[1] The… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists who have gone by The Supertones.
[1] The O.C. Supertones (a.k.a. The Supertones) were a Christian ska band hailing from Orange County, California. The O.C. stands for Orange County and was formally used to differentiate them from another group, but they generally were referred to as The Supertones by fans and publicity, especially as of their second album. The band was formerly signed to Tooth & Nail Records before becoming an independent band for its final tour. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, the Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence.
The band began in the early 1990s as Saved. Originally formed by Matt Morginsky, Jason Carson and Tony Terusa while in Junior High School, the band played a mix of many styles including punk, rap, metal, disco, and funk. In 1995 they formed as The Orange County Supertones and settled on a ska based sound.
In the late 1990s The Supertones achieved wide popularity in the Christian and secular community. Their second album, 1997's release Supertones Strike Back, was a surprise smash hit, peaking on both Billboard's Heatseekers and Top Christian Albums charts at 3 and 2 respectively. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, The Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence. Their next two albums, 1999's Chase the Sun and 2000's Loud and Clear, each charted on the Billboard 200 chart. They continued to release albums until 2005, at which point they went on indefinite hiatus. This ended when they reunited for some shows in 2010. Since then they have had stints in 2012 and 2017, performing various reunion and anniversary shows. Their 2017 commemoration of the 20th anniversary of their most well-received album "Supertones Strike Back" was presented as a definitive "final show".
[2] The Supertones are an "instrumental surf" band from NYC active since 1988. They have released at least 12 albums.
Grace Flood The
The Supertones Lyrics
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Why are you troubled here within me?
Deep inside my heart, my soul, what's wrong?
So my God I do not see why You forgive me
Do You need me? Am I wise? Am I strong?
So Why, so why, so why, so why?
Why do You even love me?
Why should You think of me?
Oh my God, I'll never know. It's
Unconditional love, Unconditional love, Unconditional love,
The grace flood
Take my hand and lead me further up within here
Deep inside Your heart, With in your soul
On my knees as I crawl steady up the incline
The glory of Your face and I can't stand.
The Supertones's song "Grace Flood" is an introspective piece that deals with the singer's struggles with self-worth and understanding God's love for him. The lyrics speak of a troubled soul, uncertain of why it deserves forgiveness and unconditional love, a love so deep that it floods the singer's life. The opening lines pose the question "Soul, what's wrong?" suggesting that there is inner turmoil that needs to be addressed. The singer then wonders if he is worthy of God's love and forgiveness - "Do You need me? Am I wise? Am I strong?"
The chorus is a proclamation of God's love being unconditional, without any strings attached. The singer acknowledges that he will never fully comprehend this love - "Oh my God, I'll never know". The repetition of the phrase "Unconditional love" emphasizes the central theme of the song.
In the second verse, the singer asks God to lead him deeper within himself, to his soul and heart. The image of crawling up an incline suggests a struggle, a fight to reach the glory of God's face. This imagery emphasizes the idea that understanding God's love is not easy, but it requires effort and dedication.
Line by Line Meaning
Soul, what's wrong?
What is causing distress to my inner being?
Why are you troubled here within me?
Why do I feel troubled deep inside my heart and soul?
Deep inside my heart, my soul, what's wrong?
Something is causing discomfort within my inner being
So my God I do not see why You forgive me
I cannot comprehend why God chooses to forgive me
Do You need me? Am I wise? Am I strong? So Why, so why, so why, so why?
I question if I am needed, if I have the wisdom and strength to be useful to God.
Why do You even love me?
I cannot fathom why God would love me despite my flaws
Why do You even care?
Why does God bother to care about me?
Why should You think of me?
I cannot understand why God would think of me specifically
Oh my God, I'll never know. It's
I resign myself to never comprehending the answer
Unconditional love, Unconditional love, Unconditional love, The grace flood
God's love for me is unconditional and flows like a flood of grace
Take my hand and lead me further up within here
God, guide me deeper into your being
Deep inside Your heart, With in your soul
I seek to know God at the core of His being
On my knees as I crawl steady up the incline
I humbly submit and seek to climb toward God's presence
The glory of Your face and I can't stand.
The sight of God's glory is overwhelming and humbling.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JASON CARSON, MATT MORGINSKY, TONY TERUSA
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Daughter of KING JESUS
Yes, brings me back to my childhood! Still jamming to the 'tones to this day. Miss these days of summer rollerblading and when life was more simple and the message of the gospel wasn't so watered down. Jesus is King! To all of the other 'supertones and Jesus freaks, stay strong in the perseverance of the saints! We were born for such a time as this :)
Randall Chase
I went from being an atheist/Satanist to a radically saved rude boy. Your music, message, heart, and compassion was a key element to my salvation! You honestly won’t know till we see Him just how much impact on my generation you generally had… whatever your largest concert audience was, multiply that by 100% or probably more. Because you commissioned more MOD kids to the One Truth, to be His witness… and thereby leading generations to the Lord. Hope that makes sense. Bottom line, your music had an impact on Heaven!
hislivelystone
Our youth group had a very talented band and used to play this! Also saw Supertones in concert at some point. ❤️
ShootTheRadio
Saw these guys back around 98. Was a crazy rockin' show. There are alot of good Christian bands out there. Zao is another good one.
The Non-compl(ian)t One
Living Sacrifice, Tourniquet and Mortification are some other great Christian metal.
Carlos Calderon
This band is awesome :)
Josh H
Carlos Calderon yes.
Ren Vallez
I grew up on this!!! I love ska
HeatherLyn
I <3 THIS SONG!!! Saw the Supertones several times at the So Cal Youth convention.... ahhhh the good ol days when music was still good.
MinnieTyko
I was praying this morning and this song's lyrics came to me as I pondered that God doesn't have to love me! There's nothing in me that would make Him love me. It is all Christ's righteousness that I'm covered with....it's simply God's grace that allowed anyone to be saved, we could never have done it ourselves!