Israel & New Breed is a Christian worship group mostly known for a cross-cu… Read Full Bio ↴Israel & New Breed is a Christian worship group mostly known for a cross-cultural style of worship music that fuses elements from Gospel music, Jazz and Rock. The album Alive in South Africa, recorded live in Cape Town, received a Grammy Award for "Best Traditional Gospel Album" in 2007 and a song from the album, "Not Forgotten", received a Dove Award for "Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song" in 2006. Both the album Live from Another Level and rendition of "Again I Say Rejoice" received a Dove in 2005. Israel Houghton formed his global supergroup in 1997, but also performs solo albums and has served as worship leader for the Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. He is currently signed to Integrity Music.

I Know Who I Am
Israel & New Breed Lyrics

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I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am

I am yours, I am yours

And you are mine
Jesus you are mine
You are mine
Jesus you are mine

I was running and you found me
I was blinded and you gave me sight
You put a song of praise in me

I was broken and you healed me
I was dying and you gave me life
Lord you are my identity
And I know, I know

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am yours, I am yours

I was running and you found me
I was blinded and you gave me sight
You put a song of praise in me

I was broken and you healed me
I was dying and you gave me life
Lord you are my identity
And I know, I know, I know, I know

I am forgiven
I am your friend
I am accepted, I know who I am
(I know who I am)
I am secured, I'm confident,
That I am loved, I know who I am
(I know who I am)
I am alive
I've been set free
I belong to you and you belong to me

Oh oh
Oh oh
Hey

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am yours, I am yours

I know who I am
I know who I am
I know who I am
I am yours, I am yours

And you are mine
Jesus you are mine

You are mine
Jesus you are mine

Overall Meaning

The song "I Know Who I Am" by Israel & New Breed is a celebration of the Christian faith and a declaration of the singer's confidence in their identity in Christ. The refrain repeats the phrase "I know who I am" to emphasize a sense of self-assuredness in their relationship with God. The chorus and verses express gratitude to Jesus for finding them when they were lost, healing them when they were broken, and providing them with a sense of purpose and belonging.

The lyrics also touch on some important themes in Christianity, such as forgiveness, acceptance, and love. The line "I am forgiven" acknowledges the central role that forgiveness plays in the Christian faith, while "I am accepted" echoes the belief that God loves and welcomes everyone, regardless of their flaws or shortcomings. Finally, the line "I belong to you and you belong to me" reflects the deep spiritual connection between individuals and God.

Overall, "I Know Who I Am" is both a personal testament of faith and a celebration of the power of God's love and grace.

Line by Line Meaning

I know who I am
I am confident and certain about my identity in Christ and who I belong to.

I am Yours, I am Yours
I am God's possession, and I belong to Him completely.

Jesus you are mine
Christ has claimed me as His own and I have a personal, intimate relationship with Him.

I was running and you found me
I was lost and wandering, but God sought me out and rescued me.

I was blinded and you gave me sight
I was spiritually blind, but God opened my eyes to the truth of who He is.

You put a song of praise in me
God has given me a reason to worship Him joyfully and with a grateful heart.

I was broken and you healed me
God has mended my brokenness and made me whole through His love and grace.

I was dying and you gave me life
Through Christ, God has given me eternal life and saved me from spiritual death.

Lord you are my identity
God is the foundation of my life and who I am in Him shapes my identity.

I am forgiven
Through Christ's sacrifice, I am cleansed of all my sins and guilt.

I am your friend
God calls me His friend and I have a personal, loving relationship with Him.

I am accepted, I know who I am
God has accepted me and made me worthy of His love and salvation.

I am secured, I'm confident, That I am loved, I know who I am
I am secure in God's love and have a deep sense of confidence and assurance knowing that He loves me.

I am alive
Through my faith in Christ, I have been reborn and have new life given by God.

I've been set free
Through Christ, I have been freed from the bondage of sin and the power of death.

I belong to you and you belong to me
God and I have a mutual belonging, as I am His and He is mine.

