John Williams

Like it is in Heaven - John L Williams
All Original Lyrics, Chords, & Melody; SUNO used for demo only.

Verse 1
Turned on the evening news, then turned it off
Just 24 hour, gloom & doom, seems all is lost
Nothing’s making’ sense today, this crazy world has lost its way,
At times I want to run away, but drives me to my knees to pray

Chorus
My Father, who lives in Heaven
On a scale of 10, your name’s eleven,
Your will, your kingdom come,
Cause, my will’s, not gettin’ it done
Thank you Lord, for my daily bread,
Need to make sure hungry folks are fed
Forgive my sins, seventy times seven
Just like it is, in Heaven, like it is, in Heaven

Verse 2
What if we didn’t fight, but tried to work things out
Turned the other cheek, not simply scream & shout
See Heaven touch earth today, more peace & love on display,
There is no better way, than getting on our knees & pray

Chorus
Our Father, who lives in Heaven
On a scale of 10, your name’s eleven,
Your will, your kingdom come,
Cause, our will’s, not gettin’ it done
Thank you Lord, for our daily bread,
Need to make sure hungry folks are fed
Forgive our sins, seventy times seven
Just like it is in Heaven

Bridge
It’s not about the pearly gates, or streets of gold, I just can’t wait
To see my Jesus, face-to-face, & finally hear Him pray,

Chorus
My Father, who lives with Me in Heaven
On a scale of 10, your name’s eleven,
Your will, your kingdom come,
I died and rose, to get it done
Thank you Lord, for my daily bread, made sure that hungry folks were fed
Forgave their sins, seventy times seven, just like it is in Heaven
Thank you Lord, for my daily bread, made sure that hungry folks were fed
Forgave their sins, seventy times seven, just like it is in Heaven
Just like it is …. in Heaven, A - men

(c) - 2026 - John L Williams

Boots on the Ground - John Williams
songu.com/members/johwill
All Original Lyrics, Chords, & Melody; SUNO used for demo only.

Verse 1
Guess I didn’t think, I was holding You at arms length
Cause I’d be sitting in the pew most Sundays
Throw a 20 in the plate, bow my head to pray,
Convicted of my sins until Monday.

Pre-Chorus
Everything was just okay, but never meant to live this way
Spending time just thinking bout myself
Cause I was never made, to just watch the parade,
I’m called to be the hands & feet of Jesus, Need to keep my…

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes towards the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.

Verse 2
You finally made me see, it wasn’t all about me,
Storing up my treasures here on earth
Need to fight the good fight, shine a little Jesus light,
Put the needs of others first, Need to keep my…

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes towards the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.

Bridge (Just hold chords)
The roads may be rocky, the days may be long,
But with Jesus beside me, He’ll help me finish strong (pause), So keep my

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes towards the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.
Keep my eyes towards the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.
My boots on the ground, boots on the ground.

(c) 2026 - John L Williams

Nashville Goodbye
John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, and melody. SUNO only used to create demo.

Verse1
Remember, writing that note, it said, “Leaving for Nashville, goodbye”
“Momma, didn’t want to wake ya, couldn’t stand to see you cry”
“I’ll call you when I get there, I’ll be fine, got to give this a try.”

Verse2
Been busking north of Broadway, hear that music from Ole Red’s
Auditioned for the Blue Bird, but I haven’t heard back yet
Washing dishes, waiting tables, killing time, just trying to forget

Chorus
That my Nashville dreams ain’t coming true
But Lord knows I’ve been trying
Done everything I know to do
What I’m selling they ain’t buying.
Like to say I’ll be a star someday,
But I don’t like to lie,
I’m only one, more “no” away
From telling Nashville goodbye.

Verse 3
Reached out to a record label, “don’t call us, we’ll call you”
Been waiting by my phone all day, but they never do
Writing songs that no one hears, must admit, it’s way overdue

Chorus

Bridge
Well momma calls from time to time, I always say I’m doing fine
Cause I can’t find a way to tell her, what’s on my mind

Chorus
That my Nashville dreams ain’t coming true
But Lord knows I’ve been trying
Done everything I know to do
What I’m selling they ain’t buying.
Like to say I’ll be a star someday,
But I don’t like to lie,
I’m only one, more “no” away
Yes I’m one, more “no” away
I’m only one, more “no” away
From telling Nashville goodbye.

(c) - 2026 - John L Williams

Airstream & a Tank of Gas
John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used for DEMO.

