A native of Danville, Kentucky[1], Harris started playing the piano by age 9. His first formal vocal training came when he attended college at Western Kentucky University, from which he graduated in 1969. He later became a part of the popular Gospel touring group "The Spurlows." He gained fame with both his solo work, and his work as part of the Gaither Vocal Band, headed by Gospel musician and recording executive Bill Gaither.
His many live and televised appearances include Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, The 700 Club, several Billy Graham crusades, the Trinity Broadcasting Network, numerous Gaither Homecoming shows, and his own Christmas special. In his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, Harris has made many appearances on the WHAS Crusade for Children, a long-running local telethon benefitting children's charities.
Of his many chart-topping songs, perhaps his best-known are his duets with Sandi Patty called, "More than Wonderful" and "I've Just Seen Jesus." His song, "Mighty Spirit" was featured in a 1993 television campaign for the Points of Light Foundation, headed by President George H. W. Bush; he performed the song for Bush and his wife Barbara at the White House.
Harris has received an honorary doctorate of music from Campbellsville University in central Kentucky. He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Hall of Distinguished Alumni in 1993.
Harris, his wife Cynthia, and children Lonnie and Teresa have lived in Louisville for more than three decades. Despite his schedule, Harris serves as a deacon in his home church, and previously served as its treasurer. Harris is well-known within the Gospel music industry for his reluctance to schedule performances that take him away from his family for any length of time.
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In It After All
Larnelle Harris Lyrics
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Larnelle Harris
So You were in it after all
All of those moments I spent crying
And something inside of me was dying
I didn't know that you heard me each time I call
You had a reason for those trials
It seemed I got stronger every mile
We're always ready Lord to take the glory
But we're seldom willing to endure the pain
You were with me when the sun was shining
And You were still beside me when it rained
So You were in it after all
Taking the blows that I can get
Mending the wounds that needed mending
I didn't know that you heard me each time I call
I guess its easy now to see
I don't how I could have missed it
Jesus, but you were in it after all
(Now I know You were after all)
The song "In It After All" by Larnelle Harris speaks about how God was present during times of pain and helped the singer to overcome the trials he was struggling with. The song begins by acknowledging that there were moments in the singer's life when he was crying and felt like something inside of him was dying. The lyrics suggest that during these moments, he didn't realize that God had been hearing his cries for help all along. The trials he faced had a purpose, which was to help him grow stronger.
As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal that even though the singer wanted the glory during the good times, he wasn't always willing to endure the pain that sometimes comes with facing difficult situations. The singer acknowledges God's presence in his life, even when the sun was shining, and when it rained. In the end, the singer realizes that God was in control all along and helped him to heal and overcome the struggles he faced.
Line by Line Meaning
So You were in it after all
The singer realizes that God was present and actively involved in their struggles and challenges.
All of those moments I spent crying
The singer went through difficult times that led to a lot of tears.
And something inside of me was dying
The singer felt like a part of them was slowly fading away due to their hardships.
I didn't know that you heard me each time I call
The artist was not aware that God was listening to them every time they prayed or cried out.
You had a reason for those trials
The artist believes that God had a purpose for allowing them to face their trials.
It seemed I got stronger every mile
The singer feels like they became stronger and more resilient as they continue to navigate through their difficult journey.
We're always ready Lord to take the glory
The singer acknowledges that people are quick to give God praise and thanks in good times but forget to do so during hard times.
But we're seldom willing to endure the pain
The artist observes that people are not usually willing to go through the difficult and painful moments to get to the good.
You were with me when the sun was shining
The artist acknowledges that God was present during their happy moments.
And You were still beside me when it rained
The artist acknowledges that God was still present during their hard times.
Taking the blows that I can get
The singer believes that God is willing to take the hits on their behalf.
Mending the wounds that needed mending
The artist believes that God is providing healing and restoration to their brokenness and hurts.
I guess its easy now to see
The singer now understands and sees God's involvement in their situation more clearly.
I don't how I could have missed it
The singer wonders how they were not able to see God's handiwork in their life earlier.
Jesus, but you were in it after all
The singer acknowledges that Jesus was present in their life and helped them through their struggles.
Writer(s): Thomas Dawn
Contributed by Nora H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@riccarter4672
Recently went through cancer. In the darkness of the disease I often thought I was in this alone, though I had many wonderful people praying me through this. It is still a difficult thing to handle by ones self. Then I remembered this song from many years ago. It brought much hope and inspiration to know that God had this and what ever the outcome He is totally in control. I am cancer free upon writing this and God recieves all the glory.
@ameliaq.7481
Amen!
@mattprell6070
Being an addict in recovery,this song means alot.. THANKYOU JESUS ❤️
@theresajames5880
I love this song over 20 years ago I Cried while listening to this song I went through some childhood trauma.
@jamesdavis7857
I never tire of this song, even after four decades. Thanks so much for posting it.
@platinumbranch2056
Beautiful song and it means even more in hindsight when you truly see how God was IN IT AFTER ALL. Thanks for sharing! 🙌🏽❤🙌🏽❤🙌🏽
@jenniferjones2172
Every time I think I am loosing it all. I am reminded of what ALL He went through for me!
@Saybleu
My mom‘s friend wrote this song ….Dawn Thomas
@WeWrite60
Yes