Chevel Shepherd - The Letter (Official Music Video)

Published on July 24, 2020
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Chevel Shepherd
Song: The Letter
Director: David Dibble
Songwriters: Julie Wood (ASCAP/JamminJules Music), Kellys Collins (BMI/Songs of 2Bar Music/Starstruck Writers Alliance)
Label: Country Sweetheart
Lyrics:
She had a ring of gold and a three-year-old
And a house with a wooden fence
The doctors tried and her family cried
‘Cause it didn't make no sense
But somewhere deep inside she knew God knew better
So in the middle of the night... dim night light…she started her letter
It said...
Don't give up right before the miracle
Don't let this world turn you cold and cynical
Take these words write ‘em on your heart
Let your light shine through the dark
And when you think you've had enough
Keep looking up keep looking up
Well she got the note that her momma wrote
On the day she turned eleven
On the envelope she read the words...
To my little girl from heaven
She couldn't remember the smell of her skin
Oh but on that night it was like she was holding her again
When she read…
Don't give up right before the miracle
Don't let this world turn you cold and cynical
Take these words write ‘em on your heart
Let your light shine through the dark
And when you think you've had enough
Keep looking up keep looking up
Find a man who will hold your hand and loves you for you
And for heaven’s sake you'll make mistakes but whatever you do...
Don't give up right before the miracle
Don't let this world turn you cold and cynical
Take these words write ‘em on your heart
Let your light shine through the dark
And when you think you've had enough
And you need me to pour down my love
Keep looking up
Keep looking up
Keep looking up

[@Shutterfreek]

We balled like babies the first time we heard this song and we literally cry every time we hear it and I'm teared now as I write this. Seeing our daughter in this video just makes hard to even express in words how eternally grateful we are for Chevel Shepherd and her family. We watched her from the very begging of The Voice and were fortunate enough to be from her home town in Farmington which caused our paths to cross. I can say unequivocally that she has one of the most authentically bright souls of anyone we've ever been around. Fame hasn't changed her one bit and I feel like that is so rare today. Her God given talent combined with her beautiful soul makes her such an important force in this world, we just consider it a privilege to say we know her. This song, it's meaning, the sound, her voice...it's all perfection. We love you Chevel. Thank you so much for touching our daughters life, and for setting such a powerful example. Evert bit of it is priceless. SHARE THIS SONG!

[@laura8512]

Gods blessings

[@johnshelley9762]

I cried too.

[@aea061569]

One of the best songs I have heard in a very long time and by one of the most beautiful voices ever!! God Bless!🤗♥️🙏🏻

[@bighurt35ofno]

I can't stop listening to this song and I cry every time I listen to it so sad but yet inspiring what perfection everything about this song

[@kaylaannistasia13]

I lost my mom 4 years ago and the year she passed I got pregnant with my little girl. I miss my mom more than I can express and I hope she is watching from somewhere beautiful as her grand babies grow.

[@AndresGarcia-rx5co]

Remember this song when she steps into the red carpet and wins awards, so amazed by this song, beautiful voice and lyrics

[@rbisports9325]

It needs considerable more play time if it is going to win. It is simply unbelievable that a talent like this is being virtually ignored. It isn't even in the Top 200 on country billboard.

[@mysterymangaman9602]

@@rbisports9325 yeah

[@trinnidybelk185]

I love her, she is super talented and absolutely beautiful. The voice just don’t promote their winners at all

[@josephinefeight3845]

She has a beautiful voice as well as a beautiful girl. Haters gotta hate to make themselves feel better. You go Girl.

[@KathleenIvall-wc2hz]

Here is hoping someone in country gives this another look. She is truly amazing. ❤

[@clararaimundi551]

Please ppl in the industry....don't give this one a hard time She is very talented America needs FEMALE country singers

[@user-qf1wy9tq9u]

100% Agree! From Thailand

[@KCMM.5747]

Couldn't agree more!! From Thailand as well as comment above😅

[@clifcarothers8559]

beautiful song, beautiful mom

[@jaytomm]

She is one of the best country singers America has ever made, love her since Kelly found her...

