The group was a Memphis, Tennessee based Christian rock group that started professionally in 1977 as "The Christian Band" before changing moniker. The primary members were keyboardist Eddie DeGarmo and guitarist Dana Key.
Key handled most lead vocals with gruff voiced DeGarmo occasionally taking a turn at the mic as on "Livin' on the Edge of Dyin'" from their second release, 1979's STRAIGHT ON. Other members over the years have included John Hampton, David Spain, Max Richardson, Terry Moxley, Joe Hardy and Ken Porter in the 70s. The 80s saw Tommy Cathey on bass, Greg Morrow on drums as well as Tony Pilcher on rhythm and second lead guitar. Membership has also included Kevin Rodell (drums), Chuck Reynolds (drums), Steve Taylor (guitar) (not Steven Roland Taylor) and Mark Pogue (guitar).
The band was nominated for seven Grammies and five Dove Awards during its over two decade tenure before dissolving in 1995. The group's final show was in 2008 at Illinois' Cornerstone Festival. Key passed away on June 6, 2010.
Matter Of Time
DeGarmo & Key Lyrics
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If you don't believe
A word that I say
If God isn't real
Why does it seem
That you are afraid?
What reason would I have to lie
I just wanna give to you
The love that He has put
Down deep inside
If you need a miracle
If you need a sign
Look and see how He's changed my life
I know someday you'll change your mind
(Chorus)
It's a matter of time
A matter of time
Matter of time
It's a matter of time
'Till you plainly see that His words are true
It's a matter of time
What do you have that you can't lose
You can take a chance and wait
You can have a heart of steel
You can tell Him face to face
That you know that God cannot be real
(repeat chorus)
The song "Matter Of Time" by DeGarmo & Key speaks about the belief in God and the struggles of conveying that belief to others who are skeptical. The lyrics inquire why someone would run away if they do not believe what is being said, and questions whether they are afraid of the possibility of it being true. The singer urges the listener to take the time to think it over and consider the possibility that what they are being told is true, reminding them that there is no reason for him to lie about it.
The chorus reinforces this message, stating that it is only a matter of time until the listener sees for themselves that God's words are true. The song highlights the power of personal experience and transformation as evidence of God's presence and encourages the listener to take a chance and see what happens. Additionally, the song is a reminder that even with a heart of steel, someday, the listener may end up changing their mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do you run?
Why do you avoid me and refuse to listen to me?
If you don't believe
If you have no faith in me
A word that I say
A single thing I tell you
If God isn't real
If the existence of God is not evident
Why does it seem
Then why do you appear
That you are afraid?
To exhibit fear towards something that doesn't exist
Take the time to think it out
Spend time trying to understand the truth
What reason would I have to lie
I have no motive to deceive you
I just wanna give to you
I simply want to share with you
The love that He has put
The affection that God has instilled
Down deep inside
Deep within your heart
If you need a miracle
If you require a miracle to believe
If you need a sign
If you need a sign to prove
Look and see how He's changed my life
Witness how God has altered my life
I know someday you'll change your mind
I am confident you will alter your view
It's a matter of time
It is just a question of time
A matter of time
Simply an issue of time
Till you plainly see that His words are true
Until you clearly comprehend that His declarations are factual
What do you have that you can't lose
What do you possess that is too valuable to relinquish
You can take a chance and wait
You can choose to wait and take a risk
You can have a heart of steel
You can possess a heart of unfeeling metal
You can tell Him face to face
You can openly address Him
That you know that God cannot be real
That you are certain God is not genuine
Contributed by Ruby S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.