Outstanding talent always speaks for itself. It stands out from crowds of g… Read Full Bio ↴Outstanding talent always speaks for itself. It stands out from crowds of gimmicks, flashy clothes and pretty faces, and rises above odds, obstacles and any lesser contenders. Great talent cannot be learned or created—it is simply given to a special few. And when that talent is dedicated to a higher purpose, there's no telling where it may take the one who possesses it.
Pop vocalist and songwriter David Phelps has been given such a talent. Credited by many as having one of today's most spectacular voices, David has seen countless thousands rise to their feet for his inspiring, powerhouse performances. His audiences have included George W. Bush, massive crowds at Billy Graham Crusades, and millions of "ABC News" viewers, and his voice has brought him multiple Grammy and Dove awards. And with the release of his new solo debut for Word Records, Revelation, Phelps is poised to reach an even greater audience of fans around the globe. Yet amid all the acclaim, David has a special person in his life who reminds him to always honor the One who gave that talent to him.
His wife of eleven years, Lori, helps David balance his dual roles as acclaimed vocalist and down-to-earth husband and father of three (soon to be four). "Most of us don't get the chance to have even one standing ovation or round of applause in our lives, so working on a stage of any kind can give you a really unrealistic view of life if you're not careful," David reveals. "In her own loving way, Lori won't let me live in that place of applause, and I'm very thankful for that."
Though not a musician herself, Lori has walked with David all along the long, challenging road as he has pursued his calling to music. Hailing originally from the Houston area, the couple met at Texas' Baylor University over a decade ago, where Phelps earned a degree in line with his passion—music.
Recognized from an early age for his unusual talent, David knew from the beginning that he wanted to perform music for the glory of God. Not everyone understood his commitment to faith, however. "I had several teachers who felt that I should be singing opera, or performing somewhere on Broadway," he recalls. "In college particularly, I had a teacher who kept pushing me strongly toward classical music, but when she finally accepted that Christian music was what God was calling me to do, that became the turning point for me."
From there, as a teenager, David went on become the winner of the 1988 Seminar In the Rockies held in Estes Park, Colorado, the youngest winner of the contest at that time. He then continued his career after graduation with a stint as Artist In Residence for First Baptist Church in Hurst, Texas. Though for a time it appeared that family commitments might prevent David from realizing his dream, he and Lori packed their bags for Nashville, Tennessee, in 1996 with the hope of landing a record deal for David.
Once again, however, he faced a challenge. After six heartbreaking months, David had not found an opportunity, and since he had given up his job back in Texas, the young couple was running out of funds. While visiting his family one weekend back in Texas, David told them, "We really feel like God was calling us to Nashville, but it's just not happening." Instantly, his family gathered around David and Lori and began to pray for a miracle.
A miracle is what God had in mind. The very next day, back in Nashville, David met with executives from Word Records and found out about an opportunity with best-selling vocal foursome Gaither Vocal Band. Two weeks later, he officially joined the group that has brought him four Dove Awards, two Grammy Awards, and over 13 gold and 15 platinum-selling projects.
Throughout the phenomenal success he has experienced with Gaither Vocal Band, David has cherished the dream of releasing a solo album expressing his own style and songcrafting. With the release of Revelation, David has finally fully realized the calling he first felt so many years before.
Featuring songs primarily written or co-written by Phelps, Revelation is a showcase for the impressive vocal and musical training that have shaped Phelps as a performer, swirled into a beautiful sonic blend that reflects the best of 21st century pop. From dramatic ballads to R&B-influenced groove and rock-tinged, energetic pop, Revelation reveals the musical passion and substantive message behind this exceptional singer/songwriter.
"The foundation of this album lies in knowing who Christ really is," explains David. "There's a line at the beginning of the song 'Break Free' that sums it up well—'Forget what you've heard about Jesus, if it doesn't begin and end with love.'
"As a culture, both churched and unchurched, we carry around so many ideas of who Jesus is that are not true," David continues. "We relate Christ to the idea of being judged or compared against an impossible standard. I want people to hear about a God who isn't standing there with His finger in their faces, but is simply there with His arms open wide saying, 'I just want to know you. Come to me, and I'll help you through this journey.'"
Every song on Revelation reveals God's mercy and compassion for His people. "Just As I Am," penned by David and award-winning songwriter Cindy Morgan, expresses Christ's loving acceptance of the broken, while "Arms Open Wide," a cut written by Rita Baloche [wife of Paul Baloche ("Above All," "Open the Eyes of My Heart")], praises the Savior for coming to redeem us. From the story of God's loving care as He shapes our lives and the universe in "Virtuoso" to the promise that "God Will Take Care Of You" and the tender ballad "Love Goes On," Revelation paints a portrait of who God really is, all superbly communicated through the expressive artistry of one of Christian music's finest vocalists.
