Verse 1 – Reflective & Soulful Have I done any good in the world today? Have I helped someone in need? Have I cheered up the sad, made someone feel glad? If not, I have failed indeed. Has anyone’s burden been lighter today, Because I was willing to share? Have the sick or the weary been helped on their way, When they needed my hand — was I there? (Soft organ hum and light blues guitar fill) Chorus (Call & Response – Gentle Resolve) Then wake up, and do something more, Than dream of your mansion above. Doing good is a pleasure, A joy beyond measure, A blessing of duty and love. *(Choir echoes “a blessing of duty and love…”) Verse 2 – Building Energy and Conviction There are chances for work all around right now, Opportunities right in our way. Don’t let them pass by saying, “Sometime I’ll try,” Go and do something today. It’s noble to labor, to give and forgive, Love’s work has merit alone. For only the one who does something good, Helps others to live — and is known. (Drums pick up softly, organ deepens, guitar starts to sway.) Chorus (Full Choir Enters – Soulful Power) Then wake up, and do something more, Than dream of your mansion above. Doing good is a pleasure, A joy beyond measure, A blessing of duty and love. (Choir rises on “A blessing of duty and love!”) Bridge (Blues Vamp – Deep Conviction) Lead: I can’t just talk about heaven — Choir: I’ve got to show a little love! Lead: I can’t just wait for glory — Choir: I’ve got to lift someone up! Lead: The Savior’s work ain’t finished — Choir: He’s still workin’ through me! Lead: So I’ll do His will and live to give — Choir: That’s my ministry! (Organ and guitar solo – rich, slow gospel groove.) Final Chorus – Joyful Resolution Then wake up, and do something more, Than dream of your mansion above. Doing good is a pleasure, A joy beyond measure, A blessing of duty and love. Tag / Outro (Quiet to Strong Fade) Doing good is a pleasure, A joy beyond measure, A blessing of duty and love. (Choir softly repeats “A blessing of duty and love…” as the organ fades out.)
