In 1984, at the age of 15, Lewis auditioned for a children's musical called Hi Tops, written and produced by Ernie and Debbie Retino, creators of Psalty, the Singing Song Book. Lewis passed the audition and was able to go into the studio and participate in the Soundtrack recording with the rest of the cast members. While working with the musical, Lewis met a member of the Rockabilly band, The Lifters. After becoming friends with the members of that band, Lewis was asked to join. Soon after, the band changed its name to Wild Blue Yonder. Lewis also met her current husband, Brian Ray, through her association with the band.
Wild Blue Yonder was together for two years and recorded a single full length album, produced by Daniel Amos frontman Terry Scott Taylor, for Frontline Records in 1986. She would also sing on D.A.'s album Fearful Symmetry in 1986, and Taylor's solo album A Briefing for the Ascent in 1987. After Wild Blue Yonder disbanded, Frontline offered Lewis a solo recording contract at the age of 17. Beyond the Charade, her first solo project, was released in 1987. Lewis went on to record two more albums for Frontline, Joy in 1988, and Let Love In in 1990, before starting her own record label, Metro One Music in 1992 with a distribution deal through Diamante Music Group.
For a brief time, Lewis starred in a Nickelodeon Television series called Roundhouse. Lewis left the show after one year.
Her next solo project, Remember, was recorded and released on Metro One label in 1992, followed by The Bride in 1993, and Hymns: My Life in 1995. The Bride was listed at # 97 in the 2001 book, CCM Presents: The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music. A greatest hits collection released that year landed Lewis in the # 1 spot on the Pop/Dance charts with her rendition of "Shine Jesus Shine." Beauty For Ashes was released in 1996, the first album from Metro One to be distributed through a new arrangement with Myrrh Records. Ashes was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, and the song "People Get Ready...Jesus Is Comin' " was the # 1 song of the year (1996) in Christian Radio. The album also won an ASCAP award for "Beauty For Ashes" as the most played song (1997). The album contained four # 1 radio singles: "People get ready...Jesus is Comin' ", "Beauty of the Cross", "God's been good to me", and "Beauty for Ashes."
Gold was released in 1998 and gave Lewis two # 1 hits, "Lord, I Believe in You" and "Not the Same". Gold was later re-issued that same year with a new recording of "Lean On Me" (lead vocals by Crystal Lewis), which originally appeared on Kirk Franklin's album The Nu Nation Project that included "Lean on Me" featuring Mary J. Blige, R.Kelly, Bono, Crystal Lewis and The Family. That same year, Crystal won Dove Awards for "Female Vocalist of the Year" and "Spanish Language Album of the Year" for La Belleza de la Cruz. Lewis also joined Franklin along with Gerald Levert, Mary J. Blige, and Bono on stage at the 1999 Grammy Awards for a performance of "Lean on Me."
Lewis returned to her Rockabilly roots briefly in 1999 with The Attack of the Screamin' Rays. The live project Live @ The Woodlands, recorded live in Houston, Texas on November 6, 1998, was also released that year. Crystal picked up two more Dove awards in 1999 for "Special Event Album" for her contribution to the project Exodus, and "Spanish Language Album" for Oro. In 2000, Lewis released Fearless, which was nominated for "Best Christian Pop Album of the Year" at the 2000 Grammy Awards. The song "Only Fools" from that album was voted song of the year by ASCAP. Her first Christmas album, Holiday! A Collection of Christmas Classics, went on to be voted the 5th Best Christmas album of all-time by CCM Magazine.
Crystal released her second greatest hits project More in 2001. A second live project, More Live, recorded at the Sun Theater in Anaheim, California on November 17, 2001, was released in 2002, along with another collection of hymns and gospel standards, Holy, Holy, Holy. See was released in 2005, and, the children's project, Joyful Noise was released in 2006.
Trust Me
Crystal Lewis Lyrics
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Take a step
It's ok
I know where we're going
don't fret
I've been before
Through these valleys
Yet dark as they seem
trust me
Though you can't see
You can trust me
The way may be steep
You can trust me
Let me lead...trust me
open your eyes
But don't let go of my hand
Let your tears give way to smiles
See the joy inside the trial
don't worry you're safe with me around
Rest assured I'm on your side
I won't let you hit the ground
But close as it seems..
it's true that what's in front of you
Isn't always clear
But you must believe it in your heart
That I'm here - I'm here!
The lyrics to Crystal Lewis's song "Trust Me" convey a message of assurance to someone who may be going through a difficult time or embarking on a new journey. The singer encourages the listener to trust them even when the path ahead may not be clear. The first verse uses language to comfort the listener that the singer has been on this journey before: "Don't fret, I've been before, through these valleys, down these long and dangerous roads." The singer is asking the listener to have faith in them even when the way forward is uncertain.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "trust me" with increasing intensity. The singer is reassuring the listener that even though they can't see what is ahead, they can rely on the singer to guide them through the difficult times. The next verse encourages the listener to look beyond their immediate circumstances and see the joy that can come from the trial. Finally, the singer asks the listener to believe in their heart that they are not alone: "But you must believe it in your heart, that I'm here - I'm here!"