Producers Regie Hamm (Bob Carlisle, Jaci Velasquez, Clay Crosse) and Chris Harris (Avalon, Anointed, Allen Asbury) had the task of guiding David's musical vision and wide tastes into the cohesive and compelling Revelation. The album's title cut is a dramatic, rock opera-styled song that provides a centerpiece, both musically and vocally, for David's talent. "I'm thrilled about this song, because it's a piece that I've spent a lot of time and effort to write," David says of "Revelation." "It represents so much of what I love about music." The song, which tells the story of a man much like David on the morning of Christ's return, reveals David's imaginative story-telling ability, and combines a myriad of his favorite influences, from rock to classical to "Bohemian Rhapsody."
David is making sure that his kids have the same musical opportunities he had by taking them on the road with him and Lori to his concerts. Lori homeschools their two daughters—eight-year-old Callie and six-year-old Maggie Beth—both at home and on tour in order to let them and three-year-old Grant spend more time with Dad. The couple are preparing for the arrival of a fourth little one, due to arrive just in time for the release of Revelation.
For an artist who makes nearly 150 concert appearances every year, the decision to educate their kids themselves was the only right one for them. "I'm gone pretty much every weekend, so I would never get to see my children!" says David. "Homeschooling allows us to pick up and go when we need to, and as a result, our kids have been able to see some wonderful things around the country."
And though one of the things his kids often see are the thousands of people who flock to hear him sing, David is careful to remind them that the walk of Christian faith, even when it's lived out before a national audience, is one of humble obedience. In the regal ballad "Live Like a King," written by Bob Halligan, Jr. (Kathy Mattea, Michael Bolton, Rebecca St. James), David beautifully conveys the paradox that marked Christ's reign here on earth, and that he hopes will always prove to be the example for his own life:
My thirst for the things of this earth, isn't quenched by diamonds or pearls/One man lived the life I want—He's the One they said ruled the world/Though He only wore a crown of thorns, and He never owned a thing…I want to live like a King!
Those words also reveal the purpose behind the tremendous talent God has placed in David's own life. Despite being given such great ability and opportunity, David Phelps is a man who will forever invest that gift in honor of its Giver.
Pop vocalist and songwriter David Phelps has been given such a talent. Credited by many as having one of today's most spectacular voices, David has seen countless thousands rise to their feet for his inspiring, powerhouse performances. His audiences have included George W. Bush, massive crowds at Billy Graham Crusades, and millions of "ABC News" viewers, and his voice has brought him multiple Grammy and Dove awards. And with the release of his new solo debut for Word Records, Revelation, Phelps is poised to reach an even greater audience of fans around the globe. Yet amid all the acclaim, David has a special person in his life who reminds him to always honor the One who gave that talent to him.
His wife of eleven years, Lori, helps David balance his dual roles as acclaimed vocalist and down-to-earth husband and father of three (soon to be four). "Most of us don't get the chance to have even one standing ovation or round of applause in our lives, so working on a stage of any kind can give you a really unrealistic view of life if you're not careful," David reveals. "In her own loving way, Lori won't let me live in that place of applause, and I'm very thankful for that."
Though not a musician herself, Lori has walked with David all along the long, challenging road as he has pursued his calling to music. Hailing originally from the Houston area, the couple met at Texas' Baylor University over a decade ago, where Phelps earned a degree in line with his passion—music.
Recognized from an early age for his unusual talent, David knew from the beginning that he wanted to perform music for the glory of God. Not everyone understood his commitment to faith, however. "I had several teachers who felt that I should be singing opera, or performing somewhere on Broadway," he recalls. "In college particularly, I had a teacher who kept pushing me strongly toward classical music, but when she finally accepted that Christian music was what God was calling me to do, that became the turning point for me."
From there, as a teenager, David went on become the winner of the 1988 Seminar In the Rockies held in Estes Park, Colorado, the youngest winner of the contest at that time. He then continued his career after graduation with a stint as Artist In Residence for First Baptist Church in Hurst, Texas. Though for a time it appeared that family commitments might prevent David from realizing his dream, he and Lori packed their bags for Nashville, Tennessee, in 1996 with the hope of landing a record deal for David.
Once again, however, he faced a challenge. After six heartbreaking months, David had not found an opportunity, and since he had given up his job back in Texas, the young couple was running out of funds. While visiting his family one weekend back in Texas, David told them, "We really feel like God was calling us to Nashville, but it's just not happening." Instantly, his family gathered around David and Lori and began to pray for a miracle.
