Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)

21 Sep 97 - 07:11 PM (#12781)
Subject: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: GaryD

Just came from a Jam..Friend looking for Gospel Lyrics for "on My Father's Side"..Tried Cowpie & This one & "The Gospel Music Archive" but no luck...Anyone out there?.Thanks

MODERATOR'S WARNING: At least two different songs with the same title are discussed in this thread. One was written by John Reinhardt and the other was written by Felicia Shiflett. The thread is confusing because many people who posted don't seem to be aware that there is more than one, and it often isn't clear which song they are talking about.

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21 Sep 97 - 10:29 PM (#12795)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: Gene

Some friends performed this song/narraton at the last two bluegrass events I went to....I will be in their area in a week or two and if no one posts it before then, I will get the lyrics for it...

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22 Sep 97 - 10:23 PM (#12911)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: GaryD

Thanks, Gene!..I'll be watching..

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28 Sep 97 - 09:26 PM (#13413)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: GaryD

Still Looking for the Lyrics..Anyone out there can help?

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18 Oct 97 - 11:31 PM (#14957)
Subject: Lyr Add: ON MY FATHER'S SIDE (Felecia Shiflett)
From: Gene

Gary, I finally obtained the following lyrics to the song in question, from a friend of mine. I have never heard a recorded version of the song, so I don't know who wrote or recorded it....BMI list three songs by this title and three different authors...

ON MY FATHER'S SIDE
(Felecia Shiflett)

A young boy just happened to be at the temple one day
Met with the doctors and they were just amazed
Never had they seen one so young speak so swift
They asked him many questions; the conversation went like this:

CHORUS:

What's your name son?
On my mother's side, my name is Jesus!
But on my Father's side, I'm called Immanuel.
How old are you son?
On my mother's side, I am twelve years old!
But on my Father's side, I've just always been.
Where are you from Son?
A town called Bethlehem, it's near Jerusalem.
Well, what are your plans son?
I'll be crucified, in three days, I'll arise
And sit at my Father's side.

Who he was, the Son of God, and yet the son of man
I can't help but wonder how Joseph must have felt
When through an open door that day, he heard his son reply
You see, I am the King of Kings, on my Father's side.

CHORUS

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19 Oct 97 - 04:39 PM (#14970)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: GaryD

Gene, You're awesome!...Thanks, my friend will be tickled to get this..we'll hear it at our next Jam..If I can do anything for you let me know.

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05 Apr 00 - 01:28 AM (#206898)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: Dale Rose

A friend of mine from Creal Springs, IL did this on the PBS special, River of Song, for those of you who have a copy of it lying around the house.

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17 Apr 06 - 05:32 AM (#1720038)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: Jim Dixon

According to Allmusic.com, this song ON MY FATHER'S SIDE was written by Felecia Shiflett. A recording by The Village Singers appears on 2 albums: "There's a Great Day Coming" (1999) and "When I Get There" (2002).

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31 May 07 - 10:09 AM (#2064889)
Subject: RE: On My Father's Side:Lyrics?
From: GUEST,JoAnn Clark

I have heard this song performed a number of times, with slightly different words. I'll just post the lines that are different

Where are you from, son?
On my mother's side, I'm from Bethlehem
On my father's side, it's New Jerusalem
How old are you son?
On my mother's side. I am twelve years
but on my father's side, I've just always been
What are your plans son?
On my mother's side, I'll be crucified,
But on my father's side, I'll rise again
And I'll sit by my father's side.

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09 Oct 07 - 09:23 PM (#2167700)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

The Original On My Father's Side was written by John Reinhardt and performed by The Reinhardts. I believe it was #1 for several months.
I don't know the lyrics but I do remember it was powerful. The song you are referring to came later.

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10 Oct 07 - 12:46 PM (#2168145)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: jayhins

The Number One Hit On My Father's Side was written by John Reinhardt and recorded by The Reinhardts. There were a couple of subsequent Tunes but this one was the original. I don't have the lyrics but will try to find them

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12 Oct 07 - 12:12 AM (#2169342)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

i just wanted to write and say , that i heard this song for the first time and it moved me so much ,that i just had to find the words. i appreciate whoever posted them!!!!! thanks so much!!!!!!!!!!

