El Shaddai (song)
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"El Shaddai" is a Contemporary Christian music song by Amy Grant from her 1982 album Age to Age. It was written by Michael Card (who also recorded his own version of the song) and John Thompson, using direct quotes from scripture as their inspiration. The title comes from two Judaic names of God and translates to "God Almighty". Even though the original recording had a pop/contemporary style, many churches incorporated the song into their hymnbooks.
The song was a hit single for Grant, reaching #1 on the Billboard Christian chart. "El Shaddai" won "Song of the Year" and Card won "Songwriter of the Year" at the 1983 Dove Awards. It was also named one of the "Songs of the Century" by the RIAA in 2001.
Grant recorded a new version of the song for her 2005 album Rock of Ages...Hymns and Faith. "El Shaddai" has been covered by many contemporary Christian and gospel recording artists, including Pat Boone and The Winans.
See also
Dove Award for Song of the YearDove Award for Songwriter of the Year
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