hafta do is call~ And I’ll be there, yeah~ You’ve got a friend If the sky above you, Turns dark and full of clouds And that old– north wind – begins to blow Keep your head together And call My name out loud Soon – you’ll hear Me knockin’ at your~ door You just call – on My Name
And you know wherever I am I’ll come runnin’, a’runnin’, yeah, yeah To see you again Winter, spring, summer or fall All you hafta do is call And I’ll be there, yes I will Now, ain’t it good to know that you’ve got a friend When people can be so cold They’ll hurt you, yes and desert you And take your soul if you let them Oh, but don’t you let them chorus b You’ve got a friend – you’ve got a friend Ain’t it good to know, you’ve got a friend Ain’t it good to know, ain’t it good to know Ain’t it good to know~ you’ve got a friend Oh, yeah, you’ve got a friend Oh hear me, you’ve got a friend Oh, yeah, you’ve got a friend
Jazzman Carole King finds comfort in Christ © 2001 by David J. Landegent
Lift me, won't You lift me – above the old routine Give me life, make me clean, Son of Man When the Son of Man’s testifyin' A faithless man believes He can bring you into paradise Or bring you to your knees. It's a gospel kind of message A touch of joy divine, A Word of pure revival And a life that's sanctified. Son of Man – take my blues away Take my pain– away with Yours It’s on the cross You paid Son of Man– oh, Son of Man brief interlude When the Son of Man’s signifyin', To the people who are low It’s to comfort all the mourning Light the darkness from their soul– He can fill a room with gladness As He takes the mourner’s tears He can cast out the fallen angels The Kingdom’s drawing near Son of Man, take my blues away; Take my pain– away with Yours It’s on the cross You paid Oh– lift me, won't You lift me Whene’er I’m feelin’ down Grace and mercy – will abound, O Son of Man
Sweet Seasons
I Feel the Earth Move
Carole King faces her trials with Jesus © 2001 by David J. Landegent
Carole King experiences God’s holiness at Mt. Sinai © 1999 by David J. Landegent
Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, And sometimes the blues get a hold of you Oh– just when – you thought you had made it That’s when I turn to God, He’s like a rock And I’m gonna thank Him for all– that I’ve got I– know that God, will help me to face it Talkin’ ‘bout my sweet– Jesus, Jesus Christ Sure does appeal to me. To know He can help me easily Now and forever, for eternity interlude Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, And most times you live between the two Oh– wonderin', wonderin' if you can take it. But I’m noticin’ the Master’s plans And I’ll watch for Jesus comin’ my way And He’s given me life And I’m hopin’ for life more abundant
I feel the earth – move – under my feet I feel the sky tumblin’ down I feel the Mount start to tremblin’ Whenever You’re around Oh, Savior, with Your holiness Shinin’ brighter than the day I’m– sinful, I can’t stand it I would die without – Your grace~ chorus a, interlude Oh, Savior, when You’re near me And You start to reveal Your Name Your– Spirit – sets in motion A holiness I can’t tame I can’t comprehend You, Savior, unhuh, unhuh, oh I feel the earth – move – under my feet I feel the sky tumblin’ down, a tumblin’ down I feel the earth move— under my feet I feel the sky tumblin’ down, a tumblin’ down
chorus Talkin’ ‘bout my sweet– Jesus Talkin’ ‘bout my sweet– sweet Lord Jesus Talkin’ ‘bout my sweet– Jesus Talkin’ ‘bout my sweet– Jesus…
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow Carole King knows her future is in God’s hands © 1999 by David J. Landegent
Your light so shines – completely You gave Your love – redeemed me My life– Your light~ of love will justify You’re Lord of all my – tomorrows You gave a lasting – treasure A pearl beyond all – measure Lord, I— believe, Your grace will justify You’re Lord of all my – tomorrows Inspired Words – are spoken The Way, the Truth, the Life has come You mend a heart – that’s broken In Your light (in Your light), victory– is won— I’ve come to know – that Your love Is love I can – be sure of You tell– me now – that You’re my Holy Friend You’re Lord of all my – tomorrows You’re Lord of all my – tomorrows
O Lord, You’ve got control— You got my heart and soul~ O Lord, You – make me whole~ Jehovah is holy, is holy, is holy chorus b A tumblin’ down, a tumblin’ down A tumblin’ down, tumblin’ down~
Home Again Carole King longs for Jesus’ return © 2001 by David J. Landegent
