Prompt / Lyrics
[Vocal improvisation recommended – soft layered “oohs” and “ahhs,” slow build, breathy entries] [multiple (3) male vocal harmony, multiple acoustic guitars harmonies, Mid: carries melody, Low: enters on line 2, stays mostly below, High: enters on line 3 (“clearer sky”) and lifts last word of each line] [Vocal Roles • Low Harmony → warm, grounded (Crosby feel) • Mid Lead → emotional anchor (Stills feel) • High Harmony → airy, floating (Nash feel) Intro / Vocal Improv • Low: sustained “ooh” on root • Mid: soft “ah” moving thirds • High: delayed entry, breathy “ooh” above (Let voices weave — no strict rhythm yet)] [Opening Chorus (even phrasing, 8–9 syllable flow)] We’re praying for a better life Not on our knees — just open eyes Looking for a clearer sky Some solid ground beneath the tide If there’s a turn we cannot see We’ll take it when the time is right We’re praying for a better life [Verse 1] Morning comes in blue light Radio low in the kitchen Envelopes on the table Words we don’t want to mention Shoes waiting by the doorway Keys in the palm of my hand We say we’ll be alright Then step into the land [Chorus] We’re praying for a better life Not for a change overnight Just one door open wide A little break in the fight We don’t need heaven above Just a reason to try We’re praying for a better life [Verse 2] She works past the limit Hair pulled back tight Says she can see tomorrow Driving home at night Kids draw suns in corners Big houses, tall trees We tape them to the fridge Like quiet guarantees [Chorus] We’re praying for a better life Not for a change overnight Just one door open wide A little break in the fight We don’t need heaven above Just a reason to try We’re praying for a better life [Verse 3] Neighbors out on porches Talking soft about the news A train moves through the valley Carrying different views We aren’t here for glory Just trying to stand Holding hope like a wire Warm inside our hands [Final Chorus (lift, tighter vowels for harmony blend)] We’re praying for a better life Voices rise in the night Through the dark before dawn There’s a thin silver line If tomorrow lets some light in We’ll call that enough to survive We’re praying for a better life [Outro (short, repeatable hook for fade)] Better life Better life Hands to the sky Open eyes Better life Better life [Stacked harmonies — high voice sustains “life,” mid holds thirds, low anchors root — gentle acoustic fade]
Tags
neo soul, modern funk, Reggae vibe, very groovy, horn section, piano, live audience
Duration
3:58
Instrumental
No
Created
2/28/2026