Heaven On My Mind Lyrics
Luther Barnes
Lyrics
Lead:
I started out with Jesus at a very early age
yes I've known him nearly all of my life
well I'll admit there have been times
where I've faltered along the way
but I'll keep trying cause somehow I've gotta make it in
you see I've got a charge on my life
and I've got a job to do
and I can't stop until it's through
Chorus:
I'm determined
I've got made up mind
I can't stand around wasting my time
I'm gonna keep on working for Jesus
every day of my life
cause I've got heaven on my mind
Verse 2:
I don't have time to waste
criticizing someone else
there are some things I'd rather leave behind
and I don't have time to be bothered
with she said, that she said, that they said
cause it's all I can do to keep my own self in line oh lord
i must work while this day
cause I know the night is surely coming
I'm going all all the way
Chorus
Vamp:
I can't understand how some people can move so slow
but they don't know just what time it is
he's coming back and I know it that won't be long
I've gotta be ready, i've gotta be ready
for my starry crown
I want to hear him say i want to hear him say well done
Chorus
You can talk about me
say what you wanna say
you can stand around wasting your time
but while you're talking I'm gonna keep on walking
cause I got heaven on my mind
Chorus
I've got heaven (with echo 2 times)
I've got heaven on my mind (end)
Song & Lyrics Facts
Heaven on My Mind is a song by Luther Barnes, released in 1997 as part of the album The Very Best of Luther Barnes. It is an uplifting gospel track with a smooth and soulful sound.
Written by Luther Barnes, it features his trademark vocal style that has earned him numerous awards from the Gospel Music Association. The lyrics are full of praise for God's goodness and mercy and remind us to keep our focus on heaven. The album was produced by Bill Moss Jr. and features many talented musicians including pianist/keyboardist Robert Anderson, bassist Tony Brown, drummer Jody Linscott, guitarists Steve Cropper and Michael White, and backing vocalists Vaneese Thomas and William Becton. The single became a hit on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart, peaking at number 3. With its inspiring lyrics and upbeat melody, Heaven on My Mind continues to be one of Luther Barnes' most popular songs.