Only Jesus
Casting Crowns
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Make it count, leave a mark, build a name for yourself Dream your dreams, chase your heart, above all else Make a name the world remembers But all an empty world can sell is empty dreams I got lost in the light when it was up to me To make a name the world remembers But Jesus is the only name to remember And I, I don't want to leave a legacy I don't care if they remember me Only Jesus And I, I've only got one life to live I'll let every second point to Him Only Jesus All the kingdoms built, all the trophies won Will crumble into dust when it's said and done 'Cause all that really mattered Did I live the truth to the ones I love? Was my life the proof that there is only One Whose name will last forever? And I, I don't want to leave a legacy I don't care if they remember me Only Jesus And I, I've only got one life to live I'll let every second point to Him Only Jesus Jesus is the only name Jesus is the only name Jesus is the only name to remember, oh Jesus is the only name Jesus is the only name Jesus is the only name to remember And I, I don't want to leave a legacy I don't care if they remember me Only Jesus And I, I've only got one life to live I'll let every second point to Him Only Jesus I don't want to leave a legacy I don't care if they remember me Only Jesus
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Written by: Bernie Herms, John Mark Hall, Matthew Joseph West, Bernhard Herms, John Hall, Mark West
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ESSENTIAL MUSIC PUBLISHING
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10 facts about this song
Release and Recognition"Only Jesus" is a song by the contemporary Christian music band Casting Crowns, which was released as the lead single from their studio album, also titled "Only Jesus," in 2018.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 1 on the Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart and remained in the top 10 for several weeks.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics emphasize the Christian belief that only Jesus can save souls and provide eternal life. It draws its inspiration from the biblical scripture, John 14:6, where Jesus says, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
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Music CompositionThe song is written in the key of B flat major, and has a tempo of 72 beats per minute. The band's leading vocalist, Mark Hall, carries the melody, with soft instrumental accompaniment.
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Album SuccessThe full "Only Jesus" album was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2020 under the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album category.
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Message and InterpretationThe central message of "Only Jesus" revolves around the idea of focusing on Jesus rather than seeking one's own legacy. This is expressed in lyrics such as, "I don't want to leave a legacy, I don't care if they remember me, Only Jesus."
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Songwriter's CommentIn an interview, Mark Hall said about the song: “It’s just reminding us that at the end of the day, it’s only Jesus that matters. Whatever it is that we’ve done, He did it. And if there’s gonna be any spotlight, it really needs to be on Him.”
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Artists' ProfileCasting Crowns is a Grammy-winning Christian band known for their touching and inspirational songs. The band members of Casting Crowns are active youth pastors, and their music often reflects themes they discuss with their youth groups.
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Impact"Only Jesus" was embraced by the Christian community and continues to be a frequently played song during worship services in churches across the world.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Only Jesus" was released in March 2019 and it features a man’s journey reflecting the song's lyrics about legacy and living for Jesus alone.
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