[@samuelkearns7305]

Totally agree!

[@jaytomm]

@Adam Efimoff She is also a very good singer, If you're talking about Kennedy Holmes

[@gretchenweiners4908]

Honestly I'm not a fan of Country until I heard Chevel in THE VOICE...

[@jaytomm]

@@gretchenweiners4908 At least now you're a fan of Her (country music)

[@gretchenweiners4908]

@@jaytomm yeah

[@kwinten2022]

I can't believe how great that song is. The lyrics, the melody, the voice, everything is there. Beautiful story!

[@Arcyvlog101]

Exactly

[@tallig.4299]

Very beautiful. Made me cry.♥️

[@neilosbeverly7462]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@shelbycoil7176]

I just lost my stepmom in August to stage 4 breast cancer and this hits home this makes me think of her so thank you Chevel! I love this song!

[@joegarcia2192]

❤❤😂​ 3:43 @@Arcyvlog101

[@muhammadsalehharun4211]

I see kelly's soul in her voice...

[@danielhackney7806]

This song is as REAL as it gets. My mom fought breast cancer for 3 difficult years. She's singing at the throne of the king of kings with the heavenly host. Her bodily suffering has ended and she's home with the lord in her eternal heavenly body. She was a faithful servant on earth and fought the good fight.

[@faucody]

#1 why does this only have 285k views and #2 why isn’t this being played on the radio yet??

[@jamescraft2789]

3. The 194 people who have disliked have no heart and no understanding of real country music

[@papawoody9597]

Somewhere out there, there's someone who needs to hear this today, and I hope they do.

[@kaykae1549]

Chevel deserve a million subs

[@nascarandrew]

this world may be cruel but the one thing i tell myself everyday is not to give up cause no matter what as kelly clarkson put it what doesnt kill you makes you stronger and ive had so much lose in my life to know the depths of this cruel world and i have reasons to give up hope but then i jump to my spotify or this song specfically to give me hope and for that reminder never to give up

[@lubnajahanjoty6640]

i dont understand why she is so underrated

[@leewalters4393]

Because she's innocent and pure 💕 people in the industry like when their over the top, easily deceived and don't talk about God. I prefer to listen to artist like Chevelle that hasn't gotten corrupted by society

[@jonloop8991]

She isnt underrated, she won the voice.....It is just the big music labels promote songs and artists that support prostitution, drugs and gangs.......This is why we have to develop our own music labels and support artists and songs like this.

[@sydneyzepp]

My freind said the same thing. I think she could get sighned to CCM (Capitol Christian Music).

[@davidthompson1466]

Me either.

[@a1business152]

If this does not bring a tear to your eye you are not human. She is an incredible singer

[@lislumo]

😂🤣😂😂 i had to laugh because I've listened to this song multiple times like daily and i still tear up each single time. Chevel is my favorite out of all seasons of the voice. I have listened to the compilation from her appearances on the voice sooo many times. Patiently waiting for an album release

[@jimmystar6896]

It's a true heart grabbing song with a voice that delivers every word, great song Chevel

[@nascarandrew]

I may not tear up but I feel every lyric more then anyone will ever feel it as I don’t cry at all even with the saddest things I’m a strong guy I feel everything but I never show it why not cause of weakness but cause it’s who I am I connect to lyrics songs images and other things and well as this is a reply I guess I’ll say this the song hit me like a ton of bricks and brought things back that even I don’t know why

[@rich68]

It's a beautiful song by Chevel and yes it does bring a tear to my eyes

[@taylorrobinson2059]

That's probably one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard

[@emmajane9047]

And when i thought i couldnt love her more❤

[@dezritter1552]

Lost my sweet mom, when I was 16, 10 years without her. This song left me balling, oh I miss her, so much!

[@patnevin4478]

Sorry for your loss.

[@orvalnaktewa9333]

Yep talking about empower

[@orvalnaktewa9333]

Same here people tell time heals but hurt still there

[@rgtug1]

why isn't this on country radio

[@sydneyzepp]

I know! It's so good!

[@Nightfighter82]

Because it’s not Country Pop recycled shovelware.

