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Reach For His Hand w/Johnny Proctor
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...Reach for His Hand as you open the door... Featuring Johnny Proctor on the guitars.
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Welcome! I am a singer/songwriter of different styles of Christian and Country Music....Enjoy the message I bring, and may your heart be ministered to.
Hello! I'm very glad you stopped in to listen and visit. :) The message I carry is simply this...Jesus loves you and I do too. Hope you enjoy what you hear, and get a blessing from the music, as God does not give His people gifts to just set them upon the shelf, and never be used. I'm only as good as the Lord helps me to be, and I'm thankful for the blessings He has bestowed upon me. I'm NOT perfect, never claimed to be; but on the other hand, I have a message to minister in song, and I do that to the best of my ability. I fully realize there are many songs I demo here that don't fit my style/voice, but I can't run out and get a singer that fits everytime I write a song. :) What I write or cover comes from the heart. I've endured many hard trials in my life, and each one has, in one way or the other made its way into a song that others can relate to. All of my songs except for noted exceptions are free downloads. I'm not a professional by any means, nor am I interested in becoming one; and so the music is given away just as freely as the message was given to me. If you like instrumental music, check out my instrumental page at
Song Info
Charts
Peak #2
Peak in subgenre #1
Author
Tammy Swindell
Rights
2008
Uploaded
November 25, 2008
Track Files
MP3
MP3 9.7 MB 320 kbps 4:15
Story behind the song
Much of my writings are emotional, at best..and always come out something I've experience or a conversation I've had. This one came out of mixture of conversation AND something I experienced in the past. When someone is sent to guide you through something..LISTEN, and HEED; they wouldn't be there if they couldn't understand or hadn't been there at least once. The Lord always sends someone who can help; and their words, at times, may seem harsh, but their advice is priceless. The old saying goes that you can't help someone unless you've been there yourself. As this song came together, I thought of Johnny Proctor and asked him if he'd like to add some guitar to the mix. And, in doing that, he exceeded my expectations...thank you, Johnny, you will never know how much I appreciated your help. :) Please, listen to the message of the song..and reach for His hand, before you head off into the unknown..He's great company as you move through your trial, and a VERY present help in time of need. :)
Lyrics
I know the road you're walking every day is rough, With all you're going through, I know that it's tough I'm passing on- some things that I have learned, Along the way- you'll see this concerns... The journey you're on (Chorus) Don't ask Him for patience, Your trials will get harder; Ask Him for strength, That will take you farther; Heed my advice, I've been there before. He's made a promise To see you through; Every step you take, He'll be there with you Reach for His Hand.. As you open the door. Don't wanna hear I don't know what I'm talkin' about You've not been where I've walked; You're just starting out This journey was so hard in the beginning for me And someone was sent to talk to me, Like I'm talking to you! Instrumental Break Bridge: I'm passing on- some things that I have learned, Along the way- you'll see this concerns... The journey you're on!
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Roger John
Jan 25, 2010
A great song you two, Wel ldone in all aspects!
Jiri Hajek - composer
Nov 24, 2009
Beautifuly poetical song, Tammy, has great mood for me... Jiri
Trick T Olly
Aug 30, 2009
After listening to a few of your songs I think I like this one best. I am a bit of a Johnny Proctor fan. Trick T.
goatee1
Jun 03, 2009
I see you do a lot of colab that is great, The song is great, nice lyrics nice guitar, great mix and all around very nice, peaceful song as all of the ones I have heard so far
DEADWATER MONK
Mar 05, 2009
Awesome Collaboration! Both you and Johnny Proctor did a great job on this. The lyrics are lovely as well as the vocal presentations And Johnny's guitar lines are the perfect contrast to the piano and string arrangement and add just the right amount of upbeatness to enhance the story/message Johnny.........nice guitar work!!! This is a very well written and produced song Congratulations to both!
DOOMTRAINmusic
Feb 18, 2009
Hi well this is a great song, well produced, nice guitar sound, just all fits like a glove ! Nice Work
Rascal Teddy's
Feb 12, 2009
You put so much love and devotion into this song. Great guitar from Johnny! Awesome vocals! 5 stars for you! Spiritwind pop
Ken Sacco
Jan 23, 2009
Very nice mix of guitar and vocals-sounds great!
kaufi
Dec 17, 2008
a wonderful song tammy and johnny, like the guitar and keyboard-sounds and also the warm and nice vocals, where catch the heart and soul....thanks a lot for the free download. hugs, kaufi
Hayley Oliver
Dec 04, 2008
Tammy, this is A lovely song, beautifully sung and aranged, great guitar by Johnny, well done to you both. Love Hayley
Grand Jury
Dec 03, 2008
Good song and very sincere delivery.Johnny's guitar is addin' a right amount of spices.Backin' vocals are right on a spot.Nice collab and good production.
Morten Gjermundsen
Dec 01, 2008
This sounds really good. :) Great vocals and guitar.Fits perfect together. :) Very nice work.
Rodrica Rudge
Dec 01, 2008
Beautiful vocals/harmonies and excellent lyrics. Love the guitar work too! Superb songwriting.
DavidLunbeck
Nov 30, 2008
ooooooooooo nice song you all , Nice vocals TAMMY,lots of instruments , love that sticatto guitar ? strumming nice touch , you know the melody is so familair sounding , especially the flute , Johnny is really a good guitar player, que Non ? Nice warm full sounding mix and production , I am listening on little tiny dollar store headphone , might be missing some of the sound , would love to hear Johnny better just because I like his playing alot but then this is not a rock song is it ? Good message especilally this time of year when the Holidays can be hard for some people.... cheers D
Daniel Waite
Nov 27, 2008
Tammy and Johnny, Wonderful song! Love Johnny's guitar licks and tasty fills! Tammy, your vocals are warm and the message is awesome! Great job on the production and mixing! Great collab you two! :D
Tammy This is a great song that you composed from your own experiences. I am amazed how great you and Johnny sound together, as if you both were in the same room recording. You both are very gifted artists and this is a great collaboration. Thanks for your visits and support. Blessings and happy Thanksgiving!
Tony DeLecce
Nov 27, 2008
Excellent mix Tammy! Vocals are crisp and clean and Johnny is coming through very nicely with his spirited fills. I hear a little rythm stacatto strumming in my left ear. Nice touch there. Lovely song top to bottom Tammy. 2nd listen now focusing in on the lyrics. Great message. This came out very nicely great work folks. Happy Thanksgiving too! Dont eat too much turkey. Too late for Johnny he already did.
Johnny Proctor
Nov 27, 2008
Tammy, Well done. The mix sounds spacious and clear and warm. Great job pulling all the sounds together. All: thanks for your generous encouragement. Tammy did most of the heavy lifting. Happy Thanksgiving, Johnny
Rick Gross
Nov 26, 2008
Excellent music with a message that I take to heart and am comforted by. Encouraging message that I feel leads me personally to take everything as constructive and for the best, and to work harder by the resulting inspiration striving for perfection Always. Great guitar and vocals!!!!!!! Awesome music and song. Very well produced, mixed and performed.
ALEXIS PATRICK
Nov 26, 2008
Hello Johnny and TAMMY!!!!!!!! How beautiful!!!!!!!!!! Very lovely music and vocals!!! Hugs and Blessings, Lekzee