Rebecca was born in Sydney, Australia, to David and Helen Smallbone. She is the oldest of seven children, and currently lives in Los Angeles with Jacob. Rebecca took the name St. James from her grandmother, as it was her maiden name. Her album ‘’God’’ was certified Gold by the RIAA in 1995. Also, ‘’Pray ‘’ was certified Gold by the RIAA on the last week of September 1999.
Rebecca's musical career began in 1990 at age 13 when she began opening shows for CCM (Christian Contemporary Music) artist Carman during his Australian tour which was promoted by her father's company, David Smallbone Promotions. That same year she recorded her first album, Refresh My Heart. In 1991 she moved to the United States upon signing with ForeFront Records, and took her stage name at the label's request.
In 1999 Rebecca received a Grammy Award for her album ''Pray'' in the Best Rock Gospel Album category. Rebecca is the eighth Australian artist or group to win a Grammy Award.
In 2003 she played the part of Maggie (Mary Magdalene) in the !HERO rock opera.
Rebecca is an open supporter of teenage sexual abstinence, and has become an unofficial spokesperson for True Love Waits. The single "Wait for Me", from her 2000 album Transform, encourages waiting to have sex until after marriage. Later that year it also became the title and focus of a 46-city tour. James wrote the song herself on a tour bus, and it became instantly popular. The song was also used on the TV program The O.C. Rebecca's first book, titled Wait for Me: Rediscovering the Joy of Purity in Romance, was published in 2002 and further addressed the issue.
In November of 2005, Rebecca released her highly anticipated album If I Had One Chance To Tell You Something. After not putting out a new pop/rock album since 2000, this album combines Rebecca's overall versatility in vocal and song writing to the finest degree.
Rebecca sang a song on the 2005 soundtrack, Music Inspired by the Chronicles of Narnia called "Lion" for which she won a Dove Award.
A Special Edition of If I Had One Chance To Tell You Something was released in November 2006 and included two acoustic tracks and other special features.
In 2007. Rebecca released her live CD\DVD aLIVE In Florida featuring some of her No. 1 hits as well as fan favorites.
In 2008, two compilation albums, The Ultimate Collection (Double Disc) and Greatest Hits featuring some of her biggest hits were released. The same year she also released a new book called Pure: A 90-Day Devotional for the Mind, Body, & Spirit which broke into Top 10 at #9 on the CBA bestseller's list in Feb 2009. Pure is also nominated among the Top 3 books of 2009 for the youth/teen market.
The September 09' release of Loved, (Hachette/Faithwords) and the fall national film release of Sarah’s Choice capped 2009 as one of Rebecca’s most creatively diverse years.
OK
Rebecca St. James Lyrics
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Inwardly, I
See your smile
And I reach for, I reach for it
'Cause I know it's all gonna be ok
Okay...
That is why I always say
It's all gonna be OK
I want to,
Cover you with presents
But my love is all I have
So take me, take me now
'Cause I know you'll not abandon me
You will complete what's begun in me
It's all gonna be okay, okay, OK
That is why I always say
It's all gonna be okay now
It's all gonna be OKBMI
As I,
Come closer now
Hold me
And wipe away my tears
Hold me...Oh
It's all gonna be okay, okay, OK
That is why I always say
It's OK
The lyrics of Rebecca St. James song OK present a message of comfort and reassurance to listeners who may be going through trying times. The singer expresses her belief that everything will work out despite the challenges one may be facing. Inwardly, she sees the smile of the person she is addressing, and that gives her hope. She reaches out for it as a symbol of the positive outcome she knows is coming.
The message of the song reassures that everything is going to be all right. Rebecca St. James then goes ahead to express her love and desire to provide presents for the person she is addressing. She reconciles, however, that her love for them is all she has to offer. She further affirms her belief that the person will not abandon her. Instead, they will complete what is yet to be accomplished in her life.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the message of reassurance. It's all going to be okay. The repetition of the phrase drives the message home and lets listeners know that no matter what they might be going through, they are not alone, and things will turn out all right.
Overall, Rebecca St. James’ “OK” is a message of hope and reassurance. The lyrics assure that no matter what one may be facing, they are not alone, and everything will work out.
Line by Line Meaning
Inwardly, I
Within my heart and soul
See your smile
I picture your smiling face
And I reach for, I reach for it
I strive to feel the love and comfort you provide
'Cause I know it's all gonna be ok
Because I have faith that everything will work out in the end
Okay...
I am reassured and comforted by this thought
It's all gonna be okay, okay, OK
I am reminded that everything will ultimately be alright
That is why I always say
I often voice this belief
I want to,
I desire to
Cover you with presents
Shower you with gifts
But my love is all I have
However, my love is the most valuable thing I can offer
So take me, take me now
I offer myself and my affection
'Cause I know you'll not abandon me
Because I trust that you will never leave my side
You will complete what's begun in me
You will help me achieve my full potential
As I,
While I
Come closer now
Draw near to me
Hold me
Embrace me
And wipe away my tears
Comfort me in my moments of sadness
It's all gonna be okay, okay, OK
Reassurance that the future is bright
That is why I always say
Why I continue to espouse this belief
It's OK
It's alright
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