Paul Smith (Christian music singer)

Smith finished out the "Priority tour" and rapidly earned the respect of The Imperials' fans.

For the 1982 album Stand By The Power, Smith co-wrote the title track and the hit "Lord of The Harvest."

He also co-wrote the 1985 Larnelle Harris hit "How Excellent Is Thy Name," for which he has won a GMA Dove Award with Dick and Melodie Tunney.

Many artists including The Imperials had left Word and signed with StarSong, and Smith also made the move.

Smith continued to tour through the early 1990s—but did not have a new album out until 1994—when he signed a contract with Integrity Music to release Extra Measure.