His first group was the Church of God in Christ Singers (COGICS) in 1960, which included Billy Preston who later played organ for the Beatles and Eric Clapton. [1] The COGICS were the first group to record the song "The Blood".
Crouch founded the Disciples in 1965. At the urging of Christian composer Ralph Carmichael, he began to record his compositions in 1969. During the 1965-85 period, Andraé Crouch and the Disciples appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, performed at the Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall, and toured 68 countries. Crouch's most popular songs from this period include "The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power," "Through It All," "Bless His Holy Name," and "My Tribute". Their contemporary gospel sound reached beyond the traditional African American base and touched a racially and musically diverse audience. Several musical acts and solo performers covered (made recordings of) his more popular works, further expanding Crouch's musical influence.
Has sung solo with the Oslo Gospel Choir in Norway on several occasions.
In 2006, he released Mighty Wind, a 40th anniversary album featuring guest performances by Marvin Winans, Crystal Lewis, Karen Clark Sheard, and Lauren Evans.
I don't know why
Andraé Crouch Lyrics
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I don't know why He cared
I don't know why He sacrificed His life
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did
He left His mighty throne in glory
To bring to us redemption's story
Then He died but He rose again
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did.
He left His mighty throne in glory
To bring to us redemption's story
Then He died but He rose again
Just for you and me
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did.
Where would I be if Jesus didn't love me?
Where would I be if Jesus didn't care?
Where would I be if He hadn't sacrificed His life
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did
I don't know why Jesus loved me
(Oh I don't know why)
I don't know why He cared
(Oh I don't know why)
I don't know why He sacrificed His life
Oh, but I'm glad (so glad), so glad He did
Oh, but I'm glad (so glad), so glad He did
The first stanza of Andraé Crouch's song 'I Don't Know Why' expresses the artist's bewilderment at the love and care offered by Jesus. The singer acknowledges the mystery of why Jesus would make the ultimate sacrifice of his life for the rest of humanity, especially considering that we are fallible creatures who continually sin. However, despite the singer's inability to fathom the reasons behind Jesus's actions, they are grateful for His love and sacrifice.
The second stanza seeks to explain the mechanism behind Jesus's love and sacrifice. Jesus, who was divine in nature, gave up his rightful place on "His mighty throne in glory" to redeem mankind. By dying and then being resurrected from the dead, Jesus made it possible for humanity to find redemption and forgiveness from their sins. Through Jesus's substitutionary death, the singer of the song recognizes the importance of His sacrifice in their own personal salvation.
The final three lines of the song, punctuated by the phrase "Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did," serve as a celebratory exclamation of gratitude for Jesus's love and sacrifice. Despite the artist's confusion as to why Jesus would do what He did, the singer unequivocally asserts that they are glad that He did it.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why Jesus loved me
I cannot comprehend why Jesus had deep affection for me
I don't know why He cared
It is a mystery to me why Jesus was concerned about me
I don't know why He sacrificed His life
I am unable to fathom why Jesus gave up His life for me
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did
Despite not understanding, I am filled with immense joy that He did
He left His mighty throne in glory
He vacated His exalted position in heaven, filled with majesty and splendor
To bring to us redemption's story
His purpose was to provide us with the means to be saved and forgiven
Then He died but He rose again
After passing from this life, He was resurrected to a new and glorious existence
Just for you and me
His actions were intended for the benefit of us individually
Where would I be if Jesus didn't love me?
What would be my situation had I not been the recipient of Jesus' love?
Where would I be if Jesus didn't care?
What would have become of me if Jesus had no concern for me?
Where would I be if He hadn't sacrificed His life
What would my existence have been like if Jesus had not given up His life for me?
Oh, but I'm glad, so glad He did
Despite these uncertainties, my heart is overflowing with gratitude and happiness that He did
Oh I don't know why
I am completely ignorant in this matter
Oh I don't know why
My knowledge is insufficient in understanding this
Oh, but I'm glad (so glad), so glad He did
Despite this lack of understanding, I am filled with immense joy that He did what He did
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Bluewater Music Corp., Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fred Ahlert, Roy Turk
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@Debutantealways
I was part of the Jesus People Movement in Canton, Ohio in 1971-72…and Our Pastor bought an old house near the church and it was aptly given the name the Shepherd’s Inn. Many, many “hippies” and those seeking the “truth”came to find Him at this Inn and at our church, Trinity Gospel Temple where Pastor Brother Dave Lombardi and his beautiful wife, Sister Meralene made us all feel welcome and we formed a beautiful family. That movement, Canton, Ohio and many details are chronicled in Wikipedia….along with many photos. We played Andre’s greatest hits album all the time there…this music is as strongly associated with those years as any music we heard on the radio. We had wonderful night long Bible studies and witnessed for Jesus every chance we had. I later got married and had a happy long marriage and three wonderful sons. I am now a widow of 16 years, but I still attend that church and we still sing Andre’s and also Nancy Harmony’s songs from time to time…because that is the music that made those conversions and that beautiful time of our lives so sweet and precious. Both Andre and Nancy performed at Trinity, also. I was not there to see them, but I know it had to be wonderful! This is my way of going back one more time and living those beautiful times again. The Lord is very real and He was right there with us more than we can even say. I’m so grateful to still be His follower. He is truly the Lord and I love Him. I know Andre is up there singing with Him right now. Praise the Lord !
@syoungb5877
What a beautiful story. May God continue to bless you. 🙌🏾
@DriaSmith-bq9de
Pray God helps us as a church to do His Devine plan.
@JamesJones-yj8ku
I was part of the Jesus people movement in Calgary Alberta in the early 70’s. You bring back lots of memories. God saved me from heroin addiction. The Jesus people movement saved my life and God saved my soul. Still going strong in the lord 50 years later. Wouldn’t take nothing for my journey now.
@TheGospelWorld9
I don't know what are you going through, I want you to know our God is faithful. Trust him and his timing. No matter what is happening right now. He will never fail you. Your faith will be honored. I have seen the goodness of God in my life. I pray God visit you while reading this message. One year ago my life falled a part... today I am God fingerprints and testimony.
@OldSchoolGospel9
As I listen to the music of good times which may not have been great, I reflect on family and loved ones. We need Jesus more than ever before, we have only sustained by the love of God and Jesus desire to carry out the will of His Father. Glory and praises as we cry out to His goodness🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@TheMirandaDavis
I have been singing this song lately. It has been on my heart. I don’t know why Jesus loves me.
@hillyj1
I'm so glad that I'm loved by such a Man who loved me before He knew me. Hallelujah thank you Jesus
@okuhlereeds4216
My mom used to sing this song to me and my siblings when we were kids. I'm much older now, and still this song still blesses me. You didnt do anything or deserve His Grace, but we all received it for free.
@terrylane3669
I was there! What a wonderful time we had. God was also there.