Leslie Jordan has been leading worship since age 14, both in her own church and for churches and conferences across the United States. She graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2007 and was hired on staff at Journey as the Worship Designer in January 2008. David Leonard grew up in Southeast Arkansas and attended college at John Brown University. While attending the university, Leonard began the Word Records band Jackson Waters. After disbanding in 2008, Leonard began touring with the Atlantic Records rock band NEEDTOBREATHE, and completed his time with them in May 2010.
In October of 2010, Leonard and Jordan signed an exclusive recording contract as Sons & Daughters with worship label, Integrity Music. In November, Sons & Daughters recorded their first EP, Brokenness Aside, with drummer/producer Paul Mabury (Hillsong, Brandon Heath, One Sonic Society, Rocket Science). The project’s songs are all written by Leonard and Jordan and reflect the environment of their church and the message of God’s restorative love that Journey seeks to share with its community. The duo’s first single “All the Poor and Powerless” has already generated buzz online and among various church communities around the country. A demo version of the song is available for download at www.sonsdaughters.bandcamp.com. An acoustic video for “All the Poor and Powerless” is also at the Sons & Daughters Vimeo page, http://vimeo.com/15344436
“David & Leslie have found a way to capture the thoughts, emotions and sounds of their local church & put them into songs,” says Jay King, Integrity’s vice president of A&R/Artist Development. “Sons & Daughters is more than a worship band…they represent us as people who are still on a journey. And they are creating the soundtrack for that journey.”
In addition to leading worship at their church and events around the country, Leonard and Jordan have lent their voices to The Know Hope Collective, the ground breaking initiative that combines worship music with stories of hope and inspiration created by Audio Adrenaline alums Mark Stuart and Will McGinniss.
Upon the release of their record in May, the duo will be back on the road for appearances at a variety of conferences and music festivals.
Rising Sun
All Sons & Daughters Lyrics
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Sing oh sing you weary
Oh praise Him all you children of God
We lift high His glory
Shown throughout our stories
We praise Him as the children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Praise His name forever
Speak it loud and clear now
Oh praise Him all you children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Hallelujah name above all
Simply to speak Your name is praise
Hallelujah I will always forever
We lift your name in praise
The lyrics of All Sons & Daughters' “Rising Sun” is a testament to the limitless power and glory of God. The first verse beckons sinners and the weary to praise God, and acknowledges that His glory can be seen in the stories of His children. The second verse goes even further in glorifying God, calling Him the “Great Redeemer” and “Glorious Savior,” and exalting His name above the rising sun. The chorus reinforces this idea, proclaiming that His name is higher than the rising sun and calling for all children of God to loudly praise Him forevermore. The bridge ultimately serves as a humbling reminder that simply speaking the name of God is a form of praise, and that lifting His name in praise is a never-ending act of devotion.
Overall, the lyrics of “Rising Sun” brilliantly convey the idea that God is all-powerful, majestic, and worthy of our eternal praise. It is a beautiful reminder that we as His children must never take His grace and mercy for granted but must constantly uplift His name in praise, both in the good and bad times.
Line by Line Meaning
Praise Him all you sinners
Give honor to God regardless of your past mistakes or transgressions.
Sing oh sing you weary
Sing praises to God even if you are tired or feeling hopeless.
Oh praise Him all you children of God
Let all believers give adoration to God.
We lift high His glory
We exalt the glory of God above all else.
Shown throughout our stories
God's presence and power has been evident in the experiences of our lives.
We praise Him as the children of God
As believers, we give praise to God.
Our Great Redeemer
Jesus is the one who saves us from our sins.
Glorious Savior
Jesus is the one who brought salvation to us.
Your name is higher than the rising sun
The name of Jesus is above any other name or power in this world.
Light of the morning
Jesus is like the light of a new day, bringing hope and new beginnings.
You shine forever
The power and glory of Jesus will last forever.
Praise His name forever
We give unceasing praise to God.
Speak it loud and clear now
We proclaim our praise to God openly and without reservation.
Hallelujah name above all
We shout in joy and adoration to the name of God.
Simply to speak Your name is praise
Uttering the name of Jesus is an act of praise.
Hallelujah I will always forever
We will continue to give praise to God for eternity.
We lift your name in praise
We exalt the name of God through our worship and devotion.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: PAUL MABURY, DAVID LEONARD, KYLE LEE, LESLIE JORDAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@resagelato
Praise Him all you sinners
Sing oh sing you weary
Oh praise Him all you children of God
We lift high His glory
Shown throughout our stories
We praise Him as the children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Praise His name forever
Speak it loud and clear now
Oh praise Him all you children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Hallelujah name above all
Simply to speak Your name is praise
Hallelujah I will always forever
We lift your name in praise
@beautynagy
Praise Him all you sinners
Sing oh sing you weary
Oh praise Him all you children of God
We lift high His glory
Shown throughout our stories
We praise Him as the children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Praise His name forever
Speak it loud and clear now
Oh praise Him all you children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Hallelujah name above all
Simply to speak Your name is praise
Hallelujah I will always forever
We lift your name in praise
@cassandrahuskey8866
Can you guys PLEASE do a reunion tour ???
@cieraculpepper783
We sang this song this morning at church. The Holy Spirit immediately entered the sanctuary. Fantastic song of worship.
@missbored8710
We did as well! Awesome song!
@steelepls
Watching Leslie and David sing with their group and then seeing the young folks worshiping our Lord reminds me that He is still here and in control. This gives me hope daily in the crazy mixed up world.
@CC-xi1hg
Such incredible talent and truly God-glorifying praise. Favorite Christian band, HANDS DOWN!
@David.124
Same. It’s so sad that they ended it
@throughfaithandgrace2970
I know
@swagboyq
Our great redeemer, glorious savior your name is higher than the rising sun. 🙏🏽 Jesus is the king of all kings turn from sin a new life awaits you, you will never have to seek sin ever again. Jesus loves you all.
@balancedpackk9training445
One of my favorite songs. So beautiful. Wish they’d do another album. 🌈🌈🌈
@resagelato
Praise Him all you sinners
Sing oh sing you weary
Oh praise Him all you children of God
We lift high His glory
Shown throughout our stories
We praise Him as the children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Praise His name forever
Speak it loud and clear now
Oh praise Him all you children of God
Our Great Redeemer
Glorious Savior
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Light of the morning
You shine forever
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Your name is higher than the rising sun
Hallelujah name above all
Simply to speak Your name is praise
Hallelujah I will always forever
We lift your name in praise