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Jar of Gems

Jars of Clay · 2001

48 min · 19 tracks · Christian rock

A reflective blend of acoustic melodies and thoughtful lyrics that evoke a sense of spiritual introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective acoustic melodies
  • steady pacing for contemplation
  • spiritual introspection and warmth
  • consistent melodic journey
  • thoughtful lyrics for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Jar of Gems' is a compilation album that represents Jars of Clay's transition from their breakthrough debut to established artists in the Christian rock scene. Following the success of their self-titled debut in 1997, this album gathered fan favorites and hits, showcasing their growth and solidifying their place within contemporary Christian music.
Stylistic neighbors
Caedmon's Call· Switchfoot· Delirious?

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Love Song for a Savior 4:47
  • 2 Like a Child 4:37
  • 3 Liquid 3:34
  • 4 Blind 4:01
  • 5 Tea and Sympathy 4:48
  • 6 Flood 3:33
  • 7 Five Candles (You Were There) 3:51
  • 8 Unforgetable You 3:23
  • 9 Collide 4:47
  • 10 No One Love Me Like You 3:51
  • 11 Famous Last Words 3:28
  • 12 Hand 3:38

Disc 2

  • 1 Unforgetful You (remix)
  • 2 Can't Erase It (Tweed Horse Sessions)
  • 3 New Math (Tweed Horse Sessions)
  • 4 Collide (Tweed Horse Sessions)
  • 5 Grace (Hundson and Wells demo)
  • 6 Coffee Song (from Seabelt Tuba)
  • 7 Frail (instrumental)

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