Newsboys are considered one of the most popular bands in the Christian music industry. They have had numerous hit singles on the Christian pop charts, including Shine (1994), Take Me To Your Leader (1996) and He Reigns (2003).
In 2000, they helped start and headlined the annual, travelling CCM festival Festival Con Dios with Audio Adrenaline and The O.C. Supertones. It was known for featuring popular Christian bands and its motorcross stunts.
Steve Taylor has produced many of their hit albums, and several of the songs he has worked on with the band (such as Breakfast, Take Me To Your Leader) feature Taylor's humor and quaint lyrics.
During the Step Up To The Microphone tour, the band featured the drums on a rotating platform that could tilt downward up to 90 degrees. In fact, there were two sets of drums and Peter Furler (the original drummer) and Duncan Phillips would wear seat belts, so they wouldn't fall out, and have a rotating drum-off. This feature is still used on their tours and has grown to be quite popular.
In 2003, Jody Davis left the band to care for his sick daughter, Bethany. His replacement, Bryan Olesen, left in 2006 to work on his own band, Casting Pearls. The band announced in January 2007 that Paul Colman would be replacing Bryan.
The Newsboys released their new album, Go, on October 31st, featuring songs such as their hit single I Am Free, along with new singles Wherever We Go, and Something Beautiful. In March 2007, a collection of remixes from the Go was released as Go Remixed.
On December 31st 2006, bass player Phil Joel departed from the band to devote more time to family and personal goals.
In January 2009, the band announced that guitarist Jody Davis would return, replacing Paul Colman. Colman continues to pursue his solo career.
In March, 2009, it was announced that Peter Furler will be leaving the band to pursue other interests and will be replaced by Michael Tait, former member of dc talk and founding member of Tait. However, it was also announced that Furler will remain with the Newsboys in a production/advisory role, and may occasionally return to the stage with them for special events and will still be on the albums.
Lighthouse
Newsboys Lyrics
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The other daymindin' my own business I say
I saw a bloke standin' on the side of the
Street and waving his bible and being
Everything but discret
Refrain
You know what's right from wrong don't say, no way
Don't wait till things go wrong ssek
Chorus
love and joy and peace and hope
Is what He offers us
you know I'm not usually one stop
And talk to people like this ? you know
But something inside of me was building up and needin' to find out what he'd say he said
Refrain, Chorus
Well that was several month ago
Now my life has changed because
Someone cared to say...
He stands at the door of your
Heart and knocks
Open up the door
And keep it locked today, today
The lyrics to Newsboys' song "Lighthouse" describe a personal encounter with a man who is standing on the side of the street, waving his Bible and proclaiming his beliefs openly. The singer initially observes this man with skepticism, stating that he usually doesn't stop and talk to people like him. However, something inside of him compels him to find out what the man has to say.
The refrain emphasizes the importance of knowing right from wrong and seeking God before things go wrong. The chorus highlights the message of love, joy, peace, and hope that Jesus offers to all. The singer acknowledges that his life has changed since someone cared enough to share this message with him. The song concludes with the invitation to open the door of one's heart and let Jesus in.
Overall, the lyrics convey a notion of curiosity and conviction. The singer's initial skepticism transforms into a realization that there is something meaningful and transformative about the message being shared. The song encourages listeners to be open to the possibility of faith and to embrace the love and hope that Jesus offers.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I was walkin' down the street just
As I strolled through the city
The other day mindin' my own business I say
Engaged in my own thoughts and affairs
I saw a bloke standin' on the side of the Street and waving his bible and being Everything but discret
I witnessed a man boldly and openly proclaiming his faith
Refrain
Repetition of the chorus
You know what's right from wrong don't say, no way
You have a clear understanding of morality
Don't wait till things go wrong ssek Him today
Don't wait for troubles to seek His guidance, approach Him today
Chorus
Repetition of the main theme of the song
love and joy and peace and hope Is what He offers us
He extends to us the gifts of love, joy, peace, and hope
you know I'm not usually one stop And talk to people like this ? you know
I don't typically engage in conversations with strangers
But something inside of me was building up and needin' to find out what he'd say he said
Yet, an internal prompting grew stronger, urging me to discover his message
Refrain
Repetition of the chorus
Well that was several month ago
A significant period has passed since that encounter
Now my life has changed because Someone cared to say...
Now, my life has transformed because someone took the time to speak...
He stands at the door of your Heart and knocks
He patiently awaits at the entrance of your inner being, seeking entry
Open up the door
Open your heart and soul
And keep it locked today, today
Maintain the unlocked state of your heart, starting today and continuing forward
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERIC NATHAN ROBERTSON, STEPHANIE TAYLOR
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