A miracle is what God had in mind. The very next day, back in Nashville, David met with executives from Word Records and found out about an opportunity with best-selling vocal foursome Gaither Vocal Band. Two weeks later, he officially joined the group that has brought him four Dove Awards, two Grammy Awards, and over 13 gold and 15 platinum-selling projects.
Throughout the phenomenal success he has experienced with Gaither Vocal Band, David has cherished the dream of releasing a solo album expressing his own style and songcrafting. With the release of Revelation, David has finally fully realized the calling he first felt so many years before.
Featuring songs primarily written or co-written by Phelps, Revelation is a showcase for the impressive vocal and musical training that have shaped Phelps as a performer, swirled into a beautiful sonic blend that reflects the best of 21st century pop. From dramatic ballads to R&B-influenced groove and rock-tinged, energetic pop, Revelation reveals the musical passion and substantive message behind this exceptional singer/songwriter.
"The foundation of this album lies in knowing who Christ really is," explains David. "There's a line at the beginning of the song 'Break Free' that sums it up well—'Forget what you've heard about Jesus, if it doesn't begin and end with love.'
"As a culture, both churched and unchurched, we carry around so many ideas of who Jesus is that are not true," David continues. "We relate Christ to the idea of being judged or compared against an impossible standard. I want people to hear about a God who isn't standing there with His finger in their faces, but is simply there with His arms open wide saying, 'I just want to know you. Come to me, and I'll help you through this journey.'"
Every song on Revelation reveals God's mercy and compassion for His people. "Just As I Am," penned by David and award-winning songwriter Cindy Morgan, expresses Christ's loving acceptance of the broken, while "Arms Open Wide," a cut written by Rita Baloche [wife of Paul Baloche ("Above All," "Open the Eyes of My Heart")], praises the Savior for coming to redeem us. From the story of God's loving care as He shapes our lives and the universe in "Virtuoso" to the promise that "God Will Take Care Of You" and the tender ballad "Love Goes On," Revelation paints a portrait of who God really is, all superbly communicated through the expressive artistry of one of Christian music's finest vocalists.
Producers Regie Hamm (Bob Carlisle, Jaci Velasquez, Clay Crosse) and Chris Harris (Avalon, Anointed, Allen Asbury) had the task of guiding David's musical vision and wide tastes into the cohesive and compelling Revelation. The album's title cut is a dramatic, rock opera-styled song that provides a centerpiece, both musically and vocally, for David's talent. "I'm thrilled about this song, because it's a piece that I've spent a lot of time and effort to write," David says of "Revelation." "It represents so much of what I love about music." The song, which tells the story of a man much like David on the morning of Christ's return, reveals David's imaginative story-telling ability, and combines a myriad of his favorite influences, from rock to classical to "Bohemian Rhapsody."
David is making sure that his kids have the same musical opportunities he had by taking them on the road with him and Lori to his concerts. Lori homeschools their two daughters—eight-year-old Callie and six-year-old Maggie Beth—both at home and on tour in order to let them and three-year-old Grant spend more time with Dad. The couple are preparing for the arrival of a fourth little one, due to arrive just in time for the release of Revelation.
For an artist who makes nearly 150 concert appearances every year, the decision to educate their kids themselves was the only right one for them. "I'm gone pretty much every weekend, so I would never get to see my children!" says David. "Homeschooling allows us to pick up and go when we need to, and as a result, our kids have been able to see some wonderful things around the country."
And though one of the things his kids often see are the thousands of people who flock to hear him sing, David is careful to remind them that the walk of Christian faith, even when it's lived out before a national audience, is one of humble obedience. In the regal ballad "Live Like a King," written by Bob Halligan, Jr. (Kathy Mattea, Michael Bolton, Rebecca St. James), David beautifully conveys the paradox that marked Christ's reign here on earth, and that he hopes will always prove to be the example for his own life:
My thirst for the things of this earth, isn't quenched by diamonds or pearls/One man lived the life I want—He's the One they said ruled the world/Though He only wore a crown of thorns, and He never owned a thing…I want to live like a King!
Those words also reveal the purpose behind the tremendous talent God has placed in David's own life. Despite being given such great ability and opportunity, David Phelps is a man who will forever invest that gift in honor of its Giver.