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12 Oct 07 - 07:43 PM (#2169937)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Paul

I have the CD on My Fathers Side, It is by the Village singers and I ordered it from their website . I would like to find the sheet music for it but have had no luck doing so. If anyone has it would you let me know.

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13 Oct 07 - 03:53 PM (#2170444)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Q (Frank Staplin)

Chords, etc. by Village Singers at

http://www.chordie.com/chord.pere/www.roughstock.com/cowpie/songs/v/village-singers/on-my-fathers-side-crd

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13 Oct 07 - 05:08 PM (#2170468)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Arkie

I first heard this by Wendy Bagwell some years ago and have also heard it done by the Village Singers. It could be on one of Bagwell's recordings. If you like gospel music and have not heard the Village Singers, you might check them out and sample their music.   I think MP3s are available through emusic.com. Their vocals remind me of the Chuck Wagon Gang.

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14 Oct 07 - 03:38 PM (#2171020)
Subject: Lyr Add: ON MY FATHER'S SIDE (Felecia Shiflett)
From: GUEST,Grover

ON MY FATHER'S SIDE
(Words and music by Felecia Shiflett)

1. Just a young boy in the temple one day
Shared with the doctors. They were so amazed.
Never had they seen one so young speak so swift.
They ask Him many questions. The conversation went like this:

CHORUS:
[MALE SPEAKING:] Son, what's your name? [or: What's your name, son?]
[FEMALE SINGING:] On my Mother's side, my name is Jesus.
On my Father's side, they call me Emmanuel.
[MALE SPEAKING:] How old are you?
[FEMALE SINGING:] On my Mother's side, now I'm 12 years,
But on my Father's side, I've just always been.
[MALE SPEAKING:] Where ya from?
[FEMALE SINGING:] On my Mother's side, I'm from Bethlehem,
But on my Father's side, it's New Jerusalem.
[MALE SPEAKING:] What's your plan?
[FEMALE SINGING:] On my Mother's side, I'll be crucified,
But on my Father's side, in three days I will rise,
And I'll sit on [at] my Father's side.

2. He was the Son of God, yet the Son of Man,
And I can't help but wonder just how brother Joseph must have felt [or: wonder how Joseph must have felt]
As through an open door that day he heard his Son reply.
He said, "You see, I am the King of Kings; that's on my Father's side."

REPEAT CHORUS

In three days I will rise,
And I'll sit on [at] my Father's side.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwIe1RuFZLI (recording by Liberty)

Link added by Joe Offer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Shp7oDgNXk (Village Singers Recording)
[Alternate lyrics in brackets above are from the Village Singers recording]

Songwriter contact information: Felecia Shiflett Music, 48 Stone Mill Walk, Griffin GA USA 30224-5455, 770-233-8888

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16 Oct 07 - 07:51 AM (#2172193)
Subject: Lyr Add: ON MY FATHER'S SIDE (John Reinhardt)
From: Jim Dixon

Lyrics copied from Southern Gospel News forum:

ON MY FATHER'S SIDE
(John L. Reinhardt, Jr.)

1. Jesus sat there in the temple, just a lad of early age,
Talking with the scholars who were utterly amazed.
They marveled how a child could ever be this wise
And when they asked how old He was, I'm sure it took them by surprise
When Jesus said, "On Mother's side I'm only twelve years old,

CHORUS 1:
"But on my Father's side, I am Alpha and Omega;
On my Father's side, the Beginning and the End.
On my Father's side is the throne I left in Heaven.
Soon I'll sit down on the right of my Father's side again."

2. It was clear for them to see He was no ordinary boy,
'Cause with every word He spoke there was power in His voice.
I can almost hear Him answer all the questions being thrown
As the teacher asked Him, "Son, where do you call home?"
And Jesus said, "On Mother's side I'm just a lowly Nazarene,

CHORUS 2:
"But on my Father's side, my residence is Heaven.
On my Father's side, the gates stand open wide
To my Father's side, where the saints will be rejoicing
When I step across the tide to my Father's side."

BRIDGE:
If your sins are washed away then you have been redeemed.
Now we are His family, so join with us and sing:

CHORUS 3:
On our Father's side our residence is Heaven.
On our Father's side, the gates stand open wide
To our Father's side where the saints will be rejoicing,
When we step across the tide to our Father's side.

