Samuel Jacob Lopez Jr. of Coquí shares the heart behind his new song “Today” on DREAM Records
Your new song “Today” just released. Can you tell me what the song means to you?
It’s all about navigating through the shadows of worry and doubt by embracing faith in God’s timing. At its heart, the song encourages us to let go and trust in something greater than ourselves (Jesus Christ) to guide us forward.
If you could tie bible verses to the message of the song, which ones would you pick and why?
James 1:2-4 (LSB):
“Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith brings about perseverance. And let perseverance have it’s perfect work, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”
This passage really hits home on how sticking it out through tough times with faith and patience can help us grow spiritually and lean on the Lord’s guidance.
What do you hope your audience gains from the message of the song? What is the takeaway?
I really hope this song resonates with anyone looking for a new direction or simply just a reminder to stay grateful, even when times are tough. More than anything, I want it to bring a bit of light to anyone who might be in a dark place.
Lyrics
Today
I wanna talk about what could make you strong
Was hardly in the mood to eat
My stomach hates anxiety
I had to figure out what I was doing wrong
All the things I couldn’t see
My mind was playing tricks on me
when you want something in your life
don’t worry
when it’s time it’ll be just right
don’t hurry
you’re alive, everything’s just fine
don’t worry
when it’s time it’ll be just right
oh
I can’t wait to hear you say
Today was the best day that I have ever had
I’m alive and feeling glad
i’m ready to take it on
You’re probably thinking that you’ve had enough
The same old story always feeling stuck
And lately getting out of bed is tough
The fear is stopping you from getting up
when you want something in your life
don’t worry
when it’s time it’ll be just right
don’t hurry
you’re alive, everything’s just fine
don’t worry
when it’s time it’ll be just right
oh
I can’t wait to hear you say
Today was the best day that I have ever had
I’m alive and feeling glad
i’m ready to take it on
Don’t rely on what you know
Just open your heart up to the lord
Don’t let the world try to get u to stay
feeling down in the dumps, like there’s nothing to gain
Just recognize who’s in control
You don’t need to fight this on your own
Let the holy spirit light up your way
and pull you out of the darkness away from the pain
Today was the best day that I have ever had
I’m alive and feeling glad
i’m ready to take it on
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