Goodbye World Goodbye
David Phelps Lyrics
We have lyrics for 'Goodbye World Goodbye' by these artists:
Bill & Gloria Gaither Along about round-up time, in Texas way out West I…
Bill and Gloria Gaither with their Homecoming Friends Along about round-up time, in Texas way out West I…
Bobby and Jonathan Smith Band Baby, go down to the drugstore Buy me a guitar string Be…
The Cathedrals I passed the plate said keep the change I gave it…
We have lyrics for these tracks by David Phelps:
17 End of the Beginning I was takin' a trip on a plane the other…
Agnus Dei Agnus dei Qui tollis peccata mundi Miserere nobis Miserere n…
Amazing grace Amazing grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like…
Angel Band My latest sun is sinking fast My race is nearly run My…
Arms Open Wide From another world Out of the heavens, into the earth Came a…
As The Deer As the deer pantenth for the water So my soul longeth…
Ave Maria Ave Maria Gratia plena Maria Gratia plena Maria Grati…
Away In A Manger with Sleep Little Baby Away in a manger, no crib for a bed The little…
Battle Hymn Of The Republic Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of…
Behold the Lamb Behold the Lamb Behold the Lamb Slain from the foundation of…
Blue Christmas I'll have a blue Christmas without you I'll be so blue…
Break Free Forget what you've heard about Jesus If it doesn't begin and…
Bring Him Home God on high Here my pray In my need You have always been…
Do We Hear God Speak Tears fall, do we heed the call? When we lift a…
Do You Hear What I Hear? Said the night wind to the little lamb, "Do you see…
Don't Save It All For Christmas Day Yeah Don't get so busy that you miss Giving just a littl…
End Of The Beginning I was takin' a trip on a plane the other…
End of the Line I don't know where this road is going I've never been…
Fly Again Words & music by David Phelps His trembling hands held th…
Freedom Song Words & music by Benjamin Gaither and Marshall Hall Stop…
Gentle Savior Where are the signs? Which way should I go? I planned…
God Is Good All the Time God is good, yes He is He's good all the time God…
God Will Take Care Of You You don't say a word, but I know you're so…
Goin' Home Goin′ home, goin' home, I′m a goin' home Quiet like, some…
Hallelujah Hallelujah, hallelujah Hallelujah, hallelujah We're here t…
Hark The Herald! The sun went down like any other day But unaware, the…
He The gates and doors were barred and all the windows…
Heart Of Hearts I used to think I could live without You But I…
Heaven Only Knows You aint Daddy's little girl anymore Isn't that a crying sha…
Holy O Holy Night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the…
I Cry You Care Verse 1 Lonely, lost and so afraid. But you are only just…
I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old familiar caro…
I Just Call You Mine I pinch myself sometimes To make sure I'm not in a dream Tha…
I Want To Know What Love Is I gotta take a little time, A little time to think…
I'll Fly Away Some glad morning when this life is over I′ll fly away To…
I'm Coming Home Just an ordinary day in Heaven, lookin' down the Streets…
I'm Free So long, I searched for life's meaning Enslaved by the world…
I'm On My Way Come take my hand and follow me. I'm on my way…
If Everyone Believed It was 1983 On a snowy Christmas Eve With my family And the…
If That Isn't Love It's the only thing worth life and death It's the first…
It Is Well When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows lik…
Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Oh what a wonderful Child Jesus, Jesus, so low…
Jesus What A Wonderful Child Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Oh what a wonderful Child. Jesus, Jesu…
Joy Like a drama unfolding, the curtain was opening An audience …
Joy To The World Joy to the world the Lord is come Let earth receive…
Joyful Joyful Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of…
Just As I Am Dear Lord, I'm on my knees again I come to you…
Legacy of Love He was the kind of man that good men talk…
Let Freedom Ring Deep within the heart has always known that there was…
Let The Glory Come Down Words & music by Suzanne Jennings, Benjamin Gaither & Marsh…
Life Is a Church Watching the surf cover up my toes Breathing the salt air…
Little White Church Everybody in their sunday best Took at least an hour just…
Live Like a King My thirst for the things of this earth Isn't quenched by…
Long Time Coming Y'all mind, I'd like to talk to y'all this evening Ante…
Love Goes On A shooting star tumbles down It's flame cannot endure A scar…
Manger Medley Away in a manger no crib for a bed The little…
Mary Mary, did you know that your baby boy Will one day…
Miles And Miles Away You tried to run so that no one could desert…
Moonlight Holding you in the moonlight, I barely breathe, but I dare…
Morning Has Broken / Morning Chorus Morning has broken like the first morning Blackbird has spok…
My Child Is Coming Home Just an ordinary day in Heaven, lookin' down the Streets…
Nessun Dorma Nessun dorma, nessun dorma Tu pure, oh Principessa Nella tua…
No Greater Love No greater love could a man show than this That he…
