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)
You're the One
Chris Tomlin Lyrics
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I knew it seemed like the world stood still
You were singin' a melody that caught me by surprise
Yeah it sounded familiar to me, like I'd known it all my life
And I keep looking down as I move in closer
My heart is racing now with fear and wonder
Could I come back to You so long on my own
('Cause) You're the one I believe
A king, and friend has always been holding onto me
You're the one that I have seen
Your life and death the endless breath breathing into me
Just the mention of Your name and I know, I know I've found love
'Cause You're the one
High in a hidden world is where You are found
Where every living thing circles around
I find myself again where I used to be
With the rescued ones falling on my knees
('Cause) You're the one I believe
A king, and friend has always been holding onto me
You're the one that I have seen
Your life and death the endless breath breathing into me
Just the mention of Your name and I know, I know I've found love
'Cause You're the one
In Your presense there is mercy
In the fear, joy and the tears
It's Your goodness that keeps on, keeps on calling us here
Drawing us near
('Cause) You're the one I believe
A king, and friend has always been holding onto me
You're the one that I have seen
Your life and death the endless breath breathing into me
Just the mention of Your name and I know, I know I've found love
'Cause You're the one
The lyrics of Chris Tomlin's song "You're the One" speak of a divine encounter between the singer and God. The song opens with the singer hearing God's song, which seemingly stops the world and stirs the singer's heart. As he moves closer to God, he is filled with both fear and wonder but understands that God is the one who has always held onto him. The singer recognizes that although he has wandered away from God, he knows that he has found his way back to Him.
The lyrics also speak of a hidden world where God can be found, a place where all living things circle around. In this place, the singer finds himself again where he used to be, with other rescued ones falling on their knees. The mention of God's name brings the singer love and reinforces the belief that God is the one who has been breathing life into him through his life and death.
The chorus repeatedly affirms that God is the one the singer believes in, who is both king and friend and is always holding onto him. The mention of God's name is powerful and gives the singer the assurance that he has found love in Him.
Overall, the song speaks of a personal relationship with God and the deep connection between the singer and God. It takes the listener on a journey of feeling lost and then being found by God's love, ultimately leading to a place of singing praises and basking in God's mercy.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard Your song coming over the hill
I became aware of Your presence, as You approached me from afar
I knew it seemed like the world stood still
This moment was so significant that time seemed to stop
You were singin' a melody that caught me by surprise
Your message resonated with me in a way that was unexpected
Yeah it sounded familiar to me, like I'd known it all my life
I recognized Your message from deep within, as though it had always been a part of me
And I keep looking down as I move in closer
I approach You with reverence and humility
My heart is racing now with fear and wonder
I am filled with awe and amazement at Your presence
Could I come back to You so long on my own
After being separated from You for so long, can I return to Your embrace?
From where I am, I know this is not my home
I acknowledge that my earthly life is temporary, and my true home is with You
('Cause) You're the one I believe
You are the only one I have faith in
A king, and friend has always been holding onto me
You are both ruler and companion, and You have always been there for me
You're the one that I have seen
I have witnessed Your power and presence in my life
Your life and death the endless breath breathing into me
Your sacrifice has given me eternal life and sustains me today
Just the mention of Your name and I know, I know I've found love
Your name alone fills me with love and peace
'Cause You're the one
Because You are the only one who can satisfy my soul
High in a hidden world is where You are found
Your presence is beyond this physical world, and is hidden from our senses
Where every living thing circles around
All of creation revolves around You and Your purpose
I find myself again where I used to be
In Your presence, I rediscover the person I was meant to be
With the rescued ones falling on my knees
I join those who have been saved by Your grace in worship and thankfulness
In Your presense there is mercy
By being near to You, I receive the love and forgiveness that I need
In the fear, joy and the tears
You are with me throughout all of life's ups and downs
It's Your goodness that keeps on, keeps on calling us here
Your kindness and love compel us to draw nearer to You
('Cause) You're the one I believe
You are the only one worthy of my trust and faith
A king, and friend has always been holding onto me
You hold me in Your hands as both a sovereign ruler and a faithful companion
You're the one that I have seen
I have experienced Your presence and love in my life
Your life and death the endless breath breathing into me
Your sacrifice has given me new life, and Your spirit sustains me daily
Just the mention of Your name and I know, I know I've found love
Your name alone brings me joy and peace, and confirms Your love for me
'Cause You're the one
You are the only one who can meet my deepest needs and longings
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: ELIBABETH CUTLER, ELISABETH CUTLER, ELVIS CARPINELLI, FILIPPO BENIAMINO DE LAURA, PAOLO VIVALDI
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Veronica
on Here I Am to Worship
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Lupita Vique
on God of This City (Live from Passion)
■ There is no one like our God. For greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done in this City. ■