White Heart has never actually stated that they have disbanded, but there hasn't been any consistent musical activity by them as a group since 1997. However, in August 2006 they had a reunion concert at the third annual Soul2Soul Honors event in New Albany, Indiana (Louisville, Kentucky), with the following line-up: Billy Smiley, Rick Florian, Mark Gershmel, Tommy Sims, Jon Knox and Gordon Kennedy.
Discography (with personnel history):
*WHITE HEART (1982 - Home Sweet Home/Myrrh)
*Gary Lunn - bass
*Steve Green - vocals
*David Huff - drums, percussion
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, synthesizers, vocals
*Dann Huff - lead and rhythm guitars, vocals
*Billy Smiley - keyboards, rhythm guitars, vocals
*VITAL SIGNS (1984 - Home Sweet Home/Myrrh)
*Billy Smiley - piano, acoustic guitar, vocals
*David Huff - drums, percussion
*Gary Lunn - bass guitars
*Mark Gershmel - synthesizers, piano, vocals
*Dann Huff - rhythm & lead guitars, acoustic guitar, vocals
*Scott Douglas - vocals
*HOTLINE (1985 - Home Sweet Home, Inc)
*Gary Lunn - bass
*Scott Douglas - lead vocals
*Gordon Kennedy - lead guitars, guitars, vocals
*David Huff - drums, percussion
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, vocals
*Billy Smiley - keyboards, guitars, vocals
*DON'T WAIT FOR THE MOVIE (1986 - Sparrow Records)
*Ric Florian - lead vocals
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, vocals, trombone
*Gordon Kennedy - guitars, lead guitar, sitar, vocals
*Gary Lunn - bass, linn programming
*Chris McHugh - drums, percussion
*Billy Smiley - vocals, keyboards, guitar, trumpet
*EMERGENCY BROADCAST (1987 - Sparrow Records)
*Chris McHugh - drums and percussion
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, vocals
*Tommy Sims - bass guitar, synth bass, keyboards, vocals
*Gordon Kennedy - lead and rhythm guitars, vocals
*Billy Smiley - vocals, rhythm guitar
*Rick Florian - lead vocals
*FREEDOM (1989 - Sparrow Records)
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards and lead vocals
*Billy Smiley - guitars and vocals
*Gordon Kennedy - guitars and vocals
*Tommy Sims - bass and vocals
*Chris McHugh - drums
*Rikk Florian - lead vocals
*POWERHOUSE (1990 - Star Song Records)
*Riq Florian - lead vocals, background vocals
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, lead vocals, background vocals
*Mark Nemer - drums and percussion
*Anthony Sallee - bass guitar
*Billy Smiley - acoustic and rhythm guitars, and background vocals
*Brian Wooten - rhythm and lead guitars
*TALES OF WONDER (1992 - Star Song Records)
*Ricke Florian - lead vocals, background vocals
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, lead vocals, background vocals, recorder
*Billy Smiley - rickenbacker 12-string, hi-string, and 12-string acoustic guitars, background vocals
*Brian Wooten - lead guitar, rhythm guitar, gut string guitar
*Anthony Sallee - bass, fretless bass
*Jon Knox - drums ("Vendetta")
*Chris McHugh - drums (all tracks except "Vendetta")
*HIGHLANDS (1993 - Star Song Records)
*Rhic Florian - lead vocals, background vocals
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, percussion, lead vocals, background vocals, recorder
*Brian Wooten - rhythm & lead guitars
*Anthony Sallee - bass
*Jon Knox - drums, percussion
*Billy Smiley - rhythm guitars, acoustic & octave acoustic guitars, background vocals
*NOTHING BUT THE BEST - ROCK CLASSICS (1994 - Star Song Records)
*NOTHING BUT THE BEST - RADIO CLASSICS (1994 - Star Song Records)
*Rikcq Florian - lead and background vocals
*Mark Gershmel - keyboards, percussion programming, and lead vocals
*Jon Knox - drums
*Chris McHugh - drums (Climb the Hill)
*Mark Hill - Bass
*Brian Wooten - guitars
*Billy Smiley - guitars and vocals
*INSIDE (1995 - Curb Records)
*Rick Florian - lead & background vocals
*Billy Smiley - acoustic & electric guitars, background vocals
*Mark Gersmehl - organ, piano, synths, lead & background vocals
*Brian Wooten - electric & acoustic guitars, lead guitars
*John Thorn - electric & acoustic bass, background vocals
*Jon Knox - drums, percussion
*REDEMPTION (1997 - Curb Records)
*Rick Florian - lead & background vocals
*Mark Gersmehl - keyboards, lead & background vocals, loops
*Billy Smiley - acoustic & electric guitars, background vocals
*Mike Mead (drums) records for this album but continues with other projects
*Barry Graul (lead guitar) records for this project but continues with other projects (including lead guitar for DC Talk)