No More Night The timeless theme, Earth and Heaven will pass away It's not…
O Come O come, o come Emmanuel And ramsom captive Israel That mourn…
O Holy Night O Holy Night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the…
O Little Town Of Bethlehem O little town of Bethlehem How still we see thee lie Above…
O Mio Babbino Caro O mio babbino caro, mi piace è bello, bello; vo'andare in Po…
One King In the beginning there was the Word Pure love was spoken…
Panis Angelicus Panis angelicus Fit panis hominum Dat panis cœlicus Figuris …
Perdoname Dios God in Heaven hear my prayer For the suffering here below Of…
Perdóname Dios God in Heaven, hear my prayer For the suffering here below O…
Power No mountains ever moved one inch at my command No waters…
Revelation The last thing that I remember I think it was mid…
Révélation The last thing that I remember I think it was mid-December I…
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town I just came back from a trip along the Milky…
Santa Claus Tonight Kings and shepherds make their way Straight to where a baby…
Santa Clause Tonight I've been thinking 'bout this Christmas And those gifts ben…
Satisfaction You know it ain't about the money Or the power Or the…
Someone Who Cares There is someone who cares Oh there's someone who dares To…
Something I used to ride my bike down the street three…
Something Beautiful Something beautiful, something good All of my confusion. He …
Something's Gotta Change I used to ride my bike down the street three…
That It's the only thing worth life and death It's the first…
The Dream In a dream I was transported By the spirit to the…
The End Of The Beginning I was takin' a trip on a plane the other…
The Lifeboat The Lifeboat – David Phelps 3: 43 (Traditional, arranged by …
The Lily Life is but a vapor and before we know it's…
The Love Of God The love of God has been extended To a fallen race Through…
The Name Lives On Heavenly Father We heard Your precious name It stands to re…
The Wind And The Waves All you had to do was raise your hand, speak the…
There Is a Fountain Filled With Blood There is a fountain filled with blood Drawn from Immanuel's …
TONIGHT Kings and shepherds make their way Straight to where a baby…
Unchained Melody Oh my love, my darling I've hungered for your touch A long…
Virtuoso A handful of dust, a worthless piece of clay And you…
Virtuoso - A handful of dust, a worthless piece of clay And you…
Visions of God She gently falls asleep Her head is laid upon my lap The…
What a Wonderful World I see trees of green, red roses too I watch them…
When I Survey The Wondrous Cross When I survey the wondrous cross On which the Prince of…
With Heart & Soul When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows li…
With His Love Who am I that the song of God would shine…
You Can Dream Words by Gloria Gaither Music by David Phelps She tossed…
You'll Never Walk Alone When you walk through a storm Hold your head up high And…
Your Love Sometimes when I'm weary All I have for strength is You And…
Your Time Will Come Life is but a vapor and before we know it′s…
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David Phelps
I was arranging songs for Hymnal in my studio on our farm in Tennessee when I heard a knock at the door. It was none other than the famous Mosie Lister. Mosie was a prolific songwriter for decades, even writing for Elvis and others along his incredible journey. He told me he was out for a drive and wanted see the studio and hear what I was working on. So we sat down and talked and listened. He was so gracious that I finally got the courage to talk about an idea I had for his great tune, Goodbye World, Goodbye. The idea actually came to me on tour in the bus. The lyrics were not only incredibly meaningful but coupled with his soaring melody, they really were in a style that reminded me of Sinatra or Tony Bennet. I was amazed how the upbeat tune fit so nicely into the crooner style. He had a huge smile on his face as he wholeheartedly approved. I’m honored to put my interpretation on this timeless classic and sing out the hope of Heaven!
~DP
SID
Magnificent arrangement & performance David.
It’s got that eerie blues sound but it works so well. Marvellous!
Mc Brian Leonardo Jaramillo
Good morning, if someone who has the karaoke of this song please, I would like to sing it for my English test. I'm from Peru, thank you very much
Perri Parker
WoW just WoW!!
Carmela Charles
Hi Sir David is it ok if i can use your minus one to cover your song "No More Night"?
Cheri Wilson
Oh, I especially love knowing the background of how a song came about. What a truly, truly special time for you and him! You know it is always a God thing when things like this all come together! Wow, so special! Thank you for sharing this with us!!
ThyMasterToo
David could sing anything and make it a classic! King of making a song his own, thank you for sharing another amazing song!!
ThyMasterToo
Is it even possible to listen to David sing and NOT get chills running down your neck, arms and spine?
danw2702
Nope
Ron and Debra Brown
No!