I remember laying in my top cot in the winter of 1989 during basic training trying to fall asleep in New Jersey. Such a comfort came over me and I fell into a deep restful sleep. God used this song to give me peace that night . It is a gentle reminder that God will take care of me regardless where I am. I played my tape of this until it broke in Desert Storm. I was very upset but another one came in the mail for "Any Female Soldier"...how is that for divine intervention? :)'
It has been several years since I have heard this song. It reminds me of our 15 year old son that we lost this past July 23rd 2012. He wrecked on a motorcycle and died instantly, and although we miss him so much we are so fortunate that God loaned him to us for 15 short years. Weighing only 1 pound when he was born he was truly Gods child.
"he grew up with his hands in wood, and he died with his hands in wood wow hes brilliant that line gives me chills. if you dont get "it" when you hear that line then you dont get great songs.
BMI Songwriter of the Year NSAI Song of the Year CMA Triple Play (3 #1 songs in a 12 month period) 2018 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (nomination) CMA Song of the Year (nomination) CMA Vocal Event of the Year (nomination) ACM Video of the Year (nomination)......not near enough
Hi Skip! Greetings from Martin, Tennessee. When I was a DJ in Clarksville, Texas in the late 1980s, I played this 45...along with many of your others songs on KCAR AM 1350. Thank you for performing this amazing song & posting it for all of us!
one of my favorite Skip Ewing song which is very hard to say. folks, this is a very talented singer/songwriter, one of the best. thank you for sharing.
I'm 51 and grew up in Church. I first heard this song when I first heard Trisha's version. I never thought about the connection of Jesus' and Joseph's trade of carpentry and how Jesus died until I heard the song.
This might be the most touching Christmas song ever written. You had me from the title. Brought me to tears that night at The Bluebird. Thank you for the gift of your music, and posting these videos.
With the exception of 'The Christmas Song (Chestnuts roasting on an open fire), this is THE Christmas song. I'm not even religious, but this song strikes me deep down inside. It moves me.
Merry Christmas Skip! Thank you so much for posting these songs! This is my favorite Christmas songs ever! You have such an amazing gift. You are a brilliant song writer and singer. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all.
Is this In the Round at the Bluebird? Sure looks like the bar back there with the lights on it! Your voice just gets better and better Skip! This is one of my favorites of yours.
I first heard this song performed live by Skip as the pre-opening act to Ricky Van Shelton and the Judds in Bossier City as part of the Judds' 1991 farewell tour. RVS was much better than the Judds, but Skip impressed me even more than RVS on the strength of this one song. As a Christmas song, I consider it right up there with Mark Lowry's "Mary Did You Know?".
I remember laying in my top cot in the winter of 1989 during basic training trying to fall asleep in New Jersey. Such a comfort came over me and I fell into a deep restful sleep. God used this song to give me peace that night . It is a gentle reminder that God will take care of me regardless where I am. I played my tape of this until it broke in Desert Storm. I was very upset but another one came in the mail for "Any Female Soldier"...how is that for divine intervention? :)'
Wow! Thank you for your service!
"He grew up with his hands in wood. And he died with his hands in wood." Powerful words.
One of the best songwriters in the world! His lyrics always paint a vivid picture, his voice is velvet and soothing to the soul.
It has been several years since I have heard this song. It reminds me of our 15 year old son that we lost this past July 23rd 2012. He wrecked on a motorcycle and died instantly, and although we miss him so much we are so fortunate that God loaned him to us for 15 short years. Weighing only 1 pound when he was born he was truly Gods child.
I followed Skip for years, this is just yet another example of why. Great song, great emotion, it rips my heart out.
"he grew up with his hands in wood, and he died with his hands in wood
wow hes brilliant that line gives me chills. if you dont get "it" when you hear that
line then you dont get great songs.
Why hasn't this man won awards for his music? CMA needs to be aware.
BMI Songwriter of the Year
NSAI Song of the Year
CMA Triple Play (3 #1 songs in a 12 month period)
2018 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (nomination)
CMA Song of the Year (nomination)
CMA Vocal Event of the Year (nomination)
ACM Video of the Year (nomination)......not near enough
He has. Just been his songs and someone else's voice. Shame, too. He's awesome. I've always been a fan.
I've loved this song for so many years. Still can't listen to it without tears. Such an amazing and beautiful song.
Hi Skip! Greetings from Martin, Tennessee. When I was a DJ in Clarksville, Texas in the late 1980s, I played this 45...along with many of your others songs on KCAR AM 1350. Thank you for performing this amazing song & posting it for all of us!
My favorite song! So much meaning! God bless your writing and song! Happy Resurrection Day!
always loved this song, thank you Skip Ewing. excellent.
one of my favorite Skip Ewing song which is very hard to say. folks, this is a very talented singer/songwriter, one of the best. thank you for sharing.
such a beautiful voice
I'm 51 and grew up in Church. I first heard this song when I first heard Trisha's version. I never thought about the connection of Jesus' and Joseph's trade of carpentry and how Jesus died until I heard the song.
This might be the most touching Christmas song ever written. You had me from the title. Brought me to tears that night at The Bluebird. Thank you for the gift of your music, and posting these videos.
Awesome song , awesome message! Skip please make more music!
You wrote one really great powerful song. Anyone could sing it and it will be incredibly moving.
With the exception of 'The Christmas Song (Chestnuts roasting on an open fire), this is THE Christmas song. I'm not even religious, but this song strikes me deep down inside. It moves me.
Love this song SO much.
Love this song. Such a great message and what an a. On ting from God.
Merry Christmas Skip! Thank you so much for posting these songs! This is my favorite Christmas songs ever! You have such an amazing gift. You are a brilliant song writer and singer. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all.
This song is incredible. No words.
He can make everyone in the room hold their breath waiting for the next note :-)
One of my fave singers. Seriously.
BEAUTFUL
You put heart into your music skip thats what i love about it, very few can do it like you!! thanks
Skip Ewing. Dean Dillon. two of the best
My absolute favorite Skip Ewing song! I love this version, now my favorite! Thank you so much for this Skip! Still a beautiful voice!
Skip is stone country!
I'm not religious but when I hear a song like this it's worth reevaluation. It's a beautifully written song
Is this In the Round at the Bluebird? Sure looks like the bar back there with the lights on it! Your voice just gets better and better Skip! This is one of my favorites of yours.
I love this so much
I first heard this song performed live by Skip as the pre-opening act to Ricky Van Shelton and the Judds in Bossier City as part of the Judds' 1991 farewell tour.
RVS was much better than the Judds, but Skip impressed me even more than RVS on the strength of this one song.
As a Christmas song, I consider it right up there with Mark Lowry's "Mary Did You Know?".