Five- piece from Toledo, Ohio Matt Hammitt (lead vocals), Mark Graalman (drums), Chris Rohman and Pete Prevost (guitars), and Dan Gartley replacing Steve Goodrum(bass).
Often quoted as "Electrifying Christian Rock" with the rock edge of bands like Foo Fighters and songwriting of Matchbox 20. They are mostly known for a trio of chart-topping hits—“Everything About You,” “The Fight Song” and a cover of U2’s “Beautiful Day”.
Their albums include:
All This Talk of Aliens - 1998
Message for the Masses - 1999
Nothing to Lose - 2001
Say it Loud - 2002
The Face of Love - 2006
We Need Each Other - 2007
and... Pieces of a Real Heart, which Sanctus Real held a vote on Twitter and Facebook to decide the title. - 2010
Thank You
Sanctus Real Lyrics
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The sky is filled with graces, since you have carried me
I felt so far beyond your reach, but you gave everything for me
I was lost but you rescued my life
Why in the world did you come after me?
Thank you
Words aren't enough, but for now I can say
There is hope rising 'cause you have strength I've never seen
And your eyes are shining, 'cause you shed tears for me
I was miles from dry land, but you gave everything you had
I can't understand a love of this kind
I could find other lines that you haven't heard spoken over and over again
I've tried every way, but I keep landing on that simple phrase
So I'll keep singing, "thank you"
The lyrics of Sanctus Real's song Thank You express a deep sense of gratitude and awe towards God for the unending and sacrificial love that He has for us. The opening lines allude to the breathtaking beauty of creation, pointing to the fact that God's love is not just a mere feeling, but something that is tangible and visible in the world around us. The chorus takes the form of a sincere expression of gratitude, with the singer admitting that mere words cannot fully capture the overwhelming sense of appreciation they feel towards God for everything He has done for them.
Throughout the song, the singer describes their own sense of inadequacy and worthlessness, highlighting the fact that they were lost and helpless before God rescued them. However, despite their unworthiness, God still chose to pursue them and shower them with His love, which is something they can never fully understand. The song ends on a note of humility, admitting that though there may be other ways to express gratitude to God, the simplest and most sincere phrase is still "thank you".
Overall, the lyrics of Thank You are a powerful testament to the love and grace of God, and a reminder that even when we feel lost and hopeless, He is always there to lift us up and carry us through.
Line by Line Meaning
There are horizons with colors that I've never seen
The world is full of beauty that I have never experienced before and I am grateful for it.
The sky is filled with graces, since you have carried me
I am overwhelmed by the amount of blessings that have come my way since you have come into my life.
I felt so far beyond your reach, but you gave everything for me
I felt like I wasn't worth your love, but you still gave your all to save me from my own despair.
I was lost but you rescued my life
I was completely lost and hopeless, but you came and showed me a better way to live my life.
Why in the world did you come after me?
Why did you choose to save me from my misery when there are so many others who may need it more?
Thank you
A simple phrase that encompasses all of the gratitude and love that I have for you.
Words aren't enough, but for now I can say
I know that my words will never fully express the depth of my appreciation for you, but I will try my best to convey my feelings for now.
There is hope rising 'cause you have strength I've never seen
Because of your love and support, I am able to find hope and strength that I never knew existed in myself.
And your eyes are shining, 'cause you shed tears for me
I am moved by the fact that you care so deeply for me that you shed tears on my behalf.
I was miles from dry land, but you gave everything you had
I was drowning in my own sorrows, but you still gave everything you had to save me from myself.
I can't understand a love of this kind
I am in awe of the pure and selfless love that you give so freely, and I cannot comprehend how someone could love so deeply.
I could find other lines that you haven't heard spoken over and over again
There are many other things that I could say to express my gratitude that have not been said before, but they all pale in comparison to a simple 'thank you'.
I've tried every way, but I keep landing on that simple phrase
No matter how hard I try to find the right words to express myself, I always come back to a heartfelt 'thank you' as the most fitting way to express my gratitude.
So I'll keep singing, "thank you"
I will continue to express my gratitude in any way that I can, and a simple 'thank you' will always be at the forefront of my appreciation for you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: CHRIS ROHMAN, CHRISTOPHER E. STEVENS, DANIEL DAVID GARTLEY, MARK STEVEN JR. GRAALMAN, MATTHEW D. HAMMITT
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