What makes Here I Am to Worship by Tim Hughes notable?

This album is particularly notable for its title track, which has become a staple in churches worldwide and significantly influenced contemporary worship practices. It received critical acclaim for its heartfelt songwriting and has contributed to the broader acceptance of contemporary Christian music in mainstream worship settings. Released in 2001, Here I Am to Worship was Tim Hughes' debut album, marking his entrance into the contemporary Christian music scene. At this point in his career, Hughes was transitioning from leading worship at a church to becoming a recognized artist, which established him as a significant voice in modern worship music.

How many songs are on Here I Am to Worship?

Here I Am to Worship has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Here I Am to Worship

Tim Hughes · 2001

47 min · 11 tracks · contemporary Christian music

Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a spiritually resonant atmosphere of worship and reflection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Here I Am to Worship — As the album's title track, it encapsulates the central theme of surrender and devotion, becoming an enduring anthem within worship services globally.
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Maker of All Things — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive imagery of creation, inviting listeners into a space of reverence and awe.
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Never Lose the Wonder — This song emphasizes childlike faith and wonder, providing a refreshing perspective on maintaining spiritual enthusiasm amidst life's challenges.

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 features engaging melodies and lyrics but follows familiar structures within its genre.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the subsequent tracks vary in tempo and instrumentation, creating dynamic shifts.
Several songs feature repetitive choruses that encourage congregational participation, typical of contemporary worship music.

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Here I Am to Worship

The bridge shifts from communal worship to individual reflection, inviting personal connection with the divine.

This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by contrasting public praise with intimate spirituality, enhancing the song's overall message of devotion.

Tracklist

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

1 Maker of All Things 3:49
2 May the Words of My Mouth 4:14
3 Here I Am to Worship 5:15
4 I'll Always Love You 5:33
5 If There's One Thing 4:38
6 Redeemer 3:12
7 Day After Day 3:52
8 Jesus, You Alone 3:51
9 Never Lose the Wonder 4:52
10 The Eyes of My Heart 4:26
11 My Jesus, My Lifeline 3:43

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