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: CHRIS TOMLIN (21312), ISRAEL HOUGHTON (17506)

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@sandralorentiperez758

5y↑13

I know who I am, I know who I am
I know who I am, I am Yours, I am Yours (repeat)
And You are mine;
Jesus You are mine
You are mine;
Jesus You are mine
A (stabs)
I was running and You found me
I was blinded and You gave me sight You put a song a song
of praise in me
I was broken and You healed me
I was dying and You gave me life
Lord You are my identity
1st time...
I know, I know
2nd time...
I know, I know I know, I know
I am forgiven, I am Your friend,
I am accepted, I know who I am
I am secure, I'm confident
That I am loved, I know who I am
I am alive, I am set free
(for two measures, then....)
I belong to You, You belong to me Extraviado, me encontraste
ciego estaba, y ahora puedo ver
por tu canción yo cantare.
uuooo quebrantado, me sanaste muerto estaba y ahora vivo en ti
tu identidad has puesto en mi
yo se, yo se
CORO:
yo se quien soy yo
Yo se quien soy yo
yo se quien soy yo
tuyo soy, tuyo soy.
tu eres mi Dios, Cristo eres mi Dios
eres mi Dios, Cristo eres mi Dios
soy perdonado, tu hijo soy
soy aceptado, yo se quien soy yo
tengo confianza, seguro estoy
que soy amado, yo se quien soy yo
volví a vivir, ya libre soy
te pertenezco a ti y tu eres mi Dios.
Yo se quien soy yo, tuyo soy, tuyo soy, tuyo so ooy tuyo soy

@harrykim7830

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,

12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;

13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;

14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.

15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.

All comments from YouTube:

@catieinchina

15y↑4

the worship team at our church in China introduced this song last Sunday during worship, and it blessed so many people...what an amazing, anointed song!

@hamsta1100

7y↑6

Every time i have a conversation about jesus and the bible i feel free because its better to do good than to do evil but the world now its easier to do bad than to do good

@bmhdownsouth

15y↑5

What a way to start the Day, Thank You JESUS !!!!

@virgojaempress

15y↑3

i heard this song for the first time today and I now want the album...what an awesome worship song!! thank God that through Him we know who we are!!

@chemo180

16y↑5

I am crying as i listen to this, I hope one day i do know who i am. I love Jesus but I am struggling to feel accepted. One day I will sing this song and know who I am, Jesus will lead me there.

@missugarplum528

29w

I pray you know that ABBA, your ABBA LOVES YOU!! ❤

@BlessedAngel07

15y↑4

abs love this song, i am going through some rough times right now, but since I know Who I am, I know that God will not let me down! I love you Jesus!

@kelvinmwambankhoma8480

10y↑3

Awesome lyrics and a very uplifting song, Praise the Lord for such wonderful ministers of the like Israel Houghton & Chris Tomlin. This so soul elevating. Thank you Jesus

@humphreymmwango5690

Hi kelvin

@chichionwuzuruike

8y↑40

Yes yes yes yes did anybody else hear that part

@KeysToYourSuccess

14y↑1

I know who I am because of him who is, was and shall be! I love this song! Thanks!

@adfitz4483

8y↑6

Girlfriends in God also brought me here. Beautiful morning message!

@LinaStar88

13y↑1

This song finds me in a place where as a believer, I had forgotten that the only truth of my identity is Christ. I started searching for the missing pieces of my heart and soul in the world still hoping it would satisfy the longing that I know only God can quell. I am finding my way back and as a believer who has known God and strayed away the experience is so humbling. But I know that it is through these moments of making my way back to Him, that I come to realize fully once again MY IDENTITY!!

@mimitaye

15y↑2

I was broken and you healed me, I was dying and you gave me life. Lord, you are my identity !!! I KNOW WHO I AM.

@gloriabronner8691

10y↑12

I know who I am . I am the Lords child. child of the King.. that makes me a queen in the natural and a King in the spirit!. So I can decree and declare!..."Life and death in the power of the tongue"...Yes I have the power if God in me! Thas who I am...I am in the likeness of God and his image! AMen!

@steviwilson55

11y↑4

I love hearing my 3 and 5 year old sing this song claiming and beliving that they belong to the Most high God, Amen!!!

@Dvallew1

14y↑4

I thank God so much for loving me even when i can't love myself...He is so awesome and my joy is awesome just knowing He's my most loving father

@ifiok25

16y↑1

This is one of our favorite songs in church now. Love it. I know who I am. I am yours, I am yours and you are mine. So true.

@guitarboy79413

16y↑18

"I am forgiven! I am your friend! I am excepted! I know who I am! I am secure! I am confident that I am am loved I know who I am! I am alive! I am set free! I belong to you, you belong to me!!!" That's my favorite part!!

@markieshome

2y↑1

Amen!

@cindeetinnen3920

9y↑3

Love this song, it's beautiful. Very uplifting.

@lenoreblack8343

3y↑1

Its liberating to no who you are, whose you are, and WHERE you are seated!🔥🔥🔥🔥

@sandralorentiperez758

5y↑13

@TheCallumw100

8y↑6

Bless all the Descendants of the tribes of Israel!

