The group formed on December 25, 1970 with Randy Perry and his sisters Debbie and Libbi in Georgia. In the mid-80's, the group signed with former pianist for the Happy Goodman Family, Eddie Crook on his, then new, Morning Star Records label. Also during this time Libbi met and married Tracy Stuffle who would become the group's bass singer.
Eventually Debbie left the group to rear her family and the Perrys were joined by soprano singer Denise Helton. During this time the Perrys experienced enormous growth in their popularity with such songs as "I Remember The Day", "I'll Go On", "The Mountain", "He Knows How", "Get Involved", "This Is Just What Heaven Means To Me" (a remake of a classic Happy Goodman Family song) and "The Rock of Ages".
In the mid-90's, shortly after the release of the very popular "Grace" album, Randy Perry left the road to concentrate more on evangelistic work and Denise Helton would also leave the group to pursue other ventures. Nicole Watts and Barry Scott would come in to fill these spots. Barry Scott soon left the group and was replaced by Mike Bowling, a former member of the New Hinsons. In 1997, the group made a record label transition from their home of a dozen years, MorningStar Records, to Daywind records owned by Dottie Leonard Miller. They also signed an exclusive booking agreement with Harper and Associates. Their debut album on Daywind, "Crossings", included their first two #1 songs on the Singing News charts, "Not Even a Stone" and "By Faith I Can Touch Him Now."
Mike would also leave to join with the The Crabb Family and also pursue his own solo career; and Nicole Watts married and departed the group shortly after Mike's departure. David Hill joined the Perrys and held the lead position for approximately nine months. His only album with the group was, "Absolutely, Positively, Live!", which featured the #1 hit, "Praise God, It's Settled, I'm Saved." Loren Harris, formerly of the Wilburns, took the lead position shortly afterward. After Nicole's departure, this time marked a turning point for the Perrys.
Having always been a quartet consisting of two females and two males, the group was faced with a decision that many had been anticipating for some time. The group decided to not fill the position of Nicole Watts with another soprano but to turn that position over to a male- hence the hiring of baritone Curt Davis.The group has since became a 3 male, one female group and has gained very high status in the southern gospel community. After the departure of group pianist Dennis Horton in 2000, Adam Harman joined the group. Adam departed the group in 2002 to join the Dollywood based quartet, the Kingdom Heirs. It was during this time that the Perrys had their fourth #1 song, "I Rest My Case at the Cross" written by the great master songwriter Kyla Rowland. Justin Ellis, formerly of the Accords, took the pianist position and remained with the group until July of 2004. In August of 2003, Curt Davis resigned his baritone position with the Perrys. After the fill-in from the Perrys' producer Wayne Haun including National Quartet Convention 2003, the Perrys hired Joseph Habedank for the baritone position. Soon after Joseph Habedank joined the group, patriarch of the Perrys, George Perry, passed away in November of 2003. Though this was a time of testing for Libbi and all of the Perrys, they managed to keep on singing for God's kingdom. After the departure of Justin Ellis to perform with the Crabb Family, the Perrys hired Matthew Holt as the group's pianist in September of 2004 at the National Quartet Convention. It was around this time that the Perrys had their fifth and latest #1 song, "I Wish I Could Have Been There." Mr. Holt was hired as pianist approximately one day before the Perrys were awarded their first Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Mixed Quartet of the Year.
Fans and the Southern Gospel Music industry showed the Perrys support for their hard work by honoring them Singing News Fan Awards for the 2004, 2005, and 2006 Mixed Quartet Of The Year. The Perrys also received the Harmony Honors Awards for Favorite Album of the Year, This Is the Day, and for Favorite Song of the Year, I Wish I Could Have Been There written by Wayne Haun and Joel Lindsey. Libbi Perry Stuffle was awarded Singing News Fan Awards for the 2005 Female Vocalist and Alto Singer Of The Year and the 2006 Alto Singer of the Year. The Perrys were also awarded the Singing News Fan Award for Album of the Year in 2006 for their album Remembering the Happy Goodmans.
In August of 2006, the Perrys announced that longtime lead vocalist, Loren Harris, had resigned his position with the group in order to spend more time at home with his family. The decision was made by the Perrys to move Joseph Habedank to the vacant lead position and bring in Nick Trammell (son of legendary baritone Mark Trammell) to fill the baritone position. The first recording, entitled "Look No Further", under the new line-up was released in September 2007 at the National Quartet Convention. In addition to the release of the album, Nick Trammell received the Horizon Individual award by the Singing News Fans for 2007. Several months later in July 2008, Matthew Holt announced his departure from the group to pursue other interests. Bryan Elliott, formerly of the Anchormen and the Palmetto State Quartet, joined the Perrys as pianist in August 2008. His first concert with the group was August 8, 2008.
It was announced February 24 that Nick Trammell was departing as baritone singer. Former sound manager Troy Peach has been hired as Trammell's replacement.
