David-you put the Church back into this song with the pure power of your voice! Even though we live in troubled times, we are not alone. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.” Psalm 46:1-2
Interesting that you think that as this is not as such a gospel song was originally written by paul Simon and performed by Simon and garthunkul during the flower power era this song was more about true friendship and being there for someone no matter what they were going through
This song is from my era-my generation, and from what I understand Simon’s inspiration in writing this song was listening to the southern gospel group Swan Silvertones’ 1959 song “Oh Mary Don’t You Weep.” The line that impacted him the most: “I’ll be your bridge over deep water/If you trust in my name.” This line helped him finish “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” In an interview, he said that he just couldn’t get that song out of his head-so much so-that it must have subconsciously influenced him, and he started to go to gospel chord changes. It’s definitely spiritual, and I love David’s brilliant take on it.
PLEASE, this is a secular song. It doesn't glorify God in any way whatsoever. The church has gone all entertainment while rejecting Jesus and the Gospel. David is a phenomenal performer and I truly respect him and the hard work he puts into his craft. I love both his performance of Gospel and secular music. However, let's not get carried away thinking that secular songs belong in the church to glorify God the Father.
Isn’t it comforting that Jesus laid down His life for His friends more than just a “Bridge Over Troubled Waters”? Thanks and praise God for the powerful singing Mr. David. ❤️🙏🇵🇭
Bridge over troubled waters is not a gospel song it's non Christian was written by Paul Simon the song is about human friendship and being a true friend to somebody through thick and thin no mention of Jesus's or god the father anywhere in the lyric
@@siglo2764 “What A Friend We Have In Jesus” What better friend can we have. If you didn’t say that tounge in cheek, then I would add this. Is a song only a Christian song if it’s listed as such or can any songs lyrics be Christian? (And vice-versa)
Wow! The best version of this song yet. Simon and who? When David takes a song, you forget all the previous artists who did it. I was never a fan of this song ...... but now, I can listen to David's rendition over and over.
I love the passion David has when he sings. He doesn’t just sing a song….he feels it and makes us feel it. What a beautiful voice and heart God gave him….what a beautiful gift David gives us when he blesses us with his amazing talent. 🥰🙏❤️
I'm not a religious man by any definition of the term, but David is and continues to be one of my favorite male vocalists today. Exquisite talent transcends my lack of religious faith.
Ik geniet van je prachtige stem en je uitstraling. Geweldig zoals jij je geloof uit draagt. Gods zegen op je werk gewenst, en je gezin. God bles you. Thanks. Zo mooi……..😶❤
05-04-2024 THEME SONG OF MY LIFE!!! GOD BLESS YOU FOR BEING A BLESSING IN MY LIFE WITH YOURS BLESSEDS PRAISES, DAVID PHELPS!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤BRASIL 🥰 😍 🥰 😍 🥰 😍
not the best cover if you think this isthe best you should watch elvis presley singing this way back in the seventies then i think your mind will be changed
@@siglo2764 Why did you feel the need to do this? No one was comparing David and Elvis until you decided to do that. This person was just saying this is a great cover that they love. Leave it alone.
@@bowed305 it's always good to compare styles and covers give you that opportunity love lots of David Phelps songs. Have you heard elvis presleys version of bridge over troubled waters listen to it and you will see where I am coming from my favourite David Phelps song has to be either no more night or the end of the beginning think his up tempo stuff is where he is at his best
@@siglo2764 If you want to compare singers, that's fine, create your own post. Here's the problem with what you did, though. This individual heard this song sung by David, and she thought it was great, so she posted that. You then decided to respond by saying you just thought it was good, not great, and then you decided to add who you thought did it better. Basically, you told her she was wrong for saying it was great, and then you told her that your opinion is better because you feel someone else had a superior performance. She loved THIS performance. Let her have that without you dumping on it.
@@bowed305 the only person who seems to have a problem with my reply is you the original postee hasn’t responded to my reply so I’m not sure why you’re getting involved
This song was originally written as a gospel-style song. Paul Simon was inspired by the Swan Silvertones, and the third verse that suggests more of a love song was only added later. It is believed another inspiration for this song is the medieval bridge in the village I grew up in - Bickleigh in Devon, UK.
A Fan of David. However this is my least favorite rendition of bridge over troubled water performed by him. Let's give credit where credit is due, the original is still the best in my opinion. Also, do not worship the artist but the Creator.
David, your voice is outstanding! Your style is amazing and this version is absolutely incredible! I love it! So far...trust me, I'm not done yet...I've watched it 6 times in a row and each time a different note touches my heart!! I can wait to see you on the 27th!!
