Lisa Sawyer
Lisa Sawyer

Leon Bridges - Lisa Sawyer Lyrics

This heartfelt tribute by Leon Bridges paints a vivid portrait of his mother, Lisa Sawyer. Born in New Orleans in 1963, Lisa's life is depicted as one filled with strength, grace, and deep spirituality despite financial struggles. Her rich heritage,… Read more

R&B/Soul
Jun 19, 2015
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Lisa Sawyer Music Video

Lisa Sawyer Lyrics

She was born in New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Branded with the name Lisa Sawyer
Circa 1963

Grandmother was Indian
Indian
Her mother's name was Eartha
Swift as the wind
Fierce as fire
Her father's name was Victor
Worked two jobs to provide for his flock

She was the youngest of seven
Seven
She grew up on Louisa Street
Chaos around, but inside, cozy
Small, but a mansion in her eyes
Eyes, eyes, mansion

Never had much money
Money
But was filthy rich
With the wealth you couldn't get from a dark casino
Or a lottery ticket
They had love
Love, love
Rich in love

She had the complexion of
The complexion of a sweet praline
Hair long as the sea
Heart warm like Louisiana sun
Voice like a symphony
Of the most beautiful instruments
Whoa, beautiful

At the age of sixteen
Sixteen
She found Christ at an altar
All along he was calling her name
The gospel spoken from an old wrinkly man
Man, man
Gospel

She was born in New Orleans
She was born in New Orleans
She was born in New Orleans
New Orleans

Writer(s): AUSTIN JENKINS, CHRIS VIVION, JOSHUA BLOCK, TODD MICHAEL BRIDGES
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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What is the Meaning of Lisa Sawyer?

This heartfelt tribute by Leon Bridges paints a vivid portrait of his mother, Lisa Sawyer. Born in New Orleans in 1963, Lisa's life is depicted as one filled with strength, grace, and deep spirituality despite financial struggles. Her rich heritage, hardworking father and loving family are all highlighted to show the wealth of love that surrounded her. The song also emphasizes her physical beauty and inner warmth, comparing it to the sweet praline complexion and warm sun of Louisiana. Ultimately, this song is a celebration of Lisa Sawyer - a woman who found richness in love and faith amidst adversity. #FamilyLove #StrengthInAdversity #SpiritualJourney #TributeToMother

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