Tye has been making bold declarations and bringing forth change within his music for years with Tye Tribbett & Greater Anointing (“G.A.”), his family and ministry. Together they toured and performed with some of the biggest artists in the secular world including Whitney Houston, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw, Luther Vandross, Elton John, Justin Timberlake and Jill Scott to name a few. It was during a consecration period in between their first two albums Life (2004) and Victory Live! (2006), where Tye & G.A. made the decision to focus solely on gospel.
The success of Life was bolstered to the Billboard Top 10 Gospel Album chart with the infectious singles “No Way” and “Everything.” Victory Live! entered the Billboard Top Gospel Album chart at #1, generated the #1 Gospel Radio single, “Victory,” and earned Tribbett two Stellar Award wins and three Grammy nominations — Best Gospel Performance (“Victory”); Best Gospel Song (“Victory”); and Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album. With his third installment Stand Out (2008) entering the Billboard Gospel chart at #1, Tye further propelled the goodness of God with his musical message.
It was within the last year, however, that Tye learned much more about God’s goodness and grace while dealing with the issue of infidelity in his marriage. Tye moved through a dark period that led to thoughts of suicide. It was here when he acknowledged he moved far away from his foundation. Ironically it was sixty day sabbatical from his musical ministry that realigned Tye to focus on his personal ministry with God and his family first. Tye recalls, “I turned away from God and as soon as I turned back around He was ready to receive me, and I learned God does not hold grudges at all.”
On the fiftieth day, Tye received a revelation in Isaiah 43:18-19 “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” The revelation and acceptance opened Tye’s eyes and behold, God set forth the next phase of change. “The Lord restored [my marriage] for the gospels’ sake, not the gossip’s sake.” The process also consisted of transition with Greater Anointing. “There is a season for everything and no matter how great a season is, the next one is always coming. There was nothing wrong with G.A., it was just time for another season,” proclaims Tye. “I had to release everybody to be who they were called to be.” Tye was clear that the Lord restored his marriage to a new position and with obedience and renewed sensibility, his music would also be restored.
With Fresh Tye is clear, the direction of the music and the ministry changed. “It’s opening a door you never opened before and walking through. It’s unfamiliar and new.” While Tye wrote and produced a majority of the album, he also solicited assistance from a small handful of talented individuals along the way for the very first time. “Fresh,” the first single and title track is a personal testimony. The uptempo celebratory dance jam produced by Pablo Vaillatoro of the Group One Crew sets forth a revived form of worship. Sonically, the pulsating rhythm of techno beats serve as the under-current to Tye’s almost auto-tune laden voice as he sings “you can’t even imagine what God has so fresh.” As Tye further proclaims, “it’s a cry out to God for the frustration of the normal, same ‘ole thing, yet celebrating the newness of life.”
Also from the Group One Crew, Manwell Reyes contributed as a writer and producer with the retro “All For You.” Surrendering to the process of being produced versus being the producer, the track excited Tye with its syncopated drum patterns, because it reaches beyond gospel. “I feel like I can go places I have never gone before- beyond the church walls to expand the brand with other inspirational outlets.”
Tye wrote and produced the first song that came during his lowest point in the wilderness, the aptly titled “Good.” The track gives a youthful approach to praise and worship, with its drum pulses and guitar strums as he simply acknowledges, “I love vertical songs and the God we serve is good.” Another personal song to Tye is the old soul, down home bluesy, “Keep Me.” Inspired by his daughter catching two teenagers kissing on television, Tye provided gentle instruction on content for an age-appropriate audience to his young butterfly. Immediately, John 17 entered into Tye’s spirit, acknowledging “Jesus wants us to pray not to be kept out of this world because His power is shown by how he keeps us while we are in the fire. I can’t keep my daughter, but God can.”
Anointed worship musician Israel Houghton contributes to Fresh with “Champion” and “Most High God (Lude).” For Tye the awesome collaboration expresses the sentiment dearest to him, citing “I love songs that brag about how strong and mighty our God is. I can’t wait to perform that song live.” The anthemic “Champion” takes its big piano as “Most High God (Lude)” simplifies is sounds for his vocal praise.
Both “Your Blood (The Communion Song)” and “Take Over” highlight Men of Standard members Isaac Carree and Lowell Pye respectively. “Your Blood” is a big sounding choir song, while “Take Over” is a song of sanctification. While each song amply reflects surrender to God, the humility present and accounted for is in sheer reverence for God’s greatness and grace.
In the uiet stillness within, “You Alone” simply sounds like a prayer. Inspired by Contemporary Christian Music and the total devotion to the fullness of God, Tye acknowledges, “I want to grow my audience to a more mature worship experience and atmosphere.” Adding “the words ask you to listen to my heart and not just the music because this is something you can pray when speaking of the Lord or speaking to Him” as the simplicity of the chords invoke the worship atmosphere. Subsequently “Holding On” sounds like the letter to God after the prayer. “This song stretches me and opens the door with its inspiration. When life gets hard, everybody needs something to hold on to.”
