Growing up a Jehovah’s Wittiness, my grandfather was the only family member that remained a Christian. His love and Christ like example made an impact on my young impressionable mind. He introduced me to gospel greats like Edwin Hawkins and the late Rev. Cleveland. When I became a teenager we discovered that my grandfather had Cancer. He fought it best he could but the Lord called him home. Not knowing the Lord, I was devastated.
My grandfather’s influence and faith were instrumental in me leaving the JW’s. Later, I found Christ for myself. I remembered how grandpa told us not to cry for him because he would be with Jesus. He used to joke and say “give me all my flowers now, not when I am dead.” That is what inspired me to write “Don’t Cry For Me.” In honor of a great Christian man that set the example for his family. I’ll see you again grandpa when I come home.
(Verse 1) While I am here walk with me, Laugh with me and stand with me. Shed a tear if and when you feel the need. Say a prayer when I’m alive, But once I’m gone don’t cry. Don’t cry for me.
(Chorus) Don’t send me flowers, Give them to me while I’m here. And please don’t cry for me, But smile instead. I have gone to a place where there’s no more pain. No more sorrow, no more sickness, No more night, only day. I’m walking with Jesus, which is where I wanted to be. So please don’t cry for me, I’ll see you again, When you come home, When you come home.
(Sax solo - musical interlude)
(Verse 2) While I am here talk with me, Pray with me and comfort me. Spread some cheer if and when you feel the need. Sing a song when I’m alive, But once I’m gone don’t cry. Don’t cry for me.
(End Tag) …… again When you come home When you come home (Spoken) I’ll see you again!
