Millard's song, which he performs with his band MercyMe, became a cross-over success nearly 20 years ago, and is still the bestselling Christian single of all time. Fortunately, it took nearly 8 years for the movie to develop, giving Millard, 45, enough time to psychologically prepare himself.

Correspondingly, what is the story behind even if by MercyMe?

Bart says many of MercyMe's songs come out of hard times. “Even If” was written because of a bad day and Bart's son's battle with diabetes.

Similarly, how did Mercy Me get their name? The group's name, "MercyMe", originated during Millard's time as a youth ministry intern in Florida. Concerned that her grandson was home whenever she called, Millard's grandmother would exclaim, "Well mercy me, why don't you get a real job?"

Also to know, what's the story behind the song I can only imagine?

In 2001, Christian rock band MercyMe released "I Can Only Imagine," the lyrics for which lead singer Bart Millard wrote in just ten minutes. Inspired by the loss of his father, who was abusive before being diagnosed with cancer and transformed by faith, Millard's song struck a chord.

Who discovered the band Mercy Me?

This trip inspired Millard to pursue a full-time musical career. Millard and two of his friends, James Phillip Bryson and Michael John Scheuchzer moved to Oklahoma City, and formed MercyMe. Since then, the band has recorded six independent, nine studio, two exclusive, two Christmas, and one compilation album.

Who wrote EVEN IF?

David Garcia
Tim Timmons

Who writes the songs for MercyMe?

With great worship songs in their collection it can be difficult to pick out the ten best, but here are ten of the best songs by MercyMe. A worship song co-written by Millard, Graul and Steven Curtis Chapman that is a great proclamation that Jesus reigns over everything.

When was even if by MercyMe released?

2017

Did Amy Grant really give I can only imagine back to Mercy Me?

Amy Grant, originally given the rights to release "I Can Only Imagine" as a single, gave the rights back to MercyMe in 2001. She later released her version of "I Can Only Imagine" in 2002, pairing it in a medley with "Sing the Wondrous Love of Jesus".

Who sang the song I can only imagine?

MercyMe

Why did Bart Millard's mom leave?

Did Bart Millard's mom walk out when he was 13 because of abuse? No. The I Can Only Imagine true story reveals that Bart's parents divorced when he was just three years old. It was decided that it would be best for Bart and his older brother Stephen to stay with their father, Arthur (People).

What does I can imagine mean?

" I can imagine" means you already know and understand what the other says and you agree to it probably due to having previously experienced the same or upon theoretical knowledge or deep understanding of a certain situation .

How old is Bart Millard?

47 years (December 1, 1972)

Is movie I can only imagine a true story?

I Can Only Imagine is a 2018 American Christian drama film directed by the Erwin Brothers and written by Alex Cramer, Jon Erwin, and Brent McCorkle, based on the story behind the group MercyMe's song "I Can Only Imagine", the best-selling Christian single of all time.

Did Bart Millard really sing at Amy Grant concert?

Back in the early 2000s, when MercyMe's song 'I Can Only Imagine' started becoming popular, Amy Grant also recorded it for her hymns project. During Gospel Music Week, she and Vince Gill invited Bart Millard to the stage to sing it together with them.

What happened to Bart Millard's brother?

'Man, that's hard to watch'
Stephen Millard, five years older, at first encouraged his brother to make a movie that centered on their childhood, Bart said. Bart Millard eventually reconciled with his dad, holding his father's hand when he died of cancer in 1991.

Can't even imagine meaning?

used for emphasizing that something is very difficult to imagine, understand etc. I can't even begin to imagine what it's like for him, bringing up three kids on his own.

Where did mercy me start?

Edmond, Oklahoma, United States

Did MercyMe break up?

MercyMe was exhausted by trying to live up to other people's expectations. About 10 years after the Christian band charted its multi-platinum song “I Can Only Imagine,” they were on the brink of breaking up. They were tired from constant touring. Singer Bart Millard said their families were "hanging by a thread."

What genre of music is MercyMe?

Contemporary Christian music
Indie rock
Contemporary worship music

How long is a Mercy Me concert?

Each MercyMe concert is roughly 2 1/2 to 3 hours in length.

Where is Bart Millard from?

Greenville, Texas, United States