It's Good And It's God
Perrys Lyrics
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Guess it took some time
To look so perfect and make me so proud
That the girl was mine
Never made a fuss, or even heard her cuss
Even when I thought she would
Made me angry 'cause she didn't get mad
When I really thought she should
Don't know why I'm feelin' this way
Thank God it's over
No more Friday nights
With the one I'll love forever
Who made everything all right
No more "hello darliin's"
When I come in from work
No more sayin' "I'm sorry"
When I acted like a jerk
Thank God it's over
I'm so happy that I wanna cry
Made me nervous when she drove my truck
But she never had a wreck
Spent too much money on her hair and shoes
But she never bounced a check
She's an awful lot to live up to
Don't know if anyone can
I only know I couldn't do it
But she made me a better man
Thank God it's over
No more Friday nights
With the one I'll love forever
Who made everything all right
No more "hello darlin"'s
When I come in from work
No more sayin' "I'm sorry"
When I acted like a jerk
Thank God it's over
I'm so happy that I wanna cry
cnd it makes wanna cry
These lyrics describe the singer's romantic relationship that has come to an end. The first verse highlights the admiration and pride the singer felt toward their partner. The line "Guess it took some time to look so perfect and make me so proud" suggests that the partner's appearance and behavior made them feel lucky to have her. The singer also notes that she was always punctual, suggesting that she valued and respected their time together.
The second verse explores the partner's calm nature and their ability to handle conflicts with maturity. The line "Even when I thought she would...she didn't get mad when I really thought she should" implies that the singer expected her to get angry in certain situations, but she surprised him with her non-confrontational attitude. The singer reflects on their confusion about their own feelings, stating "Don't know why I'm feeling this way," indicating a mix of emotions towards the breakup.
The chorus reveals the relief and happiness the singer feels now that the relationship is over. They express gratitude that they no longer have to endure Friday nights or feel the pressure of being with someone forever. The lack of endearments and apologies in the chorus, such as "hello darlin'" and "I'm sorry," symbolizes the end of their intimate connection and the freedom from having to apologize for their actions.
The final verse focuses on the partner's influence on the singer's personal growth. Despite some of her quirks or habits, the singer acknowledges that she pushed him to become a better person. The line "She's an awful lot to live up to... I only know I couldn't do it" reveals a sense of awe and admiration for her, recognizing that he couldn't fully match her qualities. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the singer's profound relief and happiness, so much so that it even makes them want to cry.
Overall, "Thank God it's over" is a bittersweet reflection on a past relationship, appreciating the good but also finding liberation and personal growth in its conclusion.
Line by Line Meaning
clways late for every date
She was consistently late for every date we had.
Guess it took some time
It took some time for me to realize the true nature of our relationship.
To look so perfect and make me so proud
Her perfect appearance made me proud to have her by my side.
That the girl was mine
I felt possessive and proud that she was my partner.
Never made a fuss, or even heard her cuss
She never caused any drama or used offensive language.
Even when I thought she would
Despite my expectations, she remained composed and calm.
Made me angry 'cause she didn't get mad
It angered me that she didn't show anger in return.
When I really thought she should
I believed there were valid reasons for her to get mad.
Don't know why I'm feelin' this way
I'm unsure why I'm experiencing these emotions.
Thank God it's over
I'm grateful that the relationship has ended.
No more Friday nights
We won't spend any more Friday nights together.
With the one I'll love forever
With the person I believed I would love eternally.
Who made everything all right
She had the ability to make everything feel alright.
No more "hello darliin's"
I won't hear her calling me 'darling' anymore.
When I come in from work
Upon my arrival from work, she won't greet me like before.
No more sayin' "I'm sorry"
She won't apologize anymore for my mistakes.
When I acted like a jerk
When I behaved poorly or insensitively.
I'm so happy that I wanna cry
I'm overwhelmed with happiness to the point where I want to cry.
Made me nervous when she drove my truck
I felt anxious when she drove my truck.
But she never had a wreck
Despite my worry, she never got into an accident.
Spent too much money on her hair and shoes
She had a tendency to overspend on her appearance.
But she never bounced a check
She always managed her finances responsibly and never had a bounced check.
She's an awful lot to live up to
She set high expectations that were difficult to match.
Don't know if anyone can
I'm uncertain if anyone can measure up to her standards.
I only know I couldn't do it
I'm aware that I couldn't meet those expectations.
But she made me a better man
Despite my shortcomings, she positively influenced my character.
And it makes wanna cry
The impact she had on me brings tears to my eyes.
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@dianebailey3697
Played this song at my husband’s funeral. He loved it and requested it. Thanks so much for the beautiful song
@joannamcpeak7531
That was a great song to choose!
@yennbruce5865
Beautiful. Wow thanks for using this talent for the Lord Jesus. Am bless
@hunterdowdle5204
I put my shoutin’ shoes on tonight. Praise God!
@jeffdavidsonmusic
He that endured to the end the same shall be SAVED ! It's not once saved always saved we have to endure to the end !
@jeffdavidsonmusic
Endureth
@cynthiaparris7549
Yes!!!! Praise GOD I IM SAVED. PRAISE BE TO JESUS HE SETTLED THAT ACCOUNT LONG AGO. GLORY TO HIS NAME ❤
@carashadd4268
Thank GOD AMEN!!!! This song Getz me stirred up man I can't explain it but just THANK GOD MY SOUL IS FLOODED and at this moment in time everything I have which isn't much I am so thankful for what I do I have I see sooo many people worse off I'm going to ask for a prayer form anyone reading this I'm going through hell right now but I see the beautiful light at the end of the tunnel I may fall but I get up and fight and PRAISE GOD !!!!
@sadieshelton8794
I love it , God can work many miracles , and more to come , how great is his grace ?
@amazingdavao
Nice presentation. I watching from Philippines