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Were You There
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Aug 17, 2026 updated
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Michael W. Smith performs the traditional African-American spiritual "Were You There?" which reflects on the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The song invites listeners to imagine being present at these pivotal moments, evoking a deep emotional response—trembling at the cross and shouting glory at the resurrection. It emphasizes the personal and communal significance of Christ's sacrifice and victory over death, encouraging reflection on the core events of the Christian faith.
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Were you there when they crucified my Lord?
Were you there when they crucified my Lord?
Oh, oh, oh
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble
Were you there when they crucified my Lord?
Were you there when they nailed him to a tree?
Were you there when they nailed him to a tree?
Oh, oh, oh
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble
Were you there when they nailed him to a tree?
Were you there when they laid him in the tomb?
Were you there when they laid him in the tomb?
Oh, oh, oh
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble
Were you there when they laid him in the tomb?
Were you there when he rose up from the dead?
Were you there when he rose up from the dead?
Oh, oh, oh
Sometimes I feel like shouting glory, glory, glory
Were you there when he rose up from the dead?