The entire performance was beautiful but the "unplugged " opening with your daughter's gorgeous voices was the best part. I would have loved to have your son's voice in that opening also.
WOW! OMG! I was never a fan of that song. I am now. David took it to another whole level as only he knows how. Absolutely phenomenal! Absolutely fantastic!
Maravilhoso David Phelps um dos maiores e melhores cantores da música Gospel americana parabéns lindo, Deus abençoe grandemente Brasil , Itapetininga-SP
Though I have always loved to hear Simon & Garfield sing this song, David puts a new spin on it.! This is my "new" favorite!!! It's always great to see him perform with his children!!
solo le pido a Dios que nada ni nadie pueda cambiar el propósito,de este hombre de darle la gloria a Dios con esa hermosa voz y si no es mucho pedir,que grabe en español que Dios lo bendiga siempre Lázaro leal de cuba🙏🙏💥❤
I love the way you all use the full orchestra in the video and show them! Thank you for using musicians for all your strings! Love the music! You did awesome David, as usual. lol
❤ Awesome job David on a classic pop song, that could have been an awesome Gospel Song. Since Jesus is our greatest Friend and our Bridge Over Troubled Water, I had to rewrite the 3rd verse like this that turns it into a Godly love song, or maybe a lovely God song...lol. Sail on, silver girl, just sail on by Your time has come to shine and all your dreams are on their way, see how they shine Oh, if you need a friend...🔺I'm sailing right behind Like a bridge over troubled water...🔺I will ease your mind Sail on silver girl, just sail on by Your time has come to shine and your dreams are on their way, see how they shine Oh, if you need a friend...🔺a friend that can be found Like a bridge over troubled water...🔺I will lay me down BTW, I'm looking for a great gospel singer to collaborate with to shake the heavens with an album full of original God Praising Soul Saving Songs. I've been unable to get them into production do to bad health. Please let me know who to contact if you're interested. God Bless.
David-you put the Church back into this song with the pure power of your voice! Even though we live in troubled times, we are not alone. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.” Psalm 46:1-2
Interesting that you think that as this is not as such a gospel song was originally written by paul Simon and performed by Simon and garthunkul during the flower power era this song was more about true friendship and being there for someone no matter what they were going through
This song is from my era-my generation, and from what I understand Simon’s inspiration in writing this song was listening to the southern gospel group Swan Silvertones’ 1959 song “Oh Mary Don’t You Weep.” The line that impacted him the most: “I’ll be your bridge over deep water/If you trust in my name.” This line helped him finish “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” In an interview, he said that he just couldn’t get that song out of his head-so much so-that it must have subconsciously influenced him, and he started to go to gospel chord changes. It’s definitely spiritual, and I love David’s brilliant take on it.
PLEASE, this is a secular song. It doesn't glorify God in any way whatsoever. The church has gone all entertainment while rejecting Jesus and the Gospel.
David is a phenomenal performer and I truly respect him and the hard work he puts into his craft.
I love both his performance of Gospel and secular music.
However, let's not get carried away thinking that secular songs belong in the church to glorify God the Father.
Isn’t it comforting that Jesus laid down His life for His friends more than just a “Bridge Over Troubled Waters”? Thanks and praise God for the powerful singing Mr. David. ❤️🙏🇵🇭
Bridge over troubled waters is not a gospel song it's non Christian was written by Paul Simon the song is about human friendship and being a true friend to somebody through thick and thin no mention of Jesus's or god the father anywhere in the lyric
@@siglo2764 Pretty sure he already knew that.
@@siglo2764 “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
What better friend can we have. If you didn’t say that tounge in cheek, then I would add this. Is a song only a Christian song if it’s listed as such or can any songs lyrics be Christian? (And vice-versa)
@@sheilaemory981 i can recomend caroll Roberson who is really good all his songs are Christian and they contain really great and meaningful lyrics
Or you could check out bob Joyce for sermons and he does a musical service too which is posted on you tube
Only David can take a secular song and put the Christian twist on it. Christ is our bridge. Love it!!
Amen ❤
Singing to his daughters during the first part. So sweet! 🥰
Shalom David, another beautiful performance!You are surely blessed by God!
Wow! The best version of this song yet. Simon and who? When David takes a song, you forget all the previous artists who did it. I was never a fan of this song ...... but now, I can listen to David's rendition over and over.
I love the passion David has when he sings. He doesn’t just sing a song….he feels it and makes us feel it. What a beautiful voice and heart God gave him….what a beautiful gift David gives us when he blesses us with his amazing talent. 🥰🙏❤️
My sweet Mama is now listening from heaven. No more Ashland or Labor Day Barn Bashes. She would have loved this!
one of my favourite Simon and Garfunkel songs of all time and love the vocal range in the song.
