Chain Breaker

Zach Williams

About Chain Breaker

"Chain Breaker" is the debut single from Christian rock artist Zach Williams from his debut studio album Chain Breaker. The song peaked at No.1 on the Hot Christian Songs for nine weeks. It has also been recorded by Southern Gospel Artists, Triumphant Quartet on their Thankful album and by The Gaither Vocal Band on their, We Have This Moment album.


Year:
2016
3:16
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If you’ve been walking the same old road for miles and miles
If you’ve been hearing the same old voice tell the same old lies
If you’re trying to feel the same old holes inside
There’s a better life
There’s a better life

If you’ve got pain
He’s a pain taker
If you feel lost
He’s a way maker
If you need freedom or saving
He’s a prison-shaking Savior
If you’ve got chains
He’s a chain breaker

We’ve all search for the light of day in the dead of night
We’ve all found ourselves worn out from the same old fight
We’ve all run to things we know just ain’t right
And there’s a better life
There’s a better life

If you’ve got pain
He’s a pain taker
If you feel lost
He’s a way maker
If you need freedom or saving
He’s a prison-shaking Savior
If you’ve got chains
He’s a chain breaker

If you believe it
If you receive it
If you can feel it
Somebody testify

If you believe it
If you receive it
If you can feel it
Somebody testify, testify

If you believe it
If you receive it
If you can feel it
Somebody testify

If you’ve got pain
He’s a pain taker
If you feel lost
He’s a way maker
If you need freedom or saving
He’s a prison-shaking Savior
If you’ve got chains
He’s a chain breaker

If you need freedom or saving
He’s a prison-shaking Savior
If you’ve got chains
He’s a chain breaker

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Zach Williams

Zachary Stephen "Zach" Williams is an American Christian rock artist from Jonesboro, Arkansas. From 2007-2012 he was a member of Zach Williams & The Reformation. more »

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Written by: Jonathan Lindley Smith, Mia Fieldes, Zach Williams

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20 facts about this song

Song Inspiration
"Chain Breaker" was inspired by Zach Williams' personal journey of transformation from a life of drugs and rock and roll to becoming a follower of Christ.
Songwriting
The song was co-written by Zach Williams, Jonathan Smith, and Mia Fieldes.
Release Date
"Chain Breaker" was released as a single by Provident Label Group LLC on June 17, 2016.
Chart Performance
The song hit No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Airplay and Hot Christian Songs charts.
Grammy Nod
"Chain Breaker" received a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song in 2018.
Album Debut
The song "Chain Breaker" is the title track of Zach Williams' first full-length studio album.
Crossover Success
Apart from Christian charts, the song also crossed over and made it on to the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.
Concert Staple
"Chain Breaker" has become a popular staple at Zach Williams' concerts, often bringing the crowd to their feet.
Story Behind
The song is a testimony of Zach's life, detailing how he broke free from his chains of despair and addiction through faith.
Broadcast Reach
The music video for "Chain Breaker" was uploaded on YouTube in November 2016 and has since garnered millions of views.
Cover Versions
Numerous musicians have covered "Chain Breaker," including the popular gospel group Gaither Vocal Band.
Song Duration
The running time of "Chain Breaker" is 3 minutes and 16 seconds.
Recording Studios
The song was recorded at Sound Stage Studios and Warner Bros. Sound in Nashville, Tennessee.
Certification
"Chain Breaker" received a Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Label
The song was released under the record label Essential Records.
Live Performance
The first live performance of "Chain Breaker" was on March 8, 2017, in Calgary, Canada.
Genre
The song is categorized under the Christian Rock and Contemporary Christian genre.
Musical Style
"Chain Breaker" has a distinct southern rock feel, combined with powerful, gospel-inspired vocals.
Critical Reception
The song’s music and lyrics have received positive reviews from music critics.
Impact on Listeners
"Chain Breaker" has touched many due to its relatable lyrics about finding hope and freedom in faith.

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