Song Reviews
Very good
I like your voice as well as the song pretty good!! I believe if you stick with it, it won't be long before someone wants to do big things with you. But continue to sing unto the Lord, and be led by His Spirit.
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Only God Can
Few artists can walk the line as a true crossover artist. Arlene Whiteman shows that potential vocally on this track. She does a beautiful job creating a near-universal appeal with her vocal stylings. The song is well written structurally. Very repetitive lyrically and I would have liked to see it more developed but the concept was sound if very basic. Very listenable tune and won't get anyone in the Christian spectrum worked up doctrinally. Good job.
Canada, Ontario, Windsor
review for Only God Can
I am listening now MUSIC sounds fantastic lyrics sounds fantastic voice sounds fantastic so on the song can be a hit I think this song can reach number one but as I have said to many that many artists and their songs can do the same but you are amongst the top already and stand a better fighting chance to get there then those that are not so greatIi think you should promote this song big time it really has that fighting chance to make it tops As we pray for you your family friends AND everyone for cosmos blessing salvation healing perfection to come about to eternal life GOD BE WITH YOU as you got my support I loved this song SO I gave it A top rating
Australia, Warragul 3820
Only God can
Beautiful worship Song! Human bring can provide support some way or another, but there are issues in our lives that only God can. He is the only One that can heal our broken heart. Thank Arlene por this gifts.
United States, Connecticut, STAMFORD
Nice worship/inspirational
In this song the Vocalist made it apparent that she's a vocalist and not just a singer, lol. Seriously I can hear the training and the hard work and effort that pays off in favor of the Artist because of the training. I love the arrangements and the feel of the overall composition. I have a understanding that in Ministry they have expectations for Gospel music and most require the setting of the House (House of God) and I feel like this song will be gladly accepted by the body. I would listen in on the vocals to see if there is room for improvement in any area of the song. I would support a song like this. Continue in your craft and calling.
United States, Florida, Miami
Only He Can
Very nice intro, subtle and refined, nicely done on the keys. Vocally some great work here. Arlene has a nice smooth quality in her voice. It was easy to hear her passion for the music and the lyrics come through. The message that "Only God Can..." was made clear, a message for all to be assured of. There were a couple of places where I lost the lyrics. I believe a little more attention to enunciation and finishing the words - i.e. no "dropping" of hard consonants - will make it more easily understandable. VERY NICE WORK!
United States, Texas, Brownwood
Only God
This song is my sentiment exactly. Great words and great thoughts because God can do anything. Nice melody and you have a great voice. He has broken the pain in me many times and your song encourages me even as I listen to it right now. I just lost my mom and it has been tough but the Lord can heal the hurt and does. Keep up the good work for the kingdom. May God bless you richly everyday. DE
United States, Montana, Missoula
Only God Can
Amen Amen Amen I say to you ...so spot on!!! A really nice mix with awesome chord transitions. Your voice is just awesome Arlene. I really loved this mix and recording. Superbly done with awesome dynamics and vocal ranges. Only god can do these things and He has blessed you with a voice that is so awesome. Please keep sharing this beautiful gift from our Lord has I am sure that your sound will pierce even the hardest of hearts. May God Bless You!
United States, North Carolina, Stanfield
inspiring and beautiful
Thank you for sharing a beautiful Christian tune. I would request more words, but still it is a very inspiring song, It reminds me of a repetitive praise song format. Keep up the good work!
United States, Arizona, Tempe
Uplifting
Very soulful, uplifting and heartfelt. You can feel these words as she sings them. Very talented artist who shares her love of God in such a way that her voice reaches your soul. Very spiritual and comforting.
United States, New Jersey, Phillipsburg
my thoughts
The Peace of God just floods the place. The piano is sooo anointed. The mix is pretty goood, vocals are out front where they belong. Personally I would of added some strings, You have an awesome voice. My only critique is sometimes the lyrics are a little hard to understand. Especially during the vocal run's. Overall nice job. And your right. ONLY GOD CAN. Bless you
United States, Texas, Ft Worth
Clear, gentle, and skillful song of praise
Arlene Whiteman has written a tender song about God's unique power to help us in life with things humans can't do. Her voice is nice and clear, masterful, and on-pitch, and she sings from the heart. The arrangement is simple yet skillful. The acoustic intro brings the listener in gently with just piano, guitar, and bass. The drums enter seamlessly without fanfare with understated percussion (cymbals and tamborine) on the second verse. All the instruments are played skillfully and with reverence. The mix is well balanced, with the vocal out front and clearly understandable. (This is crucial in Christian music, since the ministry is in the lyrics.) The extended epilogue of nothing but gentle tapping on the cymbal is a creative and gentle way to end a song. If I have a criticism, it is from a song-writing standpoint only. In the first verse, the vocal begins addressing God in the second person ("my cry to You"), then switches to third person, speaking about God, rather than to God. This switch in perspective breaks the spell over the listener by forcing a change in mind set, mid-stream. Hope that helps. This song reaches the heart and ministers, and that's what matters most. Looking forward to hearing more from this artist. God bless your continued work in His harvest fields.
United States, Texas, Kyle
Gentle Voice, filled with Love!
As I sit here listening to this song, I am transported to a place where angels sing! Arlene's voice contains a quality few possess. Her voice contains both passion and gentleness, Love and fervor. Musically the band is supportive of the delivery she is trying to achieve, and this just all around is great song! Check it out and you will see what i am talking about!
United States, New York, Fulton