[@libertyann439]

Because its not crap.

[@sydneyzepp]

@@libertyann439 Exactly, it's super beautiful! Definitely not crap!

[@sydneyzepp]

@@Nightfighter82 hers is super good music. I mean, you can't say all country pop is terrible though.

[@Matthew6418]

How is this not at a million views yet what is wrong with America?

[@fedorelchapo9535]

America needs God.

[@hollyfisher8811]

Unfortunately, folks watch smut🙄🤦‍♀️:(

[@markfahim79]

Why she is underrated? 😭😭😭

[@MatthewvMayo]

Damn! Somebody cutting onions.

[@darinsutton7638]

Lol.

[@leedaniels8823]

I hope KC will bring her on the show to sing this beautiful song for the masses! "Like" if you agree!!

[@jhhayes7241]

Chevel captured America while on The Voice-and deservedly won. She's a talent, both under the truck hood and with those god-given, beautiful vocals. I miss the authentic country ballads, and Chevel served this song up on a golden platter. Beautiful person, beautiful spirit and a beautiful voice. I hope we/I hear much more from her. She'll soon enough be on CMA and walking down the red carpet smiling and waving.

[@nigelkavanagh2048]

America you need to wake up!! This girl is a diamond.

[@janerose4350]

Great voice! Kelly Clarkson and this young lady should sing a duet!!

[@gjd3077]

Two Teardrops Floating To The Sea One Happy For The Time That You Were With Me. One sad For All The Wasted Time That I Will never Have back. Rest In Peace Mama Rose

[@margiepatterson3886]

This song right here is a masterpiece. It better get number 1 She deserves it!!!!

[@Matthew6418]

Guys please be sure everyone is requesting this on your local stations this should be a number 1 played everywhere easily! Please start requesting this let's get this there!

[@sefbalmocenaofficial]

This kind of voice should be heard around the world. I hope she gets to become popular in the likes of Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, among others.

[@eveiebaros9634]

Wow wow beautifully great voice i just love her voice .the first time i heard her was on the voice .so powerful n emotional. Sending u Cheval lots of support i am a fan .from Villanueva new Mexico

[@debra.tannerclark5039]

God's innocent precious little loves.

[@caseymo7416]

2:31 “Find a Man that will hold your hand and love you for you”...my Papa knew I had found that man even before I did. 💗

[@daniellearmendi8087]

I'd be like 80 and still listen to your music🙂❤🤠

[@nevergottired5926]

Damn it. This brought me to tears

[@HollaAtKrazy]

This SONG IS FIIIIIIIIIIIIIIRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!

[@Matthew6418]

Great great song great video and one more thing - IT IS ACTUALLY COUNTRY!

[@bkbentley]

Angelic

[@toniadugger3954]

Totally my new FAV🎶💞‼️

[@rastaclothingcompany5876]

Heart felt...passion, pain and hope

[@rebeccashepherd1254]

This song made my heart overflow. I pray to God I live long enough that my grandbabies will remember how much I love them. I'm going to write each of them a letter. Just in case God takes me Home before they get old enough to remember me and my love for Jesus.

[@renaelindstrom6791]

Your comment is beautiful!

[@darinsutton7638]

I always said the same thing .. I still haven't wrote one yet .. The funny thing is when my Dad passed I looked for a letter , never found one though ... So I hope you do it ...

[@rebeccashepherd1254]

@@darinsutton7638 I'm going to. I've started journals for my kids and grandkids. I'm sorry you never found a letter. Losing your Dad is hard. I know. My thoughts are with you!

[@haydenwarner1261]

Chevelle Shepard has the most beautiful voice and she looks like a young Elizabeth Taylor.

[@bobbyhorne4110]

💗keep looking up💗

[@alexnovas]

you are a beautiful gift from God in heaven.....whith the blue sea in your eyes

[@kakiwayang508]

Kelly should bring chevel more often to her talk show and use that platform for chevel to shines.

[@dned5247]

This deserves all the love in the world

[@gduran82165]

Oh My Gosh this made me cry!

