In 1999 everything began to happen for the band; In June with the help of Neil Costello yFriday recorded and released the Rainmaker album containing all of their own material. Later on in August yFriday were approached by Kingsway to see if they would like to join with them on a 3 year recording contract. Just a month later the band agreed to the contract and signed up on their Survivor label. Kingsway distributed the Rainmaker album throughout the UK and the world where it received a good welcome and very good reviews from magazines such as the Worship Together magazine. In November of 1999 yFriday confirmed that they had been booked to play at Spring Harvest, Easter People, Cross Rhythms Festival, Celebration 2000 and Worship Together.
Throughout 2000 yFriday played their songs at many venues and even managed to do some TV interviews. The following year (2001) yFriday released their second album Open which included tracks such as Creator, Rain and Head over Heels which they released as an EP.
While working on a third album they released the EP "Songs of Heaven" containing 6 tracks they felt didn't fit on their previous 2 albums or the upcoming LP.
The Revolution album, released in 2003, saw yFriday album that was very raw and made you feel that yFriday were actually playing in your room! The album was accompanied by a tour across the UK, aptly named the Revolution tour. The music showing the need to start a revolution in Jesus' name to change the world!
During April 2006 the band's fouth album was released; Universal. Produced and mixed by Nathan Dantzler the new album contained various tracks such as Universal and Gravity and also Shadow of the Cross which had appeared as a limited download from the band's website in late 2005. Through out 2006 the band will be touring across the country including their Universal Tour.
In 2007 the band recorded a live CD and DVD at the Riverside Centre in Derby, 'The Universal Broadcast' was released in 2008 containing songs from each album also the previously unrecorded track 'How Can We Dance?'. Through out 2008 the band has toured across the country and had a busy summer doing many festivals including Greenbelt.
Part of their plans for 2009 were to release a second worship EP to follow on after Songs of Heaven. Ken Riley, lead singer, collaborated with Tim Hughes to write one of the tracks 'Alive'.
The band performed a final sold out concert in Newcastle City Hall on October 31st 2010, and they all left to pursue other Christian interests.
More information about the band can be found on Wikipedia at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YFriday
I'm yours
YFriday Lyrics
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Still You long to live in human hearts
Angels bow before You
Still You want relationship with us
God who took away my sin
Risen, so reign in me!
I'm Yours, for all You've done for me
This love is burning stronger
Jesus, Son of God most high
At the Father's side
I'm Yours forever and ever!
All the power of heaven
Still You chose the suffering of the cross
Died in separation
Rose for our redemption through Your blood
God who took away my sin
Risen, so reign in me!
I'm Yours, I give You everything
I'm Yours, for all You've done for me
This love is burning stronger
Jesus, Son of God most high
At the Father's side
I'm Yours forever and ever!
The lyrics to "I'm Yours" by YFriday showcase the deep connection between humans and God despite His divine nature. The opening lines "All the cosmic wonder/Still You long to live in human hearts/Angels bow before You/Still You want a relationship with us" suggest that God is not just interested in being worshipped but is interested in a relationship with us, which is a profound thought in itself. The lyrics go on to paint a picture of a God who gave everything for us and how we, in turn, give ourselves entirely to Him in gratitude.
The lines "God who took away my sin/Risen, so reign in me" acknowledge God's redemptive power and how faith in Him can lead to spiritual rebirth. The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's willingness to surrender everything to God, sharing the sentiment that the love of Christ is an ever-burning fire that continues to grow stronger. The final lines "Jesus, Son of God most high/At the Father's side/I'm Yours forever and ever!" underscore the idea of loyalty to and ultimate belonging with God.
Overall, the "I'm Yours" lyrics are a celebration of faith, connection, and devotion in the face of divine power that chooses to love and cherish us as much as we love and cherish it.
Line by Line Meaning
All the cosmic wonder
Despite the vastness and majesty of the universe, you still desire to dwell in the hearts of human beings.
Still You long to live in human hearts
Your desire to be with your creations on a personal level remains as strong as ever.
Angels bow before You
Even the divine beings recognize and pay homage to your power and glory.
Still You want relationship with us
Despite your status, you still crave for an intimate connection with us human beings.
God who took away my sin
You are the God who saved me from my transgressions and mistakes.
Risen, so reign in me!
As you reign in heaven, may you reign in my life and heart as well.
I'm Yours, I give You everything
I surrender myself and everything I have to you, because I trust and love you deeply.
I'm Yours, for all You've done for me
Everything you have done for me - your sacrifices, blessings, and guidance - have made me yours forever.
This love is burning stronger
The passion and intensity of our love for each other is only growing with each passing moment.
Jesus, Son of God most high
You are not only the Savior, but also the Son of the Almighty, the highest and most divine of all beings.
At the Father's side
You sit next to God, upholding his divine plan and will.
I'm Yours forever and ever!
I pledge my eternal loyalty and devotion to you, knowing that our bond will never break or falter.
All the power of heaven
Even with all of the might and majesty of the heavens at your disposal...
Still You chose the suffering of the cross
...you still chose to undergo immense pain and sacrifice on the cross, for the sake of us sinners.
Died in separation
You willingly and bravely endured spiritual and physical separation from God in order to save humanity.
Rose for our redemption through Your blood
You conquered death and sin through your resurrection, and washed away our sins with your holy blood.
Contributed by Grace T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.