Critics and fans alike were curious how GS Megaphone could possibly follow up such an astonishing release. The results are now in and Beautiful World is the next album to add to your collection. Doug Van Pelt (HM Magazine) states it best when he wrote, " I am soaring and flying, because there is magic on this album...while "Out of My Mind" lived up to its title in my own personal collection, this one I am freaking out over and talking to people about."
The album cover undeniably sets the tone of this challenging album. The cover embraces the face of a small boy and through his eyes you are able to catch a glimpse of his worries and pains but when you look a little deeper you will also see true beauty through these eyes. GS Megaphone poignantly entitled their sophomore release Beautiful World.
Randy Shreve, drummer/writer, reveals his insight on the title track, "Beautiful World just reminds us that in the midst of all the pain, fear, terror, and turmoil in the world, sometimes we just need to step back and enjoy this beautiful place God has blessed us with."
Beautiful World additionally has something fresh to offer: The East and West become united musically. Fans will take notice of aggressive melodic rock with an Eastern thread woven throughout the album. This stylistic change materialized partially because of the influence that Chris Freeman and Daniel Rosas add to GS Megaphone.
They joined the band after the first album was almost completed. Shreve states, "They have really stepped up and further defined who GS Megaphone is musically. This album brings smiles to guitarist everywhere".
The first radio single released to Christian Rock radio is Light Child. Shreve states, "The message is very clear. It is a simple plea to God asking Him to shine so bright in me that people won't be able to see me."
The song, Venom addresses the issue of spiritual warfare that each of us deal with in our Christian walk. The lyrics remind us of how tempted we are in our flesh: "Your poison was effective I must admit. / I was afraid to love, I was afraid to hate / I was afraid to fail, I was afraid to win." The song offers hope to each of us when we struggle. These lyrics challenge us to remember: "I don't keep my weakness from out of view / Jesus is my Protector, my Healer and my God / So now you know there's Someone after you.
Ben Shreve, brother to Randy and lead vocalist, gives a star studded performance on this album. He really has stepped out of the box for his vocal presentation and stretched himself beyond everyone's imagination.
Sadly this band isn't around anymore...
Man Alone
GS Megaphone Lyrics
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if our teachers always lie?
when our feet are growing to the floor
how are we suppose to fly?
(chorus)
how can we get rich, when the men who pay are poor?
quickly grows our strength to leave
without Jesus, all you'll gain is distraction from the goal
without Jesus, all you are is man alone
all your wealth, all your power
all good to mankind you bring
without Jesus in your life, it all amounts to nothing
to the rich man, to the poor man
to the strong, and to the weak
without Jesus in your life, all you have is nothing
(chorus)
Jesus died so we might live
you don't have to only wish
that heaven is the result of faith in Him who made it
if they hadn't beat my Jesus, and stuck that thorny crown
He would have sprinted to that cross of pain
to have Himself nailed down
the answer lies to the One who stands on high
GS Megaphone's song Man Alone is a song with deep philosophical and spiritual undertones. The lyrics question the very nature of truth and knowledge, asking how one can learn the truth if their teachers always lie. The metaphorical verse, "when our feet are growing to the floor, how are we supposed to fly?" evokes the sense of entrapment and hopelessness that one feels when they are constantly held back by society's expectations and limitations.
The chorus further explores the theme of wealth and power, asking how one can become rich when even the people who pay them are poor. The lines, "without Jesus, all you'll gain is distraction from the goal, without Jesus, all you are is man alone" highlight the importance of faith in one's pursuit of true riches, both material and spiritual. The final verse talks about Jesus as the ultimate answer to life's questions and the source of salvation, through his sacrifice on the cross.
Line by Line Meaning
how can we ever learn the truth
It seems impossible to discover the truth because our teachers tell lies.
if our teachers always lie?
If teachers consistently lie, how do we distinguish between truth and falsehood?
when our feet are growing to the floor
When it feels like we cannot escape a situation, like growing roots into the ground.
how are we suppose to fly?
If we feel stuck, how can we hope to achieve something meaningful and impactful?
how can we get rich, when the men who pay are poor?
If the people who owe us money are poor, how can we expect to become wealthy?
quickly grows our strength to leave
Our strength to break free from a negative situation intensifies quickly.
but faster grows the door
The opportunity to leave or escape becomes available even faster.
without Jesus, all you'll gain is distraction from the goal
Without having faith in Jesus, much of what we attain in life will keep us occupied with things that are ultimately unimportant.
without Jesus, all you are is man alone
Without having a relationship with Jesus, we are fundamentally and eternally alone.
all your wealth, all your power
Regardless of how much money or influence we accumulate...
all good to mankind you bring
...and how much good we do for others...
without Jesus in your life, it all amounts to nothing
...none of that ultimately matters without knowing Jesus.
to the rich man, to the poor man
Whether someone is wealthy or impoverished...
to the strong, and to the weak
...powerful or weak...
without Jesus in your life, all you have is nothing
...the absence of a relationship with Jesus leaves us empty-handed.
Jesus died so we might live
Jesus made a sacrifice so that we could have eternal life.
you don't have to only wish
We don't have to wait aimlessly for something desirable.
that heaven is the result of faith in Him who made it
Heaven is attainable through faith in Jesus, who created it.
if they hadn't beat my Jesus, and stuck that thorny crown
If Jesus hadn't been beaten and humiliated...
He would have sprinted to that cross of pain
...He would have willingly run to the cross in order to save us.
to have Himself nailed down
Jesus allowed Himself to be crucified.
the answer lies to the One who stands on high
The solution to all of our problems is found in Jesus, who reigns in heaven.
Contributed by Gabriella V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ronald Loureiro
The minutes for u guys
00:00 Use Me
4:40 Out of my mind
9:10 Prodigal Dad
12:49 Cradle of Peace
18:09 Alive
24:29 Eletric
28:44 Kaleidoscope
33:36 Man Alone
39:45 Sincerely Yours
45:53 Proverb Doll
51:49 Fly
57:39 I'd Rather See God's Face
Ronald Loureiro
The minutes for u guys
00:00 Use Me
4:40 Out of my mind
9:10 Prodigal Dad
12:49 Cradle of Peace
18:09 Alive
24:29 Eletric
28:44 Kaleidoscope
33:36 Man Alone
39:45 Sincerely Yours
45:53 Proverb Doll
51:49 Fly
57:39 I'd Rather See God's Face
Alternative Christian Rock
Thanks, mate!
Ronald Loureiro
@Alternative Christian Rock U r welcome
Timothy Swanson
It always killed me that they never put their music on spotify 😔 my dad used to always play their music when I was a kid so it's very nostalgic for me
Jason Smith
I remember seeing these guys like three times when I was in high school. This is one of only a handful of albums I can listen to from beginning to end. Also one of the best drum set players I have ever seen live!!
jusinaldo campos de jesus
Nostalgia pura sdd dessa época música inteligente e tocante musicalidade impecável divinamente inspirada
Jane Santos
Amo sem limites essa banda, mora no meu coração ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mateus Mendonça
É demais!!
Lucas Vieira
Essa banda fez parte da minha infância / adolescência !! Incrível que eu não consigo enjoa dessa banda !!!
Richard Triunfante
Cara isso é imprecionante, n eu consigo