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Empires

Hillsong United · 2015

71 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · pop rock · contemporary Christian music

A sweeping blend of anthemic worship and introspective melodies that invites listeners into spiritual reflection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective reflection in quiet moments
  • cathartic anthems for group worship
  • uplifting energy for communal settings
  • spiritual exploration through varied tempos

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone radio hits

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2015, Hillsong United released 'Empires' as their sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Zion' from 2013. This album marked a continuation of their evolution in contemporary worship music, showcasing a more polished production style and deeper lyrical themes reflective of their global ministry.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Here Now (Madness) 7:22
  • 2 Say the Word 4:24
  • 3 Heart Like Heaven 6:30
  • 4 Touch the Sky 4:22
  • 5 Street Called Mercy 4:22
  • 6 When I Lost My Heart to You (Hallelujah) 4:45
  • 7 Even When It Hurts (Praise Song) 6:18
  • 8 Prince of Peace 5:57
  • 9 Empires 8:14
  • 10 Rule 4:12
  • 11 Captain 5:31
  • 12 Closer Than You Know 9:31

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