Cannons
Phil Wickham · 2007
49 min · 12 tracks · contemporary Christian music
A lush tapestry of worshipful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that uplift the spirit and inspire devotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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After Your Heart — This track showcases Wickham's signature lyrical intimacy, reflecting a deep yearning for spiritual connection while blending folk-inspired melodies with contemporary worship elements.
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Cannons — As the album's title track, this song encapsulates the overarching theme of divine love and purpose, featuring anthemic choruses that resonate powerfully during congregational singing.
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Beautiful — In this standout track, Wickham delivers a poignant reflection on God's beauty and grace, combining evocative imagery with a soaring melody that invites deep contemplation and worship.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and engaging arrangements typical of contemporary worship music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, creating a rich soundscape.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, with quieter verses building into powerful, anthemic choruses that invite congregational singing.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- uplifting melodies for contemplation
- inviting atmosphere for group worship
- heartfelt expressions of spirituality
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Cannons was Phil Wickham's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 2006's Mercy. At this point in his career, Wickham had begun to establish himself as a prominent voice in contemporary Christian music, known for his passionate songwriting and emotive vocal style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris Tomlin· Matt Maher· Kari Jobe
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Jesus Lord of Heaven
The bridge shifts from a collective acknowledgment of faith to individual supplication, creating an intimate moment of connection between the singer and their …
This shift emphasizes personal devotion amidst communal worship, illustrating how individual experiences can coexist within the broader context of collective faith.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Must I Wait 4:04
- 2 After Your Heart 3:22
- 3 Desire 3:18
- 4 Cannons 4:09
- 5 Sailing on a Ship 4:39
- 6 The Light Will Come 3:45
- 7 Shining 4:11
- 8 Beautiful 4:53
- 9 True Love 4:13
- 10 Jesus Lord of Heaven 4:28
- 11 Home 4:05
- 12 Spirit Fall 4:17
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