Jesse has made many personal appearances and live performances on national television shows including, Showtime at the Apollo, Video Soul and Soul Train. During that time, in spite of being offered lucrative, secular recording contracts and opportunities to work with the hottest, most successful producers and executives, Jesse chose to give up the world and all it had to offer for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Since then, God has placed the mandate of Psalmodist (One who sings Hymns) on Jesse's life; thus, the birth of "Hymns from the Heart Vol. 1 CD," currently available via jessecampbell.com. As a result of his renewed commitment, he was a featured soloist on the soundtrack of Stephen Spielberg’s film, Prince of Egypt, the soundtrack of Bishop T.D. Jakes’ -The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord, The Potters House Choir first and third recordings, and several other discography listed recordings.
Since 1996, Jesse has been used by God to prepare Millions of hearts and congregations world-wide to receive the word of God from many great speakers such as: Joyce Meyer, Benny Hinn, Prophetess Juanita Bynum, Bishop T.D Jakes, Kenneth Ulmer, Bishop Noel Jones, Dr. Creflo Dollar and many others. In 2002, after residing in Los Angeles, California for three years, Jesse resumed his acting career. The year 2002 was an explosive year for Campbell affording him the opportunity to co-star in numerous theatrical productions such as, “The Marvin Gaye – Tammy Terrell Story,” written and directed by Michael Ajakwe Jr., “Big Ottis’ Jump Up Blues Review” by Ottis Sallid and “I’m only Human” by Jack Lightsy.
In 2006, after years of commitment and unwavering faithfulness to the call, God released Jesse to independently record and release his long awaited and anticipated inaugural Inspirational CD. Jesse believes that a CD to a recording artist is as a canvas to a painter. Thus, enabling the artist to freely depict who they are, what they believe and how they view life.
His music consist of a conglomeration of Gospel, Christian Contemporary Music, Worship, as well as songs that tell stories of his past and present Christian experiences, such as: dating, marriage and divorce with accompanying music tracks that would fit into any urban / popular radio station's rotation. Jesse is one of today's most gifted and greatly anointed singers, whose captivating vocals commands attention from the very first note. Although Jesse recognizes the mandate on his life is to minister to sleeping souls through song, his love and passion for music has enlarged his boundaries to share his gift with the world in other avenues such as jazz lounges, and other such venues. With Jesse's God given pure voice and heart, and by making the Lord the head of his life, he is predestined to bring and give God glory through his life.
A Song for You
Jesse Campbell Lyrics
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in my life and time
I've sung a lot of songs
I've made some bad rhymes
I've acted out my life
in stages
With 10000 people
watching
I'm singing this song
to you
I know your image of
me is what I hoped to be
I treated you unkindly
And darling can't
you see
There's no one more
important to me
Baby can't you see
through me
Cause we're alone now
and I'm singing this
song to you
You taught me precious
secrets
Of a true love
Withholding nothing
You came out in front
and I was hiding
Now I'm so much better
And if my words don't
come together
Listen to the melody
Cause my love is in
there hiding
I love you in a place
where there's no
space or time
I love you for my life
You' re search a
friend of mine
And when my life is over
Remember when we
were together
We were alone and
I was singing this
song to you
We were alone and
I was singing this
song to you
singing this
song to you
In "A Song for You," Jesse Campbell reflects on the experiences he has had throughout his life, both good and bad, and expresses his love for someone special. Despite performing for large crowds on stage, he now finds himself alone, singing directly to the person he cares for. He understands that their image of him may differ from reality and admits to treating them poorly in the past, expressing his regret. But he makes it clear that they are the most important person in his life and he loves them deeply.
The second verse reveals that this special person has taught him "precious secrets of a true love." He had been hiding from love before, but now he has become a better person because of them. He admits that his words may not always express his feelings perfectly, but the melody itself holds his love. He loves this person in a way that transcends time and space and sees them as a true friend. Campbell's hope is that when his life is over, this person will remember the special moments they shared and the love he expressed through this song.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been so many places
in my life and time
I have traveled to various places in my past.
I've sung a lot of songs
I've made some bad rhymes
I have composed many tunes, some which didn't come out too well.
I've acted out my life
in stages
With 10000 people
watching
Through my artistic career, I have performed my life's story publicly, with a crowd audience of 10,000 witnesses.
But we're alone now and
I'm singing this song
to you
Though at this moment, it's just you and me, I am expressing my sincere emotions through this lyrical composition.
I know your image of
me is what I hoped to be
I comprehend that you see the version of me that I've always desired to show you.
I treated you unkindly
And darling can't
you see
I mistreated you in the past, and it's hurting me now, can't you sense it?
There's no one more
important to me
Baby can't you see
through me
You're the most important person to me; I hope you can perceive that.
Cause we're alone now
and I'm singing this
song to you
As it's only you and me here, I am revealing my true feelings through this melody.
You taught me precious
secrets
Of a true love
Withholding nothing
You enlightened me on valuable elements of genuine love, and you supported me without any reservations.
You came out in front
and I was hiding
You were publicly open while I was timid and secretive.
Now I'm so much better
And if my words don't
come together
Listen to the melody
Cause my love is in
there hiding
I've learned so much from you to make me improved, but if I cannot articulate myself well, pay attention to the tune because my affection is concealed in there.
I love you in a place
where there's no
space or time
I have feelings for you in a dimension where neither space nor time restricts us.
I love you for my life
You' re such a
friend of mine
I love you for the rest of my existence because you have been an incredible friend of mine.
And when my life is over
Remember when we
were together
We were alone and
I was singing this
song to you
When I show no signs of life anymore, remember our moment when we were together, and it was just you and me, and I sang this ballad to you.
We were alone and
I was singing this
song to you
It was just the two of us, and I sang this one tune for you.
Writer(s): Leon Russell
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brandon Wu
I can't believe after 11 years this performance still touches my heart as it did back then. Timeless and pure, a perfect performance.
Just The Scents
I still get chills from hearing this. He should have won.
BRIAN
HotInEER, it wasn't God's will. He used to sing gospel.
✝️Havi Lavi✝️
@BRIAN TRue TRue 🥰
Mendel Davis
Yup. Totally got screwed over.
Subie Gate
Easily one of the best auditions I've ever heard.Sensational!!
Arenee Luckett
Amazing😍
Eduardo Medina
This isthe day that l heared a romantic song at my age of 67 l didnt hesred that song beforebut now is a fantastic andromantic song by areneeluckettthat is a goldenbuzzer and a pure ten coz its perfect song
bac fed
Saw Jesse Campbell today singing "Who Am I" at Faith Community Church. He is great. Was a blessing.
KennyV83
His entrance is so damn pure! Everything about it just perfect! The pitch, reverb, phrasing, too good