(Soft rhythmic guitar strumming, light percussion entry heavy base harmonica. Nigerian Afrobeat with a Reggae vibes. Sade Adu voice. I need acapella with base drum
Yeah, yeah
When the road gets long and the sun don't shine
I know the light is deep inside
Prayer is the key, yeah
I remember days when the rain was falling hard
I was searching for a vision in my own backyard
People told me stories of a heavy load
Walking down a lonesome and a winding road
But I kept my head high, looking to the sky
Knowing that the answers were drawing very nigh
I didn't need a map or a secret sign
I just needed faith in the grand design
Every step I take, I feel the rhythm move
Finding my peace in the holy groove
Prayers was always the key, open up the door
Giving me the strength that I never had before
Even when the night is dark and cold as ice
I know the humble heart will pay the highest price
Rising like the eagle, soaring in the sun
Victory is waiting when the work is done
Prayers was always the key, setting me free
Living in the light of the prophecy
Some people run for gold, some people run for fame
But I am just calling out a higher name
Not seeking for the silver or the vanity
Just looking for a spark of humanity
It’s a rhythm in the soul, heartbeat of the drum
Calling to the spirit for the peace to come
I won't let the trouble steal my holy fire
I am lifting up my voice and I’m rising higher
It’s a steady foundation, never gonna fall
Answering the whisper when I hear the call
Prayers was always the key, open up the door
Giving me the strength that I never had before
Even when the night is dark and cold as ice
I know the humble heart will pay the highest price
Rising like the eagle, soaring in the sun
Victory is waiting when the work is done
Prayers was always the key, setting me free
Living in the light of the prophecy
Oh, let the melody lift you up
Drinking from the nectar of the golden cup
Hardships come but they fade away
Like the morning mist in the heat of day
I am standing firm, I am standing tall
Caught by the grace before I hit the wall
Prayers was always the key, open up the door
Giving me the strength that I never had before
Even when the night is dark and cold as ice
I know the humble heart will pay the highest price
Rising like the eagle, soaring in the sun
Victory is waiting when the work is done
Prayers was always the key, setting me free
Living in the light of the prophecy
Yeah, it’s the key
Always the key
Keep on praying, keep on rising
See the light, feel the love
Yeah, the key to the soul
(Fading out with bright guitar plucks and steady bass pulse)