Davis’s version, produced by her husband Tommy Cowan under their Glory Music label, transforms this 19th-century call to action into a vibrant piece of "Caribbean flavor" gospel.
Stand Up for Jesus - song and lyrics by Carlene Davis - Spotify
The lyrics urge believers to be "soldiers of the cross," calling for courage and conviction in the face of spiritual adversity.
The song features a high-energy tempo (approx. 196 BPM) that maintains the "martial" feel of the original hymn while incorporating reggae bass lines and brass arrangements by Dean Fraser .
