click to listen - SAVE ME FROM MYSELF - Michael W. Smith

[MusicFreak192939]

I love M. W. S. but this version just can't beat Carpark North(s'). Sorry guys :)

[blang95035]

I love this song. I consider myself a Christian.I am amazed at the comments.The lyrics nailed me where I was at with the Lord when I first heard it.I have been shocked that Air1 or KLOVE do not play this song.I suspect now based on what I have read here they don't approve of it’s origin. A shame. I did not read all comments but I believe MWS picked this song because either he or one of a close friend or musician friend felt moved by the lyrics.

[nickexperthts]

@CJoanLin

Well,that thing that concerns me is about choices.W/ Leaders must always be asking for guidance and be willing to surrender their will to The Lord.And the Lord guides us many times in our choices,but we must surrender our will in him.It is very weird to me that someone chooses something secular to praise the Lord.And except from M.W Smith,Others have done it too.It seems like comprimisation with secular world-and this is something that the Lord doesn't want.It doesn't seem right to me.

[simobertful]

stupenda!!!!

[dayzsarahi]

It is excellent......!!!!!♥

[RogerThat1971]

Slightly late, but feel a little uncomfortable about some of the opinions and the "us and them " way of thinking . If it is true that we are made in Gods image, then isn't it also true that we are all capable of creating art that can move people. Regardless of belief. When I buy my wife flowers, I don't check if the grower was a Christian and intended the flowers to lead her in Worship. But they are beautiful and inspire her. Come on guys, drop the religion nonsense

[zabdieldavid]

I love this song!!! Thanks God for delivering us from the evil inside us... Yayyy!!!

[nickexperthts]

@CJoanLin First of all,we are making a conversation.I respect your opinion,but: I don't remember if I have mentioned it before,but I didn't say I dislike MWS.I hear a lot of his Worship cds,and I find most of them pretty annointed.But in this case,in this song,I think MWS just chose it because he liked it as a song and maybe thought that it could become a hit.Do you think that God would give him the guidance to choose from secular songs?God's heavenly music can not even compare to secular music!

[CJoanLin]

@nickexperthts so let's have conversation.U think he chose the song 'cause he like it&thought it could be a hit.I certainly hope he pick song he likes&feel it'll be liked.He has great talent of create/arrange music 2 inspire othrs- a gift of God.Re:God gives him guidance.He is a devote Christian&I'm trying 2 B 1.I often pray 2 God 4 guidance&he may not speak 2 me directly,but I know He's given me peace&wisdom 2 make good decisions.U 2nd guess his motive,I love MWS&trust him,see differences?

[ghjboy]

Best death metal ever!!!! \m/ >.< \m/

[ghjboy]

@ghjboy ups.....wrong video -.-

[Sproggleton]

It is really a shame that there is no credit to the original version in the description.

You all owe it to yourselves to check it out.

Carpark North - Save Me From Myself

I can see there has been a little debate on the origin of the song itself. The song was (as I remember it told in an interview) not written as a song of faith. But it was written to the writers girlfriend. But I believe that it matters not to whom it was written, or in what context. If the song moves you it did good.

[loftylemons]

MWS is a very Godly man and it is my firm belief that the hand of God is with him always and if he wants to remake a song and give credit where credit is due i dont believe anyone can say that it was a wrong choice. MWS walks with God its obvious if you have ever seen him. He is a man after Gods heart and i believe he is doing what is right and honoring God with all that he does, which is more then i can say for most "christians" today. This is an amazing song writen by a great group.

[flemmingthinggaard]

Good song choice :) The interpretation is OK, but come on, more like a copy from sing star! It's a danish rock song.. come on man!!!. Although it has nothing to do with christianity it's good it can make people more happy :) Know Carpark like that!!!

