Just as I Am

Ricky Van Shelton

About Just as I Am

"Just as I Am" is song recorded by American country music artist Ricky Van Shelton. It was released in March 1993 as the second single from his Greatest Hits Plus compilation album. The song reached #26 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Larry Boone and Paul Nelson.


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I was lost and aimlessly searching
Lord knows I was one lonely man
Then you came along like that old gospel song
You took me just as I am.

Just as I was about to lose hope
Just as I come to the end of my rope
You turned me around with one touch of your hand
And your love saved me just as I am.

It's amazing you saw the light shining
Though the darkness that life had left me in
And I thank heaven above you took me just as I was
And you loved me just as I am.

Just as I was about to lose hope
Just as I come to the end of my rope
You turned me around with one touch of your hand
And your love saved me just as I am.

You turned me around with one touch of your hand
And your love saved me just as I am...

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Ricky Van Shelton

Ricky Van Shelton (born January 12, 1952) is a retired American country music artist. Active between 1986 and 2006, he has charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. This figure includes ten Number One hits: "Somebody Lied", "Life Turned Her That Way", 'Don't We All Have the Right", "I'll Leave This World Loving You", "From a Jack to a King" (a cover of the Ned Miller hit), "Living Proof", "I've Cried My Last Tear for You", "Rockin' Years" (a duet with Dolly Parton), "I Am a Simple Man", and "Keep It Between the Lines". Besides these, seven more of his singles have landed in the Top Ten on the same chart. He has also released nine studio albums, of which his first four have all been certified platinum by the Recording Industry… more »

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Written by: PAUL NELSON, LARRY BOONE

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10 facts about this song

Music Genre
"Just as I Am" by Ricky Van Shelton is categorized under the country and gospel music genres.
Album
The song "Just as I Am" is from Ricky Van Shelton's album "Don't Overlook Salvation."
Release
"Just as I Am" was released in 1992 as part of the “Don't Overlook Salvation” album.
Music Chart History
The album "Don't Overlook Salvation," where the song "Just as I Am" is included, reached number 10 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Song Origin
"Just as I Am" is actually a traditional Christian hymn written by Charlotte Elliott in 1835. Ricky Van Shelton included his version of this hymn in his gospel album.
Career Highlights
Ricky Van Shelton released several #1 hits over his career, highlighting his prominence in country music during his active years. Though "Just as I Am" wasn't a chart leader itself, it contributed to the success of the album it's a part of.
Musical Style
Ricky Van Shelton is known for his neotraditionalist country style, and his version of "Just as I Am" follows suit, combining traditional gospel elements with his typical 'new country' sound.
Album Production
The album "Don't Overlook Salvation," including the song "Just as I Am," was produced by Steve Buckingham, a renowned country music producer.
Performances
Apart from his studio recording of "Just as I Am," Ricky Van Shelton also performed the song at various live events, further popularizing it among his fans.
Reviews
The album "Don't Overlook Salvation" and therefore, the song "Just as I Am" is considered one of Shelton's best works, receiving positive reviews from critics who appreciated his interpretation of celebrated gospel songs.

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