Who Am I
Elvis Presley · His Hand in Mine
Came to dwell among the lowly such as i
To suffer shame and such disgrace
On mount calvary take my place
Then I ask myself this question
Who am i?
Who am I that the king would bleed and die for?
Who am I that he would pray not my will, thine lord?
The answer I may never know
Why he ever loved me so
That to an old rugged cross heÂ’d go
For who am i?
When IÂ’m reminded of his words
IÂ’ll leave you never
If youÂ’ll be true IÂ’ll give to you life forever
Oh I wonder what I could have done
To deserve godÂ’s only son
To fight my battles until theyÂ’re won
For who am i?
Who am I that the king would bleed and die for
Who am I that he would pray not my will, thine lord
The answer I may never know
Why he ever loved me so
That to an old rugged cross heÂ’d go
For who am i?
That to an old rugged cross heÂ’d go, for who am i?
Who Am I
Who Am I stands as a poignant song in Elvis Presley's gospel catalogue, appearing on the 1960 album His Hand in Mine. Recorded during a period when Presley was deeply immersed in religious themes, the track showcases his signature emotive delivery within the Southern Gospel tradition. The song reflects the introspective nature of his work during this era, moving away from the high-energy rock and roll of his earlier years toward a more spiritual and contemplative sound. As part of a body of work that solidified his reputation as the King of Gospel, the recording highlights his ability to convey vulnerability and devotion. It remains a cherished example of his versatility, demonstrating how he seamlessly integrated sacred music into his broader discography while maintaining the vocal power that defined his career.