The band released their debut EP, Introducing the City Harmonic, on November 23, 2010 in Canada and the United States, Their début single, "Manifesto" appeared in the charts in several categories.After appearing on the K-LOVE Morning show on February 8, 2011, Introducing The City Harmonic rose to No. 5 on the iTunes sales charts in the Christian & Gospel Albums category. As of May 4, 2011, "Manifesto" remained on Billboard Magazine's Christian charts for 15 weeks.The song has also been featured as the walk-up song for Oakland Athletics outfielder Seth Smith, was recently played at a San Diego Padres game, and was selected as the anthem for the National Day of Prayer celebrations in Nashville.
The EP was also released in January 2011 in Britain.
The band released their first full-length album titled I Have a Dream (It Feels Like Home) on October 18, 2011. On the iTunes Christian/Gospel chart it hit No. 1 in Canada and stayed in the top 4 in the U.S.On November 5, 2011 it peaked at 34 on Billboard's 'Christian Albums' chart, and at 6 on the 'Heatseekers Albums' chart. A song from this album, "Holy (Wedding Day)" was released on September 21, 2012. As of January 22, 2012 it had reached 39 on the Billboard chart of Christian Songs and had the fifth biggest jump.
The group was nominated for a 2012 GMA Dove Award for "New Artist of the Year."
On April 20, 2013, the band won a Juno award for Christian/Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year.
Fell Apart
The City Harmonic Lyrics
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Put me back together
I fell apart
You are Creator
You understand my heart
Man is prone to wander
I feel it everyday
Won't You find away
If You are who You say You are
Won't You be who You've always been to me
Lord I crave for the real thing
Just a taste
You're something real in a world of fake
Oh oh oh
Oh my sin of my heart
Begs for bread from a stone
If You are who You say You are
Can I live on words alone
Tell me where's that hope and peace
Tell me where's that grace
Words that heal this heart of mine
Lord, You found a way
If You are who You say You are
Won't You be who You've always been to me
Lord I crave for the real thing
Just a taste
You're something real in a world of fake
Bread of life
Light of the world
Your home of rest
I may come in
Good Shepherd
Resurrection Lamb
The Life, true vine
You are my God
You have spoken
You found a way
You found a way
You are the way
You're the real thing
You're the real thing
You're the real thing
You're the real thing
You're the real thing
The City Harmonic's song Fell Apart is a powerful plea to God for help and guidance in times of struggle and hardship. The singer recognizes their own human tendency to "wander" and fall apart, but also recognizes God as the ultimate Creator who can "put [them] back together." Throughout the song, the singer asks for help, guidance, and a taste of something real in a world that often feels fake and insincere.
The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer asks God to put them back together after they have fallen apart. This can be interpreted both literally and figuratively, as the singer may be referring to a physical, emotional, or spiritual breakdown. However, the singer expresses faith in God as the Creator who understands their heart and can provide the help they need.
The second and third verses continue this theme of seeking God's help and guidance, asking for words that can heal their heart and for a taste of something real in a world full of fakeness. The singer acknowledges their own sin and despair, but also recognizes the power of God's grace and the hope and peace that can come from a relationship with Him.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh
Expressing an emotion in response to a divine presence
Put me back together
Asking to be repaired after a spiritual or emotional breakdown
I fell apart
Acknowledging the state of distress in which an individual finds themselves in
You are Creator
Referring to a higher power as the ultimate source of all created beings
You understand my heart
Believing that a higher power knows and comprehends an individual's deepest innermost feelings
Man is prone to wander
Acknowledging the human tendency to stray from a spiritual path
I feel it everyday
Observing the challenge of staying focused and grounded despite the daily temptations and pressures
Won't You find a way
Requesting assistance from a higher power to help stay on track
If You are who You say You are
Questioning and seeking confirmation about the nature and identity of a higher power
Won't You be who You've always been to me
Asking for continuity and consistency in a relationship with a higher power
Lord, I crave for the real thing
Expressing a desire for authenticity, truth, and genuine connection in a relationship with a higher power
Just a taste
Expressing a willingness to try and experience a new and different perspective or way of being
You're something real in a world of fake
Recognizing the prevalence of inauthenticity and seeking something that is true, genuine, and real instead
Oh oh oh
Expressing an emotion in response to a divine presence
Oh my sin of my heart
Acknowledging the presence of sin and wrongdoing within oneself
Begs for bread from a stone
Describing the futility of trying to find nourishment or fulfillment from something that cannot provide it
Can I live on words alone
Questioning whether words or language are sufficient to sustain an individual's spiritual or emotional needs
Tell me where's that hope and peace
Expressing a desire for guidance and direction towards a source of inner calm, well-being, and optimism
Tell me where's that grace
Seeking benevolence, forgiveness, and mercy from a higher power
Words that heal this heart of mine
Seeking comfort, solace, and restoration from emotional pain and heartbreak
Lord, You found a way
Acknowledging and crediting a higher power for finding a solution or resolution in a difficult situation
Bread of life
Referring to a higher power as a source of sustenance and nourishment
Light of the world
Referring to a higher power as a source of illumination, enlightenment, and guidance
Your home of rest
Referring to a higher power as a source of comfort and refuge from the stresses and challenges of life
I may come in
Expressing openness to receiving and accepting a higher power's invitation, guidance, or presence
Good Shepherd
Referring to a higher power as a guide, protector, and nurturer
Resurrection Lamb
Referring to a higher power as a symbol of sacrifice, redemption, and new beginnings
The Life, true vine
Referring to a higher power as a source of vitality, growth, and fruitfulness
You are my God
Affirming and acknowledging a higher power's role and place in an individual's life
You have spoken
Acknowledging and affirming a higher power's message or guidance
You found a way
Acknowledging and crediting a higher power for finding a solution or resolution in a difficult situation
You are the way
Affirming a belief in a higher power as the ultimate path, direction, and guidance in life
You're the real thing
Affirming a belief in a higher power as an authentic, genuine, and truthful presence in a world full of inauthenticity
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