Verse1
The clock on that wall can’t move fast enough,
This week is really takin’ its sweet time.
The weekends aren’t long enough, just about had enough,
I know I should stay focused, but got something on my mind.

Pre-Chorus
The daily grind is always here, the special times, too few,
Before it grinds me to a halt, got better things to do,

Chorus
Like spending time on lazy roads, winding paths through shady trees
Like driving through a mountain pass, windows open, feel the breeze,
Exploring open spaces, & takin’ in all this life brings.
Just let me have two things, is all I ask,
An airstream & a tank of gas.
Yes, an airstream & a tank of gas.

Verse2
The city roads are acting more like parking lots,
The constant stop & start wastes so much time.
Driving in this traffic makes me think a lot,
I know I should stay focused, but got something on my mind.

Pre-Chorus
The daily grind is always here, the special times, too few,
Before it grinds me to a halt, got better things to do,

Chorus
Like spending time on lazy roads, winding paths through shady trees
Like driving through a mountain pass, windows open, feel the breeze,
Exploring open spaces, & takin’ in all this life brings.
Just let me have two things, is all I ask,
An airstream & a tank of gas.
Yes, an airstream & a tank of gas.

Bridge
Life pulls in all directions; hard to make it through the day.
But let me pull that trailer, all my troubles fade away.

Chorus
Like spending time on lazy roads, winding paths through shady trees
Like driving through a mountain pass, windows open, feel the breeze,
Exploring open spaces, & takin’ in all this life brings.
Just let me have two things, is all I ask,
Life is fleeting, make sure you don’t let it pass,
An airstream & a tank of gas.
Yes, an airstream & a tank of gas.
Yes, an airstream & a tank of gas.
Is all I ask.

(c) - 2025 - John L Williams

Thief on the Cross
John Williams
songu.com/members/johwill
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used for demo.

Verse 1
Late for church again, so I sit down in that backrow
Wave & smile, at a few folks, I barely even know
Only half listening, looking at my watch, is it time to go?
I shouldn’t feel like this, wonder what I’ve missed

Verse 2
Who am I kidding, stop pretending, why am I even here?
Just going through the motions, day-by-day, year-by-year
I want to feel, something real, but it’s not clear
What can I do today, need to find a better way, cause ….

Chorus
I’m just a thief, on the cross,
Guilty of sin, feel shame & loss
Sentenced to death, once I got caught.
I’m the one to blame.
He gave His life, for all the lost,
Calls my name, knows all my thoughts
Can’t pay Him back, for what He bought,
Have a choice to make
Repent or turn away, need to count the cost,
Just like a thief on the cross.
I’m just a thief on the cross.

Verse 3
Suddenly, I could feel, tears running down my cheeks
Gospel words, spoke to me, brought me down to my knees
Finally made the choice, to accept Him, & be free
I feel blessed, alive at last, the moment I confessed that

Chorus 2
I’m just a thief, on the cross,
Guilty of sin, feel shame & loss
Sentenced to death, once I got caught.
I’m the one to blame.
He gave His life, for all the lost,
Calls my name, knows all my thoughts
Can’t pay Him back, for what He bought,
Made my choice today
Jesus saved me when I was lost.
Just like a thief on the cross.

Outro
He gave His life, for all the lost,
Calls my name, knows all my thoughts
Can’t pay Him back, for what He bought,
Made my choice today
Jesus saved me when I was lost.
Just like a thief on the cross. (You can choose today)
Like a thief on the cross. (There’s no better way)
Like a thief on the cross.

(c) - 2026 - John L Williams

In the Margins - Lyrics

Song Title: In the Margins
Songwriters: John Williams & Lee Kennedy
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO used only to produce demo.

Verse 1
Momma was a fixture, couldn’t miss her, on the front row of her church
Her King James Bible, yellow highlighter, in the bottom of her purse
When the sermon began, pencil in hand, made sure she understood
Underlining, quickly writing, in the pages of that Book.

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.

Verse 2
When momma passed, found her old Bible, on her bedside table
Well worn, a few pages torn, her lifetime holy labor
Momma’s handwriting, made it feel like she, was talking to me
Finally realized, Jesus came alive, what momma wrote, set me free

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.


Bridge
Whenever I start missing momma, just pick up her ole Bible,
Turning those well-worn pages, like … a Holy Ghost revival.

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in,
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.