[@emmerrylylai7735]

Tears running down my check and miss my mum so much

[@shewolf5525]

❤️ beautiful... I lost my mom 3 yrs ago and I have a daughter of My own now.

[@navymed3]

This song needs WAY more views

[@roseamberzine5846]

Beautiful!

[@jopelatv4210]

Im the no. 1 FAN! ❤

[@Matthew6418]

To the Charles fans that have wondered over here-welcome!

[@Matthew6418]

Listened to this on first break I'm a third shifter been stuck in my head since. Best country song to come out in a long time

[@amberroush3312]

Good Gravy .! 💌🙄 beautiful, love and sooo much more! !

[@ashleyrobey9128]

Yep im crying. WHY is this not on the radio!?!?!

[@Matthew6418]

I've been subbed to her since she won the voice. The fact she isn't in the radio is a shame. Best country voice in this millennium in my opinion.

[@byzinski]

CHEVEL made a grown man cry..ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL SINGING 🎤 & song😍 I MUST BUY THIS NOW 🌹 Portland Oregon USA 🇺🇸

[@xtnashevn9223]

This will go international mark my words 😉

[@muhammadiqmal4729]

I believed in every word. Love from Malaysia.

[@lynitarogers5448]

Chevel. I miss you. I would love for you to get a country contract. You are truly special. And don’t give up.

[@henryfink5348]

2020: this video comes out KZbin: let’s put this in their recommendations

[@therealdudemitch]

How is nobody mentioning that absolutely gorgeous car?!

[@garyblocker9135]

I believe that's the car Chevel got shortly after winning The Voice. Whether her dad gave it to her (he does restorations), or she bought it with her winnings - I don't know.

[@rhondabagwell6363]

She is a beauty

[@rayprosser3549]

wow wow it touch my heart ,so much ,bring tears

[@themanagement3136]

Best Regards from Chevel's management. Thanks for commenting. For more guidance from Chevel herself W''-''H''-''A''-''T''-''S''-''A''-''P''-''P''-'.+''1''4''8''0''6''6''6''1''2''5''0...

[@paulkardas1741]

Beautiful!!! Beyond words.... !!!!

[@lindaharbison2050]

Chevel is blessed, by God, with a beautiful voice. I pray that she keeps being herself, because she's beautiful, inside and out, just the way she is. This song is beautiful! It definitely brought tears to my eyes. You can touch any heart with your songs Chevel. It doesn't matter what age a person is either, whether young or older. You have a God-given talent. Thank you so much for this song! God bless you.

[@drewtube5031]

Why does it have to be a God given talent? Religion is mass delusion.

[@eggsbenedict3732]

She deserves more streams.

[@alicekimpel5469]

Share it everyone!!!

[@PeterP384]

Beautiful

[@carenjoice594]

I wasn't even paying attention that much bc I've heard this song multiple times and I didn't want to watch the entire video, afraid that I might cry. I JUST WATCHED THE LAST PART AND GUESS WHO HAS TEARS IN HER EYES.

[@feryn4391]

Long time not hear any news about this lovely girl. What a voice, u rock Chevel..

[@tcarpenter4703]

This young lady will make you WANT to listen to country even if it's not your first genre of music you prefer!🎼🎵 She is so poised,so talented,and so lovely,her parents must be beyond proud of her!😎 I was becoming her fan when she was on "The Voice" and think she is going to have a wonderful career!🎤 💃♥️🐕🐶🐈🐱😇🛐🤠🌷🙏

[@themanagement3136]

Best Regards from Chevel's management. Thanks for commenting... For more guidance from Chevel ❤ W''-''H''-''A''-''T''-''S''-''A''-''P''-''P''-'.+''1''4''8''0''6''6''6''1''2''5''0...🇱🇷

[@angelabest4468]

Why am I just hearing this now. 😭😭😭😭😭. Ugh and the day before my mama's birthday 👼

[@wolfdad1512]

Ms. Chevel I m officially suing you for the return of my heart strings. 😢

[@TimScottDT]

This girl can sing!!!! And has GREAT original songs!!! Someone please give her the notice she deserves, wanna be able to get in my truck and hear her on my radio then what's on there now!!

