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Introduction
When My Amy Prays is more than just a song—it’s a heartfelt confession, a glimpse into the deeply personal journey of Vince Gill. Co-written and performed by Vince and his daughter Corrina Grant Gill, this song is a love letter to Vince’s wife, Amy Grant, and a candid reflection on his own spiritual struggles.
What makes this song truly special is the honesty in its lyrics. Vince opens up about his distance from faith and how it contrasts with Amy’s unwavering devotion. It’s not often that we see such vulnerability in music, where an artist admits to their own doubts and imperfections. But in When My Amy Prays, Vince does just that, and in doing so, he brings us closer to the human experience—one where love and faith are intertwined, sometimes in complex and challenging ways.
The music itself is beautifully simple, allowing the lyrics to take center stage. Vince’s voice, seasoned and full of emotion, carries the weight of every word. When Corrina’s voice joins in, it adds another layer of depth, almost as if she’s the voice of the next generation, carrying forward the lessons and love of her parents.
This song isn’t just about religion—it’s about the power of love and how it can inspire us, even when we’re struggling to find our own way. It’s about the quiet moments when someone else’s faith lifts us up and the realization that we’re all on our own unique journeys. When My Amy Prays is a reminder that love, in its truest form, has the power to change us, to guide us, and to bring us closer to the things that really matter.
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Lyrics
All my life I’ve known of Jesus
But that connection never came
And when my world was torn to pieces
I still couldn’t call his name
But when my Amy prays
When my Amy prays
That’s when I see his face
She gave me my first Bible
It sits right beside my bed
On the nights my hands are rattled
I turn the pages but its seldom read
And when my Amy prays
When my Amy prays
That’s when I feel grace
She’s got my back and she don’t judge me
She gives my heart some time to change
Even at my worst I know she loves me
She’s my shelter from the rain
And when my Amy prays
When my Amy prays
That’s when my hands raise
And when my Amy prays
And when my Amy prays
That’s when my hands raise