Awake
Hillsong Worship · 2019
60 min · 12 tracks · Christian rock
Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a sonic landscape for worship and devotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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King of Kings — This track stands out with its powerful anthem-like structure and rich theological lyrics, making it a central piece for congregational worship.
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Awake My Soul Start here — The song captures a call to spiritual awakening, featuring engaging melodies that encourage participation and reflection among listeners.
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No One but You — With its intimate lyrics and emotional depth, this track exemplifies personal devotion while remaining suitable for corporate worship settings.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong vocal arrangements and worship themes but follows familiar structures within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a soft instrumental track that gradually builds into more dynamic arrangements in subsequent songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich soundscape that supports the lyrical themes of worship.
- The tempo varies throughout, with some songs maintaining a steady mid-tempo pace while others build to anthemic choruses.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting moments for group worship
- soulful reflections during quiet times
- energizing sing-alongs with friends
- cathartic expressions of faith
- joyful celebration of spiritual themes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, instant gratification
- dislike lengthy worship experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its uplifting worship songs and significant impact in the Christian music scene.
- Career context
- In 2019, Hillsong Worship released 'Awake' as their sixth album, following the successful 'There Is More' from 2018. This period marked a continued evolution in their sound and production approach, showcasing a blend of contemporary worship music with more expansive arrangements and instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bethel Music· Elevation Worship· Passion
Tracklist
- 1 Dawn 1:31
- 2 Awake My Soul Start here 4:24
- 3 Come Alive 4:32
- 4 See the Light 4:07
- 5 No One but You 8:55
- 6 King of Kings 4:25
- 7 I Will Praise You 5:50
- 8 From Whom All Blessings Flow (Doxology) 4:48
- 9 Every Breath 4:51
- 10 Bright as the Sun 6:18
- 11 Upper Room 4:00
- 12 He Shall Reign 6:37
What to play next
Take Heart (Again)
2020
Continues the uplifting worship themes with fresh energy and inspiration.
There Is More
2018
Sets the stage for the vibrant worship style found in Awake.
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