(c) 2026 - John L Williams

Song Title: Enough Trouble
Composer: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used to produce demo.
Inspired by: Matthew 6:34 - "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

Verse1
Sometimes I let this crazy world, get in my head
Tempted to go my own way, not trusting You instead
Planning for my very future, based on how I think & feel.
But, Lord, I need, your hands, back on the wheel.
You whisper

Chorus
Don’t worry bout tomorrow, or carry that heavy load
You were never meant to bear it, lay it down for God alone
Cause today has enough trouble, today has enough trouble of its own.

Verse 2
When I get overwhelmed, by all that this life brings
Struggling to make my ends meet, to just make sense of things
My anxiousness increases, on the brink of being lost
Brings me, to the end, of me, back to the cross
You whisper

Chorus
Don’t worry bout tomorrow, or carry that heavy load
You were never meant to bear it, lay it down for God alone
Cause today has enough trouble, today has enough trouble of its own.

Bridge
Enough trouble of my own making,
Enough trouble I can’t escape it,
Enough trouble cause I’ve forsaken,
My Rock who’s never shaken, You whisper

Chorus
Don’t worry bout tomorrow, or carry that heavy load
You were never meant to bear it, lay it down for God alone
Cause today has enough trouble, today has enough trouble,
Cause today has enough trouble, of its own.

(c) 2026 - John L Williams

Song Title: Momma’s Jesus
Songwriter: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used to produce demo.

Verse 1
Laundry has to wait, so do dishes in the sink
Cause momma has a meeting with the King of kings
Doesn’t start her day, without getting on her knees
Cause talking with Him, is her priority

PreChorus
In this crazy world, so much pretending
I need someone, I can depend on

Chorus
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
He’s gentle & kind, & that’s hard to find
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
Carries her load, her daily hope
Her direction, protection, she bears His reflection
Her life is the reason, wanna know momma’s Jesus,
Wanna know momma’s Jesus

Verse 2
Stuck in traffic, again, she’s got things in hand
Cause He’s always riding shotgun, in her minivan.
She doesn’t make a move, without checking in
Not just her Lord & Savior, He’s her very best friend.

PreChorus
In this crazy world, so much pretending
I need someone, I can depend on

Chorus
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
He’s gentle & kind, & that’s hard to find
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
Carries her load, her daily hope
Her direction, protection, she bears His reflection
Her life is the reason, wanna know momma’s Jesus,
Wanna know momma’s Jesus

Bridge
Don’t need to clean up first, He’ll take me as I am
Comes when I call, He covered it all, by the blood of the Lamb

Chorus
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
He’s gentle & kind, & that’s hard to find
Wanna to know momma’s Jesus,
Carries her load, her daily hope
Her direction, protection, she bears His reflection
Her life is the reason, wanna know momma’s Jesus,
Wanna know momma’s Jesus
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, momma’s Jesus
Wanna know, momma’s Jesus

(c) 2026 - John L Williams

Song Title: In the Margins
Songwriters: John Williams & Lee Kennedy (original lyrics, music – melody & chords); SUNO used for demo only

Verse 1
Momma was a fixture, couldn’t miss her, on the front row of her church
Her King James Bible, yellow highlighter, in the bottom of her purse
When the sermon began, pencil in hand, made sure she understood
Underlining, quickly writing, in the pages of that Book.

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.

Verse 2
When momma passed, found her old Bible, on her bedside table
Well worn, a few pages torn, her lifetime holy labor
Momma’s handwriting, made it feel like she, was talking to me
Finally realized, Jesus came alive, what momma wrote, set me free

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.


Bridge
Whenever I start missing momma, just pick up her ole Bible,
Turning those well-worn pages, like … a Holy Ghost revival.

Chorus
In the margins …, momma wrote down every point that preacher made
In the margins …, momma’s notes illuminated God’s word on every page
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in,
Cause there is nothing better, Shining light on those red letters,
pointing to a Savior you can trust in, in the margins.

(c) 2026 - John L Williams

Song Title: Racin’ Like NASCAR
Songwriter: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used to produce demo.

Verse 1
Deadline’s here, but I’m only startin’
Rent is due, but I’m short right now.
Bills keep coming, all my cash departin’,
Get off this racetrack, but I don’t know how.

Pre-Chorus
I’m driven by my thoughts, my fears, my doubts.
Need to take the wheel, I’m about to spin out.

Chorus
Sitting at the startin’ line, burnin’ them tires,
Checking all my gauges, my world’s on fire,
Feeling the heat, the flames gettin’ higher,
Bout to ignite, cause I’m a live wire.
Driving in circles won’t get me too far.
My mind’s racin’ like NASCAR.

