Read Full Bio ↴Least of These is an indie/ progressive / rock band from Denton, TX.
In their short time together, LOT has seen success at venues in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and sought to expand their influence with their first release, More Than Conquerors EP, in summer 2011.
With influences like Thrice, As Cities Burn, and So Long Forgotten, Least of These writes heavy-hitting, melodic rock songs with passionate lyrics to share our intense love that we have for promoting our faith through music. We thank God for the opportunity to be able to do this, and we appreciate all of you for taking the time to listen.
Their first full-length release, Change Will Come, was released in 2013, and features a guest appearance from spoken word artist Levi the Poet.
"A person contacted me through email about this really great indie rock band from Texas called Least of These. They have a very on fire spiritual message delivered through incredible indie rock notes. This isn’t some cheese ball radio rock band. If you’re a fan of music from artists like Thrice, As Cities Burn, Manchester Orchestra, So Long Forgotten, or John Mark McMillan, you’ll love these guys. Their new ep “More Than Conquerors” released at the end of August." - Brandon Jones - Indie Vision Music
Grace
Least of These Lyrics
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I'm what I was born to be
His child
His child
I'm not what I was made
I'm what I was born to be
His child
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
I'm not what I was made
I'm what I was born to be
His child
His child
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
Its the cross, its the son, its the deed that has saved
And now I know that I really should have obeyed.
Its the cross, its the son, its the deed that has saved
And now I know that I really should have obeyed.
In "Grace," Least of These sings about the transformative power of grace in their lives as born-again Christians. The song is structured around two main themes: the idea of being born again as a child of God, and the cleansing power of Grace. The songwriter uses repetition to reinforce these themes throughout the song, repeating lines such as "I'm not what I was made, I'm what I was born to be" and "Grace has washed my transgressions away" multiple times.
The opening lines "I'm not what I was made, I'm what I was born to be" suggests that the songwriter sees themselves as fundamentally changed through their born-again experience. They believe that their salvation has transformed their very identity, and they are now a child of God. This idea of being born again is a central theme in Christian theology, where believers are understood to be made into a new creation through their faith.
The chorus "Grace has washed my transgressions away" emphasizes the cleansing power of Grace. The songwriter recognizes their own sinful nature and acknowledges that it is only through God's grace that they are saved. The repetition of this line throughout the song serves to reinforce the idea that salvation is a transformative experience that changes a person from the inside out. Overall, the song is a celebration of the songwriter's faith, and the transformative power of God's grace.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not what I was made
I am not defined by external circumstances or societal expectations but by my true identity.
I'm what I was born to be
I am living out my purpose and embracing my unique design.
His child
I am loved unconditionally and accepted as a son or daughter of God.
His child
I am loved unconditionally and accepted as a son or daughter of God.
Grace has washed my transgressions away
Through undeserved love, I have been forgiven and freed from the guilt of my mistakes.
Oh, grace has washed my transgressions away
I am overwhelmed by the magnitude of God's forgiveness and redemption.
Its the cross, its the son, its the deed that has saved
The sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and his resurrection have provided a way for me to be saved and reconciled to God.
And now I know that I really should have obeyed.
My past mistakes have highlighted my need for a Savior and gratefulness for grace.
Contributed by Charlie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.