Tribbett’s mother was choir director of El Bethel Church of Christ in Camden, New Jersey, and his dad was the pastor. Also, being a keyboard scholar at an early age, little Tye knew notes on the piano before learning the alphabet. During his teenage years, Tye played for various community choirs like Steve Middleton and the Tri-State Mass Choir of the Edwin Hawkins Music & Arts Seminar.
In 1996, what started as a group of friends and siblings trying out a couple songs became Tyrone Tribbett & Greater Anointing. In that same year Greater Anointing won the McDonald's Gospel Choir Competition. In 1997 they won the regional and national awards of the Wrigley's Gospel Choir Competition.
Tye Tribbett & G.A. have collaborated with a variety of notable artists, including Faith Hill, F.O.C.U.S., Mary Mary, Jessica Simpson, Justin Timberlake and Sting. The group's first high-profile performance was on DreamWorks motion picture soundtrack for The Prince of Egypt (see contemporary gospel-centric soundtrack The Prince of Egypt (Inspirational)) as Tyrone Tribbett and Greater Anointing. Their song "Let Go, Let God" was performed with the then-unknown gospel duo Mary Mary. The group went on tour with Faith Hill after impressing her whilst singing back-up at The Prince of Egypt premiere. This gave them the opportunity to perform at various award shows and television shows, including Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
In 2002, the group got its proper debut after signing with Columbia Records/Sony Gospel and releasing the album Life on June 8, 2004. The album, produced by neo-soul mainstay James Poyser, and included such songs as "No Way" and "Everything". Life also included a rare turn from gospel jazz singer and labelmate Kim Burrell on "You Can Change". A string of performances at various award shows built the group's popular reputation of high energy praise and worship.
For the follow-up to Life, Tribbett & G.A. recorded a live concert on December 3, 2005 at Deliverance Evangelistic Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Several notable artists were in attendance, including Donnie McClurkin, Hezekiah Walker, Damien Hall and Teddy Riley of Guy, Mary Mary, Brent Jones, Israel Houghton and Warryn Campbell.[1]
During preparations for the live recording of their second album, Tye and his fellow members of G.A. were hit with the news of deaths of one choir member and two others close to the choir, all within the five months leading up to the live concert recording. Rather than cancel or postpone the recording, the group turned to prayer and persevered with their preparations.
The December 2005 concert was released as the album Victory Live! on May 23, 2006 by Columbia Records with a DVD also from Columbia Records released on September 9, 2006. In December 2006, Victory Live! was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album. Its title track "Victory" was nominated as well both for Best Gospel Song and Best Gospel Performance.[2]
The group has had many performances on the BET Awards, the NAACP Image Awards and the Stellar Awards.
On Friday, November 30, 2007, Tye performed at the Experience Concert in Lagos, Nigeria alongside Don Moen, Cece Winans, Kurt Carr, Israel Houghton and a host of others. The concert was organized by the House on the Rock Church.
Tye's third album with G.A., Stand Out was recorded live at the Rock Church International,in Virginia Beach, Virginia in August of 2007 and was released in May 2008 and the DVD was released in November 2008.
Tye Tribbett has not forgotten the importance of supporting education as he prepares for an outdoor gospelfest in Florida's capital city of Tallahassee. Tribbett and Mali Music will be featured at Tallahassee Community College on June 18, 2011.
My Joy
Tye Tribbett & G.A. Lyrics
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When my nights were cold and lonely
And when I needed shelter from the rain
All I had to do was call your name
You never let me down you're always there
You told me all my burdens you will bear
Never truly understand your ways
But I understand you love me and for this I want to say
You are my joy
You are my joy
It's because if you I smile right in my storm
Your strength is perfect when I'm weak and worn
Thank you for the love you give to me
Thank you for your grace and mercy
When all of these trails should make me sad
I will rejoice for
You have made me glad
You are my joy You are my joy
You are my joy You are my joy
You are my joy You are my joy
The song "My Joy" by Tye Tribbett & G.A. expresses how the love of God brings joy and comfort to people in their times of despair. The lyrics describe the unwavering presence of God in the life of the singer, as God shows up to support and provide shelter. The writer acknowledges that he may not fully understand God's ways, but he knows that God loves him and he thanks God for his grace and mercy.
The opening lines of the first verse convey the singer's feelings of isolation and loneliness, yet he takes comfort in the fact that God was there to wrap his arms around him. The chorus reaffirms this notion - that God is the ultimate joy giver, someone who can bring genuine happiness and contentment even in the midst of the storm. The singer acknowledges that God's strength is made perfect in his weakness and that he finds solace in the fact that God is always there for him.
Line by Line Meaning
You were there to wrap your arms around me
You comforted me in times of need
When my nights were cold and lonely
You were there for me when I was in despair
And when I needed shelter from the rain
You protected me from the difficulties of life
All I had to do was call your name
You were always there for me, waiting for my call
You never let me down you're always there
You have always been faithful and reliable
You told me all my burdens you will bear
You offered to help me carry my troubles
Never truly understand your ways
I may not comprehend your methods completely
But I understand you love me and for this I want to say
But I know that you love me, and I want to express gratitude to you
You are my joy
You are my joy
You bring me happiness and delight
It's because if you I smile right in my storm
Through your presence, even in tough times, I can smile
Your strength is perfect when I'm weak and worn
Your power is a source of strength for me, especially when I am tired and defeated
Thank you for the love you give to me
Thanks for your endless love
Thank you for your grace and mercy
Thanks for your kindness and compassion
When all of these trails should make me sad
Although the hardships make me miserable, at times
I will rejoice for
I will be glad because
You have made me glad
You have brought happiness into my life
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tyrone Tribbett
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