Verse 2
Gotta hit the pits, cause my engine’s smokin’
Foot off the gas, I need to slow down
Roundin’ these curves, can’t see where I’m goin’
Need to pump the brakes, turn this car around

Pre-Chorus
I’m driven by my thoughts, my fears, my doubts.
Need to take the wheel, I’m about to spin out.

Chorus
Sitting at the startin’ line, burnin’ them tires,
Checking all my gauges, my world’s on fire,
Feeling the heat, the flames gettin’ higher,
Bout to ignite, cause I’m a live wire.
Driving in circles won’t get me too far.
My mind’s racin’ like NASCAR.

Bridge
Slow and steady may not win this race,
But can’t enjoy the view, when I’m driving at this pace.

Chorus 2
Sitting at the startin’ line, burnin’ them tires,
Checking all my gauges, my world’s on fire,
Feeling the heat, the flames getting’ higher,
Bout to ignite, cause I’m a live wire.
Driving in circles won’t get me too far.
My mind’s racin' like NASCAR.
My mind is racin’, racin’, racin’,
My mind’s racin’ like NASCAR.

Song Title: Written All Over
Songwriters: John Williams & Kaitlin Tucker
All original lyrics, chords, & melodies; SUNO used for production demo only.

Verse1
I rolled over in our California King to pull you close again,
Just a cold, empty space, where your body should have been.
A crumpled note left on your pillow, seemed kind of strange
Just some quickly scribbled words written all over the page.

Chorus
I couldn’t see what was right in front of me
Unread mail & your stacked boxes,
Late night lipstick girls night out
Empty hangers in your closet.
Those three dots that had me waiting round
No goodbye kiss, no dinner dates
Should have read the room by now
Cause goodbye was written all over the place
Written all over

Verse 2
I keep going to our coffee shop, hoping to see you there
Wanting you sitting here next to me, but just another empty chair
Not sure what I’d say to you, maybe I’d just sit & listen
Wouldn’t waste this 2nd chance to be the man that you’ve been missin’

Chorus
I couldn’t see what was right in front of me
Unread mail & your stacked boxes,
Late night lipstick girls night out
Empty hangers in your closet.
Those three dots that had me waiting round
No goodbye kiss, no dinner dates
Should have read the room by now
Cause goodbye was written all over

Bridge
Those words left unsaid, those hurts unforgiven
Just settling for what we thought was living
Those senseless fights, all taking no giving,
That look on your face, tell me how did I miss it?

Chorus
I couldn’t see what was right in front of me
Unread mail & your stacked boxes,
Late night lipstick girls night out
Empty hangers in your closet.
Those three dots that had me waiting round
No goodbye kiss, no dinner dates
Should have read the room by now
Cause goodbye was written all over the place
Written all over
Written all over

Song Title: Reflections of a Sinner
Songwriter: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used to produce demo.

Verse 1
Got to church, late again, preoccupied, not listening
Too much going on, in my mind
Flipping through, my old King James, everything still looks the same,
But searching for an answer, I can’t find.

Verse 2
Just going through the motions now, seems like I’ve lost my way, somehow,
It’s probably been a minute since I tried.
Looking at my watch again, it’s only, half past 10,
Just zoning out & counting down the time, I wonder

Chorus 1
How did I even get here? Why didn’t I count the cost?
Slid down that slippery slope, traded Jesus for applause
When conviction started knocking, left it stand-in’ at my door.
Told myself, “I’m doing fine! Nothing to be sorry for.”
But when I’m looking in the mirror, don’t see no winner
Just the sad, reflections of a sinner.
Just the sad, reflections of a sinner.

Verse 3
Preacher’s words, finally spoke to me, Jesus brought me down, to my knees
Don’t have to be, the man I’ve been
I can even start today, stop doing things my own way,
Stop questioning, just trust & follow Him, I wonder

Chorus 2
How did I even get here? Why didn’t I count the cost?
That Jesus died and rose for me, consider everything else as loss
Can’t walk this path alone, He never said I could
He’ll be there in my raging storms, He always said He would
Now when I look, it’s gettin’ clearer, see Jesus in that mirror.
No more sad, reflections of a sinner.
No more sad, reflections of a sinner.

Bridge
No more looking in my rearview, nothing good to see
Keep my eyes on Jesus, the One who frees me, to be who I’m meant to be , I wonder …

Chorus 2
How did I even get here? Why didn’t I count the cost?
That Jesus died and rose for me, consider everything else as loss
Can’t walk this path alone, He never said I could
He’ll be there in my raging storms, He always said He would
Now when I look, it’s gettin’ clearer, see Jesus in that mirror.
No more sad, reflections of a sinner.
No more sad, reflections of a sinner.
No more sad, reflections of a sinner.

