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Written in 1971 by Andrae Crouch, “My Tribute” contains an opening stanza, often sung by a soloist, which prepares for the refrain with a personal statement of gratitude. Lovers of gospel songs will appreciate the allusion to Fanny Crosby's hymn, "To God Be the Glory.” Crosby's hymn is written almost totally in the third person -- quite unusual for gospel songs. Mr. Crouch's version is in the first person, an expression of personal gratitude.

Musicians have long expressed gratitude to God for the gift of their music. J.S. Bach (1685-1750) signed many of his compositions, Soli Deo Gloria (or S.D.G.) -- for the glory of God alone. Also common in gospel songs is the theme of redemption of humanity through the blood of Christ. This has been a theme of Mr. Crouch's music from the beginning with his first song, "The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power." It is a theme repeated in "My Tribute." As the author notes, "With his blood he has saved me; with his power he has raised me."

My Tribute by Andraé Crouch

How can I say thanks
For the things You have done for me?
Things so undeserved
Yet You gave to prove Your love for me;
The voices of a million angels
Could not express my gratitude
All that I am and ever hope to be
I owe it all to Thee

To God be the glory
To God be the glory
To God be the glory
For the things He has done

With His blood He has saved me
With His power He has raised me;
To God be the glory
For the things He has done

Just let me live my life
Let it pleasing, Lord to Thee
And if I gain any praise
Let it go to Calvary