[djmusicjac]

beautiful song, beautiful melody, lyrics

[MistyGargoyle]

The difference between the two versions of this song is the pitch. MWS's version has a lower pitch. Both songs are interpreted very well, MWS acknowledged the danish band for their song. Honestly, if it weren't because MWS recorded this song; I wouldn't know who the hell Carpark North are...

[GameFreaks78911]

I love the way this is an awesome tune, and a perfect Christian song!

This is my favorite song at the moment! Thumbs up if you downloaded his whole album and/or all of them! i knoe i did! :D

[Cipciopciap]

Is it normal to see a famous man like Michael W Smith need to use a song made by an emerging band like Carparck North?

In every case, the Carparck North version is better.

Carparck North is one od the best band of the world.....Michael need to use them to find something to sing.

[chuytony7]

@Cipciopciap I hope one day Carparck North reaches the height MWS has reached in his 27-year career... I wonder if Carparck North will ever get to their 10th-year anniversary or less.

[GeeFee87]

@chuytony7 Carpark north got together in 1999, so they had there 10th-year anniversary last year

[14cathrine]

This song are from denmark, i'm proud to be danish ;D<3

[Gormsen89]

In addition we asked the band how they felt about their song being used as a religious tribute to God; they replied that they were pleased to know that their music extended across the borders of normal rock/pop music.

One thing is left to be said: Jesus, you rock my world ! – I love you dude :D

[Gormsen89]

Still like the version Car Park North did better, but this is a great one too. And me being a dane I am sure proud that Michael W. did this song.

Regarding the discussion going on in here. This song was not made as a worship song, but we figured that the text easily could be about Jesus, so we decided to use it in our worship. There have been some discussions as to whether it is okay to use a song, not written by a christian author and never meant for this purpose.

[AGUIABDON]

Shut the heck up speaking of "Science, Evolution, and similar topics" God is healing many people around the world of sickness that you guys say dont exist cure!!! open your eyes He is walking between uS and He is Love and reality!!

[Ikelikenoother1]

the panacea for the self -destruct mode.

[bloempje9702]

This is such a good song!!!!

[clearingtheroad]

great song, great words...

[004MichelleB]

i love Michael!

his songs are amazing!

[SushieSpice]

This song is not about God - it was originally made by Carpark North, who claim they are mostly atheist ^^

[All1Envy]

This is not this guys song, and is not christian either..

Its a band named Carpark North, from Denmark! they made it couple years ago ;)

[grungebreath]

Add inferior vocals and re-release this piece of crap song?

What gives?

[grungebreath]

add inferior vocals and re-release a song that was crap in the first place? what gives?

[Callekiks]

Really good... But still ain't the same as carpark north...

[migums2k]

Wow, you took a great song and butchered it.

[nicojo98]

I really like the lyrics and I like the tune up until the instrumental break which, to me, is too noisy/messy

(A long time fan who owns all his albums)

[nicojo98]

P.S. and yes I know its Carpark North's song originally, which is worth looking up

[sweetness902101209]

this song is so addictive

i <3 MWS

[sweetness902101209]

awesome song!

[ipwinyou]

The most musically and lyrically talented musician period. God bless Michael dub!

[TheLopezponcho]

I LOVE HIS SONG

[pleasedontsitonmyham]

@TheLopezponcho well, yeah... only it's not his. :)

[OMGitsCheckers]

I love his songs! MWS 4 Life!

my heart is hard as stone, on my own, alone, I carry it home.

Thanks Smitty you saved me from myself (and so did God)

[SteamAddict91]

@OMGitsCheckers well this is not his song. but i still love MWS

[liljendahl1980]

@OMGitsCheckers IT'S NOT HIS (MWS) SONG... and will never be his song.. it is a cover... A Danish band called Carpark North made this song in 2008, it was not ment to be a christian song...

[Cordolx100]

Hello Michael!!! I think God for your life men... this song has been blessing my life goes ... always keep that anointing. God bless

[liljendahl1980]

@Cordolx100 this is NOT HIS SONG.... !!! a Danish Rock Band called Carpark North made this song in 2008.. and it was not mentioned to be a "christ" song to the so called GOD..!!