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(These links added by Joe Offer)

http://www.myspace.com/reinhardtsreunion/music/songs/on-my-fathers-side-58054062

http://www.songramp.com/mod/mps/viewtrack.php?trackid=84260

Songwriter contact info: HARDT MEDIA GROUP
Atlanta/Nashville
877-271-0181
HARDT MEDIA GROUP Atlanta/Nashville hardtmediagroup.com

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22 Oct 07 - 04:31 PM (#2176764)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Nina

This song has been recorded by The Homestead Pickers, a great instrumental/vocal quartet from Branson, Missouri. I had the privilege of hearing them in August. Their website has a number of their CDs for sale. http://www.homesteadpickers.com/

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08 Nov 07 - 11:10 AM (#2189009)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Pam

Here's the chorus. Anyone found the verses yet?


ON MY FATHER'S SIDE

What's your name, young man?
On my Mother's side, my name is Jesus!
But on my Father's side, I'm called "Emmanuel!"

Where're you from, young man?
On my Mother's side, I'm from Bethlehem,
But on my Father's side, it's New Jerusalem!

What's your age, young man?
On my Mother's side, I am twelve years,
But on my Father's side, I have always been!

What're your plans, young man?
On my Mother's side, I'll be crucified!
But on my Father's side, in three days I'll rise and sit at my Father's side!

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09 Jan 08 - 11:37 PM (#2232713)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Warren Goad and I am the guitar player and bass singer for the Village Singers. I found this forum while doing a search on Google for "On My Father's Side Lyrics". I get at least 2 or 3 emails a week asking for the lyrics to this song. I don't give them out due to legal issues with the copyright, but I wanted a way to point them to the words without giving them out.

The lyrics as to the way we sing it are closest to what Grover posted.

The song that little Jan Buckner wrote that sang with Wendy is called ON MY MOTHER'S SIDE. Both songs were inspired by a sermon given by a black minister that Felecia was attending. Jan's minister was also attending and liked the message so much that he came back and gave it at Jan's church. One sermon told by 2 different ministers inspired 2 songs.

I have never heard of The Reinhardts. We got the song from a group called "Twice as Nice" from Texarkana. They no longer travel or perform together.

The Homestead Pickers got the song from us when we played the gazebo theater in Silver Dollar City. Great folks.

The song got a boost when the Bott Radio Network played the song for the Christmas season several years ago. I am not sure but they may play it every year around Christmas.

Hope this clears up a few things.

Thanks
Warren

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Link added by Joe Offer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Shp7oDgNXk (Village Singers Recording)

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11 Jan 08 - 05:02 PM (#2234227)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Sarah

For those looking to hear how ON MY FATHER'S SIDE sounds you can go to the following link and get a touch of how it sounds:

http://www.whitmoresmusic.com/Accompaniment-Tracks/Village_Singers/On_My_Father's_Side/2047.html

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13 Jan 08 - 02:27 PM (#2235532)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Arkie

Warren, thanks for posting the information on this song here. I have the Village Singers recording of the song but it has been a lot of years since hearing Jan Buckner sing her version and I did not really notice the differences.

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29 Jan 08 - 02:38 AM (#2247620)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Ellita Blackburn

My name is Ellita Blackburn, my maiden name was Reinhardt. My cousins formed the group in the late 80's called "THE REINHARDTS". My cousin John Reinhardt wrote that song and I believe it hit number one on the charts. If you need any more information, I will try to help you.

[e-mail]

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29 Jan 08 - 11:12 AM (#2247857)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Arkie

Ellita thanks for your input. Do you happen to know what John's inspiration may have been for his song?

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04 Oct 08 - 05:45 PM (#2457325)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I need the music as well as the words to this song "On My Father's Side". Where can I get them?

Elizabeth Schweikhard
[e-mail]

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28 Aug 09 - 10:43 PM (#2711286)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,found it

The Village singers from Texas Recorded this And I was told by them there is no sheet music avialable. They sent me a cd with words and music.