Overall, the lyrics of "Trust Me" speak to our basic human need for guidance, understanding, and companionship. It's a message of hope that encourages the listener to have faith even when things look bleak. The song reminds us that we all need someone to lean on, and that by asking for help or support, we can find the help we need to overcome any obstacle.
Line by Line Meaning
Close your eyes
Take a moment to trust me and let go of control.
Take a step
Move forward with me on this journey.
It's ok
You don't have to be afraid, I've got your back.
I know where we're going
Trust me, I have a plan and clear direction.
Don't fret
Don't worry, I have experience and have been here before.
I've been before
I have encountered similar obstacles in the past.
Through these valleys
I have walked through tough seasons.
Down these long and dangerous roads
I have been on difficult journeys that challenged and tested me.
Yet dark as they seem
Although the path ahead is unclear, trust me and follow my lead.
Trust me
Believe in my guidance and support.
Though you can't see
Even if you don't understand or things seem unclear, trust that I know the way.
The way may be steep
Challenges may appear and the journey may be difficult.
Let me lead...trust me
Put your faith in me and let me guide you through this journey.
Open your eyes
Be present and aware of what is happening around you.
But don't let go of my hand
Stay connected to me and trust in our partnership.
Let your tears give way to smiles
Trust that there will be joy and happiness beyond the current hardship.
See the joy inside the trial
Find positivity and gratitude in the hardships we are facing.
Don't worry you're safe with me around
I will protect you and keep you safe on this journey.
Rest assured I'm on your side
Know that I am here to support and encourage you.
I won't let you hit the ground
I will catch you if you fall or stumble.
But close as it seems..
Despite the challenges and obstacles, trust that we are close to our goal.
It's true that what's in front of you
The path ahead may seem unclear or challenging.
Isn't always clear
But trust that we will find clarity and direction on this journey.
But you must believe it in your heart
Have faith and trust in our journey together.
That I'm here - I'm here!
Know that I am present and committed to helping you through this journey.
Lyrics © Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Robin Murray, Taylor Jones, Marilyn Benefield, Edward Garcia
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Elizah Mendoza
Close your eyes
Take a step
It's okay I know where we're going
Don't fret
I've been before
Through these valleys
Down these long and dangerous roads
Yet dark as they seem
(Chorus)
Trust me
though you can't see
You can trust me
the way may be steep
You can trust me
Let me lead
Trust me
Open your eyes
but don't let go of my hand
Let your tears give way to smile
See the joy inside your trial
Don't worry
You're safe with me around
Rest assured I'm on your side
I won't let you hit the ground
Close as it seems
(Chorus)
See I know that what's in front of you isn't always clear
But you must believe it in your heart that I'm here
I am here Oh
(Chorus)
Elizah Mendoza
Close your eyes
Take a step
It's okay I know where we're going
Don't fret
I've been before
Through these valleys
Down these long and dangerous roads
Yet dark as they seem
(Chorus)
Trust me
though you can't see
You can trust me
the way may be steep
You can trust me
Let me lead
Trust me
Open your eyes
but don't let go of my hand
Let your tears give way to smile
See the joy inside your trial
Don't worry
You're safe with me around
Rest assured I'm on your side
I won't let you hit the ground
Close as it seems
(Chorus)
See I know that what's in front of you isn't always clear
But you must believe it in your heart that I'm here
I am here Oh
(Chorus)
Lame Ngwako
Much appreciated
Tonia McDonald
Thank you! 🙏🏽
Joycia Bell
Such a powerful and anointed song!!
Anabelle Gonzalez
What I just needed right now😭... I trust you Lord.. Beautiful song....❤
jay_vibez
Anabelle Gonzalez
SCOTT THAYER
ONE OF THE GREATEST VOICES IN CHRISTIAN MUSIC ❤😍😇
D Mitchell
Trust in Him.
Be still and know He is God
Luis Lyness
I´m feeling good listening this beautiful song,because i know GOD is with me all the time.
thanks God for your power and love.
Christianna Marshall
i really like this song a lot! Trusting in God and remembering His promises that He will never leave us nor forsake us! God has been reassuring me even through other people at my church (now constantly) to trust Him n that He hears our prayers and He will answer them. He has the timing in His hands and He knows when that perfect time is just be patient n remember that & He is God and He is stronger than the pain, confusion, fear, chaos, and all situations in general and He is so faithful more than we can understand. He will get us through the storms. Just rely on Him. His words never fail. His promises are true. Also keeping in mind : "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." (NIV) Isaiah 55:8-9, and remembering that He is a forgiving & gracious & merciful God who loves us no matter what, and He knows what's best for us better than we do. He knows what we need before we need it. He knows our pain, sorrow, fears, He knows but He also knows what situations can make us stronger. if you just trust Him ! (that Scripture Isaiah 55:8 keeps popping up in my life lately along with Philippians 4:8 and Jeremiah 29:11-13- promise). it also helped me this past Wednesday reading : 1 Peter 5:10 that I never noticed before & I was told that that's actually a promise. I hope these words are encouraging!
God bless you all!