It was written by American Christian writer and musician Laurie Klein, and was first published in 1978 by House of Mercy Music. Since then it has
been covered by a very wide range of artists, and been used as a worship song in
churches of many different denominations.
With meter 9.9.8.10, the tune is sometimes also called I LOVE YOU LORD. It has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of G, the first few notes are D G GG DG A B B_, with accompanying chords D / G / F / D7 / G.
The song can be extended using other verbs eg "I trust you lord ... " and "I serve you Lord ..." if required - although these are not in the published original version.
To worship You oh, my soul, rejoice!
Take joy my King in what You hear
Let it be a sweet, sweet sound in Your ear.
With meter 9.9.8.10, the tune is sometimes also called I LOVE YOU LORD. It has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of G, the first few notes are D G GG DG A B B_, with accompanying chords D / G / F / D7 / G.
The song can be extended using other verbs eg "I trust you lord ... " and "I serve you Lord ..." if required - although these are not in the published original version.
Downloads
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Praise team in a church service:
Praise meeting with band:
Professional recording, piano backing:
Lyrics
I love you, Lord, and I lift my voiceTo worship You oh, my soul, rejoice!
Take joy my King in what You hear
Let it be a sweet, sweet sound in Your ear.
I love this song!
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