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.
The Letter
Newsboys Lyrics
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Things could be better
Full of promises, you got hopes and dreams
Did you get it
Have you read it
It talks about you and Me
And the future, you see
Something no one can do
Oh can't you see you're one of a kind
Child, you're like a star
Set apart
Set apart from the start of the world
This is your time
Rise and shine
Child you're one of a kind
Sometimes every thing's too much
Like the deepest cut
That hurts to be touched
When you hear it
When you feel it
Don't let it have its way
I'm trying to say
Something no one can do
Is take the place of you
Oh can't you see you're one of a kind
Oh, child, you're like a star
Set apart
Set apart from the start of the world
This is your time
Rise and shine
Child you're one of a kind
I know it's hard to hear promises
When the blue has turned to grey
Nobody said it was easy
But I know you'll find your way
Oh, child, you're like a star
Set apart
Set apart from the start of the world
This is your time
Rise and shine, yeah
You're one of a kind
Child, you're like a star
Set apart
Set apart from the start of the world
This is your time
Rise and shine, yeah
Child you're one of a kind
One of a kind
One of a kind
You're One of a kind
You are
You are
The lyrics of "The Letter" by Newsboys are meant to be an uplifting message to someone who may be struggling or feeling like they don't matter. The song talks about a letter that the singer has written to someone, possibly a friend, loved one, or even themselves, with promises and hopes for the future. The singer asks if the person has received and read the letter yet, emphasizing how important the message is. The letter states that no one can take the place of the person, that they are unique and one of a kind, and compares them to a star set apart from the rest of the world. The chorus repeats the idea that the person is special and that this is their time to shine, as they rise above the struggles that they may be facing.
The song's overall message is one of encouragement, telling the listener that even when things get tough, they are still valuable and important. The lyrics emphasize the power of positive words and encouragement, letting the person know that they can make it through and find their way. The idea that the person is set apart from the rest of the world suggests that they have a purpose and a destiny that is different from anyone else's, and that they are capable of achieving great things.
Line by Line Meaning
I wrote you a letter
The singer wrote a letter to the listener.
Things could be better
The singer acknowledges that things aren't great right now.
Full of promises, you got hopes and dreams
The letter is optimistic and encourages the listener to have dreams and hopes.
Did you get it
The singer is asking if the listener received the letter.
Have you read it
The singer is asking if the listener has read the letter yet.
It talks about you and Me
The letter is about the relationship between the singer and the listener.
And the future, you see
The letter discusses the future and what is possible.
Something no one can do
No one else can replace the listener or be like them.
Is take the place of you
The listener is unique and irreplaceable.
Oh can't you see you're one of a kind
The singer wants the listener to recognize their uniqueness and value.
Child, you're like a star
The listener is compared to a star, implying their brightness and beauty.
Set apart
The listener is distinguished or different from others.
Set apart from the start of the world
The listener has always been unique and special since the beginning of time.
This is your time
Now is the time for the listener, as they have potential for success.
Rise and shine
The singer is encouraging the listener to make the most of their opportunities.
Sometimes every thing's too much
Sometimes life can be overwhelming.
Like the deepest cut
Life's difficulties can cause deep emotional pain.
That hurts to be touched
The pain is real and deeply felt.
When you hear it
When you experience the pain.
When you feel it
When the pain is experienced emotionally.
Don't let it have its way
Don't let painful experiences control or define you.
I'm trying to say
The singer is attempting to communicate an important message.
I know it's hard to hear promises
The listener might be skeptical of promises because of their past experiences.
When the blue has turned to grey
When things seem hopeless and sad.
Nobody said it was easy
Life is often difficult and challenging.
But I know you'll find your way
The singer is optimistic that the listener will overcome their challenges.
One of a kind
The listener is completely unique and special, unlike anyone else.
You are
The listener has value and worth.
Contributed by Luke G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Prvoslavka Popac
on God's Not Dead (Like a Lion)
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