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Keith Green

American contemporary Christian musician and songwriter (1953-1982) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 28

Keith Gordon Green was an American pianist, singer, songwriter, and musician. Originally from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York, Green is known as a pioneer in the Christian contemporary genre.

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Gospel Music Hall of Fame

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His most notable songs are "Oh Lord You're Beautiful", "Grace by Which I Stand", and "Asleep in The Light," written by Keith Green; "There Is a Redeemer", written by Melody Green; "Your Love Broke Through,” written by Keith Green, Todd Fishkind, and Randy Stonehill; and "I Want To Be More Like Jesus," written by Keith Green, Melody Green, and Kelly Willard.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1953 to 1982 · aged 28

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