"Why Me" was recorded by Kristofferson in 1972, featuring backing vocals by soon-to-be wife Rita Coolidge and up-and-coming singer-songwriter Larry Gatlin. It was released on the album Jesus...

Elvis Presley incorporated the song, retitled "Why Me Lord", into his live shows beginning in January 1974 up until his last concert tour. It was first released on the live album Elvis Recorded Live on …

Why Me Lyrics: Why me, Lord, what have I ever done / To deserve even one of the pleasures I've known? / Tell me, Lord, what did I ever do / That was worth lovin' you or the kindness...

Aug 13, 2020 · But it was this classic country gospel song that would become the biggest hit of his career. "Why Me Lord" or "Why Me," as it's sometimes called, was written by Kristofferson during a …

Why Me Lord Lyrics by Kris Kristofferson. verse 1: why me lord? what have i ever done, to deserve even one, of the pleasure i've known, tell me lord, what did i ever do, that was worth lovin' ...

This classic country gospel song became his biggest hit. The inspiration to write such a song came to Kris Kristofferson after he had attended a religious service conducted by the Rev. Jimmie Rogers …

Mar 16, 2025 · Released in 1973, the song became the biggest hit of his career, but its true power lies beyond the charts. Born from a surprising moment of spiritual awakening, “Why Me Lord” remains …

In this song, Kris Kristofferson has an epiphany, asking Jesus why he has blessed him so. It came from a genuine revelation when he went to church with the country singer Connie Smith.

Kristoffer "Kris" Kristofferson, BPhil (born June 22, 1936) is an American country music singer, songwriter and musician as well as a film actor. He is known for such hits as "Me and Bobby …

My lyric video of the song Why Me Lord by Kris Kristofferson. #countrymusic #countrygospelmusic #countrygospelplaylist Album - Jesus Was A Capricorn...more