Love ALL the Phelps!!! You guys are AMAZING! 🙌🏼
Hallelujah praise the Lord Jesus Christ
this song just reminded me that God is everything
I'm not a religious man by any definition of the term, but David is and continues to be one of my favorite male vocalists today. Exquisite talent transcends my lack of religious faith.
So absolutely beautiful and masterfully done. Thank you David for the pleasure to listen to you!
Just
Beautiful that's
Our,
David
This man has always been and will always be INCREDIBLE 👏🏼
Ik geniet van je prachtige stem en je uitstraling. Geweldig zoals jij je geloof uit draagt. Gods zegen op je werk gewenst, en je gezin. God bles you. Thanks. Zo mooi……..😶❤
That song has carried me through dark passages of my life...and now David! Can it get any better?
05-04-2024
THEME SONG OF MY LIFE!!!
GOD BLESS YOU FOR BEING A BLESSING IN MY LIFE WITH YOURS BLESSEDS PRAISES, DAVID PHELPS!!!
❤❤❤❤❤❤BRASIL 🥰 😍 🥰 😍 🥰 😍
God always knows what we have need of before we ask, I needed to hear this ! David always amazing me with his vocals !
Thank you.God bless you.
Best cover of this song. David is a vocal powerhouse
not the best cover if you think this isthe best you should watch elvis presley singing this way back in the seventies then i think your mind will be changed
@@siglo2764 gotta listen to John Farnhams cover back in 70s as well
@@georgeibrahim7945 John Farnham I have only heard the song the voice by him doesn't seem to have been very unsuccessful here in the United kingdom
@@siglo2764 you should listen to him covering a Beatles song “help” live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
@@siglo2764 also listen to SoHyang from Korea cover “bridge over troubled waters” her voice is angelic
Wow! David Phelps!!!! Never disappoints!!!!!
Great cover of a fabulous song. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!
good but elvispresley cover is the best
@@siglo2764 Why did you feel the need to do this? No one was comparing David and Elvis until you decided to do that. This person was just saying this is a great cover that they love. Leave it alone.
@@bowed305 it's always good to compare styles and covers give you that opportunity love lots of David Phelps songs. Have you heard elvis presleys version of bridge over troubled waters listen to it and you will see where I am coming from my favourite David Phelps song has to be either no more night or the end of the beginning think his up tempo stuff is where he is at his best
@@siglo2764 If you want to compare singers, that's fine, create your own post. Here's the problem with what you did, though. This individual heard this song sung by David, and she thought it was great, so she posted that. You then decided to respond by saying you just thought it was good, not great, and then you decided to add who you thought did it better. Basically, you told her she was wrong for saying it was great, and then you told her that your opinion is better because you feel someone else had a superior performance. She loved THIS performance. Let her have that without you dumping on it.
@@bowed305 the only person who seems to have a problem with my reply is you the original postee hasn’t responded to my reply so I’m not sure why you’re getting involved
Simply incredible. God bless you, David.
Effortlessly this man sings and can touch your soul
He doesn’t need piano his voice alone makes me feel joy❤
This song was originally written as a gospel-style song. Paul Simon was inspired by the Swan Silvertones, and the third verse that suggests more of a love song was only added later. It is believed another inspiration for this song is the medieval bridge in the village I grew up in - Bickleigh in Devon, UK.
A Fan of David. However this is my least favorite rendition of bridge over troubled water performed by him.
Let's give credit where credit is due, the original is still the best in my opinion.
Also, do not worship the artist but the Creator.
What an amazing rendition. Love everything you do. Awesome musicians and back ground singers !!
As always, a masterful and refreshed arrangement by David to an old favorite!! Best singer on earth.
David, your voice is outstanding! Your style is amazing and this version is absolutely incredible! I love it! So far...trust me, I'm not done yet...I've watched it 6 times in a row and each time a different note touches my heart!! I can wait to see you on the 27th!!
I'm a fervent nonbeliever, but this guy can sing! I don't know of anyone alive today that can sing better than he can.
Fervent nonbelievers make the best Christians.
Absolutely stunning.
The entire performance was beautiful but the "unplugged " opening with your daughter's gorgeous voices was the best part. I would have loved to have your son's voice in that opening also.
God,Bless You 🙏🙏👏👏💗💗💗
This gentleman always raises my spirit through his music. May God richly bless you David!
What a beautiful song and i can't get enough of that voice.