All sixteen tracks on the candid Fresh album are simple, “I want everyone to be refreshed because there is a cleansing that takes place in worship. Whatever I was known for, I’m adding to it with this CD. I want my heart to be heard and then you will understand.” Purposeful in the acknowledgement of his testimony, Tye Tribbett’s self-professed “compassion package” is based on growing through the storms of life with full transparency acknowledging God can change someone. Tye is pursuing an acting career and becoming more involved with organizations that target bouncing back and moving forward. “I have a greater compassion coming out of a storm because this love I experience from God, and for my wife and His people, is so big because He first loved us. Know that a relationship with God is possible.” And that is fresh.
No Other Choice
Tye Tribbett Lyrics
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I thought that I was smart enough, I thought I knew enough to (handle my self)
I didn't realize the problem was, the struggle was between my will and Yours
So I'm giving up my will for Yours, I'm totally depending on You (please come through)
I have no other choice but to trust You
That's all I can do
I have no other choice but to believe
Now when trouble comes my way, I don't cry, I just lift my eyes (to the hills)
'Cause Your word says my help is gonna come, I'm just gon rest in what You say (hey, hey, hey)
'Cause I know every word You say is true
And every promise that You made it will come to
So no matter how long it takes
I'll be here still giving praise
Waiting on my change to come
I have no other choice but to trust You
That's all I can do
I have no other choice but to believe
The lyrics to Tye Tribbett's song, "No Other Choice," speak to the power and necessity of surrendering one's will to a higher power. The singer acknowledges that in the past, they had tried to do things their own way and relied solely on their own understanding and abilities. However, they soon realized that this approach was futile and did not lead to the desired outcome. The singer discovered that the true struggle was between their own will and the will of a higher power; indicating a possible personal religious experience.
The lyrics showcase the importance and benefits of trusting and believing in a higher power, even in the face of adversity or trouble. The singer expresses that when they face trouble, they do not react with fear or anxiety but instead lift their eyes to the hills and rest in the promises of a higher power. The lyrics suggest that complete trust and reliance on a higher power lead to inner peace, hope and faith.
Overall, the lyrics of "No Other Choice" are a message of hope and surrender, urging the listener to let go of their will and trust in something greater.
Line by Line Meaning
So many times in life before, I tried and tried to do things my way (hey, hey, hey)
I attempted to control my own life on multiple occasions, thinking I was capable enough but failing in the end.
I thought that I was smart enough, I thought I knew enough to (handle my self)
I believed in my own intelligence and thought I could handle everything myself.
I didn't realize the problem was, the struggle was between my will and Yours
I failed to see that the root of my struggles was the conflict between my desires and God's will.
So I'm giving up my will for Yours, I'm totally depending on You (please come through)
I am surrendering my own desires to follow God's will and relying entirely on Him to guide me.
I have no other choice but to trust You
I recognize that my only option is to place my trust in God.
That's all I can do
I am limited in my abilities and must rely on God's help.
I have no other choice but to believe
I have faith in God and His promises and trust that He will guide me.
Now when trouble comes my way, I don't cry, I just lift my eyes (to the hills)
When I face difficulties, I look up to God for help instead of becoming overwhelmed.
'Cause Your word says my help is gonna come, I'm just gon rest in what You say (hey, hey, hey)
I find comfort in the promises God has made and rest assured that my help will come.
'Cause I know every word You say is true
I have certainty in God's words and know that they are always true.
And every promise that You made it will come to
I trust that God will fulfill all of His promises in due time.
So no matter how long it takes
Regardless of how much time passes,
I'll be here still giving praise
I will continue to worship and praise God.
Waiting on my change to come
Anticipating the positive change that God has promised.
Contributed by Hannah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tamekiagrant4325
This song just dropped in my spirit this am so being obedient and listening 🎶 Thank God not my will but yours.. I have no other choice but TRUST YOU!!
@blu7979
Going through a tough heartbreak right now. I have no other choice but to trust You Lord. Please help me believe that You've got this. Amen.
@carolannewray5705
Prayers
@Nisha63001
This song came into my spirit just now I had to listen I have no choice to trust God of what I'm facing these days thank you Lord.
@ShamirYukno
I heard this too. 🙏🏽
@UnrivaledMIATTA
I truly have no other choice but to trust you Lord!
@stephanieshaffer4131
This year 2019 I am allowing God to direct my path.
@selfcontrolmeditations9542
Good choice my lovely. It's the BEST choice ever. You will never forget that. He will Show himself to you.... You're bless. Sorry for my English. I'm from the Caribbean.
@doofanshambe260
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@ThaliaSanders
Now this is the song. I love this song all day. God has given me no other choice but to believe.