[rickblackdog]

So embarrassed man. Stick to the soccer mom pop.

[gibsonblus]

Love Our Jesus and You Michael >>>>>God Bless 

[Rocket2Shot]

awesome michael big fan!! praise the lord!!!

[FanDecean]

he's coming to romania in two months! can`t to see him live!

[nickexperthts]

@michaelwsmithTV

A Christian musician must always ask for the Lord's anointing and guidance and follow this guidance faithfully in the worship leading/production of a CD.Music must be used to PRAISE the Lord.-SEE Psalm 150.-

[dimmageiras]

@nickexperthts

+1

[liljendahl1980]

@nickexperthts still not his song.. still a cover.. the song was never ment to be a christian song..

[nickexperthts]

@liljendahl1980

Wait a minute.....

If the song is not a Christian,then its purpose,the reason/intention it was made was NOT to praise The Lord.So how can it be used for such an important reason,as it was made for other purposes that to praise and worship God?

Also,being a cover doesn't change the facts above..............

[CJoanLin]

@nickexperthts The band doesn't mind it's being used for a Christian song. and If it wasn't for MWS, I wouldn't know the song. Now , I'm listening to the song & start to listen to Carpark North's songs too. Everyone wins. In every place, MWS acknowledge the original song writer, & give them credit. Carpark North wrote a great song, so let us listen 2 it & enjoy it. Nothing wrong with someone else singing it & have slight different interpretation, that is called 'MUSIC'. I love both versions.

[nickexperthts]

@CJoanLin

Also,the choosing of the songs is part of the recording procedure,and NEEDS God's guidance......Why should MWS choose a song of people who are not Christians and don't intend to praise but just to get fame and money?Sorry,but I don't think this is appropriate for a Worship Leader!!!!!

[CJoanLin]

@nickexperthts As another worship leader said this morning. we should always give others 'Benefit of Doubt'.How would you know MWS didn't ask 4 His guidance & got it from Him?The original song doesn't have bad thing. You're entitled 2 Ur opinion & I can't change that.But pls listen 2 others' opinion too. I'm convinced MWS' talent given by God has its purpose&he has served Him well.I'm reading the book 'A Simple Blessing' by MWS. Ultimately it's btw God & MWS & I believe & appreciate his works.

[CJoanLin]

@nickexperthts I am an old-fashion Christian. You know we don't do everything written in Old Testament anymore. There are so many examples, if you know that Good Book so well, you know it. So don't throw the Book on others. Self-righteous Christians turn away those ready to open their hearts to Christ. Here is not the place to debate. Let us relax and enjoy the good music. The ultimate judgement is God's and His alone. MWS inspires me, this is my testimony and I love him for it.

[nickexperthts]

@CJoanLin

Well,you know,the point is NOT to relax as Christians,and to be "awake like a watchman on walls".I will not Judge MWS,these are NOT my intentions,I am just saying some facts.A person that leads to worship,and has influence to others must influence people to Christ,and not to POP Hits.It is not about performance,neither success.It is about praising the Lord,and about helping people experience the presence of God.The focus must be in the Lord,not to people!

[CJoanLin]

@nickexperthts Didn't mean we should relax on std as Christian,just not so critical of other.If we're good Christians,we set example 4 other 2 see,it's more in action than word.yes,Worship Leader has 2 be held in higher std;None of us is perfect & because original composer didn't obj use it as Christian song,it's nothing wrong 2 use.I don't listen as a POP.I believe I need 2 improve all the time&God's only 1 can save me frm myself,the song inspires people,so it serve God well.it's my opinion.