*Mark Hill (bass) records for this album but continues with other projects
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Invitation
White Heart Lyrics
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But I sense your hesitance at taking my advice
I see you wanting to get involved
You are invited but you must return the call
It's a big decision and I know the feeling
'Cause I been there before, it takes believing
And a heart that's willing
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
It's not going to be stock event
You see the invitations have all been heaven sent
It's come one, come all but unlike most
You can't crash this party 'cause you've got to know the host
The only way that you can, be sure that you're in
When it's time to go, it takes believing
And a heart that's willing
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
It's a big decision, go on and follow that feeling
'Cause it's almost time to go, it takes believing
So if your heart is willing
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
The song "Invitation" by White Heart talks about an invitation from God to join Him in paradise. The song emphasizes that every individual has an invitation to join the party in paradise, but the person needs to know and believe in the host to be able to participate in it. The lyrics encourage the listeners to act on their desire to attend the event and follow their heart's intuition. Moreover, the song expresses that the journey towards eternal happiness takes faith, and the heart must be willing to embark on this journey.
The singer repeats the phrase "You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know" throughout the song, emphasizing that the invitation comes from God Himself. The singer also warns that the event in paradise won't be a regular party; thus, the listeners cannot crash it. To gain access to this party, they need to know the host and be willing to follow Him.
The song aims to encourage people to have faith in God and accept his invitation. It urges listeners to follow their intuition and believe in the power of faith to bring them to eternal happiness. Overall, the song is a perfect representation of the Christian faith and serves as an invitation to non-believers to join God.
Line by Line Meaning
I told you once, I told you twice
I have already mentioned this topic twice before
But I sense your hesitance at taking my advice
I can feel that you are not sure about following my suggestion
I see you wanting to get involved
I can tell that you are interested in participating
You are invited but you must return the call
You have been invited, but you have to take action to confirm your participation
It's a big decision and I know the feeling
This is a significant choice, and I understand how challenging it can be
'Cause I been there before, it takes believing
Because I have been in your shoes, and it requires trust and faith
And a heart that's willing
And a mind and soul sufficiently open and receptive
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
You have received an offer, and I am here as the messenger
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
A wonderful opportunity is available to you, and it has been arranged for you
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
Can you honestly refuse such an attractive option?
It's not going to be stock event
The experience won't be ordinary or typical
You see the invitations have all been heaven sent
The invitations have been divinely sent
It's come one, come all but unlike most
Everyone is welcome, but there is a crucial distinction
You can't crash this party 'cause you've got to know the host
You can't sneak in uninvited because a personal relationship with the host is essential
The only way that you can, be sure that you're in
The sole way to be certain of your inclusion is
When it's time to go, it takes believing
When the appropriate moment arrives, it requires faith
So if your heart is willing
Therefore, if you are ready and willing
You got an invitation, He sent me here to let you know
You have been extended an invitation, and I am here to deliver the message
Paradise is waiting, He's made your reservation
An exceptional opportunity awaits, and it has been secured for you
Now tell me don't you want to go to paradise?
Do you really want to decline such a magnificent offer?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: MARK RAMOS NISHITA
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