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We Cannot Be Silent (Psalm 34)
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Aug 13, 2026 updated
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Song Meaning
Kurt Carr's 'We Cannot Be Silent (Psalm 34)' is a spirited gospel anthem rooted in Psalm 34:1, declaring a commitment to praise God continually. The song emphasizes that regardless of circumstances, believers will not remain silent but will magnify the Lord. It includes a bridge expressing love for Jesus and a vamp repeating 'Been too good to me to be silent,' highlighting gratitude for God's goodness. The overall message is one of unwavering praise and thanksgiving.
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[Spoken Intro:]
The Bible says, "I will bless the Lord at all times,
And his praise shall continually be in my mouth."
[Verse:]
I will bless the Lord at all times
With praise in my mouth.
I will bless the Lord at all times
With praise in my mouth.
I will forever, forever praise with my mouth!
[Repeat Verse]
[Chorus:]
Come what may, I'll never be silent
(Oh, magnify the Lord!)
Come what may, I'll never be silent
(Oh, magnify the Lord!)
Come what may, every day,
I will forever, forever praise with my mouth!
I will bless the Lord at all times
With praise in my mouth.
I will bless the Lord at all times
With praise in my mouth.
I will forever, forever...
[Bridge:]
My soul loves Jesus. my soul loves Jesus.
My soul loves Jesus; bless His name!
Come what may, I'll never be silent
(Oh, magnify the Lord!)
Come what may, I'll never be silent
(Oh, magnify the Lord!)
I will forever, forever... [x3]
Praise with my mouth!
[Vamp:]
[Worship leader ad lib.]
We cannot be silent! [x7]
Oh magnify the Lord!
We cannot be silent! [x3]
Oh magnify the Lord!
We cannot be silent! [x3]
Oh magnify the Lord!
We cannot be silent! [x8]
Been too good...
Been too good to me to be silent.
[x4]
Been too good... [x4]
Been too good...
Been too good to me to be silent.
[x2]
We cannot be silent! [x2]
Oh magnify the Lord!
[Ending:]
Been too good...
Been too good to me to be silent.
Oh magnify the Lord!