I love it, I love it. Was always one of my favorites. Good to hear one of my favorites singing it. ❤️
🎶💕🎶 love this song and David”s interpretation of if!💕🎶💕
David if my words ever catc up to you.
Thank You.
For sharing your amazing guft of your voice to us mortals.
Your are a Angel.
Marvelous! This song is a precious pearl. It touches my soul and my heart cries. Following this channel from Goiatuba-GO, Brazil.
WOW! OMG! I was never a fan of that song. I am now. David took it to another whole level as only he knows how. Absolutely phenomenal! Absolutely fantastic!
If you have heard Elvis's version and did not like it you need to attend church and may need and exorcism.
@@GrammyTapDancingthis generation needs Jesus first. All other things must be second.
I have been in that studio. Actually not far from my house. You really would not believe where it is. Its in a basement.
Actually, it’s in a barn.
It’s best to tell the truth friend.
Maravilhoso David Phelps um dos maiores e melhores cantores da música Gospel americana parabéns lindo, Deus abençoe grandemente
Brasil , Itapetininga-SP
DP, another one of your masterpieces. I could not stop crying.
Love!!! 🩵🩵🩵😍😇
Perfect timing, David... with the Baltimore Bridge collapse. PTL!!!
As always beautiful but singing with family makes extra special. ❤😊❤😊love it ❤❤❤
Sing it brother 🙏🙌
This Deserves way more views this is absolutely Beautiful touched my Soul thank you David
Though I have always loved to hear Simon & Garfield sing this song, David puts a new spin on it.! This is my "new" favorite!!! It's always great to see him perform with his children!!
Incredible interpretation of this amazing song.
Another Gem, David. God Bless you!
That was incredible. I loved it ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Absolutely beautiful.. but certainly expected nothing less!!❤️
New favorite cover from David Phelps!
solo le pido a Dios que nada ni nadie pueda cambiar el propósito,de este hombre de darle la gloria a Dios con esa hermosa voz y si no es mucho pedir,que grabe en español que Dios lo bendiga siempre Lázaro leal de cuba🙏🙏💥❤
One of my favourite song just amazingly touching by my favouritesinger. what a heavenly blessing.🎉
Love You Phelp ❤❤❤😢🎉
Beautiful rendition.
Love it so much.
you"re time has come to shine...❤❤❤
You’ve won my heart!
i needed this this morning
love the song. thank you David. God Bless You.!!!
That’s my favorite singer right there ❤️
I am inspired by your singing style
I'm your fan
Love this very much ❤❤❤. Sending love from 🇯🇲
So so beautiful ❤❤❤
Beautiful!
Love this… so glad you put it on the new release❤️
You sing this so much better then Simon and Garfunkel what a beautiful way you sing it ! Love all your music❤
Absolutely beautiful ❤🎉
So beautiful
Wonderful David!
I love the way you all use the full orchestra in the video and show them! Thank you for using musicians for all your strings! Love the music! You did awesome David, as usual. lol
Very nicely done! Love listening to your music!
SO SWEET 👍👍❤️❤️
God bless you and keep you
That's from the heart
Amazing song of David
The greatest secular song ever written. Sohyang's version is not to be missed.
So wonderful ❤
Love Love this song - Thank You ❤
Wonderful singer❤
God Bless you!
Love this song and loved your vocals ❤️🙌
💯 thank u 4 sharing
I ouvert you Dave!❤❤❤❤❤
Awesome on that song!!
❤ Awesome job David on a classic pop song, that could have been an awesome Gospel Song.
Since Jesus is our greatest Friend and our Bridge Over Troubled Water, I had to rewrite the 3rd verse like this
that turns it into a Godly love song, or maybe a lovely God song...lol.
Sail on, silver girl, just sail on by
Your time has come to shine and all your dreams are on their way, see how they shine
Oh, if you need a friend...🔺I'm sailing right behind
Like a bridge over troubled water...🔺I will ease your mind
Sail on silver girl, just sail on by
Your time has come to shine and your dreams are on their way, see how they shine
Oh, if you need a friend...🔺a friend that can be found
Like a bridge over troubled water...🔺I will lay me down
BTW, I'm looking for a great gospel singer to collaborate with to shake the heavens with an album full of original God Praising Soul Saving Songs. I've been unable to get them into production do to bad health.
Please let me know who to contact if you're interested.
God Bless.
Wolllllllll!😍😍😍😍😍😍❤
Marvelous!
waoooooooooooooo😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Sensacional top.
I love this❤❤
Always awesome ♥️
So good!!
LA VOZ !!! ❤🇱🇷
An amazing cover!
❤