@Eastyb

10y↑12

I love this song
I am practicing it in my church quire.
Great song!

@lindaswebster

10y↑11

* FYI it's CHOIR honey <3

@1inAtrillion

16y↑1

Thank you Jesus I am a King & a Priest in your Kingdom having dominion in the earth, ruling and reigning in ever increasing measures. Oh yeah!

@deborahminter9784

8y↑6

Great way to start the morning!

@AppointedTV

14y↑1

Praise Him! I am what I am by the Grace of GOD!

@pat5815

13y↑1

I thank d Lord soooo much cause even wen I didn't know who I was, he did not allow me to go so far dat no longer I can know who I am. I know who I am, Thank U Jesus!

@southaucklandpolynesia

14y↑2

Jesus, you are mine. We search for you Lord, we seek you. We humble ourselves before you, you are God.

@malluafranca7119

9y↑11

I love jesus!

@jasminesimmons

16y↑1

I love this song!!!!!! TO GOD TO BE THE Glory

@rico0910

13y↑1

I love the words to this song... because when you know who you are, no one else's opinion really matters (except your spouse of course!!!!!!!!).

@juanitaputrianawati

14y

thanks you very much JESUS CHRIST for giving us new real identity, we are YOURS :D

@tiahcrichton2082

6y↑2

Praise you Father ❤❤

@johnkay3078

9y↑7

Now, I know who I am, I am yours God!

@noone-ss2kd

AMEN!!! In Jesus Christ name my Lord and Saviour AMEN!!
May God continue to bless you and keep you safe.

@harrykim7830

7y↑1

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.

@johnub4

16y

God bless Israel and New Breed!

@juliciapayne8789

8y↑3

Girlfriends in God brought me here as well. Beautiful song.. .I know who I am... I am His...He is mine!!!

@pinkpack1

14y

great song israel is one of the best gospel singers I AM YOURS JESUS!!!!!!

@xpantia

16y

Thank you ISRAEL for being such a wonderful blessing!

@BerryfullLips

12y

I love this song and it affirms to me that I belong to God and that is the best position to be in. This song especially touches me because of the lack of affirmation, love and acceptance from my family. I belong to God and I have everything because he is my everything!

@allskill345

Shortly after experiencing the new birth, songs like these were part of my daily worship. I thank God.

@gloriajo7

9y↑5

Great song. We need to know who and whose we are and live and claim our heritage. We belong to the greatest family.

@rematak89

16y

i kno who i am, i am yours God. luv this song

@Reflection303

13y↑1

AMAN THATS WHAT WE ALL NEED AT HARD TIMES OR EVEN GOOD TIMES IS FOR GOD TO REMIND US WHO WE ARE TO KEEP ON KEEPING ON FOR (HIM) AMAN PRAISE JESUS THANK YOU JESUS TO ME AND MY BROTHA JOJO AND ALL BELIEVERS IN JESUS BE BLESSED TO ALL SAVED UNSAVED GOD LOVES YOU

@OkieMikester

16y↑1

We are doing this Sunday. Praise Him!

@sherrihudson8984

GIG brought me here - Great message, and needed reminder - our God is as awesome God!

@myloveofjesus

14y

Thank you Jesus for reminding me constantly that I am yours, and proving it with the Love you give me.

@petersonmalvas5373

11y↑1

i know who i am since i serve god,,,i love you lord amen,hallelua

@tacchini1027

16y

i know who i am. i am a child of god.glory be to jesus. awesome song Israel and the new breed

@brutusmom2010

14y

When I feel BROKEN.LOST,LIKE IM RUNNING FROM SOMETHING, OR JUST ANY KIND OF PAIN I listen to this and I feel God's presence that much more....So come on people blast this and feel the lord reaching out to you he knows all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@rhitter94

8y↑1

Girlfriends in God brought me here as well. What a beautiful thing that we are daughters of a mighty King!

@sandiechase5169

9y↑6

Great song !!!

@thelasthourgetready

14y

love it love it love! Isarel writes songs straight from heaven. he has so many classics

@barbaragromek7286

8y↑1

Awesome message to keep the reality of God's Love alive in us. BDG

@gwenathaide441

11y

i loveeeeeeeeeeeeee this song.. i am from India n we sung it over in church as an unplugged version... God bless Israel..

@abonbenjamin8662

7y↑5

Hallelujah!!!