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09 Sep 09 - 08:20 PM (#2720232)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Cyndee

I would like to sing this at church, but need sheet music for organ or guitar, Does anyone know where I can get it. [e-mail]

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29 Sep 09 - 12:37 PM (#2734214)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Guest, Don

I would love for my choir to sing this song. I have the CD made by the Village Singers and really like it. I have not heard the song as performed by the Reinhardts but I will try to also buy it. I would like either or both the sheet music and a recording of the music. If it is available, please let me know where I can purchase it.

[e-mail]

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18 Oct 09 - 03:39 PM (#2747392)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

On my Father's { Mother's } Side I am pretty sure it is sung by the Mercy Bros.

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08 Nov 09 - 05:27 PM (#2762351)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

Just found this link to ON MY FATHER'S SIDE by The Reinhardts
http://www.myspace.com/reinhardtsreunion/

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24 Dec 09 - 01:21 PM (#2795754)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Diane

Just came across this forum, when I was watching a YouTube video of the song "On My Father's Side" by the Barn Again Gang. Here is a link to the YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5ddoyfn6g4

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24 Dec 09 - 09:03 PM (#2796033)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,999

Note: two messages in this thread state that ON MY FATHER'S SIDE was written by Felecia Shiflett.
-Joe Offer-


GOOGLE    Felecia Shifflett    Note spelling.

click on the site below. Lyrics as attributed to Shifflett are there on the page that will come up. I have no idea how to c and p them.


A Sharper Way of Thinking - Google Books Resultby Justin Michell - 2009 - Religion - 187 pages
Felecia Shifflett wrote a song picturing the time Jesus spoke with the religious leaders in the temple when He was twelve years old. ...
books.google.ca/books?isbn=1606967096...

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21 Feb 10 - 03:30 PM (#2846011)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

Still looking for the sheet music. Does anyone know where to purchase it? thanks

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07 Mar 10 - 01:30 PM (#2858464)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Aleta Ambler

Thanks to everyone for all the "On my Father's Side" information. I have the Village Singers CD coming & will use these poster versions so our Catholic Religious Education students can sing it for Easter.

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08 Mar 10 - 03:54 AM (#2858908)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Joe Offer

I suppose it's mostly a matter of taste, but I don't like it. My college major was theology and I've been a Catholic catechist for over 40 years; and I wouldn't use a song like that in Catholic religious education. It's more suited for one of those country-western born-again churches. I'd suggest you check with your pastor or Director of Religious Education before using it.
-Joe-

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19 Apr 10 - 01:35 AM (#2889547)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,Guest Jean

I am looking for the sheet music with guitar chords listed so our worship team can use it for worship service. Does anyone know where I can find it? We love this song.

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19 Apr 10 - 10:54 AM (#2889835)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: Arkie

I actually like hearing the song, but like Joe would not want it used in our Methodist church service. Our choir director knows a lot about music but very little about theology and this could be something that would be used.

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27 Sep 10 - 11:30 AM (#2994521)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

do any one know where i could get this song on cd or tape or dvd

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18 Oct 10 - 01:58 PM (#3009968)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I feel sorry for those churches where this song would not be appropriate. My Baptist Church in Ochelata will love this song. I truly feel touched by God every time I hear the song.

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08 Jan 11 - 10:28 PM (#3070270)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I have the Lyr for on My Fathers Side, but I need the music for piano. If anyone can help me or of anyone knows where I can get the music for the piano, I would greatly appreciate it. This is one of the most moving song that I have heard. thank you so much for your helps.    [e-mail]

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24 Jan 11 - 11:15 AM (#3081435)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I am singing On My Fathers Side on Easter Sunday. I went to a Bible Book store and they pulled the music off the song on the internet and so I have it with both they lyrics and then only the music.

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22 Feb 11 - 02:12 PM (#3100498)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

Would you be willing to share the music that you were able to get. It seems as though you were the only one that posted in this thread that was able to find it. I would just like to learn it to sing to my children.

Email address is [e-mail]

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07 Apr 11 - 05:44 PM (#3130853)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

I just love this song.. I'm part of a church group and we are hoping to sing and play this on easter sunday.. anyone know where we can get the chords and or just the music..

Thanks,
Dana

[e-mail]

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13 Apr 11 - 03:43 PM (#3134554)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

Hello!

I am trying to fine guitar chords, to ON MY FATHER'S SIDE. If anyone can help that would so be appreciated. Just want then so I can share with my church and to sing to the nursing home residents. Thank you. Marcie.

