Oh Lord, my God, when I in awesome wonder
Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder
Thy power throughout the universe displayed
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
And when I think that God sent His Son
Sent Him to die, I scarcely can take it in
That on that cross upon He bled
He bled and died, take away all my sin
Every time I realized that
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
About This Song
"How Great Thou Art" by Al Green transforms the beloved hymn into a deeply soulful expression of spiritual awe and reverence for God's creation. The lyrics celebrate the overwhelming beauty of nature-from stars and thunder to forests and mountain vistas-as evidence of divine power and artistry, culminating in the soul's joyful proclamation of God's greatness. Green's signature smooth, gospel-tinged R&B style elevates the traditional hymn with his passionate vocal delivery, rich harmonies, and the warm, organic instrumentation characteristic of classic soul music. The song captures themes of wonder, gratitude, and spiritual surrender, as the narrator finds himself moved to worship through contemplation of the natural world. Green's interpretation stands out for its ability to bridge sacred and secular audiences, bringing the profound spirituality of gospel into the broader R&B tradition while maintaining the hymn's timeless message of divine majesty.
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