She has sold 20 million records worldwide. Simpson has a total of records sales in Australia of more than 426,000 copies and was ranked in the # 113 on the 1000 artists chart of ARIA Music Decade Charts (1980–2010). In 2009, Billboard named Simpson as the 95th overall best Artists of the Decade. Simpson also was ranked at number 86 on Billboard 200 Artists, solely based on album sales.
In addition to her career, Simpson has devoted time to philanthropic efforts including Operation Smile and a USO-hosted tour for troops stationed overseas.
Simpson has released five studio albums in her career: Sweet Kisses (1999), Irresistible (2001), In This Skin (2003), A Public Affair (2006) and Do You Know (2008), which sports her new country sound.
In addition, she has also released three EPs: This is the Remix (2002), Rejoyce: The Christmas Album (2004), and Happy Christmas (2010).
She is engaged to Eric Johnson, a former NFL player. Their daughter, Maxwell Drew Johnson, was born on May 1, 2012.
His Eye Is On The Sparrow
Jessica Simpson Lyrics
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Why should the shadows come?
Why should my heart be lonely
And long for Heaven and home?
When Jesus is my portion
My constant friend is he
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
[Chorus:]
I sing because I'm happy
I sing because I'm free
For his eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
"Let not your heart be troubled,"
His tender word I hear
And resting on his goodness
I lose my doubts and fears
Though by the path he leadeth
But one step I may see
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
[Chorus]
Whenever I am tempted
Whenever clouds arise
When song gives place to sighing
When hope within me dies
I draw the closer to him
From care he sets me free
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
[Chorus]
The song "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" by Jessica Simpson is a representation of faith and trust in God. The lyrics are a reminder that we should not let ourselves feel discouraged or lonely because Jesus is always with us, constantly watching over us just as he watches over the sparrows. The opening line "Why should I feel discouraged?" sets the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer expressing feelings of doubt and sadness. However, she finds comfort in the knowledge that Jesus is her constant friend and that he is always looking out for her.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, with the lyrics "I sing because I'm happy, I sing because I'm free, for his eye is on the sparrow, and I know he watches me." These lines convey a sense of gratitude and joy, as the singer recognizes that her happiness and freedom come from her faith in God, and that she is never alone.
The song also acknowledges that life can be difficult and that we may face challenges, but in those moments, we should draw closer to God and trust in his goodness. This is expressed in the line, "Whenever I am tempted, whenever clouds arise, when song gives place to sighing, when hope within me dies, I draw the closer to him, from care he sets me free."
Line by Line Meaning
Why should I feel discouraged?
I question why I should feel downhearted and disheartened.
Why should the shadows come?
Why should I be overwhelmed by darkness and hardships?
Why should my heart be lonely
And long for Heaven and home?
Why should I be left with a lonely heart that yearns for home and heavenly peace?
When Jesus is my portion
My constant friend is he
I am constantly accompanied by Jesus, who is my eternal companion.
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
God is watching over me with tender care, just like how he watches over the little sparrow.
I sing because I'm happy
I sing because I'm free
For his eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
I rejoice and sing because I am happy and free, and I know that God is watching over me with love and care.
"Let not your heart be troubled,"
His tender word I hear
I hear his comforting voice that reminds me not to fret or worry.
And resting on his goodness
I lose my doubts and fears
By resting on his goodness, I am able to dispel my doubts and tribulations.
Though by the path he leadeth
But one step I may see
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
Although I may not see the full path ahead, I know that God is guiding me with his watchful care.
Whenever I am tempted
Whenever clouds arise
When song gives place to sighing
When hope within me dies
Whenever I am tempted or affected by obstacles, doubts and despair cloud my mind, and my hopes weaken.
I draw the closer to him
From care he sets me free
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
I come closer to God, and by doing so, he liberates me from worry and fear, and I know he is still watching over me with love and protection.
[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the message that God is watching over me with tender care, and thus, I am free and joyous.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: C D Martin, Charles Hutchison Gabriel
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