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.

My Life Belongs To You
Israel & New Breed Lyrics

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You are my God there is none other
You stand alone as Lord of all
Giver of life, peace and prosperity
Lord, you are Lord of all (2X)

My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you (2X)

So, I will praise you with all of my heart
I will praise you with all of my strength
I will praise you with all of my life
Cause you are Lord (2X)

My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you (2X)

So, I will praise you with all of my heart
I will praise you with all of my strength
I will praise you with all of my life
Cause you are Lord (2X)

My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you
My life belongs to you (4X)

And, I will praise you with all of my heart
I will praise you with all of my strength
I will praise you with all of my life

You are Lord (2X)

Overall Meaning

The song "My Life Belongs To You" by Israel & New Breed is a declaration that the singer's life is fully devoted to God. The song starts by acknowledging that God is the only true God and Lord of all. The lyrics then describe God as the giver of life, peace, and prosperity. This shows that the singer recognizes God's goodness and the blessings that come from Him. The chorus repeats the phrase "My life belongs to you" multiple times, emphasizing the singer's commitment to God. The second verse further explains the singer's devotion to God and their willingness to praise Him with all their heart, strength, and life. The song closes with a final declaration that God is Lord.

The song is a powerful reminder that our lives should belong to God completely. It encourages Christians to remember that God is the source of all good things in life and to give Him the praise and worship He deserves. The repetition of the chorus is particularly effective in driving this message home.

Line by Line Meaning

You are my God there is none other
You are the only God that exists

You stand alone as Lord of all
You are the ultimate ruler and no one else comes close

Giver of life, peace and prosperity
You provide life, peace and everything good that we have

Lord, you are Lord of all (2X)
You are the Lord of all things, there is no one who can rival you

My life belongs to you (10X)
I dedicate my entire existence to you

So, I will praise you with all of my heart
I will give my complete devotion to you

I will praise you with all of my strength
I will use all of my energy to praise and worship you

I will praise you with all of my life
All aspects of my being will be dedicated solely to worshiping you

Cause you are Lord (2X)
You are the ultimate authority and ruler of all things

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