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That's the Way It Was
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..He came along and found me, wrapped His arms around me, changed my life, and GOD was His name.... A Tammy Swindell/Tony Delecce/David Lunbeck Production Everything but the guitars and Tony's Harmonies, MY fault! LOL! Enjoy the listen!
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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
Genre
Country • Alternative Country
Charts
Peak #25
Peak in subgenre #4
Author
Written by Tammy Swindell
Rights
2009
Uploaded
May 03, 2009
Track Files
MP3
MP3 7.8 MB • 319 kbps • 3:24
Story behind the song
And there was this gang of three people, who collaborated on this song....and I think it came out beautifully. :D My grateful thanks for Tony Delecce and David Lunbeck who pitched in and contributed different parts. Tony did rhythm guitars and sang some harmonies; made me laugh while we worked together. :D David did the walking, talking, smoking lead....and provided plenty of moral support; another gentleman who makes me laugh, too. Both excellent musicians in their own right. :) Well, friends and neighbors, the rest was mine! :D Enjoy the listen. :)
Lyrics
I was lost, couldn't find my way. Stumbling through, The darkness of each day, I lived my life on the edge because, It was all I knew. That's the way it was. I was the sheep, missing from the fold. Lost again; You've heard the story told. The Shepherd came, gently touched my soul, He covered me; My heart was His to hold. Bridge/Chorus Oh, He came along and found me, Wrapped His arms around me. Changed my life, God was His name. Don't know what I'd do without Him, I'd be so lost without Him. He's my friend, And I'm so glad He came. Oh, I'd lived my life on the edge because It was all I knew, That's the way it was. That's the way it was... I look back down the road of my life, See the times, He'd had His hand on mine Oh, I'm so glad He took the time for me, Bore my sin, And truly set me free. Bridge after last chorus..
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ALEXIS PATRICK
Dec 10, 2009
You are an excellent Artist Tammy!!!!!!!!!
Danny Hamilton
Jul 18, 2009
Hey Tammy, watch out i understand there's a stranger back in town! How are things since i was last here? Enjoying 'That the way it was' very fine lyrics and melody, a song to sit, listen and enjoy. I hope life is treating you well Tammy. Off to listen to a few more. Wishing you a great weekend!! Danny
Effekto
Jun 19, 2009
Oh yes, this is a great enjoyable song ! I appraise your voice a lot ..i told you (Carpenters minimum or better), but all the music, arrangement and production speaks for it self too!
goatee1
Jun 03, 2009
Nice colab, nice mix, great master, has that good Ole, southern Gospel feel that I heard in the AoG many, years.I did not know you were a Christian until I saw your posts, God bless.Thanks for the visit to my page. After hearing this I think you would like 3 CCM songs I have posted 1.Gabriel's Horn 2.Liquid Flowers 3.Ancient of Days I am doing a CCM CD and am half done with it. Well nice tune I will give some others hear a spin, I added this to my CCM station, Shout Of Triumph
Ken Sacco
May 31, 2009
Great job-Vocals-music production all sound Great!
Gordon Larson
May 23, 2009
Brilliant song writing and a nice performance. Nice arrangement and choice of instrumentation. The vocals are well done and sit out front were they should on a song of this style. Nice job! Excellent Collab
DEADWATER MONK
May 18, 2009
Very Very good Tammy,everything is just right strong vocals and excellent production Great Song!
jeni
May 18, 2009
beautiful vocals and a very heartwarming song, I adore it!!!! Tammy u r very talented! Production is second to none ;) love always your friend jeni x
Spiritwind pop
May 14, 2009
Wonderful Collab Tammy. This song is perfect for anyone who seeks to find God. I loved the vocals and guitars! This song was well writen! 5 stars for you! Spiritwind pop
Astronomusic
May 11, 2009
Wonderful country song in all aspects!!! Z&A
gabe stenziano
May 11, 2009
tammy, this has a nice easy feel and catchy melody. your singing is right on and the contributions by your friends add so much. very nice, gabe
Johnny Proctor
May 10, 2009
Uh oh, a new supergroup? LOL! Nice vocal delivery, Tammy, Tony. Dave's guitars fit your style much more than mine, he is a great addition to your sound. This song has a really strong chorus. I think singing with the boys pumped your emotional intensity up a little notch. Lyrics very clearly give a testimony that glorifies God. Well done, all three of you - production is crystal clear, warm and very loud. Congrats! Johnny
Jiri Hajek - composer
May 07, 2009
Lovely melody in this song, and outstanding vocal performance, great record, Tammy!!! Jiri
Wayne Pascall Acappella
May 05, 2009
Tammy I really like this song. What a powerful testimony and collaboration among soundclick artists. Both the lyrics and tune of this song are beautiful. The melody is very catchy and this song elevates Jesus!!! Great job you, Tony and David. Blessings!
Rodrica Rudge
May 04, 2009
Tammy, you have a wonderful voice, very engaging with a beautiful timbre and quality. Love the melody, great guitar work and vocal harmonies. Top notch production - a first class job by all concerned.
Hayley Oliver
May 04, 2009
Tammy, Tony and David a beautiful song, uplifting and powerful, i love the melody and arangement on this, you all did a wonderful job. :) Love Hayley
VMP (USA)
May 04, 2009
Way to belt this out, beautiful vocal work, sweet yet with the power and conviction that the heartfelt lyrics dictate. A great feel to this. David's passionate lead work and tone fit the song perfectly. Tony's warm backing vocals combine seamlessly. Excellent production, the overall sound is very fresh, clean, and new, it sparkles! Way to go, a classic and wonderful collaboration!
mistakenidentity1
May 04, 2009
Tammy, This is a beautiful song, and a very strong witness. Lovely singing and a lovely arrangement. Thank you for your visit and sharing a little bit about yourself. Sir Kurt is a very nice gentleman. You two work very well together and have done some very beautiful music. There is so much talent here on Soundclick. Hopefully, it will be soon that I will get me own little song uploaded. I have a recording date next Saturday. I have been practicing 2 hours each day. I am so nervous. Cheers, Kristy
Daniel Waite
May 03, 2009
An awesome production and very cool song! Nice guitar work Tony and David! Beautiful vocals and piano Tammy. A great work, congratulations!
kaufi
May 03, 2009
oh tammy,.... this song is again a heart-breaker - easy beautiful.... your vocals are soooooooooooooooo beautiful and the nice guitar, where silent play sweeping melodies in the back is very fine....a really beautiful and great collab.... the complete song is easy wonderful. hugs, kaufi :-)