Grant made her debut in 1977 under the guidance of Myrrh Records, and became the first Christian recording act to have an album be certified platinum. Following her marriage to Gary Chapman in 1982 and a subsequent deal between her record company and A&M Records, a series of successful pop-crossover records consolidated her position as both Christian music's highest-selling act and a formidable force in mainstream music, and according to Billboard magazine she was the most successful Christian recording artist of the 1980s and 1990s.
After giving birth to her fourth child Corinna Grant Gill, Grant returned to her gospel music roots with the 2002 release of Legacy...Hymns & Faith. The album featured a Vince Gill-influenced mix of bluegrass and gospel and marked Grant's 25th anniversary in the music industry. Grant followed this up with the pop release Simple Things in 2003. The album did not see the success of her previous pop efforts, and soon after the album, Amy and Interscope/A&M parted ways.
Grant released a sequel to her hymns collection in 2005 titled Rock of Ages... Hymns & Faith. Despite publicly musing that life would be easier if she weren't working, Grant joined the reality television phenomenon by hosting Three Wishes, a show in which she and a team of helpers make wishes come true for small-town residents. The show debuted on NBC in the fall of 2005, but was cancelled in November after 10 episodes. After Three Wishes was cancelled, Grant won her 6th Grammy Award for Rock of Ages.
In a February, 2006 webchat, Amy stated she believes her "best music is still ahead".
Amy Grant recorded a live cd/dvd album in early 2006 and it was released later in the year.
To date Amy Grant has sold more than 25 million records worldwide and is a 6 time Grammy winning artist.
First love
Amy Grant Lyrics
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Just being near
You now is like a lullaby
All that I have I'd give away to follow You
I can't imagine having life without you
Oh. When all these worldly battles seem to never cease
You simply lift me up and rest me in Your peace
I heard some people say you're only in my mind
All other loves will slowly fade like dying flame
Tomorrow, now, and yesterday
You're still the same I wait with longing heart to see You come again
Your sweet and tender love will never end.
The lyrics of Amy Grant’s “First Love” portray the singer's adoration for Jesus, whom she refers to as her first love. The song's chorus explains that being close to Him is calming and comforting, like a lullaby. The song goes on to express how important Jesus is to the singer. She would give up everything she has just to follow Him, and she cannot quote imagining a life without Him. When the world becomes overwhelming, Jesus lifts her up and gives her peace.
In the second verse, the singer addresses the people who do not believe in Jesus, stating that some people say He is only in her mind. However, the singer hopes that someday they will encounter Jesus the way she has. The bridge of the song repeats the message that all other loves pale in comparison to Jesus, and His love will never fade away. Finally, the singer waits for Jesus to return, praising His loving nature and promising devotion.
Overall, the lyrics of “First Love” are a heartfelt expression of the singer's faith in Jesus. The song's message is that Jesus is always present and can provide calm and love whenever we need it.
Line by Line Meaning
You are my first love sweet and gentle as the night
You are the first person I ever loved, and your love is soothing and kind.
Just being near
Being in your presence is enough to make me feel content and at ease.
You now is like a lullaby
Your presence feels like a comforting and calming lullaby.
All that I have I'd give away to follow You
I would sacrifice everything I have in order to follow and be with you.
I can't imagine having life without you
I cannot picture my life without you in it.
Oh. When all these worldly battles seem to never cease
In moments where the struggles of the world seem never-ending,
You simply lift me up and rest me in Your peace
your presence lifts me up and gives me a sense of peace and comfort.
I heard some people say you're only in my mind
I've heard people say that you are just a figment of my imagination.
I hope that someday You choose to find them.
I hope that one day you will reveal yourself to these people, so they too can know your love.
All other loves will slowly fade like dying flame
All other loves will eventually fade away and lose their spark.
Tomorrow, now, and yesterday
No matter what time it is, your love remains constant.
You're still the same I wait with longing heart to see You come again
You have remained the same throughout time, and I eagerly wait to see you again.
Your sweet and tender love will never end.
Your love is always kind and affectionate, and will never run out.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: DAWN RODGERS
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