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Light Inside

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I just love this guy's sound. He's been writing for everybody else for so long, I was really glad to see him make a solo project, and he certainly didn't disappoint me. The songs are poignant and honest, but it's his vocals that send you to the next level. Heartfelt and passionate, strong and tender at the same time, Gary knows how to communicate what's in his heart. "Give Me Tomorrow", "Treasure," "Where are the Broken Hearts," and Love Will Be Our Anchor" are a few of my faves from this set. If you love strong male vocals, coupled with tender melodies, you'll love this!

I chased this album down when I heard a song on it played on the radio. I then really enjoyed the rest of the album, and gave several copies to friends on Christmas. This is a great album to share with those who have not seen the light of Christian music. Do not tell them its Christain rock, and let them experience the journey on their own. The last song still moves me to joy and sadness at the same time, and I'm a no nonsense type of guy. This album can smoothly, quietly move many people closer the the Lord. It rocks, it has ballads, it lifts you up, and makes you think. It is alot better than his second album, which is still an good album.

What a testament to the talent, love, and yes, transparency of Gary Chapman as a songwriter, father, and husband, (Amy really made a mistake letting this one go! And to those sceptics out there, YES, Gary Chapman's music is THAT GOOD!) His lyrical content is solidly Christian, evangelical even, yet not overly "preachy," packaged in an extremely modern and pleasing sound that seems to have something for everyone; Strong gospel overtones with serious rock/country guitar rifts and musicianship with his trademark vocals and lyrics that provide serious crossover appeal (evidenced by the wide success of his smash 80's hit "Finally" on the country charts), but for me, his ballads and emotionally honest "relationship" songs take the cake, (especially on "The Light Inside" CD, but all his CD's I know of are excellent, including his 'Best Of' compilation "After God's own Heart.") Delving deeply into forgiveness, love, mercy, and what it means to be a Christian and committed to your life partner, songs such as "Razor's edge," "We can Make it Right Tonight" and "Give me Tomorrow" lay bare the gritty determination all relationships require to succeed; in essence, songs tender enough to melt through even the hardest of hearts with hope, encouragement, and conviction to try again yet without being "sappy." Of course, for story songs with a message, "Sweet Jesus" really hits it out of the park, (and believe it or not this is NOT really a "gospel" song but has to do with a tragedy on the scale of a 9/11 from one person's perspective with a trick ending, can't say too much or I'll ruin it!). Then again, the rocking "Floodgates of Love" and "Heal me" are pretty hard to beat as well. But should it really be any surprise coming from such a dedicated and gifted songwriter, husband, and artist as Gary Chapman? Five stars! *****

Gary Chapman is a wonderfully talented musician with a rich, passionate voice. Unfortunately, his is often only distinguished as the husband of pop and Christian music singer Amy Grant, but he deserves as much or more recognition than she for his music. Though most of the music on this album is religous in nature, there are several secular and equally heart-wrenching love songs. His is music that will more the young and the old, the religious and not-so alike. Gary Chapman is one of the best-kept secrets of pop music (much to his own dismay, I am sure) and I doubt that anyone who loves good songs and powerful lyrics will regret purchasing his album.

Gary's music is very prayerful and helps me to remember what is truly important in life, Jesus.

Treasures is my absolute favorite Gary Chapman song. It as though it was written and sang in the same spirit of David (King David) of the Bible, a man after God's own heart. I have great respect for Gary's music and career, considering that he is married to such a celebrity, yet he has a big enough heart to be humbled in his music. It is obvious that he is a changed man, from his youth. Treasure the relationship that we have in our Lord Jesus Christ.

I am a fan of Gary who believes so much in worship. I feel the Spirit behind Gary's songs, how sold-out his heart is onto God which is revealed alot in the emotion and passion that he puts into his songs. I believe he is truely inlove with God and he happens to a mentor to me. I have always loved his songs and his wife's and I hope they enjoy their own company too. I long to have a wife that loves God passionatly like I do(and that probably sings too). Keep the lights on Gary and just keep shinning..