The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength

[[[80 BPM — slow, head-nodding groove with space for vocals to breathe and reverb to shine.]]] 
[[[Smooth alt-R&B/neo-soul ballad, 80 BPM. Rhodes & bass lead, airy pads, soft drums, warm harmonies, reverb-rich mix]]]
[[[Rhodes Electric Piano – warm, lush chords as the harmonic backbone.]]]
[[[Electric Bass (deep & smooth) – laid-back but full, anchoring the groove.]]]
[[[Drums – soft snare with brushes or rim shots, deep kick, light hi-hats.]]]
[[[808 sub-layer – subtle, for depth and body.]]]
[[[Electric Guitar – soft jazz-style plucks for accents.]]]
[[[Synth Pads – airy, atmospheric background layers.]]]
[[[Vocal Harmonies – stacked, breathy layers to add warmth and soul.]]]
[[[Reverb & Delay FX – to create that smooth, spacious feel.]]]


[[[Verse 1]]]

Morning light breaks, I’m still standing strong
Even in the night, Your love keeps me holding on
Storms may come, but I won’t lose my way
Your hand’s on my heart, every single day

[[[Pre-Chorus]]]

When the weight feels heavy, I look to You
Your promises pull me through

[[[Chorus]]] [[[(Hook)]]]

The joy of the Lord is my strength
No matter what I’m going through
He mends my brokenness, piece by piece
And makes all things new

[[[Verse 2]]]

I’ve been down low, felt the tears in my eyes
But You lift me up, take me higher than the skies
Every battle faced, I’ve seen Your truth
Your mercy runs deep, always breaking through

[[[Pre-Chorus]]]

When the night gets darker, Your light shines through
Lord, I’m holding on to You

[[[Chorus]]] [[[(Hook)]]]

The joy of the Lord is my strength
No matter what I’m going through
He mends my brokenness, piece by piece
And makes all things new

[[[Bridge]]]

Even in my weakness, I will praise
Your love surrounds me all my days
No fear, no doubt, Your grace remains
You heal my soul in every way

[[[Final Chorus / Outro]]]

The joy of the Lord is my strength
No matter what I’m going through
He mends my brokenness, piece by piece
And makes all things new

Smooth alt-R&B/neo-soul groove, 80BPM, Rhodes, warm bass, airy harmonies, laid-back drums, uplifting feel., live