The Cry of the Poor: Inspiration in Music

The Cry of the Poor


John Foley
© 1978 New Dawn Music

Chorus

The Lord hears the cry of the poor, blessed be the Lord.

Verse 1

I will bless the Lord at all times
with praise ever in my mouth.
Let my soul glory in the Lord
who hears the cry of the poor.

Verse 2

Let the lowly hear and be glad;
the Lord listens to their pleas;
And to hearts broken God is near;
who hears the cry of the poor.

Verse 3

Every spirit crushed God will save;
will be ransom for their lives;
will be safe shelter for their fears,
and will hear the cry of the poor.

Verse 4

We proclaim your greatness, O God,
Your praise ever in our mouth;
Every face brightened in your light,
For you hear the cry of the poor.

Thanks to http://www.mljmusic.com/Portals/0/Lyrics/The%20cry%20of%20the%20poor.pdf for the lyrics.
If you wish to hear the song performed, a version may be heard at spiritandsong.com: http://www.spiritandsong.com/compositions/1405

This would be music any church contemporary group or praise band would find moving to perform.