In 2008, after five solo album releases, and nine with Passion, Tomlin made the move from Texas to Atlanta to be a worship leader for Giglio’s new church, Passion City Church, with its first service being held in February of 2009. Tomlin has since released four solo worship albums, two Christmas albums, and one live album.
In 2013, Tomlin’s seventh album Burning Light debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 albums chart, becoming only the fourth album by a Christian artist to top that chart, along with Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) by Bob Carlisle, You Light Up My Life by LeeAnn Rimes, both in 1997, and TobyMac's Eye On It in 2012.
Tomlin has recorded some of the most famous songs ever in Christian music, such as How Great Is Our God, Holy Is The Lord, Our God, and Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies)
Throughout his successful career, Tomlin has won 22 GMA Dove Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, and a Grammy.
Chris Tomlin’s discography: The Noise We Make (2001)Not To Us (2002)Arriving (2004)Live From Austin Music Hall (2005)See The Morning (2006)Hello Love (2008)Glory In The Highest: Christmas Songs of Worship (2009) And If Our God Is For Us… (2010)How Great Is Our God: The Essential Collection (2011)Burning Lights (2013) Love Ran Red (2014)Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship (2015) Never Lose Sight (2016)
Exalted
Chris Tomlin Lyrics
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On high, he is exalted
Great is the Lord, let all the nations say
Exalted, he is exalted
[Chorus]
Blessing and honor
Glory and power unto the Lord be praised
Holy is his name, his name
Exalted, he is exalted
On high, he is exalted
Great is the Lord, let all the nations say
Exalted, he is exalted
[Chorus: x2]
[Repeat: x4]
Yahweh, holy is your name
[Chorus: x2]
Yahweh, Yahweh, holy is your name
[Repeat: x4]
Yahweh, holy is your name
In this song, Chris Tomlin praises God's greatness and exaltation, proclaiming that he is exalted on high and all nations should praise his name. The lyrics are repetitive, which emphasizes the importance of repeating the message to praise and honor God. The song begins and ends with the statement that God is exalted, which emphasizes the overall theme of the song. The chorus emphasizes the blessings, honor, glory, and power that belong to God and that should be attributed to him through singing and praising his name. The final repetition of "Yahweh, holy is your name" is a powerful and concluding statement that emphasizes the important message of the song.
One of the interesting facts about the song "Exalted" is that it was first released on the album "The Noise We Make" in 2001. The album features live worship songs, including "Exalted", and was Chris Tomlin's second album. The song has been popular in churches around the world and has been performed many times during worship services. Another interesting fact about the song is that it has a well-coordinated musical arrangement that involves clapping and singing choruses in the background. The combination of the vocals and the harmony created by the claps highlights the importance of the message being passed in the song.
"Exalted" has also been performed in different languages, including Spanish, Korean, and French, which has helped to spread its message and impact globally. The song promotes unity in praising and worshiping God and is often used as a powerful worship anthem in churches. The chords of the song are simple and easy to learn, making it accessible for people of all skill levels to participate in singing and praising God.
Chords (Key of G):
Verse: G, D/G, C2, G
Chorus: G, D, C2, G
Line by Line Meaning
Exalted, he is exalted
The Lord is highly praised, lifted up above everything else
On high, he is exalted
He is lifted up to the highest level, above anything on earth or in heaven
Great is the Lord, let all the nations say
The Lord is of utmost significance and importance, and all nations should acknowledge and worship him
[Chorus]
Blessing and honor
Glory and power unto the Lord be praised
Sing with a chorus resounding before us
Holy is his name, his name
We should give the Lord blessings, honor, glory, and power because he deserves it. We should sing in a loud and unified voice to praise his holy name
Yahweh, holy is your name
Yahweh, the Lord, your name is sacred and pure
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: CHRIS Tomlin, Jesse Reeves
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Julia J
The Rhythm | the Chorus | the Flow | the Voice | the Harmony | the Grace | the Power - We simply bow to His Majesty & His Name 🙏🙏
ttrcy777
I have awaken every morning for the last week with this song playing in my head! I love it when God does that. Thanks for posting it!!
Maria Lucia
Brasil Rio de janeiro, Jesus Cristo e tudo pra mim.
Divya Singh
This song 🙌🙌🙌.....can't pen down my feelings ❤️... It goes way beyond. Chris you've got such an anointed voice ❤️
Donna Mohler
There is power in his name Yahweh
MichelleDinFL
This song, every time...😭🙌🙏❤️
Abigail Delany
THE BEST! YHWH! Yahweh, Holy is Your Name! Thank you for not taking this down. My favorite. God bless your Ministry unto Him. Hallelujah! Blessing and honor, glory and power unto the Lord be praised! \o/ Holy is Your Name! \o/ YAHWEH!
emmanuel moses
Yahweh Holy is your Name!
Corey Friend
I look forward to joining all humanity in this song of worship!
Rev 5:13
Keith Inscho
TREMENDOUS! He is on heaven's throne.