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.
You Reign
MercyMe Lyrics
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Even before there was a star in the sky
Even before the world was put in motion
You were on Your throne
You were on Your throne
You reign
Glory in the highest
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
Even before Your hand made the heavens
Even before the breath of all mankind
Even before we had to be forgiven
You were on Your throne
You were on Your throne
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
Yesterday, today and forever
You are God who was, and is, and is to come
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
Let every tongue proclaim
Let every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
The song "You Reign" by MercyMe speaks about the power, majesty, and sovereignty of God. The lyrics highlight the fact that even before the world was created, God was on His throne, and He will continue to reign forever.
The opening verse of the song emphasizes that God's reign extends far before human existence. The reference to "a drop in the ocean" and "a star in the sky" conveys the vastness of God's reign and His power over all creation. The chorus then declares the glory of God and asserts that every knee will bow and every tongue will proclaim His name. The song ends by emphasizing that God is eternal and will forever reign supreme.
Overall, "You Reign" is an anthem of praise to God and a reminder of His greatness and might. It encourages listeners to join in with all creation in praise of the One who reigns supreme over all.
Line by Line Meaning
Even before there was a drop in the ocean
God has been in control since before the formation of the world.
Even before there was a star in the sky
God existed before the creation of the universe or any celestial bodies.
Even before the world was put in motion
God was present before the world was set into motion by His divine will.
You were on Your throne
God has always been in control and sitting on His throne.
You reign
God is in complete control of everything and governs the universe.
Glory in the highest
God deserves all the glory as He is the supreme being.
Let creation testify by Your name
Everything in creation points to God's existence and power.
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
At the end of time, every person will acknowledge God as sovereign.
That Jesus reigns
Jesus, as the Son of God, shares in the glory and power of His Father.
Even before Your hand made the heavens
God existed before creation began and was the mastermind behind everything.
Even before the breath of all mankind
God existed before the creation of humans and all living creatures.
Even before we had to be forgiven
God knew we would sin before we were even created and planned for our salvation.
Yesterday, today and forever
God's reign is eternal and He has existed throughout all time.
You are God who was, and is, and is to come
God has always been and always will be present and powerful.
Let every tongue proclaim
The unifying call for everyone to acknowledge God's sovereignty.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: Barry Graul, Bart Millard, Steven Curtis Chapman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jamespembleton2666
Even before there was a drop in the ocean
Even before there was a star in the sky
Even before the world was put in motion
You were on Your throne
You were on Your throne
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
Even before Your hand made the heavens
Even before the breath of all mankind
Even before we had to be forgiven
You were on Your throne
You were on Your throne
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
Yesterday, today and forever
You are God who was, and is, and is to come
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
You reign
Glory in the highest
You reign
Let creation testify by Your name
Every knee will bow and every tongue proclaim
Let every tongue proclaim
Let every tongue proclaim
That Jesus reigns
@kalenjohnson3191
I will never forget how i got baptized in church and its good to know who jesus is and i know now why i got saved
@Nathan_596
So awesome...I hope you're still staying strong in your walk with Jesus through these crazy times 😊❤
@MLynn-qc5fj
Gosh, I can't stop playing this song without tearing up or getting goosebumps. Such a beautiful song, it helps us picture the awesomeness of God, how sovereign He is!!
Love, love, love Mercyme! Praise God for Bart's gift of voice and songwriting.
I've been blessed to watch his recent movie: "I can only imagine". Got a lot of love and respect for this guy; behind that beautiful smile carried a lot of pain! May God continue to bless him and his family, in Jesus name, Amen! (PS. looking forward to going to their concert this year; I still love their old songs like "I can only imagine, You Reign; and Beautiful. I hope they play this at the concert too!!)
@geo1142
Amen
@bkwbjr94
JESUS REIGNS FOREVER AND ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!GOD BLESS EVERYONE!
@obihulk3152
For those who disliked this video.Please let the lord show you the light.
@granthashimoto4385
One day every knee will bow and every tongue will proclaim that Jesus is Lord
@inTruthbyGrace
...to the glory of God The Father
@HoneyBee1980
Amen 🙏🏽
@Chase_baker_1996
Amen brother