Born in San Antonio, Texas, Jessy sang and played his first song at the age of five. As a youngster he moved to Chicago, Illinois, where he was heard and discovered by James Cleveland, who was one of the first artists to sing and record Jessy Dixon's compositions, "God Can Do Anything But Fail," and "My God Can Make A Way."
The organizers of the Newport Jazz Festival invited him to perform his new song, "The Wicked Shall Cease Their Troubling," at New York's Radio City Music Hall in 1972. After the performance, Jessy and The Jessy Dixon Singers were requested to do four encores. Paul Simon, of Simon and Garfunkel, was in the audience and invited Jessy to share the stage with him as lead vocalist on TV's Saturday Night Live. Not only did they share that performance, Jessy soon found himself touring with Simon across the United States, France, Europe, Canada, Scandinavia, Israel, and Japan. Jessy's affiliation with Paul Simon lasted for eight years, during which time he recorded two albums, Live Rhymin (1974) and Still Crazy After All These Years (1975), both of which sold a million copies.
Paul Simon says of his eight-year singing comrade: "Jessy has a rare and joyous musical gift. I have loved gospel music and during the years I have been associated with Jessy my appreciation of the gospel has grown."
Songwriter and producer, Andrae Crouch also recognized the magnitude of Jessy's talent, and produced Jessy Dixon's classic recording, "It's All Right Now."
Many of Jessy's award-winning compositions have been sung and recorded by such artists as Amy Grant, Sandi Patty, Cher, Natalie Cole, Diana Ross, Danniebelle, Point Of Grace, Walter Hawkins, Randy Crawford, The Thompson Community Singers, James Cleveland, among others.
In 1993, Jessy Dixon composed "I Am Redeemed." It remained in the top ten gospel music charts for an unprecedented five years.
The years Jessy has spent writing, singing, and producing have enabled him to realize the abiding dream of demolishing the walls dividing cultural musical styles. A few years ago, Jessy found two allies who shared his dream. Bill and Gloria Gaither invited him to sing at a Homecoming video taping and provided him yet another opportunity to see his dream become a reality. "Christian music isn't just one style," says Bill Gaither, "It's a theology wrapped up in a lot of different styles..." Jessy has played an important role in the unifying quality of the Homecoming video series.
Jessy is now a favorite on the series, and has traveled all over the United States and abroad surprising gospel audiences with his stirring performances of "It's A Highway To Heaven," "Operator," "Leaving On My Mind," "Blood Bought Church," "The Wicked Shall Cease Their Troubling," "Lord Prepare Me To Be A Sanctuary," and "I Am Redeemed."
In addition to his current involvement with the Homecoming videos and concerts, his own concert schedule includes concerts both in America and abroad. He tours Europe four to six months each year, and performs the hit Broadway show, "Black Nativity" with The Jessy Dixon Theater Group. Jessy is also an ordained minister with Calvary Ministries International of Fort Wayne, Indiana.
The words printed in the International Herald Tribune summarize the Jessy Dixon experience: "No where else in the world will you find such a delightful, pure, and honest performance, ingeniously combining brilliant vocalizing and high energy excitement, as when you listen to Jessy Dixon. When your feet begin to tap with the beat, the desire to get up and dance becomes overwhelming, and maybe a tear comes to your eyes; that is when Jessy Dixon's performance has reached its pinnacle."
I'm so glad
Jessy Dixon Lyrics
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singing glory hallelujah
Jesus lifted me
solo
When I was in trouble (Jesus lifted me)3x
singing glory hallelujah Jesus lifted me
Am so glad Jesus lifted me
lifted me
solo
Satan held me bound (Jesus lifted me) 3x
singing glory hallelujah Jesus lifted me
Am so glad Jesus lifted me
singing gory hallelujah Jesus lifted me
The lyrics to Jessy Dixon's song, "I'm So Glad," express the joy that comes from being lifted up by Jesus. The repetition of the phrase "Jesus lifted me" throughout the song serves as a reminder of the transformative power of faith. The first verse describes the freedom that is experienced when one is lifted up by Jesus. The use of the word "glad" suggests a sense of liberation and happiness that comes from being saved. The soloist's voice amplifies this sentiment, as if they are shouting out their gratitude to the sky.
The second verse describes a previous state of bondage, where Satan held the singer captive. Through Jesus' intervention, the singer is released from this grasp and able to sing praises in response. The repetition of "singing glory hallelujah" is a celebratory refrain that affirms the singer's connection to the divine. The song's upbeat tempo and energetic performance style suggest that this is a joyous occasion, and that the singer is eager to share their newfound faith with others.
Overall, the lyrics to "I'm So Glad" are a testament to the power of belief and the impact that spirituality can have on one's life. By emphasizing the transformative experience of being lifted up by Jesus, the song encourages listeners to find hope and solace in their own faith. The soloist's passionate delivery and the celebratory chorus serve as a reminder that salvation is a cause for rejoicing.
Line by Line Meaning
Am so glad Jesus lifted me
I am extremely happy that Jesus has saved me from my troubles
singing glory hallelujah Jesus lifted me
I am singing praises to Jesus for lifting me up
Jesus lifted me
Jesus has saved me from my problems
solo
This part of the song is sung by one person
When I was in trouble (Jesus lifted me)3x
When I was going through difficult times, Jesus saved me three times
Satan held me bound (Jesus lifted me) 3x
I was trapped by Satan, but Jesus saved me from his grasp three times
singing glory hallelujah Jesus lifted me
I am singing praises to Jesus for lifting me up
Contributed by Allison C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@rajatharyanvi5840
1 I’m so glad Jesus lifted me.
I’m so glad Jesus lifted me.
I’m so glad Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
2 Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me.
Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me.
Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
3 When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me.
When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me.
When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
4 When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me.
When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me.
When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
@rajatharyanvi5840
1 I’m so glad Jesus lifted me.
I’m so glad Jesus lifted me.
I’m so glad Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
2 Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me.
Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me.
Satan had me bound; Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
3 When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me.
When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me.
When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
4 When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me.
When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me.
When I was a sinner, Jesus lifted me,
singin' Glory, Hallelujah, Jesus lifted me!
@Romans-8-28
Jesus Lifted Me!! Amen!!
@conniemcmillian7010
Jessy Dixon was one of the most anointed gospel artists of all time
@nanat.t3102
Heaven is so wonderful we will be singing shouting and rejoicing ...can’t count how many times I’ve put this song on repeat
@nanat.t3102
Who is with me 2021 despite everything the trials depression God is still lifting us up ...
@cojclummawbahacjci3017
Joy of salvation always over the top🤗
@victorjeffers1993
A person can be down an feeling low an listen to gospel music an jus get a uplifting feeling an feel an ease come to them !
@jamieevans4816
I love seeing Jessy and Alicia sing together, they are a great duet team. Alicia is one of my favorite singers.
@beverleybernard4635
Thank you lord for lifted me
@elizabethwilliams3364
Right now he is a Angel in heaven singing to the Lord.