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28 Jun 11 - 12:54 PM (#3177849)
Subject: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

Does anyone know where you can buy music by Felicia Shiflett & Liberty if you do e-mail me at [e-mail]
thank so much

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28 Jun 11 - 12:58 PM (#3177852)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST,999

YouTube - "On My Father's Side" Original Recording by Liberty

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17 Jul 11 - 08:46 PM (#3189748)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side
From: GUEST

you can find the song on youtube its by the barn again gang thats the only way i got them if you need i can send them to you

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19 Jul 11 - 06:50 PM (#3191015)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: Jim Dixon

Repertoire.BMI.com lists 4 different songs (or tunes) called ON MY FATHER'S SIDE:

One was written by John L. Reinhardt, Jr., and published by Chestnut Mound Music.
One was written by Felecia Shiflett and published by Felecia Shiflett Music.
One was written by Louie Nettles and published by Love Peace and Happiness Music.
One was written by Gary W. Duty and published by Carried Away Music.

In addition, Repertoire.BMI.com lists a song called ON MY MOTHER'S SIDE, which is credited to Jan Buckner, Felecia Shiflett, and John Turner. It was published by Canaanland Music and by Felecia Shiflett Music.

...and a song called MY FATHER'S SIDE, which written by Harry Reynolds and published by Universal Songs of Polygram International, Inc.

The U.S. Copyright Office says Reinhardt's song ON MY FATHER'S SIDE was published as an audio cassette in 1990.

Allmusic.com says that Shiflett's song ON MY FATHER'S SIDE appeared on 2 albums by the Village Singers: "There's a Great Day Coming" (1999) and "When I Get There" (2002).

The Reinhardt song, sung by The Reinhardts, can be seen and heard in a video at YouTube. The lyrics that they sing are very close to the lyrics that I copied from the Southern Gospel News web site and posted above.

YouTube has recordings of the Shiflett song sung by
The Village Singers,
Liberty,
The Barn Again Gang [sic],
and many others. The words are close to those posted by Grover above.

Judging by the number of amateur recordings posted a YouTube (which I have not listed), I'd say the Shiflett song is far more popular than the Reinhardt song.

I haven't found any recordings of the songs by Nettles, Duty, or Reynolds.

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26 Jul 11 - 03:09 PM (#3196021)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,Klaus Leist, Germany

My sister in law sent me the link of youtube to "My father's side" and I am so blessed of this song, it's really hitting my heart, and I do what I can to spread it out in Germany. Thanks to the preacher-man who had the sermon, which led to that song. It would be great if he would give us a comment how he got this pefect idea of the subject.

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02 Aug 11 - 10:49 PM (#3200662)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,GUEST - aks

Did a little research and found the following information regarding "On My Father's Side" and "On My Mother's Side":
"On My Father's Side" was copyrighted on 9/21/1990, as written by John L. Reinhardt.
"On My Mother's Side" was copyrighted on 3/13/1992 by Felecia Shiflett Music, with words & music by: Jan Buckner, John Turner, Felecia Shiflett.
There is NO copyright for "On My Father's Side" by Felecia Shiflett Music - - although they claim credit for the song with BMI.

If you look over the various lyrics listed above for the two songs, it appears to be very clear that "On My Mother's Side" is nothing more than a blatant rip-off of "On My Father's Side".

If you'd like to write to Felecia Shiflett Music for the lyrics and sheet music for "On My Mother's Side", you can reach them at:

Felecia Shiflett Music
48 Stone Mill Walk
Griffin, GA. USA 30224-5455

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03 Aug 11 - 12:46 AM (#3200690)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: Jim Dixon

Guest AKS: Before alleging a "blatant rip-off" you should read the earlier message from another guest, which lays out a completely believable scenario about how two people heard the same sermon (or two versions of the same sermon) and independently had the idea to turn the theme of the sermon into a song.

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13 Aug 11 - 01:29 PM (#3207338)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,Guest

Just want to say that I don't care who wrote the song, it is one of the most moving ones I've ever heard. As for the Methodist and Catholic who said they would not want it used in their services, I think anyone who really listened to the words would disagree with them. Our Methodist Church would use it any time and most especially at Easter. Joe said it's most suited for one of those country-western born again churches....all I can say is I'm glad I belong to one of them.

