Crying in the Chapel is a gospel song written by Artie Glenn and recorded by Elvis Presley in 1960. It was released as a single from his album How Great Thou Art, and it became a number one hit on the Billboard Gospel Singles chart.
The song is a moving ballad about a man who is overcome with emotion as he prays in a chapel. He is crying tears of joy, gratitude, and repentance. The song speaks to the power of prayer and the comfort that can be found in God’s presence.
The song has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Aretha Franklin, Johnny Cash, and Roy Orbison. It remains a popular gospel song today, and it is often sung at weddings and funerals.
Here is a snippet of the lyrics:
I saw you crying in the chapel Tears streaming down your face I saw you kneeling at the altar Asking for God’s sweet grace
Oh, I know the feeling you’re feeling The pain and the despair But God is listening to your prayer And He’s gonna answer it, I swear
The song is a powerful reminder that God is always with us, even in our darkest moments. He is our source of strength and comfort, and we can always turn to Him for help.