Inez Andrews, “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountain” | Sunday Refresh 🙏

In the 16^th edition of Sunday Refresh, we’re uplifted by Inez Andrews performing, “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountain.”

One of the greatest gospel singers of all time was 🎙 Inez Andrews (1929 – 2012).  Her voice was incredibly versatile, ranging from her robust lower, mid-register to a dynamic, gritty upper register. Arguably, musicians like 🎙 Mahalia Jackson get more acknowledgment for their craft but Inez ranks right among the best of the best. Her biggest hit is 🎵 “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountain.” So, what makes “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountain” a truly mountainous record in Andrews’ career and gospel music? First and foremost, it’s that anointed instrument.  I can’t overemphasize how gifted Andrews was, singing with incredible confidence and being filled with the holy spirit.  Furthermore, the songwriter, 🎼✍ Doris Akers, is also a legend responsible for some of the greatest hymns of all time. The lyrics are utterly inspiring, providing encouragement to keep on keeping and ultimately overcome despite those pesky stumbling blocks.

“Lord don’t move the mountain

But give me strength to climb

Lord don’t take away my stumbling blocks

But lead me all around.”

There’s also the production, which successfully plays to both the church crowd as well as soul enthusiasts in 1973.  “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountains” is nothing short of a classic, regardless of genre.

“Now when my folks would slay me

These things they will try to do

But Lord, don’t touch ‘em

But within their heart

Make ‘em give their life to you.”

Yes, yes, yes 🙌!

🎙 Inez Andrews • 💿 Headline News • 🏷 Geffen • 📅 1999

Inez Andrews, “Lord, Don’t Move the Mountain”: Sunday Refresh 🙏 No. 16 (2022) [📷: Brent Faulkner, Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Gerhard G., JL G, The Musical Hype, Pixabay]