Song Title: Mustard Seed Revival
Songwriter: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melody. SUNO only used to produce demo.

Verse 1
You said a little bit of faith is all I need
Then mountains in my way will move with ease
But is my life the fertile ground you planned
Or is it only rocky soil and sinking sand

Pre-Chorus
Do I faithfully tend the garden of my life
Weeding out the things that block the light
Do I cultivate Your holy kingdom ground
Or simply turn around, & leave it as I found, Lord help me

Chorus
Grow…. that mustard seed inside of me
Into the mighty tree of faith it’s meant to be
Don’t…. let me settle for something less,
Use me up, till there’s nothing left, but Christ in me.
I wanna be, laying crowns at your feet, not escaping by the flames
Lord, take hold of me, & hold a mustard seed revival, in Your name.

Verse 3
Show me, Lord, the fields ripe for harvest
Prepare me now for your sacred quest.
Lead me by Your presence, Holy Spirit
Cause there’s nothing I can do, if you’re not in it.

Pre-Chorus
Do I faithfully tend the garden of my life
Weeding out the things that block the light
Do I cultivate Your holy kingdom ground
Or simply turn around, & leave it as I found, Lord help me

Chorus
Grow…. that mustard seed inside of me
Into the mighty tree of faith it’s meant to be
Don’t…. let me settle for something less,
Use me up, till there’s nothing left, but Christ in me.
I wanna be, laying crowns at your feet, not escaping by the flames
Lord, take hold of me, & grow that mustard seed.
Into the mighty tree of faith it’s meant to be
Don’t…. let me settle for something less,
Use me up, till there’s nothing left, but Christ in me.
I wanna be, laying crowns at your feet, not escaping by the flames
Lord, take hold of me, & hold a mustard seed revival, in Your name.
Hold a mustard seed revival, in Your name.

Boots on the Ground - John Williams
songu.com/members/johwill
All Original Lyrics, Chords, & Melody; SUNO used for demo only.

Verse 1
Guess I didn’t think, I was holding You at arms length
I’d be sitting in the pew most Sundays
Throw a 20 in the plate, bow my head to pray,
Convicted of my sins until Monday.

Pre-Chorus
Everything was just okay, but never meant to live this way
Spending time just thinking bout myself
Cause I was never made, to just watch the parade,
I’m called to be the hands & feet of Jesus, Need to keep my…

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes toward the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.

Verse 2
You finally made me see, it wasn’t all about me,
Storing up my treasures here on earth
Need to fight the good fight, shine a little Jesus light,
Put the needs of others first, Need to keep my…

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes toward the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.

Bridge (Just hold chords)
The roads may be rocky, the days may be long,
But with Jesus beside me, He’ll help me finish strong (pause), So keep my

Chorus.
Eyes toward the heavens
Not distracted by this world,
Empowered by Your Spirit,
Guided by Your word
Building up Your army, making sure the lost are found,
Keep my eyes toward the heavens, Lord, but my boots on the ground.
My boots on the ground, boots on the ground.

John Williams (c) 2026

Song Title: Common Scents
Songwriter: John Williams
All original lyrics, chords, & melodies; SUNO used for production demo only.

Verse 1
Moved to LA, sniffing for that sweet aroma of success,
But after 3 long years, still ain’t smelling it yet.
This West Coast life is choking me, I can feel it closing in.
Need to head back to the country, so I can breathe it in

And smell the..

Chorus
Fresh cut hay, rich red clay, & blackberries on the vine.
Honeysuckle backroads, campfire wood smoke, fragrance of the pines
Takes me back to simpler times, when this crazy world made sense
Sometimes, just need a little whiff, of those country common scents.

Verse 2
Driving down these asphalts streets with my windows rolled down,
Fumes of tar, gas, & diesel fuel start to suffocate me now
This road I’m traveling on, seems like a big dead end.
Need to head back to the country, so I can breathe it in

And smell the….

Chorus
Fresh cut hay, rich red clay, & blackberries on the vine.
Honeysuckle backroads, campfire wood smoke, fragrance of the pines
Takes me back to simpler times, when this crazy world made sense
Sometimes, just need a little whiff, of those country common scents.

