Best Gospel Song

[Andrew McRae]

Okay, we've had 'best country' and 'best blues' - so how about the next obvious category - gospel.

My vote goes for "Softly & Tenderly" from "Four Legends" on record, though if it's down to live performance then I have to recall that memorable "Old Rugged Cross" at the conclusion of the Rainbow '77 show.

[Tony Papard]

Okay, we've had 'best country' and 'best blues' - so how about the next obvious category - gospel.

My vote goes for "Softly & Tenderly" from "Four Legends" on record, though if it's down to live performance then I have to recall that memorable "Old Rugged Cross" at the conclusion of the Rainbow '77 show.

Another very moving one is 'Will The Circle Be Unbroken' from Wembley 1990, where he says: 'I hate to see the best friend Jerry Lee Lewis ever had have to go', talking about his mother of course.

Several of the gospel songs on Caribou Sessions are also very moving - such as 'Sawdust Trail' where he talks about his mother watching him being 'saved' - 'though I haven't lived it' he says.

And 'Just A Closer Walk With Thee' - 'when Jerry Lee's feeble life is over I'll be safely carried o'er to thy shore' - that line brings tears to my eyes.

And also 'In The Garden' from the same sessions ('I'm talking about Heaven, brother!'), and also on Austin City Limits. You don't have to be religious to be moved by these songs sung from the heart.

[Richard Harvey]

You don't have to be religious to be moved by these songs sung from the heart.

It's so difficult for me to get into his gospel stuff. Even Elvis' gospel songs are the least visited in my Elvis collection. I'm sure I'm missing out on some great music, but it just won't klick with me.
I'm doomed for the fiery ever after I reckon!

[Tommy]

Well 'I'll fly away' of course! I especially like the duet with Little Richard on the TV-program "Salute"! I also like 'Lovelight' from the album I don't know the name of. Not a typical Jerry Lee song though. He sings it in really high tunes.

[howard]

All the songs mentioned are good ones, I also like " Handwriting on the wall" thats a good knee slapping toe tapping song.... Howard, who's on his way for a pint of the local Amber Valley beers.... slurp

[Piet]

Without a doubt "In loving memories"

Piet

[Akiller]

[quote="Andrew McRae"]Okay, we've had 'best country' and 'best blues' - so how about the next obvious category - gospel.

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Old Black Joe

[ChrisdeB]

I liked the "Old Rugged Cross" at the Rainbow Show

[peterchecksfield]

'He Looked Beyond My Fault' & 'Lily Of The Valley' in Amsterdam '72 (from Mule bootleg LP)...I didn't hear the studio versions until later, & I was dissapointed with them in comparison with the more passionate live versions.

[Alvin]

Lookin' for a Rock and I'll Fly Away from Rainbow 77 are fantastic.

Also love the Survivors Circle and Peace in the Valley.

[Piet]

Lookin' for a Rock and I'll Fly Away from Rainbow 77 are fantastic.

Also love the Survivors Circle and Peace in the Valley.

I thought you would go for.....Alvin

[peterchecksfield]

Lookin' for a Rock and I'll Fly Away from Rainbow 77 are fantastic.

Also love the Survivors Circle and Peace in the Valley.

I thought you would go for.....Alvin

I didn't think people are allowed to use false names on here now (unless Alvin is your real name)...

13. Do not astroturf or pretend to be/represent somebody else.

[ChrisdeB]

I Can't Feel At Home In This World Anymore on the March 15, 1987 Newport Music Hall Columbus, Ohio
2nd show Is really good as well

[Perk]

I Can't Feel At Home In This World Anymore on the March 15, 1987 Newport Music Hall Columbus, Ohio
2nd show Is really good as well

Actually he performs this song on the 2nd show. Have you found the first show somewhere? Let us know!

http://www.topfreeforum.com/jerryleelew ... ryleelewis

Perk

[peterchecksfield]

I Can't Feel At Home In This World Anymore on the March 15, 1987 Newport Music Hall Columbus, Ohio
2nd show Is really good as well

According to the 'Kerrie Live - Praising Our King' official video the correct title is 'This World Is Not My Home'.