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)
Thank You Lord
Chris Tomlin Lyrics
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Like me and her on the porch swing
For summer nights and fireflies
And the sound of my old six string
Blessings, on blessings, on blessings, on blessings
If I still got breath in these lungs
And that's all I need to get down on my kneesAnd be thankful for all that He's done
For my mama, for my friends
For Your love that never ends
For the songs that make us dance
On this ol' dirt floor
For my babies, for my girl
For the way they changed my world
Waking up today
Yeah, I just gotta say
Thank You Lord
Yeah, I just wanna say
Thank You Lord (oh, now)
Thank You Lord for the hard times
For lighting the way in the dark times
For pulling me in, forgiving again
The times that I took it too far, I
Gotta thank You for keeping me humble
For picking me up when I stumble
And although I change, You stay the same
And I don't say thank You enough
For my mama, for my friends
For Your love that never endsFor the songs that make us dance
On this ol' dirt floor
For my babies, for my girl
For the way they changed my world (changed my world)
Waking up today
Yeah, I just gotta say
Thank You Lord
I just wanna say
Thank You Lord (oh yeah)
Praise up
Eyes closed
One thing I know
I just wanna thank You Lord, thank You Lord (thank You Lord)
Praise up
Eyes closed
One thing I know
I just wanna thank You Lord, thank You Lord
For my mama, for my friends
For Your love that never ends (it never, never ends)
For the songs that make us dance
On this ol' dirt floor
For my babies, for my girl
For the way they changed my world (the way they changed my world)
Waking up today
Yeah, I just gotta say thank You Lord
(Praise up
Eyes closed)
Just wanna say thank You Lord (one thing I know)
Praise up
Eyes closed
One thing I know
I just wanna thank You Lord
The song "Thank You Lord" is a celebration of gratitude towards God and a recognition of the many blessings that come from small things in life. The lyrics describe the joy of spending time with loved ones, the simple pleasures of life, and the strength to overcome difficult moments. There is an emphasis on the power of music that has the ability to make people dance and bring them together on a physical and emotional level. The song also acknowledges the importance of faith and the power of prayer.
The songwriters use vivid imagery to paint a picture of the beauty of life and the things that deserve to be celebrated. The chorus repeats the phrase "blessings, on blessings, on blessings" as a reminder that even amidst challenging times, there is always something to be grateful for. The songwriters also express humility and a willingness to recognize their own faults and shortcomings, and the importance of God's love and forgiveness in the face of these challenges.
Overall, "Thank You Lord" is a deeply spiritual song that emphasizes the importance of gratitude, love, and faith. It encourages listeners to count their blessings and to be thankful for all the small things in life that make it worth living.
Line by Line Meaning
Thank You Lord for the small things
Expressing gratitude for the simple blessings in life like spending time with loved ones and enjoying summertime and music
Blessings, on blessings, on blessings, on blessings
Acknowledging the abundance of good things in his life
If I still got breath in these lungs
Grateful for life and health
And that's all I need to get down on my knees
Expressing devotion and gratitude to God
For my mama, for my friends
Thankful for the people in his life who have loved and supported him
For Your love that never ends
Recognizing the infinite and unchanging love of God
For the songs that make us dance
Appreciation for the joy and upliftment that music brings
On this ol' dirt floor
Humility and appreciation for the simple pleasures of everyday life
For my babies, for my girl
Grateful for the love and transformative effect of his family on his life
For the way they changed my world
Acknowledging the positive impact of his family on his life
Thank You Lord for the hard times
Gratitude for the challenges that help him grow and the guidance of God during difficult moments
For lighting the way in the dark times
Thankful for the hope and strength that come from faith during difficult periods
For pulling me in, forgiving again
Thankful for God's unending forgiveness and love that helps him through his mistakes
The times that I took it too far, I
Acknowledging his own shortcomings and expressing gratitude for God's mercy
Gotta thank You for keeping me humble
Recognizing the importance of humility and thanking God for keeping him grounded
For picking me up when I stumble
Grateful for God's guidance and support in times of weakness
And although I change, You stay the same
Thankful for the constancy of God in a changing world
I just wanna thank You Lord
A simple statement of devotion and gratitude to God
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, DistroKid, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Tomlin, Corey Crowder, David Garcia, Thomas Rhett, Tyler Hubbard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@christomlinmusic
It was a dream to record a song like this. Worship comes from a thankful heart, and there’s so much to be thankful for.
@bradeneve9586
This is a surprise to me to have them!
@watertea9419
Amen
@miraclindafne2004
Amen..
@YehoshuaLegacy
Bro praise the Lord
@kristellegener
Congratulation sir Chris .... AMEN !
@WorshipNight803
Im a truck driver and I first heard this song driving down the road...I had to pull over and cry it spoke to me so much. It felt so good. Now it's my favorite song for the moment. I was badly mentally ill and on drugs for over 20 years and Jesus cured me by his hand. I love you Jesus!! Thank you so much.
@masonodaniel7711
His^ and You* may the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!
@malachiricker6161
GOD IS GOOD
@pamelawadkins9951
Amen you are free!!!