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.
Holy
David Phelps Lyrics
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It is the night of the dear Saviour's birth.
Long lay the world in sin and error pining.
Till He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth.
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices,
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.
Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices!
O night divine, the night when Christ was born;
O night, O Holy Night , O night divine!
Led by the light of faith serenely beaming,
With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand.
O'er the world a star is sweetly gleaming,
Now come the wisemen from out of the Orient land.
The King of kings lay thus lowly manger;
In all our trials born to be our friends.
He knows our need, our weakness is no stranger,
Behold your King! Before him lowly bend!
Behold your King! Before him lowly bend!
Truly He taught us to love one another,
His law is love and His gospel is peace.
Chains he shall break, for the slave is our brother.
And in his name all oppression shall cease.
Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we,
With all our hearts we praise His holy name.
Christ is the Lord! Then ever, ever praise we,
His power and glory ever more proclaim!
His power and glory ever more proclaim!
The lyrics to David Phelps’s song “O Holy Night” relays the story of Jesus Christ’s birth and the hope that He brought to the world through His coming. The song starts by painting a picture of the night Christ was born, describing the stars brightly shining and the thrill of hope that filled the weary world due to the Savior’s arrival. The lyrics continue by outlining the significance of His coming, how He was born to be our friend and to know our need. The chorus emphasizes the importance of this night, calling it a divine and holy night where Christ was born, leading the listeners to fall on their knees and hear the angel voices.
Moving on, the second verse discusses the arrival of the wise men from the Orient who followed a star to find the Savior. They, along with others, stand by His cradle with glowing hearts, admiring the King of kings who was born so humbly in a manger. The verse once again highlights the importance of the Savior’s coming, teaching us to love one another, bringing peace, and breaking the chains of slavery.
Lastly, the final verse encourages the listeners to raise their voices in sweet hymns of joy and gratefulness, praising the Holy name of Christ. The lyrics remind the listeners that Christ is the Lord, and they should forever praise His power and glory.
Line by Line Meaning
O Holy Night! The stars are brightly shining,
The night is holy and the stars shine brightly as it is the birth of our beloved Savior.
It is the night of the dear Saviour's birth.
This holy night is the night when our dear Savior was born.
Long lay the world in sin and error pining.
The world had been in a state of sin and error for a long time and was yearning for redemption.
Till He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth.
The Savior appeared and the Spirit realized His value and worth.
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices,
The world rejoices with a great hope at the arrival of the Savior, in the midst of all its weariness.
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.
A new and glorious morning breaks forth with the arrival of the Savior.
Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices!
Hear the voices of angels and fall on your knees in awe and reverence.
O night divine, the night when Christ was born;
This holy night is divine, for it marks the birth of our Savior.
O night, O Holy Night , O night divine!
Oh, this holy night, this holy and divine night!
Led by the light of faith serenely beaming,
Guided by the light of faith that shines peacefully.
With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand.
With hearts full of love, we stand by the manger of our Savior.
O'er the world a star is sweetly gleaming,
A star shines sweetly over the world, signifying the birth of our Savior.
Now come the wisemen from out of the Orient land.
The wise men come from the Orient land to pay homage to the newborn King.
The King of kings lay thus lowly manger;
The King of kings is born in a humble manger.
In all our trials born to be our friends.
Our Savior is born to be our friend in all our trials and troubles.
He knows our need, our weakness is no stranger,
He knows our needs and weaknesses well and is acquainted with them.
Behold your King! Before him lowly bend!
Look upon your King and bow down humbly before Him.
Truly He taught us to love one another,
He taught us the true meaning of love and how to love each other selflessly.
His law is love and His gospel is peace.
His law is based on love and His teachings bring peace to our souls.
Chains he shall break, for the slave is our brother.
He shall break the chains that enslave us, for we are all brothers.
And in his name all oppression shall cease.
In His name, all forms of oppression and injustice shall come to an end.
Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we,
We sing sweet hymns of joy and gratitude in unison, praising our Savior.
With all our hearts we praise His holy name.
With all our hearts, we praise the holy name of our Savior.
Christ is the Lord! Then ever, ever praise we,
Christ is our Lord, and we should forever praise and worship Him.
His power and glory ever more proclaim!
Let us forever proclaim His power and glory with joy and reverence.
His power and glory ever more proclaim!
Let us forever proclaim His power and glory with joy and reverence.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: ADOLPHE ADAM
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@leonardomirandac
Santo (Sanctus)
Santo, santo, Tu és Santo
Santo, santo, Tu és Santo
O céu ea terra estão cheios de Sua Glória
Hossanna nas alturas, no mais alto
Hossanna, Tu és Santo
Hossanna na maior
Oh! Você é Santo, santo santo
O céu ea terra estão cheios de tua glória
Hossanna, na maior
Hossana nas alturas
Bendito o que vem em nome do Senhor
Bendito o que vem em nome do Senhor
Santo, santo, Tu és santo
Santo, santo, Tu és santo
O céu ea terra estão cheios de tua glória
Hossanna, na maior
Hossana nas alturas
@moisesflores3954
Holy, holy, You are Holy
Holy, holy, You are Holy
Heaven and earth are full of Your Glory
Hossanna in the highest, in the highest
Hossanna, You are Holy
Hossanna in the highest
Oh! You're Holy, holy holy
Heaven and earth are full of Your glory
Hossanna, in the highest
Hossana in the highest
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord
Holy, holy, you are Holy
Holy, holy, you are Holy
Heaven and earth are full of Your glory
Hossanna, in the highest
Hossana in the highest
@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676
Malachi 1:4
Whereas Edom saith, We are impoverished, but we will return and build the desolate places; thus saith the LORD of hosts, They shall build, but I will throw down; and they shall call them, The border of wickedness, and, The people against whom the LORD hath indignation for ever.
Matthew 11:23
And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted unto heaven, shalt be brought down to hell: for if the mighty works, which have been done in thee, had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day.
2 Peter 2:3
And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.
Hebrews 10:29
Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?
@jacquelinegarrett6052
This song is how I start each day now, worshiping God with David!
@emilylarimore127
Same here!
@Goggalor1990
Not only are his belted notes the best there is, his head voice/falsetto is almost tearjerkingly beautiful.
@davidscroggins7728
So many of his songs are breath taking, and he has such a way of moving me telling a story with his voice ! God is good !
@carolepotter3373
David has an unending voice. I can never stop listening to him.
@jacquelinegarrett6052
Carole Potter, neither can I!! Praise God!!
@ronaldwarner4603
David has blessed me every time I listen to him
@wdilbeck69
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@gsuttles1
Absolutely Amazing! To God be the Glory! Thank You Jesus for blessing us with beautiful anointed voices like this one!!!
@lisaoehlers7403
I love this! So unusual, no "cookie cutter, run-of-the-mill" music right here :-) Thank the LORD above for His gift of David Phelps and his dear family!