Bridge
Now, city living, don’t pass, the smell test for me
Gonna follow my nose, back to the country

The smell of

Chorus
Fresh cut hay, rich red clay, & blackberries on the vine.
Honeysuckle back roads, campfire wood smoke, fragrance of the pines
Takes me back to simpler times, when this crazy world made sense
Sometimes, just need a little whiff, so I can breathe it in,

The smell of

Chorus
Fresh cut hay, rich red clay, & blackberries on the vine.
Honeysuckle back roads, campfire wood smoke, fragrance of the pines
Takes me back to simpler times, when this crazy world made sense
Sometimes, just need a little whiff, of those country common scents.
country common scents.
country common scents.

John L Williams © 2026

Song Title: Red Letter Revival
Songwriter: John Williams (SongU.com/members/johwill)
Original Lyrics & Music; SUNO only used to produce demo

Verse1
Got an Old King James Bible, just sit-in’ on my nightstand
Dust is growing thicker by the minute
Used to be my trusty friend, always kept it close at hand,
But now I find I’m barely ever in it.

Guess life got in the way, of making time to read & pray
Just scroll away the hours on my phone
Need to make a change, should probably start today,
Spending time with the Jesus I used to know.

Chorus
Need a red-letter revival, put a few miles on my Bible,
Been a minute, since those pages turned
Need to read the words of Jesus, the only one who frees us,
From sin & death, and flames that ‘ever burn
Don’t need to wait for Sunday pews, to thumb thru that Good News
And have a red-letter revival, in His Word

Verse 2
Well I blew dust off that cover, & surprisingly discovered
All that I been missing for some time
The words of Jesus spoke to me, they quickly re-awoke in me,
A love for Him that I’d been trying to find.

Chorus
Need a red-letter revival, put a few miles on my Bible,
Been a minute, since those pages turned
Need to read the words of Jesus, the only one who frees us,
From sin & death, and flames that ‘ever burn
Don’t need to wait for Sunday pews, to thumb thru that Good News
And have a red-letter revival, in His Word
Need a red-letter revival, put a few miles on my Bible,
Been a minute, since those pages turned
Need to read the words of Jesus, the only one who frees us,
From sin & death, and flames that ‘ever burn
Don’t need to wait for Sunday pews, to thumb thru that Good News
And have a red-letter revival, in His Word

Song Title: You Got Me Like That
Songwriters: John Williams & Ron Rodgers
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Original Lyrics & Melody; SUNO only used to produce demo.

VERSE:
YOU BRING ME FLOWERS JUST CAUSE YOU’RE THINKIN’
LIFTIN’ ME UP - WHENEVER I’M SINKIN’
IT’S LIKE YOU KNOW ME AS WELL AS I KNOW MYSELF

YOU ALWAYS LISTEN WITHOUT TRYN’ TA FIX IT
OUT WITH THE BOYS BUT YOU WONT STOP TEXTIN’ ME
I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT I JUST COULDN’T SEE IT SOMEHOW
I SEE IT NOW

CHORUS:
YOU GOT ME LIKE A SMALL TOWN GIRL - HOLDIN’ ON TO THAT FEELIN’
LIKE RUBY RED SLIPPERS - CLICKIN’ MY HEELS
YOU GOT ME HAIR DOWN NOT WORRIED ABOUT THE GIRL I TRY TO HIDE BEHIND THE MASK
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT

VERSE:
YOU READ MY THOUGHTS BY THE LOOK ON MY FACE AND
WHEN I REACH FOR YOUR HAND, IT’S WIDE OPEN WAITING
WHO COULD PREDICT THAT I’D LOVE YOU THROUGH SICKNESS AND HEALTH
WHATEVER ELSE

CHORUS:
YOU GOT ME LIKE A SMALL TOWN GIRL - HOLDIN’ ON TO THAT FEELIN’
LIKE RUBY RED SLIPPERS - CLICKIN’ MY HEELS
YOU GOT ME HAIR DOWN NOT WORRIED ABOUT THE GIRL I TRY TO HIDE BEHIND THE MASK
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT

INSTRUMENTAL

CHORUS: (2X)
YOU GOT ME LIKE A SMALL TOWN GIRL - HOLDIN’ ON TO THAT FEELIN’
LIKE RUBY RED SLIPPERS - CLICKIN’ MY HEELS
YOU GOT ME HAIR DOWN NOT WORRIED ABOUT THE GIRL I TRY TO HIDE BEHIND THE MASK
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT

TAG:
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT
YOU GOT ME LIKE THAT

Song Title: That’s a Woman for Ya
Songwriters: John Williams & J. C. McCord
All original lyrics & music; SUNO used only for demo.
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Verse 1
She’ll empty out her closet
just to wear what she’s got on
She’ll make up words when she sings
karaoke in the car
And she’ll beg to make a quick stop,
swear its on the way
And when we get to where we’re goin
she’ll ask why we’re always late

CH
That’s a woman for ya
Should come with a label just to warn ya
Treat em right won’t put nobody else before ya
They’ll let you know how lucky a fool can be
That’s a woman for ya
Give her every reason not to she’ll still adore ya
Got a heart the size of Texas and California
Yeah that’s a woman for ya
I’m damn sure she’s the woman for me

Verse 2
If I’m out drinkin with the boys and I’m a few sheets to the wind
And she ain’t gone to sleep yet when I come stumblin’ in
I’ll have hell to pay tomorrow that she won’t let me soon forget
But tonight she’ll take my boots off and help me into bed

CH
That’s a woman for ya
Should come with a label just to warn ya
Treat em right won’t put nobody else before ya
They’ll let you know how lucky a fool can be
That’s a woman for ya
Give her every reason not to she’ll still adore ya
Got a heart the size of Texas and California
Yeah that’s a woman for ya
I’m damn sure she’s the woman for me

BR
You can’t say love is blind
She sees through me everytime

CH
That’s a woman for ya
Should come with a label just to warn ya
Treat em right won’t put nobody else before ya
They’ll let you know how lucky a fool can be
That’s a woman for ya
Give her every reason not to she’ll still adore ya
Got a heart the size of Texas and California
Yeah that’s a woman for ya
She’s damn sure the woman for me
That’s a woman for ya, she’s the woman for me.

Song Title: Used To
Songwriters: John Williams & Ray Kayanek
All original lyrics and music; SUNO only used for demo.
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Verse 1
Should have taken down your picture, hanging on my bedroom wall
Guess I need to move on now, it’s been 6 months since you’ve gone
Tripping over those boxes in the hallway that you packed.
Can’t make myself move ‘em yet, gives me hope you’re coming back.

Chorus
Getting used to not seein’ your number lightin’-up my phone,
Getting used to eating DoorDash on this sofa all alone
Getting use to sleepin’ by myself, in this king bed made for two
But I can’t get used to you not loving me, like you used to, like you used to

Verse 2
Bar hopping, binge watching, trying to get you off my mind.
And alcohol don’t dull the pain, cause Lord knows how I tried it.
Guess I’ll have to face the facts; some things can’t be replaced
Like the love I thought we had, but now it’s gone without a trace.

Chorus
Getting used to not seein’ your number lightin’-up my phone,
Getting used to eating DoorDash on this sofa all alone
Getting use to sleepin’ by myself, in this king bed made for two
But I can’t get used to you not loving me, like you used to.

Bridge
They say, “time heals all”, but I’m not there yet,
May be ready to forgive, but I ain’t ready to forget

Chorus
Getting used to not seein’ your number lightin’-up my phone,
Getting used to eating DoorDash on this sofa all alone
Getting use to sleepin’ by myself, in this king bed made for two
But I can’t get used to you not loving me, like you used to,
Like you used to

Song Title: Can’t See Myself
Songwriters: John Williams & Devan Yanik
All original lyrics & music. Guitar & vocals by Devan Yanik. No AI used.
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V1
I can’t hold back the sun from bleeding thru the blinds
I can't even look ahead with these red eyes of mine
I still reach across the sheets hoping to feel you next to me
But this empty bed’s as empty as the love we couldn't keep

PRE
There’s no smile I can fake
I need something to replace
Everything I lost since you walked away

CH
I can’t see myself crawling out this bed or getting thru the day
I can’t see myself lifting up my head or even standing straight
My whole world is black and white the color's faded from my life
I've been blinded by the truth
I can’t see myself, living without you

V2
I saw a few missed calls but not a single one from you
Your name don't light up my phone like it used to do
You’re posting pics on Instagram laughing and having a time
While I'm stuck here in the past watching you erase me from your mind

CH
I can’t see myself crawling out this bed or getting thru the day
I can’t see myself lifting up my head or even standing straight
My whole world is black and white the color's faded from my life
I've been blinded by the truth
I can’t see myself, living without you

BRIDGE
Looks easy from a distance
Like it's clear as can be
Can start to mend a broken heart by just picking up one piece