[@chevelshepherdsuperfan8855]

Best singer in the world this deserves so many awards like omg!!!!! She’s my favorite ever

[@JamesWalker-ev1rf]

I wish I had this song when my mom was killed I was 6 she was 28. I finally have a positive song to listen to when I'm done. Thank you I hope you make to VA oneday

[@Kauritree08]

Jeez I'm a mess. What a tearjerker.

[@lyletanner744]

Losing my parents at a young age, this song spoke to me like a conversation I would have.

[@johnshelley9762]

This girl needs to be a country star! Brought tears to my eyes .

[@lindavo1465]

Can't help but crys listen to this

[@kyawzin7686]

Make America great again with your country coz when I'm looking at you, I am looking at country. Love you Chevel.

[@rexmharris]

Wow! That was a real tear-jerker Chevel! If this doesn't hit number one on the country charts, I will be completely shocked!

[@papabear3888]

I was not expecting such a meaningful and empowering song. This song is truly amazing. Made me cry like a baby. I love every bit of it. You're an amazing artist Chevel

[@marichocarinan5449]

Ive been waiting for chevel new song and now here it is... I listen to her songs everyday whenever i do and where ever i go. I love her voice shes like angel singing to my ear anf im not tired listening to her song again and again.. chevel im your greatest fan here in the philippines. Hope someday you come here in our country and perform all your songs.

[@JkonMusic]

I almost cried. What about inspirational song.

[@themanagement3136]

Best Regards from Chevel's management. Thanks for commenting... For more guidance from Chevel ❤ W''-''H''-''A''-''T''-''S''-''A''-''P''-''P''-'.+''1''4''8''0''6''6''6''1''2''5''0...🇱🇷

[@aggarius2944]

Nothing like a good cry to start the day😭

[@Matthew6418]

I know it wont win or be nominated because its traditional country but imo this is song of the year material. So so good

[@colasantevenezia8682]

Im so excited for that little one!!! Can't wait to see her grow to a woman and take over the country world

[@4a-hawetealizzalorraineb.961]

It always says a story ❤️.

[@sotheangek6659]

I love everything about this song ❤️

[@bradleyhunter911]

The video does this song so much Justice... Alot of songs, we sing along to, but never fully understand the meaning but once you see the video... 🤯😭🤯

[@lauramkhitaryan1514]

You cannot do this to people!!! Crying rivers right in the morning!!! This is veeeery touching!!!

[@shainiekasthuriarachchi9896]

Omg um in tears😭

[@TheFoaobd]

I don't know why they didn't just stop the competition as soon as she started singing, and declared her the Season 15 winner!! Voice of an ANGEL! And beautiful as well!!! This lil Gal has a long, successful career ahead of her!!!

[@eparedes7165]

Don't give UP!!! True Words period

[@dwightmaciv4789]

Love you ch3vel

[@otnakngitv8323]

What a beautiful song,

[@gabrielwalski5788]

My heart..

[@samibailey7768]

Well I just found this song late at night...I've been in such a dark place lately and honestly still am. I lost my momma almost 8 years ago and things just have been hell seen she died. But hearing this song was like a sign from her not to give up

[@jkswrld97]

Chevel voice is like a rainbow. One of a kind country artist.

[@slammer83az]

I cried each time I replayed your song. I'll continue to try to get your song on the radio here in Charlotte because I know once people hear it they will fall in love with your voice. Thank you Chevel and keep making beautiful music.

[@Matthew6418]

I'm trying in Dayton ohio too this needs to be heard

[@johnshelley9762]

I did too.

[@user-uq9so3es5j]

Total top best songs ever written keep it up girl we love you

[@solitarysoul462]

Wow such a beautiful fine music base upon The deep soul I guess...

[@ryanmcmaster6]

Now this is country music 🎶 love it

[@henrychuailou9357]

One of my favorite winner in the voice...I'm from India no matter where please let's help her to be one of our greatest country star I know we can do it....we only can do ...we have played so much to celebrities so y not her with her talent

[@simonbirch9552]

lost my mom last year and this song helps I hope to meet you someday