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Lovely Day
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Jun 29, 2026 updated
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Kirk Franklin's 'Lovely Day' is an upbeat gospel song about finding joy and peace in the midst of pain by focusing on Jesus. The lyrics describe waking up with a heavy heart but being comforted by thoughts of God, which turn a difficult day into a lovely one. The song emphasizes that Jesus is the lover of the soul and a lasting joy that the world cannot take away. A rap verse encourages perseverance through trials, reminding listeners that struggles are part of growth. The overall message is one of hope and reliance on God's presence to transform any day.
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Verse1
When I wake up in the mornig lord and my heart is filled with pain the smile I
had up on my face is gone can't see the sun shine from the rain when I think of
you and the worlds alright with me lord just one thought of you and I it's
gonna be a lovely day
chorus
lovely day lovely day lovely day lovely day repeat 8x
Verse2
jesus your the lover of my soul the fire that burns down deep with in you are
the joy this world can't take away these feeling last and it will never end
when I think of you and the worlds alright with me
(Rap)
I know you goin though some stuff now you feel like giving up now your spot is
tuff now butt how can you learn if ya don't fall how can you walk if first you
don't crawl but though it all you keep blessin me why they testin me and they
pressin me cause they never heard a peacher flow show know