CH
I can’t see myself crawling out this bed or getting thru the day
I can’t see myself lifting up my head or even standing straight
My whole world is black and white the color's faded from my life
I've been blinded by the truth
I can’t see myself, living without you
I've been blinded by the truth

Song Title: Get in the Way
Songwriters: Adam N Wood, Linda Moroziuk, & John Williams
Vocals & Guitar: Adam N Wood
No AI Used for this song.
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Verse 1
You started sayin’ it’s time to go
Minute you showed up a couple hours ago
Swore it’s the last time just like before
But You ain’t took a single step yet towards that door

Pre-Chorus
We been on again off again
Then you came walkin’ in
My front door, 2 a.m.
We both seen how this ends

Chorus:
Don’t let what you know get in the way of what you feel
Don’t let your head talk your heart out of a real good bad idea
Yeah girl, I might be a mistake
But tonight I’m yours to make
You know damn well you shouldn’t stay
But don’t let the truth get in the way

Verse 2
We could lie tomorrow, that we weren’t thinkin’ clear
Who we kiddin’ yeah we both know why you’re here
And it ain’t forever you’re tryin’ to find
Just easier to be wrong than alone sometimes

(Chorus)

Bridge idea
This town might just be right ‘bout you and me
Your fire don’t get along with my gasoline
That don’t mean tonight we can’t make believe
That come morning you won’t leave

(Chorus)

Song Title: Even Though
Songwriter: John Williams
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All original lyrics & music. SUNO used only for demo.

Verse 1
Sometimes I wish You’d show up, on my welcome mat.
Just ring the bell, and walk right in the room.
Sit down next to me, & we’d have a chat
Cause I could use a miracle or two.

Pre-Chorus
Then I realize, You’re by my side, always showing me the way
Your Spirit lives within me, not living by blind faith

Chorus
Even though, can’t feel You next to me, I know….. , You’re always here
Even though, You want the best for me, Your will’s, not’s always clear.
Even though the answer may be “no”, walk by faith, where else to go?,
I will trust in You alone
Even though

Verse 2
This world keeps trying to pull me off the straight & narrow
Go-along to get-along, and follow the crowd
Struggling, to not give in, just holding it together.
Feels like me against the world right now.

Pre-Chorus
Then I realize, You’re by my side, always showing me the way
Your Spirit lives within me, not living by blind faith

Double Chorus
Even though, can’t feel You next to me, I know….. , You’re always here
Even though, You want the best for me, Your will’s, not’s always clear.
Even though the answer may be “no”, walk by faith, where else to go?,
I will trust in You alone
Even though, can’t feel You next to me, I know….. , You’re always here
Even though, You want the best for me, Your will’s, not’s always clear.
Even though the answer may be “no”, walk by faith, where else to go?,
I will trust in You alone

Outro
Yes, I will trust in You alone
Even though

Song Title: Saved Me For
Songwriter: John Williams
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All original lyrics/music; SUNO only used for demo.

Verse 1
Chased after me, when I was barely seeking
Patched me up, when I was needing healing
Heard my prayers, before I’d even speak them
Why you loved me, I can’t see the reason.

PreChorus
How could You wanna, save a wretch like me?
Sent your Son to die; it’s still a mystery

Chorus
You saved me, for so much more
Not just filling up the pews
But showing all, a glimpse of You
You saved me, for so much more
Not just living for myself,
But reaching sinners, crying out for help.
Use my hands & feet, to serve a world in need
Lord, help me be, everything & more, You saved me for

Verse 2
Now my redeemed life, has new meaning
You came & changed, my way of thinking
Not about me, but lost-soul reaching
Is the sermon of my life, daily preaching?

PreChorus
How am I gonna reach the world for You?
Lead me by Your will, Lord, show me what to do, cause

Chorus
You saved me, for so much more
Not just filling up the pews
But showing all, a glimpse of You
You saved me, for so much more
Not just living for myself,
But reaching sinners, crying out for help.
Use my hands & feet, to serve a world in need
Lord, help me be, everything & more, You saved me for

Bridge
For the prideful, defiant, self-reliant, & outspoken
The uncertain, those hurting, the beatdown & the broken
The homeless, the helpless, the angry & afraid
The addicted, convicted, what a sacrifice You made

Chorus
You saved me, for so much more
Not just filling up the pews
But showing all, a glimpse of You
You saved me, for so much more
Not just living for myself,
But reaching sinners, crying out for help.
Use my hands & feet, to serve a world in need
Lord, help me be, everything & more, You saved me for
Lord, help me be, everything & more, You saved me for