Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago

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Composed by Mitch Humphries, performed by Shante van Horlick accompanied by Russell Stern.

Embrace this classic ECK song about HU, the ancient mantra and sacred sound that brings truth and sets Soul free.

Verse 1

What is the word we say
When love seems far away?
What is the sound that guides our footsteps through the dark?
What is the word that gives us back our hope that love will come our way?
It’s HU, the holy name of God.

Verse 2

What is the word we speak
When our hearts are feeling weak?
What is the word that shows the truth behind life’s facade?
What is the sound we hear in everything, the sound that sets us free?
It’s HU, the holy name of God.

Bridge

Love is the golden key, and it will open heaven’s door.
Love is a holy gift, and when we share it we receive more.

Verse 3

Where does the wind come from?
What hung the stars above?
What makes a baby smile, what colors the leaves in fall?
What is the word for love beyond all love, the love that God gives to us?
It’s HU, the holy name of God.

Solo

Tag

What is the word for love beyond all love, the love that God gives to us?
It’s HU, it’s HU, the word is HU, the holy name of God.

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