Joey+Rory – I See Him (Live)

Introduction

Joey + Rory: A Touching Testimony with “I See Him (Live)”

Joey + Rory’s “I See Him (Live)” captures the duo’s heartfelt connection to Christian hymns and sacred repertoire—a genre they embraced fully, especially toward the end of Joey’s life. The live video, released by Farmhouse Recordings in 2013, showcases their emotional delivery, with Joey on lead vocals and Rory accompanying on guitar, as they interpret the song together with a raw, intimate presence .

Both Joey Marie Martin (b. September 9, 1975 – d. March 4, 2016) and Rory Feek had deep roots in faith-based country music. Joey moved from Alexandria, Indiana, to Nashville in 1998 to pursue her singing career; she met Rory at a songwriter night at the Bluebird Café, and the two married in June 2002. They formed the duo Joey + Rory, achieving national recognition in 2008 by placing third on CMT’s Can You Duet, after which they signed with Vanguard and released a string of albums—highlighting their blend of traditional country and Christian-inspired songs .

In their later work, the duo turned to hymns and spiritual music, culminating in their final studio album, Hymns That Are Important to Us, released in early 2016—an album Joey recorded while undergoing cancer treatment . The song “I See Him,” though less widely discussed than their hymns album, fits squarely into this phase of their career: a moment of quiet devotion, delivered live, that reflects Joey’s faith, voice, and her and Rory’s deep bond.

The live setting of “I See Him (Live)” offers a particular emotional resonance. The stripped-back arrangement places emphasis on Joey’s earnest vocals and Rory’s supportive musicianship, making it more than a performance—it’s a tribute to their shared life, family, and spirituality. In its subdued, sincere delivery, the song becomes a personal prayer sung in public, offering not just musical performance but spiritual fellowship with their audience.

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