American Gospel Music

Father Be Pleased – Todd Dulaney Ft. Nicole C. Mullen [Lyrics & Music]

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April 17, 2026

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Todd Dulaney joins forces with the legendary Nicole C. Mullen for “Father Be Pleased,” a track that defines cinematic excellence in modern worship. This collaboration is a stunning vocal pairing, blending Dulaney’s smooth, atmospheric delivery with Mullen’s rich, soulful resonance. The song is built on a foundation of deep reverence, trading high-energy percussion for a grand, orchestral arrangement that feels timeless and sophisticated.

The production reaches a “big screen” scale through its masterful use of dynamics. It begins with a delicate, focused intimacy and gradually expands into a lush soundscape filled with soaring strings and a powerful, disciplined choir. This creates a “wall of sound” that feels regal and intentional, perfectly matching the song’s lyrical theme of offering a pure and pleasing sacrifice. The chemistry between the two artists adds a layer of narrative weight, making the track feel like a pivotal, emotional moment in a larger story.

Ultimately, “Father Be Pleased” is a masterclass in vocal artistry and high-fidelity production. It highlights Dulaney’s ability to share the stage with icons while maintaining his signature polished, e-worship aesthetic. For any blog or playlist dedicated to music that is both sonically magnificent and deeply heartfelt, this collaboration is a definitive standout that sets a high bar for the genre.

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Father Be Pleased – Todd Dulaney Ft. Nicole C. Mullen Lyrics

I search for Your approval
Whatever makes You smile
I live for You
I love it when You’re happy
I love it when You’re proud, oh God
I live for You

You’re my heart’s desire
You’re my one desire, yes

So Father be pleased with me
Father be pleased with me
Father be pleased with me
You’re my heart’s desire

Yeah
Eh
Oh my God

Right here in this moment
With every breath I breathe
I live for You
Let nothing come between us
And this sacrifice I bring
‘Cause I live for You

You’re my heart’s desire
You’re my one desire

Father be pleased with me
Father be pleased with me
Father be pleased (We want You) with (We want You) me
You’re my only desire

Oh God
I believed You when You told me
That I could hear You say well done
I believed You when You said that
The work was finished with Your Son

Just wanna make You happy
I just wanna make You proud of me
Just wanna make You happy, happy, oh God
Just wanna make You proud of me, yeah

Just wanna make You happy
I just wanna make You proud of me
Just wanna make You happy
(In what I say, what I do, where I go)
I just wanna make You proud of me

Yeah, Son I just wanna make You… just wanna make You happy
Proud of me Jesus, oh-whoa, I live with You
Just wanna make You proud of me (To make You proud oh son of God, yeah)
Just wanna make You happy (You are my one desire)
Just wanna make You happy

Just wanna make You happy
I belong to you oh God
Just wanna make You happy
I belong to my savior
Just wanna make You happy
You can have it all, oh God yeah
Just wanna make You happy
You can have it all
Just wanna make You happy
We just want You, we just want You
Just wanna make You happy
We just want You, yeah
Just wanna make You happy
My God, we wanna make You, we wanna make You
Just wanna make You happy, yeah