What makes As Sure as the Sun by Ellie Holcomb notable?

The album received critical acclaim, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and solidifying Holcomb's presence in the genre. Its themes of faith and resilience resonated widely, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike, and it has been praised for its authentic approach to contemporary worship music. As Sure as the Sun is Ellie Holcomb's debut solo album, following her work with the band Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors. Released in 2014, it marked her transition into a solo artist, showcasing her distinctive voice and songwriting style amidst a growing contemporary Christian music landscape.

How many songs are on As Sure as the Sun?

As Sure as the Sun has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

As Sure as the Sun

Ellie Holcomb · 2014

38 min · 11 tracks · contemporary Christian music

A warm blend of heartfelt melodies and uplifting lyrics that resonate with themes of hope and redemption.

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Top tracks — play these first

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As Sure as the Sun — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of unwavering faith, featuring a catchy melody paired with affirming lyrics that set the tone for the entire record.
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The Broken Beautiful — This track poignantly explores the theme of finding beauty within brokenness, blending rich instrumentation with Holcomb's emotive vocals to create an impactful listening experience.
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Love Never Fails — With its memorable chorus, this song emphasizes unconditional love and serves as a powerful reminder of hope, making it a standout among the album's offerings.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album features heartfelt melodies and strong vocal harmonies but follows familiar contemporary Christian structures.

What we noticed

The first track introduces a gentle acoustic guitar that sets a reflective tone, which is maintained through the subsequent songs.
Many tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build gradually, often culminating in a powerful chorus.
Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from soft verses to more robust, uplifting choruses that emphasize the themes of hope.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

The Broken Beautiful

A segment where the narrative shifts from despair to celebration of redemption, showcasing a transformative journey.

This moment underscores the album's overarching theme by juxtaposing struggle with hope, effectively illustrating personal growth through faith.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 As Sure as the Sun 3:23
2 Marvelous Light 3:11
3 The Broken Beautiful 2:46
4 My Portion and My Strength 3:39
5 Night Song 4:17
6 Love Never Fails 3:29
7 Love Broke Through 3:53
8 Only Hope I’ve Got 3:22
9 The Valley 3:48
10 Songs of Deliverance 4:00
11 I Want to Be Free 2:55

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