Carman (Carmelo Domenic Licciardello) was born in New Jersey where he grew … Read Full Bio ↴Carman (Carmelo Domenic Licciardello) was born in New Jersey where he grew up in an Italian home full of music and laughter. As a boy, Carman played the drums and the guitar, and he began singing in his teenage years. As his career developed, Carman played clubs then went on to Las Vegas. It was after seeing an Andrae Crouch concert that Carman gave his life to Jesus Christ and embraced his new found faith in the living Savior. After five years of ministerial preparation, he moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma where he began to develop his ministry headquarters for a worldwide outreach.

During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.

For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.

Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.

My Story
Carman Lyrics

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Glory to the Lord
Glory to His name
Here's my story
Giving glory to the Lord today
Glory to the Lord
Glory to His name
Here's my story
Giving glory to the Lord today

I'm grabbin' this microphone to testify
About what the Lord has done for me
Antes si era ciego
I used to be blind but now I see
And demons flee
Cuando I shout the name of Cristo
Don't need no gangs, no drugs or a gat
I sure don't need that pisto
'Cause Jesus Christ is the only thing
That's runnin' through my brain
The devil had me bound
But He broke the chains, now to die is gain
And that's my story
Givin' all the praise to the El Shaddai
He saved my soul
So now I'm gonna praise Him until the day I di-zie

Glory to the Lord
Glory to His name
Here's my story
Giving glory to the Lord today
So I give Him glory, glory
Glory to the Lord
And we sing glory, glory
Glory to the Lord

They whipped Him
They nailed His hands and feet to a cross
So I wouldn't be lost
Pago favor precio para me
On Calvary's tree
Me hizo tree
He healed the sick and gave to the poor
Se llamo Cristo
He is the way, the truth, the light
Now the Light that shines so bright
He's dynomite (now that's for sure)

Glory to the Lord
Glory to His name
Here's my story
Giving glory to the Lord today
So we give glory, glory
Glory to the Lord
And we sing glory, glory
Glory to the Lord

Up, lift Him up
Lift Him higher, higher

Glory to the Lord
Glory to His name
Here's my story
Giving glory to the Lord today
Glory, glory
Glory to the Lord

Glory, glory
Glory to the Lord

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Carman's My Story tells the story of the artist's personal journey with God. It starts with a declaration of giving glory to God and a testimony of how God has transformed the artist's life. From being blind to now seeing, the artist shares how calling for the name of Christ now leads demons to flee. The artist emphasizes that they no longer need anything else because Jesus is enough. The artist also shares how Christ broke the chains the devil had on their life, and it has become their story to give all praise to God for saving their soul. The song ends with a call to lift God higher, giving Him all the glory.

The lyrics of this song give a powerful testimony to God's transformative power in one's life. It is a reminder of the importance of giving glory and praise to God for all that He has done. Some interesting facts about this song include that it was released in 1993 as part of Carman's album, "The Standard," and it reached number 8 on the Christian charts. Carman is known for his unique approach to gospel music, often incorporating contemporary styles in his music, such as rap and rock. He has released over 15 albums and has won several awards for his music. Additionally, Carman has been active in advocating for social issues, and he has established the Carman Institute for Church Leadership to help train and equip church leaders.

Unfortunately, the chords to this song are not available as Carman passed away in 2021. However, people can still listen and sing along to this powerful testimony of God's transformative power in one's life.

In summary, Carman's My Story is a powerful testimony to the transformative power of God in one's life. The lyrics rely heavily on personal testimony and the artist's experiences with God. It emphasizes the importance of giving all glory and praise to God for what He has done in one's life. Interesting facts about this song include that it was released in 1993, reached number 8 on the Christian charts, and is part of Carman's unique approach to gospel music.

Line by Line Meaning

Glory to the Lord
Acknowledgment and recognition of the Lord's greatness

Glory to His name
Praising and giving honor to the name of the Lord

Here's my story
Sharing personal experiences and testimony of the Lord's work in one's life

Giving glory to the Lord today
Presently praising and honoring the Lord for His works and grace

I'm grabbin' this microphone to testify
Speaking up and sharing one's testimony for all to hear and witness

About what the Lord has done for me
Telling about the gracious works and miracles the Lord has done in one's life

Antes si era ciego
Previously blind and lost without the guidance and light of the Lord

I used to be blind but now I see
The Lord has opened one's eyes and revealed truth and beauty

And demons flee
The strength and power of the Lord's name causes demons to flee and tremble

Cuando I shout the name of Cristo
When one calls upon the name of Christ with praise and reverence

Don't need no gangs, no drugs or a gat
The Lord's love and guidance supersedes the need for negative influences like gangs, drugs, and weapons

I sure don't need that pisto
A refusal to rely on guns or violence to solve problems and challenges

'Cause Jesus Christ is the only thing
The Lord is the one and only way to salvation and freedom from sin

That's runnin' through my brain
The Lord's teachings and love are deeply ingrained and guiding one's thoughts and actions

The devil had me bound
The sins of the world had a tight grip on one's life

But He broke the chains, now to die is gain
The Lord's power has freed one from sin and eternal life with Him is the ultimate reward

And that's my story
Summarizing the personal testimony and experiences of the Lord's work in one's life

Givin' all the praise to the El Shaddai
Offering all praise and honor to the Lord, known as El Shaddai (God Almighty)

He saved my soul
The Lord has granted salvation and freedom from sin to one's soul

So now I'm gonna praise Him until the day I di-zie
Dedicating one's life to praising and honoring the Lord until one's final breath

So we give Him glory, glory
Collectively and repeatedly praising and honoring the Lord

They whipped Him
Referencing the cruel punishment and suffering Jesus faced on the cross

They nailed His hands and feet to a cross
Describing the means by which Jesus was crucified and sacrificed for the sins of the world

So I wouldn't be lost
Jesus' sacrifice was an act of love to save humanity from eternal separation from God

Pago favor precio para me
Spanish translation for 'He paid a great price for me' referring to Jesus' sacrifice

On Calvary's tree
Referring to the location where Jesus was crucified

Me hizo tree
Spanish translation for 'He made me free' symbolizing the freedom from sin and death granted by Jesus' sacrifice

He healed the sick and gave to the poor
Jesus' miracles and teachings were centered around compassion, healing, and helping those in need

Se llamo Cristo
Spanish translation for 'His name is Christ', referencing Jesus' importance and divinity

He is the way, the truth, the light
Jesus is the only path to salvation and eternal life with God

Now the Light that shines so bright
Jesus' teachings and love illuminate the darkness and guide one's path

He's dynomite (now that's for sure)
The Lord's power and love are unstoppable and explosive, bringing joy and freedom to all who accept Him

Up, lift Him up
Encouraging others to lift up and praise the Lord

Lift Him higher, higher
Urging to show an even greater level of praise and honor to the Lord

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CARMEN LICCIARDELLO, TOM WOLK, TOMMY SIMS

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