The Seven Places guys are from southern Oregon and have a long family history in the Calvary Chapel environment. Tyler Jones, guitarist for Seven Places comments, ”The Calvary Chapel system was initially created for hippies on the beach in southern California to hear the gospel. They were kids that were a little out of the box from the mainstream church at the time, but the worship was amazing and it spoke to them. They were getting saved right where they were, in their environment. We’ve just carried that original philosophy into our band. We want to impact kids right where they are.” Indeed they have. Seth and Tyler, together with Seth’s little brother Jeffrey on drums, and Donnie Vizzini on bass began playing for their youth group at a weekly worship event. That number went from 100 to 1,000 kids and stayed that way for two years. Shortly thereafter, Seven Places signed a record deal with BEC Recordings and hit the studio with producer Aaron Sprinkle (Kutless, Jeremy Camp) to record their debut release, Lonely For The Last Time. Clearly, Sprinkle’s indie-rock meets power pop sensibilities gelled well with Seven Places’ pre-existing sound on the disc’s eleven choice cuts, which are loaded with electric urgency, towering crescendos, and a hint of the alternative underground, designated to please listeners of various genre interests. Tyler sums up the band’s approach to writing by saying, “I strive for honesty, and I realize a lot of other songwriters do the same thing, but sometimes they don’t point to anything eternal in the end. It’s fine to share your feelings in really emotional and expressive manners, but in the end thoughts have to be brought back to the Lord.”
Specifically, songs like “Stay the Same” (an ode to self-esteem); “Thinking It Over” (about making difficult life choices) and “Yours” (revolving worshipful adoration) echo such sentiments, as does the anthemic title cut about finding identity in Christ. The punchy radio ready rocker “Like It Never Happened” is a plea for listeners to forget their sinful past, while “Western Wall” was inspired by Seth’s recent trip to Israel. “I gained a new love and appreciation for all of the history of Israel and the Jewish people,” he explains. “But I also saw the community weakened and really struggling by depressing economic times. I wrote ‘Western Wall’ in response to that situation as an encouragement to those feeling dry in their walk with the Lord.”
Beyond any hit single, a spot on any coveted tour, or the quest for longevity, Seven Places’ members would rather focus on the ministering elements of such songs. Unlike some bands with Christian members who get their start on the spiritual scene in hopes of crossing over to the mainstream, Seven Places’ specifically strives to edify the body of Christ and revive hurting listeners’ faith. “We’re about presenting a faith that is real and relevant to young people that have grown up in the church and we’re hear to remind them that this isn’t just their parents’ God,” Seth concludes. “It’s about getting a message of hope to those that have been burnt out in their walk and getting them back on track.”
Yours
Seven Places Lyrics
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A toothless lion, he is weak and he is old but it scares me every time.
I feel my feet shake underneath,
can't hear myself through my almost shattered chattering teeth.
But without fail Your Spirit sweeps me off my feet so I can scream.
What's left to see is that I'll always be just Yours.
And all that I am I lay down in Your hands because I'm Yours.
Hell was inevitable until Your love was edible.
What's left to see is that I'll always be just Yours.
And all that I am I lay down in Your hands because I'm Yours.
The lyrics to "Yours" by Seven Places tell a story of fear and surrender. The singer paints a picture of a toothless lion, old and weak but still able to instill a sense of terror. The sound of rustling echoes, and the singer finds their teeth chattering in fear. But then, something happens - the Spirit sweeps them off their feet, and they are overcome with a desire to scream. The song reaches its climax as the singer declares that they will always belong to God, and they surrender everything they are into His hands.
The toothless lion in the first verse can be interpreted as a metaphor for Satan or evil, something that is old and weak but still able to inspire fear. The sound of the "rusty box" symbolizes the way evil can be unpredictable, creating anxiety and uncertainty. However, the singer finds comfort in the fact that they are not alone - the Spirit comes to their aid and lifts them up. This is a powerful image of the way faith can help us face our fears and overcome them.
The chorus sums up the message of the song - the singer belongs to God, and they trust Him to guide them. The imagery of laying "all that I am" down in God's hands is a powerful statement of surrender, as the singer acknowledges their dependence on God. The reference to Hell being "inevitable until Your love was edible" is a striking image - it suggests that the singer was once lost but has now found their way to salvation through faith.
Overall, "Yours" is a powerful song of surrender and faith, with vivid imagery and a clear message of trust in God.
Line by Line Meaning
Echoes the sound of a rusty box, around it goes till out something pops.
The sound of this situation is unsettling and unpredictable until something unexpected happens.
A toothless lion, he is weak and he is old but it scares me every time.
Even though the obstacle seems weak and powerless, it still causes fear and uncertainty.
I feel my feet shake underneath, can't hear myself through my almost shattered chattering teeth.
I'm so scared that my body is physically shaking and I can't even speak clearly.
But without fail Your Spirit sweeps me off my feet so I can scream.
Despite my fear, the power of Your Spirit causes me to feel joy and shout with excitement.
What's left to see is that I'll always be just Yours.
No matter what happens in life, I know that I belong to You and will always be Yours.
And all that I am I lay down in Your hands because I'm Yours.
I give You everything that I am because I trust that You are in control and will take care of me because I am Yours.
Hell was inevitable until Your love was edible.
My life was headed for destruction until I experienced the nourishing and life-giving love that You offer.
I've tasted and I've seen, You're the one for me.
I have experienced Your goodness and know that You are the one who truly satisfies and fulfills me.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOHN P. KEE
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