Oh Lord
Ritual, In This Moment
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Oh Lord won't you save me Save me from myself Oh Lord won't you forgive me For I have lost control Oh Lord won't you tell me Am I the righteous or the damned? Oh Lord won't you please hear me Do I obey or do I command? Oh oh (Exorcise the demon) Oh oh (Exorcise the demon) Oh oh (Exorcise the demon) Oh oh (Save my soul) Oh Lord can't you save me from my twisted little mind Oh Lord won't you please show me how to turn the water to wine Oh Lord won't show me Am I the sinner or the saint Oh Lord won't you please tell me was all my suffering in vain Oh oh (catch the devil, why) Oh oh (catch the devil, why) Oh oh (catch the devil, why) Oh oh (catch the devil, why) Oh God have mercy on me Oh God have mercy on me Hold me down under holy water I fear I been laying with the devil I been laying with the devil I been laying with the devil I been laying with the devil Oh Lord please forgive me for what I'm about to do Oh Lord won't you believe me I burn in hell for you Oh Lord won't you teach me Teach me how to see Oh Lord tell me you love me Am I Lillith or am I Eve Oh God have mercy on me Oh God have mercy on me Hold me down under holy water I fear I been laying with the devil I been laying with the devil (save my soul) Oh oh Oh oh Oh oh Oh oh God have mercy on me Oh God have mercy on me Hold me down under holy water I fear I been laying with the devil I been laying with the devil Hold me down under holy water I fear I been laying with the devil
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Written by: Maria Brink, Chris Howorth, Travis Johnson, Randy Weitzel, Kent Diimmel
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Production"Oh Lord" is a song by the American rock band In This Moment. It was written by Maria Brink, Chris Howorth, Kent Diimmel, Travis Johnson, Randy Weitzel, and Kevin Churko. The song was included in their sixth studio album, "Ritual".
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Chart Performance"Oh Lord" performed well on Billboard charts. It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard US Mainstream Rock Songs chart in 2017.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Oh Lord" was released on May 11, 2017, and it has over 20 million views on YouTube as of 2021.
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Genre and StyleThe band In This Moment is widely known for their blend of metal and hard rock music. However, in "Oh Lord", they decided to take a different route and combined elements of gospel and blues, giving the song a dark and ballad-like feel.
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Album Details - "Ritual"Ritual" is the sixth studio album by In This Moment. It was released on July 21, 2017, through Atlantic Records and Roadrunner Records. Produced by Kevin Churko, the album marked a musical departure from the band’s earlier metalcore sound.
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Critical ReceptionThough "Oh Lord" saw commercial success, the critical reception was mixed. Some critics praised its fusion of genres and Brink's vocals, while others were less favorable of the band's new direction.
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Intriguing Themes"Oh Lord" explores themes of brokenness, redemption, and the struggle between good and evil. Brink often uses religious imagery in her lyrics to illustrate these concepts.
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Live Performances"Oh Lord" has become a staple in In This Moment's live performances. Their live rendition often includes theatrical elements, with Brink dressing up in different costumes that match the themes of the song.
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Band BackgroundFormed in 2005, In This Moment is a heavy metal band originally from Los Angeles, California. The group initially gained popularity with their debut album "Beautiful Tragedy" in 2007. Their style has since evolved from metalcore to more hard rock and alternative metal.
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Persistence of Maria BrinkThe song "Oh Lord" showcases the powerful and unique vocals of the band's lead singer, Maria Brink. Despite personal struggles, Brink has been recognized for her distinctive style and her dedication to the band’s music and performances over the course of her career.
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