[nickexperthts]

@CJoanLin

You know,I think the point is that because noone is perfect,every worship leader should ask the guidance of the Lord in every step of the recording procedure without putting any of his emotions or feelings or heart in this and also generally study in the bible about his ministry veeeery carefully.God is perfect.He would guide him perfectly.And I am talking generally,not only about MWS.We are people,and it's easy to put our emotions and heart over God's will & guidance which is wrong.

[xp3085]

Carpark North.....at least he has good taste when covering a song..... Carpark North

[Duckling89]

The song is made by a danish band called carpark north ... try to listen to that sang instead ;)

[Duckling89]

he has rented the song from a danish band called Carpark North... Try to listen to the orginal song ;)

[Duckling89]

Nice ... But the song is made by Carpark North.. a Danish band ;)

[5NewCreation17]

he kind of stole the title from some awesome guy named Brian Head Welch :)

[InYourPresence]

@5NewCreation17 Brians album is called Save me from myself while the name of Michaels upcoming album is Wonder..thats a big diffirence :)

[liljendahl1980]

@5NewCreation17 no he didn't... This song was made by a Dansih band called Carpark North... made in year 2008... make your recearch better next time..

[5NewCreation17]

@liljendahl1980 i'm just joking haha... Head made his album in 2008 as well.. just saying

they are totallyyyy different styles haha... it really doesn't matter if their the same song title. I didn't even know this was a cover

[CJoanLin]

@5NewCreation17 Nope!! get your facts straight first.

[marilenekooiman]

I love that song! NICE!

AWSOME!

[clearingtheroad]

Great tune, save us from ourselves, set us free...

[508745]

great song



[Bucuria]

I am so excited to go to a world tour concert in Romania!! Can't wait. I 've always wanted to go on the Alaskan cruise but it's not possible since we are missionaries in Romania. So glad you are doing a concert in Romania!

[fyoderable]

great song!!!!!!

[h2ogynger76]

Nice interpretation Kevbox. I can totally ralte too God trully saved me from myself aswell i can't be more thankful nor is there enough to do for what he has done for me.

[Euncika9]

great song! :D

[rezaykin]

ohbhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh wow. i love it

[Teddyum]

The Original song, is from the Danish Electro-Rock band "Carpark North"

[nathz16]

"Sixteen Cities band" has this song in their album... Nice song...

[mbom2009]

God definatly saved me...from myself :)

[Wachenfeldt]

Smitty has hard experiences of life, and his music gives me time to think about the important things in life, love etc. I feel he is a genuine man and musician, and this song is the best I've heard since "Go west young man" back in 1990!

[liljendahl1980]

@Wachenfeldt He didn't make this song... this is a cover.. the song is made by a Danish band called Carpark North they made the song in year 2008.. so.... IT IS NOT HIS SONG!! it wasent ment to be a christian song..

[69pattty]

Great Song, I cant wait for the Album to be out.....

[netelouribolt]

michael , simplesmente é expirado pelo Espirito Santo de Deus, todas suas letras são lindas, simplesmente , sem palavras, como tocam minha alma.

[aazzuull912]

Love is real

[isayah85]

Haha! This song is written by the danish band Carpark North that is not even are christians..

[Reubens]

@isayah85 Tsk... Do you know them personally? :)

I can tell you from knowing them, that two of the band members believe in God :)

[isayah85]

@Reuben .. I don't know them. But they never said officially that they are christians. Two members of the band doesn't make them christians..

[Reubens]

@isayah85 ofc not! :) The band aren't declared christians as a band, and they never will be. I'm just saying some of the members are ^_^

[smittyfan01]

SO LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEW ALBUM!!!!!! :D <3 PRE-ORDERED THE SPECIAL AUTOGRAPHED EDITION ALREADY!!!!! :D <3 SO EXCITED!!!!!! :D <3

[ELMERJIGS]

it's beautifully arranged song!!!!!! ... PERFECT!!!!

it's always PERFECT when it comes to singing a song unto the LORD!

[healthvideosforyou]

wow... that was awesome! I love that song!