@WilRun4God

16y

I soooo love this song. Thanks unto God for the process to finally get me to know who I am!!!! Hallelu!!!!:D

@briankj47

16y

amen to that... it is sooo true, nothing can compare to him.

@Dory257

14y

I know for a fact who I am in Christ, tremendous song!!!

@samuelpaul5470

8y↑3

i love u Jesus... i love this song

@saved12397

16y

thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you soooooooooo much!!! I always wanted to hear this song.

@ChristianKalos

13y

Beautiful song, I understand why many people who are very religious would adore this song, I think Jesus when he was alive was certainly a great man. I know who I am now, I have known for some time now, in regards to my saying crazy, immature things that's because of a very bad, frustrating experience that has caused me immense stress but that does not define who Chris is, who I am, I believe in karma, I also believe karma has come my way big time, I deserved it but not anymore! Much Luv, Chris

@asuelumagele4002

10y↑3

i love this song man...

@dwayneharris1458

6y↑1

Awesome song....uplifting!

@armandogonzalezrn

14y

Jesus is so real to me! Praise God!

@lupenunez5501

9y↑1

I had never known of you or listen to any of these songs. They;re awesome

@15GrlRockr

14y↑1

woohoo!!! we practicin this in our youth group to sing at the youth service we have comin up the friday after next so far me and one of my best friends r gettin it rly good

@SARAHSMITH-bg1rx

8y↑1

Beautiful!

@jairusaznkid

15y

this song brings tears to my eyes if i got truly blessed!!!!!!!

@sueajabie159

11y

Yes i know who i am, and Jesus is Mine. The power is within you! you only need to speak so shall it be in Jesus name

@9xprincess

13y

luv this song. I KNOW WHO I'AM JESEUS I'AM YOURS!!! THANK YOU JESUS!!

@drassy28

11y

im lifting my hand right now listening to this song !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!god is soooooo,gooooooood

@THEKINGMRMIGHTY

14y

Holy, holy, holy, LORD GOD ALMIGHTY, which was, and is, and is to come.rev;4;8. thank YOU JESUS. AMEN.

@HotRider202

15y

this is an awsome song i loved it soo much since i heard it at my church and now me and my choir are going to sing it

@lildigipoke

16y

you rock Israel!

@thedcbroker7264

This flows so well ❤

@lildappa2diworld

14y

I WAS RUNNING AND YOU FOUND ME, I WAS BLINDED AND YOU GAVE ME SIGHT , YOU PUT OF PRAISE IN ME, I WAS BROKEN AND YOU HEALED ME, I WAS DYING AND YOU GAVE ME LIFE, LORD YOU ARE MY IDENTITY. I KNOW WHO I AM.

@MSEDUB

13y

I know whose I am. Praise God!

@MariEmanuelaLouzada

12y

Jesus, you are my identity.... I love you!

@Silverwhiteangel101

10y↑7

I think I have a new favorite song

@theslayologist

7y↑2

Awesome song!

@anniestoddard9588

8y↑4

I love this song

@chemo180

15y

If anyone out there feels they can't relate to this song because they don't know who they are then please take it to God. I never ever thought I could sing this song 12 months ago. But God has done amazing things in my life and I know who I am, it's simple I am His and He is mine. Everything else is second to that and falls into place when you realise that simple fact. Wish I had understood this ages ago but this song is fantastic, listen and accept it.....

@etefetuk

14y

I love this song. Thanks for posting it. We will be doing it at our church for Praise & worship today. God bless.

@blueangel02ful

13y↑1

My church sings this an after they sing it me and my friend have such a rush after singing it i love the feeling!!

@MegaRenee14

11y

I Love This Song!!! I Know Who I Am Lord!!!

@venteex3

14y

God is good!

@danielsalazar7095

10y↑12

Good song ↕

@Alphamindllc

9y↑1

Just beautiful

@ghostperlinxsmaster4261

YEAH Man BLESSED

@honeylovebarcoma

Thank you Lord♥️♥️♥️♥️

@enriqueoliveras77

12y

I love this song.I feel so good knowing who I am.

@shenekanichols2355

I know who I am and who's I am. Jesus you are mine!!!

@JazzyJay729

12y

Based on all that God has done for me, I know I was made for God.

@zabrinalee2073

10y↑11

i know who i am

@purple0appleXx3

11y

i love this song!!! i know who i am, i am yours Jesus!!!

@ifewethington2232

Listening in 2021, it’s still soooo good and it’s a good reminder.

@harrykim7830

@WK3nn3dy

12y

Praise Him!!!

@angiegault3618

8y↑1

Amen!

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