No one is beyond God’s reach. / And the kindness, You've shown Its words are based on Isaiah 6:8 and 1 Samuel 3. Praise God for saving Kris which inspired him to write “Why Me Lord.” It has become a gospel standard to last generations. (Tell me Lord), what did I ever do to deserve loving you and the kindness you've shown? What have I ever done / To deserve even one of the pleasures I've known / Tell me Lord what did I ever do to deserve loving You? What have I ever done / To deserve even one of the pleasures I've known / Tell me Lord what did I ever do to deserve loving You? He recorded it in 1972, and by 1973, it became the biggest of Kristofferson's career. sheet music by Kris Kristofferson. / And the kindness, You've shown What have I ever done to deserve even one of these pleasures I've known? 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 wor 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 you've shown Lord help me, Jesus, I've wasted it so Help me Jesus I know what I am But now that I know that I've needed you so Help me, Jesus, my soul's in your hand Lord, help me, Jesus I praise Him so help me Jesus I know what I am Now that I know that I needed you so help me Jesus, my soul's in your hands. (Why me Lord?) It was a very powerful song that touched everyone to the bone. What have I ever done? Why Me Lord Lyrics: Why me Lord? Why me Lord? This is a list of songs written by the American gospel songwriter Dottie Rambo.Rambo wrote over 2500 songs throughout her lifetime, and many have been recorded by hundreds of artists. It was first released on the live album, Elvis Recorded Live On Stage In Memphis in June 1974. Song information for Why Me Lord - Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Ray Price on AllMusic What have I ever done To deserve even one of the pleasures I've known Tell me Lord what did I ever do … Why Me Lord Lyrics: Why me Lord? SKU: MN0063817 "Why Me Lord" or "Why Me," as it's sometimes called, was written by Kristofferson during a low period in his life, after he attended a religious service conducted by the Rev. Kris Kristofferson - Why Me Lord Lyrics. To deserve even one Of the blessings I've known The song "Why Me Lord" was written and recorded by the great Kris Kristofferson. It is published by OCP Publications. Lyrics to 'Why Me Lord' by Johnny Cash: Why me Lord? We’re also thankful that his life testimony became a powerful witness that anyone can change. Lyrics to 'Why Me Lord' by George Jones. verse 1: why me lord? "Here I Am, Lord", also incorrectly known by its first line, "I, the Lord of sea and sky", is a Christian hymn written by the American composer of Catholic liturgical music Dan Schutte in 1981. Jimmie Rogers Snow. Why Me Lord Lyrics: Why me Lord? Sheet music arranged for Piano/Vocal/Guitar in G Major (transposable). Print and download Why Me? Elvis Presley incorporated the song, retitled "Why Me Lord", into his live shows beginning in January 1974 up until his last concert tour. / 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' you / For the kindness you've See also Dottie Rambo discography.