What makes Cry Holy by Sonicflood notable?

Cry Holy features the hit song Here I Am to Worship, which became a staple in church services and significantly contributed to the contemporary worship movement. The album's success helped establish Sonicflood as a leading act in the genre during the early 2000s, influencing numerous artists that followed. Released in 2003, Cry Holy was Sonicflood's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their role in the contemporary worship music scene, building on a growing fanbase and reputation for impactful worship anthems.

Cry Holy works well if you're into uplifting sing-alongs with purpose, intimate moments of reflection and joyful worship for gatherings.

How many songs are on Cry Holy?

Cry Holy has 13 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Cry Holy

Sonicflood · 2003

56 min · 13 tracks · contemporary Christian music

A vibrant mix of worshipful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that elevate contemporary Christian music to new emotional heights.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Here I Am to Worship — This track stands out as a defining worship anthem that emphasizes surrender and devotion, resonating deeply in congregational settings.
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Cry Holy — The title track captures the essence of the album with its powerful declaration of praise, showcasing Sonicflood's signature sound and lyrical depth.
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Unconditional — This song explores themes of divine love and grace, combining engaging melodies with profound lyricism that invites reflection and connection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album blends vibrant worship melodies with heartfelt lyrics, establishing a solid presence in contemporary Christian music.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that emphasize rhythmic guitar and driving percussion, while the second half shifts to more reflective ballads.
Several tracks utilize a call-and-response structure between the lead vocalist and background singers, enhancing the communal worship experience.

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

Influence 6/10

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 sing-alongs with purpose
intimate moments of reflection
joyful worship for gatherings
spiritual connection through melody

Maybe skip if you

dislike emotionally driven anthems
prefer fast-paced entertainment

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2003, Cry Holy was Sonicflood's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their role in the contemporary worship music scene, building on a growing fanbase and reputation for impactful worship anthems.
Stylistic neighbors: Delirious?· Chris Tomlin· Hillsong United

Tracklist

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

1 Cry Holy 4:35
2 Shelter 4:25
3 Everyday 3:52
4 Here I Am to Worship 4:02
5 Unconditional 3:57
6 Famous One 4:20
7 Rushing In 3:54
8 God is Great 4:06
9 I Will Exalt the One 4:27
10 Satisfied 4:19
11 Love of My Life 4:01
12 Everything to Me 3:30
13 I Will 6:29

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