Sometimes I wonder when I’m Ever gonna make it home, O Lord It’s so far and out of sight I really need You, Lord, to talk to and nobody else Knows how to comfort me tonight Snow is cold, rain is wet Chills my soul right to the marrow I won’t be happy till I see– You, O Lord, again Till I’m home with You and in Your light interlude Snow is cold, rain is wet Chills my soul right to the marrow I won’t be happy till I see– You, O Lord, again Till I’m home with You and in Your light Till I’m home with You and in Your light I wanna be home with You and in Your light
Way Over Yonder Carole King longs for heaven © 1999 by David J. Landegent
Way over yonder – is a place that I know Where I can find shelter – from a hunger and cold & the sweet-tasting good– life – is so easily found Way over yonder – that’s where I’m bound I know – when I get there – the first thing I’ll see Is the Son of God’s glory (God’s shining glory) Shining right down on me Then trouble’s gonna lose– me Worry leave me behind And I’ll stand in wor–ship – in true peace of mind Talkin’ about a, a’talkin’ ‘bout a Way over yonder – is a place I have seen In a garden of wisdom – From God’s pro–phesied dream~ oh yeah— interlude Ooh, I know tomorrow~ I’ll find my way~ To the land– where the honey runs In rivers each day & the sweet-tasting good life – is so easily found Way over yonder – that’s where I’m bound, oh~ Way over yonder – that’s where I’m bound
Beautiful Carole King wants to spread God’s joy © 2001 by David J. Landegent
You’ve got to get up every morning With a smile on your face and show the world That the Lord’s in your heart Then people gonna see the message They’re gonna find, yes, they will That He’s wonderful, and He’s real Waiting at the station With a workday wind a’blowin’ I’ve got – nothing to do, but watch the passersby Mirrored in their faces I see – frustration growing And they – don’t see it showing, why do I? chorus, interlude I have often asked myself The reason for the sadness In a world – where tears are just a lullabye Jesus is the answer And His love can end the madness Yes, our God – oh, He came to reconcile
You’ve got to get up every morning With a smile on your face and show the world THAT the Lord’s in your heart Then people gonna see the message They’re gonna find, yes, they will That He’s wonderful, He’s wonderful He’s wonderful – and He’s real
Smackwater Jack Carole King eschews violence © 2001 by David J. Landegent
Smackwater Jack, he bought a shotgun Cuz he– was in the mood for a little confrontation He just let it all hang loose He didn’t think about the noose He couldn’t take no more abuse So he shot down the congregation When men live by the gun By the gun, they come undone (undone) Now Big Jim the chief stood for law and order He called for the guard to come And surround the border Now from his bulldog mouth As he led the posse south Came the cry, “We got to ride To clean up the streets For our wives and our daughters” (oh, no) When men live by the gun By the gun, then they’ll come undone (ooh) No, no, no, no, no interlude The account of the capture wasn’t in the papers But you know they hanged ol’ Smack right there Instead of later You know the people were quite pleased Cuz the outlaw had been seized And on the whole it was a very good year, yeah For the undertaker The Lord has said when men live by the gun By the gun, they come undone Undone by the gun (Smackwater Jack, yeah) Smackwater Jack bought a shotgun Yeah, Smackwater Jack bought a shotgun Oh, Smackwater Jack, yeah (Smackwater Jack, yeah) Talkin’ ‘bout a Smackwater Jack, yeah — (Bought a shotgun) Talkin’ ‘bout a Smackwater Jack, huh (ooh) Talkin’ ‘bout Jack and shotgun Talkin’ ‘bout Smack, talkin’ ‘bout Jack Smackwater Jack, yeah
Been to Canaan Carole King gives voice to the exiles © 2005 by David J. Landegent
Green– fields– and rolling hills Room enough– to do what we will Re–deemed– in Palestine The Lord will help us find All the grace He has in mind Been so long, we can't remember when We lived in Canaan And we want to go back again Been so long, on God we depend Cuz we lived in Canaan And we won't rest until we go back again. Though– we’re– content where we’ve dwelt Sometimes we long to be somewhere else We– try– to do what we can, But with our day-to-day demands We all need a Promised Land, and it’s: chorus Oh– I want to be there in the worship time In the Holy Place there in the City We Jews– find comfort, when we’re home free chorus We’ve lived in Canaan And we won't rest until we go back again.
