God Gave Me You

Bryan White

About God Gave Me You

"God Gave Me You" is a song recorded by American country music artist Bryan White. It was released in October 1999 as the second single from the album How Lucky I Am. The song reached #40 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Andy Goldmark, Jamie Houston and James Dean Hicks.


Year:
1999
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For all the times I felt cheated, I complained
You know how I love to complain
For all the wrongs I repeated, though I was to blame
I still cursed that rain
I didn't have a prayer, didn't have a clue
Then out of the blue

God gave me you to show me what's real
There's more to life with just how I feel
And all that I'm worth is right before my eyes
And all that I live for though I didn't know why
Now I do, 'cause God gave me you

For all the times I wore my self pity like a favorite shirt
All wrapped up in that hurt
For every glass I saw, I saw half empty
Now it overflows like a river through my soul
From every doubt I had, I'm finally free
And I truly believe

God gave me you to show me what's real
There's more to life than just how I feel
And all that I'm worth is right before my eyes
And all that I live for though I didn't know why
Now I do, 'cause God gave me you

In your arms I'm someone new
With ever tender kiss from you
Oh must confess
I've been blessed

God gave me you to show me what's real
There's more to life than just how I feel
And all that I'm worth is right before my eyes
And all that I live for though I didn't know why (didn't know why)
Now I do (I finally do), 'cause God gave me you (God gave me You)

God gave me you

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Bryan White

Bryan White (born February 17, 1974) is an American country music artist. Signed to Asylum Records in 1994 at age 20, White released his self-titled debut album that year. Both it and its follow-up, 1996's Between Now and Forever, were certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, and 1997's The Right Place was certified gold. His fourth album, 1999's How Lucky I Am, produced 2 top 40 singles. more »

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Written by: ANDY GOLDMARK, JAMES DEAN HICKS, JAMIE HOUSTON

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10 facts about this song

Career Milestone
The song "God Gave Me You" became very popular in the United States and helped boost Bryan White's career. It's one of his most renowned country ballads due to its poignant lyrics and emotional delivery.
Album Highlight
"God Gave Me You" is a track from Bryan White’s 1999 album, “How Lucky I Am.” The song quickly gained popularity and quickly became one of the highlights of the entire album.
Chart Rankings
Upon its release, the song was a hit and peaked at number 40 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Despite not making it to number 1, it remained on the charts for 20 weeks, demonstrating its immense popularity at the time.
Awards and Nominations
Bryan White received multiple award nominations at the time, largely thanks to the success of "God Gave Me You" and the album from which it came. His nominations included ones from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.
Philippines Phenomenon
In 2011, the song gained massive recognition in the Philippines when it was used as a central theme in the country's highest-rated television show, Eat Bulaga!. This increased Bryan White's international reputation and even led him to perform live in the country.
Cover Versions
"God Gave Me You" has been covered by various artists including an anglicized version by Blake Shelton in 2011. Shelton's rendition was a top-three hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, further solidifying the reputation of this song.
Universal Appeal
The song's lyrics about gratitude and love have resonated with many different people around the world. Its wide appeal can be attributed to its message of thankfulness for someone special, a theme that is universal and timeless.
Songwriting
Bryan White is not only the performer but also one of the co-writers of "God Gave Me You." The song is credited to being co-written by him and Andy Goldmark, reflecting White's input and contribution to the songwriting process.
Musical Style
"God Gave Me You" is widely recognized as a country-pop crossover ballad. Its blend of heartwarming lyrics and instrumentals achieved a balance between the traditional and contemporary, appealing to a wide range of music fans.
Positive Reception
It's a well-loved song by many because of its positive and heartfelt message. It's often used in weddings and romantic events, cementing its position as a classic love song in country music history.

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