[pattythefiddler]

Certainly the images are totally well-thought-out and intentional in conveying the story. I agree with most of your analysis, Kevbox. MWS is genius in his compositions & obviously lets the Holy Spirit flow through him. Awesome song. So true.

[liljendahl1980]

@pattythefiddler it is not his song.. he didn't write it..! A danish band called Carpark North wrote this song in 2008..

[FeeFinger666]

I love this song! the version of Carpark North is however still better, I think

[dahlee030176]

@FeeFinger666 I like MWS version than Carpark North . The voice of Michael and the sound of the band is more pleasing to the ears than Carpark North

[filipsimonsen]

@dahlee030176 That is because MWS is not singing the high notes like CPN is... And this is a pop version, and when CPN originally made this one, it was supposed to be a rock version... IMO is the intro the only thing MWS is doing better than CPN.

[thenewenglandredneck]

@FeeFinger666 It's nice to know people still give you thumbs up for a personal oppinion. I'd disagree but I have no problem with you saying what you just said. Everybody has a God given right to prefer one over the other and still appreciate the one we less prefer if you understand what I'm saying...

[FranklinP07]

Anything from Michael W. Smith is great.

[liveloud77]

@FranklinP07 Too many people think so.. which turned a good artist into a bad one.

[Joeykugelmann]

@liveloud77 Man you made my day! :D or isn't that a joke?

Why would you think he is a bad artist? did you ever realy listened to his composing talents? im listening to a lot of music but i think he is the best! or did i just misunderstand you?

Later....

[dahlee030176]

@FranklinP07 I agree with you Franklin . If you are avid fan of Michael W Smith like me, he has a upcoming album entitled WONDER . you will love his songs there. It will be out in the USA markets on September 28. If you  want to have the FB page of MWS . look for him on Facebook . He is great, a total performer musician .

[Kevbox2008]

These images tell a story and it's probably unintentional. First, they're all B&W which is a battle of Light & Darkness.

Image 1) Smitty is facing the camera w/ his left eye (all seeing eye) highlighted & right eye shadowed.

Image 2) His back to the cam (rebellion) dressed in all black facing darkness.

Image 3) Turned around (repentance) w/face highlighted and black jacket (sin) gone.

Image 4) Smiling (Joy) and facing the Light w/ back to the Darkness.

God DID save me from myself!! Thx, Smitty

[Cipciopciap]

@Kevbox2008 you should thx Carparck North...not Smitty.

[Themusicofangels]

heared the song on the radio, love it!

[thenewenglandredneck]

This song is amazing, not that I expected anything less from Michael. I hope you can go into a new decade after this one.

[dahlee030176]

@thenewenglandredneck Amen !!!

[KadiebugWilliams]

We all need to be saved from ourselves. Thanks for reminding us all of this fact, Michael. And thank you, Jesus, for being the one to accomplish this task on our behalf.

[LyndaP31]

AWSOME! I can't wait for this!

[GARYMANDIEVAN]

Whats up Michael is this you are my imagination this song is awesome its got a live feel to me and thats when you are at your best. I predict you will go far ahahhahhah

[elisio4]

WOW!!!! So poweful and meaningful! God bless you, Michael! You're a great blessing, bro.

[ministryxrock]

WOWWWWW , :D ii can't wait the new Albulm ! :) <3 Good job mic ! God bless you !

[shadowfolgers3000]

love it, hey michael, just so you know, I listened to you when I would go to kindergarten, your music got me through the day then and still does, now I am 16! you rock man, oh and my name is michael too

[liljendahl1980]

@shadowfolgers3000 LA DI DA..!! 

[bigd522524]

Yes He did !

[woodly135]

Amazing!

[mrnmrsyounger]

Awesome

[hpnerd5000]

Who cares about being first or second? I really love this song i cant want to get the album!!!

[gurewa]

SECOND!



[wajona]

FIRST!!!!.....YEEAHHH!