Cannons
Phil Wickham Lyrics
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A strange and lovely sound
I hear it in the thunder and rain
It's ringing in the skies
Like cannons in the night
The music of the universe plays
You are holy great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of how great You are
Beautiful and free
Song of Galaxies
It's reaching far beyond the milky way
Lets join in with the sound
C'mon let's sing it loud
As the music of the universe plays
All glory, honor, power is Yours amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours forever amen
The lyrics of Phil Wickham's song Cannons present an ode to the grandeur of the universe and the awe-inspiring power of God. The first two lines invoke the image of rain falling from the sky, with a "strange and lovely sound" that the listener can hear in the midst of thunder and rain. The song then likens this celestial music to the sound of cannons ringing in the night, evoking a sense of majesty and power. The chorus creates a contrast between the vastness and holiness of God and the unworthiness of humans, with the moon and stars declaring God's greatness while the singer acknowledges their own shortcomings. However, this humility is combined with a sense of joy and gratitude in the final line of the chorus - "Forever my heart will sing of how great You are" - expressing a desire to continue praising God despite any perceived unworthiness.
The second verse continues this theme of cosmic wonder, describing the "Song of Galaxies" that reaches far beyond the Milky Way. The call to "Join in with the sound" emphasizes the communal nature of worship and the sense of unity that accompanies a shared belief in the divine. Finally, the song concludes with a simple but powerful statement of devotion, repeating the phrase "All glory, honor, power is Yours forever amen" to reinforce the message of God's enduring greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
It's falling from the clouds
The beauty of the universe is falling from the sky and manifesting itself in the most unexpected ways.
A strange and lovely sound
The universe's music is enchanting and mysterious, yet appealing to the heart and mind.
I hear it in the thunder and rain
The sound of the universe can be heard in the thunder and rain, conveying to us its message of awe-inspiring power.
It's ringing in the skies
The music of the universe echoes throughout the sky, and it's a testament to the boundless creativity it offers.
Like cannons in the night
The sound of the universe reverberates like cannons, emitting tremendous, impactful energy that can be felt by everyone.
The music of the universe plays
The universe is always revealing its music, offering new perspectives and insights that deepen our understanding of the world.
You are holy great and mighty
God is transcendent, and his power and greatness are beyond our comprehension, deserving of our utmost respect and admiration.
The moon and the stars declare who You are
The universe is a testament to God's glory, and everything in it declares his name, including the moon and stars, which show us his creative power and beauty.
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Despite our failings and mistakes, God loves us unconditionally and accepts us for who we are, giving us hope and comfort in times of need.
Forever my heart will sing of how great You are
God's greatness is worth celebrating, and our hearts will always be full of gratitude and joy as we sing of his glory.
Beautiful and free
The beauty of the universe evokes a sense of freedom, as if nothing is holding us back from experiencing its joys and mysteries.
Song of Galaxies
The universe sings a song of galaxies, a symphony of stars and planets that inspire us to awe and wonder.
It's reaching far beyond the milky way
The universe's music is boundless, transcending our earthly limits and traversing the depths of the cosmos.
Lets join in with the sound
We're invited to join in the music of the universe, to explore its beauty and discoveries and to be one with its harmonies.
C'mon let's sing it loud
Let's give praise to the universe, raising our voices in song and joining in the celebration of its magnificence.
All glory, honor, power is Yours amen
All glory, honor, and power belong to God, and we offer our reverence and respect to Him, acknowledging His place as the creator of the universe.
All glory, honor, power is Yours forever amen
God's greatness knows no bounds, and we pledge to give Him the glory He deserves forevermore.
Lyrics © MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: PHILIP DAVID WICKHAM
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@hannahm3113
Phil Wickham Cannons Lyrics:
It's falling from the clouds
A strange and lovely sound
I hear it in the thunder and rain
It's ringing in the skies
Like cannons in the night
The music of the universe plays
You are holy great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of how great You are
Beautiful and free
Song of Galaxies
It's reaching far beyond the milky way
Lets join in with the sound
C'mon let's sing it loud
As the music of the universe plays
All glory, honor, power is Yours amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours forever amen
@lukethiazzi_
Cannons - Phil Wickham / Lyrics
It's falling from the clouds
A strange and lovely sound
I hear it in the thunder and rain
It's ringing in the skies
Like cannons in the night
The music of the universe plays
We're singing
You are holy, great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of how great You are
Beautiful and free
The song of galaxies
Reaching far beyond the Milky Way
Let's join in with the sound
Come on, let's sing it out
As the music of the universe plays
Singing
You are holy, great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of You
All glory, honor, power is Yours, Amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours, Amen
All glory, honor, power is Yours, forever Amen
You are holy, great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of Your love
And You are holy, great and mighty
The moon and the stars declare who You are
I'm so unworthy, but still You love me
Forever my heart will sing of how great You are!
@rubygracemoseley8144
I’ve been reading a lot of Psalms lately and I’ve noticed that David and Phil Wickham have similar ways of worship. They both write beautiful, poetic songs to honor God
@TheCreepypro
may we proclaim the awesome wonder of our Lord Father God!
@fanofPhilWickham
Yes. I am surprised that anyone but me still listen to this song
@i_perezmac
2024 anyone?
@servantLashawn
Yes, Jesus is LORD..I was literally just singing this half awake from sleep. Psalm 119:62 in action! ❤️🔥
@ritamy3637
such this beautiful song has only about 250k views .. Oh my. one of my favorite of his songs
@fanofPhilWickham
Amen
@kirstenp1554
The first time I saw Phil Wickham in concert it was by mistake since he was a lesser known opening artist. He is so talented and so heartfelt, I immediately had a new favorite christian artist.
@rubygracemoseley8144
This is one of the first songs I ever remember hearing. I loved it as a kid but I love it more now because I can appreciate it more now. It’s so beautiful. I remember it’s one of my dad’s favorite Phil Wickham songs.
@fanofPhilWickham
Wow I'm surprised anyone but me still listens to this song