by Alex Wilson
Album
Sunday Dinner
Year
2025
Genre
Soul/Gospel/Blues/Country Soul
Duration
3:45
Description
"Soul Food" is a heartwarming celebration of family, tradition, and the power of home-cooked meals. Alex Wilson delivers a soulful performance, capturing the essence of Southern comfort food and its ability to nourish not just the body, but the spirit. The song blends gospel influences with bluesy undertones, creating a rich and inviting soundscape that evokes the warmth of a family gathering.
Lyrics
Verse 1 Walked through the door, grease poppin’ in the air, Cornbread steamin’, love’s everywhere. Mama’s in the kitchen, stirrin’ up a spell, Plates piled high, where the heart can dwell. Chorus Soul food, oh, it’s lard and grace! Fills my mind, my soul, my face! From the skillet to the heart, it’s healin’ me whole, Soul food, feedin’ body and soul! Verse 2 Collard greens simmer, black-eyed peas sing, Every bite’s a prayer, makes the spirit swing. Round that table, laughin’, stories unfold, Warming up the weary, worth more than gold. Chorus Soul food, oh, it’s lard and grace! Fills my mind, my soul, my face! From the skillet to the heart, it’s healin’ me whole, Soul food, feedin’ body and soul! Bridge Pass the biscuits, pour the gravy high, Feel the love that lifts you to the sky! In this sacred spot, where the good times roll, Lard and grace gonna save your soul! Verse 3 Sweet potato pie, a sugary dream, Grandma's hug in every creamy gleam. Uncles tellin' stories, loud and bold, A tapestry of laughter, never gets old. Chorus Soul food, oh, it’s lard and grace! Fills my mind, my soul, my face! From the skillet to the heart, it’s healin’ me whole, Soul food, feedin’ body and soul! Outro (Claps, hollers, gospel hum) Soul food, yeah, it’s where I’m found, Lard and grace, in that holy ground! Soul food... (Fade out with ad-libs and gospel riff)
Notes
Instrumentation: Vocals, acoustic guitar, Hammond organ (subtle swells during verses, more prominent in the bridge and outro), upright bass (walking bass line), drums (simple, steady beat with emphasis on the backbeat), background vocals (gospel-style harmonies). Tempo: Medium, slightly swung feel. Mood: Warm, joyful, nostalgic, and comforting. Key: G Major. Guitar part is based around G, C, and D chords primarily, with some Am to add color. Bass line mostly follows the root notes. The organ should be used to fill the song with rich chords and gospel style riffs and fills. Outro: The outro should fade out with vocal ad-libs ('Soul Food!', 'Yes Lord!', 'Amen!'), hand claps, and a repeating gospel riff on the organ. Dynamics: Build throughout the song, reaching a peak during the final chorus. Key areas for dynamic contrast include the movement from the verses and choruses, through the bridge sections.