In 2002, the band released their popular second album, Spoken For, which produced two more Top 10 hits. The combined success of the band's first two albums garnered a nomination for the Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist at the American Music Awards.
In 2004, MercyMe released Undone which produced two Top 10 hits: Here With Me which also hit Billboard's Top 100 chart that same year, and In The Blink of an Eye which, as of the end of 2005, was at #5 on R&R's top Christian hits. In 2005 they also released their Christmas album titled The Christmas Sessions.
2006 saw the release of the album Coming Up to Breathe, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Christian Albums, and #13 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Also released was Coming Up to Breathe Acoustic.
In 2007, MercyMe released their newest album, All That Is Within Me, which debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart.
In 2010 they released The Generous Mr. Lovewell. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Christian Albums chart.
August 30, 2011 they released an album titled The Worship Sessions; it's currently exclusive to Family Christian Bookstores and can not be found on iTunes or Amazon.
The The Hurt & The Healer Songfacts says that their eighth major label studio album, The Hurt & Tye Healer, will be released on May 22, 2012. The record was produced by Brown Bannister and Dan Muckala and is centered around the concept of bringing healing to the hurting.
Coming Up to Breathe
MercyMe Lyrics
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I've forgotten how to swim
I can't tell which way is up or down
Save me before I drown down here
I just need some air
I'm coming up to breathe
Oh, I'm coming up to breathe
But I am breaking free tonight
And I'm coming up to breathe
I just need to break these chains
I just need to leave this place
Before now this was all I knew
But with just one glimpse of You I see
You're the air I need
I've done everything I can
To get myself up on dry land
Lord, here I am again
Reaching for Your hand
MercyMe's song Coming Up to Breathe is a cry for help from someone who has found himself in over his head. In the first verse, he expresses the feeling of being lost and disoriented, unsure of which way is up or down. He is drowning and needs someone to save him. He cries out for air and a new start, a chance to break free from the past and rediscover himself.
In the second verse, the singer expresses his desire to be free from the chains that have kept him in this place. He feels like he needs to escape and find a new path. He discovers that God is the only one who can provide the air he needs. The singer has tried everything to get out of this place, but he realizes that only God can lead him to dry land. He reaches out to God for help, hoping that He will be there to pull him out of the deep waters.
This song can be interpreted in many ways. It can be seen as a plea for help from someone who has lost their way, or as a cry for freedom and a new start. It can also be interpreted as a reflection of the journey of faith, where we are constantly in need of God's help to overcome the struggles of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in way too deep
I am in a state of mind where it's hard to come out of.
I've forgotten how to swim
I am struggling to keep my head up and float in the water of life.
I can't tell which way is up or down
I am lost and confused, trying to find my way back to reality.
Save me before I drown down here
I am in danger of losing myself if I don't find someone to pull me out of this situation.
I just need some air
I need some time to breathe and regain my strength.
I'm coming up to breathe
I am making a conscious choice to take a break and refocus on what truly matters.
Oh, I'm coming up to breathe
I am determined to resurface and reconnect with my purpose.
I've held my breath for all my life
I have been suppressing my emotions and desires for far too long.
But I am breaking free tonight
Today is the day I decide to let go of anything that holds me back from living to my fullest potential.
And I'm coming up to breathe
I am ready to take control of my life and move forward with strength and purpose.
I just need to break these chains
I need to let go of anything that ties me down and weighs me down with negativity.
I just need to leave this place
I need to move on from this environment that has been holding me back from reaching my goals.
Before now this was all I knew
I used to think this was my destiny, but I now realize that there is more to life.
But with just one glimpse of You I see
I have found inspiration and hope in the presence of a higher power.
You're the air I need
You are the source of my strength and hope. You are the breath of fresh air that I need to live.
I've done everything I can
I have tried my best to succeed, but I can't do it alone.
To get myself up on dry land
I have been struggling to find solid ground, a place where I can stand firm.
Lord, here I am again
I am coming to you once again, seeking your guidance and support.
Reaching for Your hand
I am putting my faith and trust in you to lead me to the path that is best for me.
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Madison Qualls
I've been struggling through a lot lately, and I used to listen to this band when I was younger. I can honestly say I love this song and its meaning because I'm trying to restore my faith. I've been away for too long
Brian Fixitguy
HEis the CREATOR of Every sunrise and new day...
REPENT and sin no more
Just with ALL YOU ARE..Soul REPENT..
HEwill honor HIS promise
Purple Royalty!!
God bless you all and your families.
Freedom
This whole album is a masterpiece!
Azu
Excelent ! Love this álbum and love this band ♡♡♡
Art4 Food
I've been listening to this band for years, I still don't understand why they have so few subscribers. People need to hear not just this band and their music but more christian music in general!
King Diamond9
Thank you guys so much for this one! Been absolutely obsessed with your music all my life.😄
BuddhistLove's Life
Although I'm a very practicing Buddhist, I just love this lovely Christian band! They're so uplifting! Life is so wonderful and it is things like this that help make it that way for me! I absolutely love my life and I hope that all of you do or can as well, at least, one day!
May all of you find peace and joy in your lives! Life gets tough but keep your chin up because everything will be okay if you keep seeking the truth and remain diligent.
Hold fast, help is on the way! 😉
Minns
Joseph French
Thanks Bro
BuddhistLove's Life
Burke Minns No problem Burke! I hope your days are blessed and you're doing well!