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30 Aug 11 - 12:37 PM (#3215235)
Subject: Re: Lazarus by the Barn Again Gang
From: GUEST,Guest

Does anyone know the words to the song "Lazarus" by the Barn Again Gang? I love it but can't find the words anywhere. Thanks for any help.

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15 Sep 11 - 11:34 AM (#3223617)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

I just found the guitar music for "on my fathers side at: http://www.classic-country-song-lyrics.com/onmyfatherssidelyricschords.html

Hope that helps! I haven't found piano music for it.

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29 Sep 11 - 07:57 PM (#3231388)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,Judy

We have been singing "On My Father's Side" in our Catholic Parish for a short while now, and everybody loves it.

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26 Feb 12 - 03:17 PM (#3313719)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,gmawpapaj

What I need to know is....Who is Liberty?...That is the person singing this that I have and can't find anything on Liberty....I love this song...can you help or know someone that I can email to get this info..
Thanks,
Carolyn Dickerson'
[e-mail]

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07 Mar 12 - 02:43 PM (#3318818)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

where can i find the verse in the bible?

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10 Apr 12 - 11:28 PM (#3336569)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

I am looking for music to my fathers side with only music to sing in my church
I heard it by ray overholt but cant find it the words i have are by the Barn again gang
I could use any music for this song

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24 Apr 12 - 11:21 AM (#3342571)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

If you're looking for On My Father's Side, the version by Liberty and Barn again gang:

From BMI:

Felecia Shiflett Stephens
DBA Felecia Shiflett Music
PO Box 1203
Hampton, GA 30228

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06 Mar 13 - 06:51 PM (#3487279)
Subject: ADD: On My Mother's Side
From: Joe Offer

I found one more song, this one on a recording by Wendy Bagwell & the Sunliters. I take it this is a variant of the Felicia Shifflett song.

ON MY MOTHER'S SIDE
(words & music by: Jan Buckner, John Turner, Felecia Shiflett)

Joseph and Mary went searching three days
For the Son they had raised;
They found Him teaching in the temple,
And this He to say:

[spoken] I'm doing my Father's business.
[sung] I'm doing my Father's business
The elders had never heard
Such wisdom so they asked, how, when, and where
Who is this child with the words?

[spoken] Son, what's your name?
[sung] On my mother's side, my name is Jesus,
On my Father's side, Emmanuel.

[spoken] Son, how old are you?
[sung] On my mother's side, I'm twelve years,
On my Father's side, I've always been.

[spoken] And where were you born?
[sung] On my mother's side, I was born in Bethlehem,
On my Father's side, the New Jerusalem.

[spoken] What are your plans, son?
[sung] On my mother's side, I will be crucified,
On my Father's side, in three days I will rise,
I will rise, and sit at my Father's side.

[reprise - sung] On my mother's side, my name is Jesus,
On my Father's side, Emmanuel.
On my mother's side, I will be crucified,
On my Father's side, in three days I will rise,
I will rise, I will rise, I will rise.

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04 Oct 15 - 12:21 PM (#3741734)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

I want to buy a cd of this song, how do I buy a copy? Can you get me information, I want the orginal version by Liberty, It is impossible to find

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23 Feb 16 - 02:46 PM (#3774586)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST,Liberated

Felecia wrote the song in the spring/summer of 1990 after being inspired by a black minister preaching on Jerry Falwell's TV program. How John Reinhardt's song came to be that same year (fall), the question should be directed to Mr. Rodney Sexton from Gainesville GA area. He will know. The story behind Little Jan's version is she wanted to cut Felecia out entirely and just take the song. When Felecia balked, Jan decided to write her own version so her name would appear on the song. After a compromise Jan came up with "On my Mothers Side" and gave Felecia a third credit. Liberty loved Wendy and sang with them several times. I am positive he would not have approved if he'd known but Felecia never like the "business" side of singing so she let it go. Not much to do after that but get what you can. The original version on You tube by "Liberty" is the version that started it all.

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07 Jun 23 - 11:52 AM (#4174048)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On My Father's Side (2 songs)
From: GUEST

Why can’t I find anywhere to purchase this music?

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