Let It Be Jesus cover

Let It Be Jesus

Christy Nockels · 2015

60 min · 11 tracks

A reflective and worshipful collection that combines heartfelt lyrics with lush, melodic arrangements.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Let It Be Jesus — The title track serves as a poignant declaration of faith and surrender, encapsulating the album's central theme of devotion to Christ.
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    Freedom Song — This opening track sets an uplifting tone for the album, featuring an infectious melody that invites listeners into a joyful expression of worship.
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    Find Me at the Feet of Jesus — This song's introspective lyrics and gentle arrangement create a powerful moment of vulnerability, inviting listeners to reflect on their relationship with God.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album combines heartfelt lyrics with melodic arrangements, appealing to worship music audiences.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of piano and strings, creating a lush backdrop for the vocal melodies throughout.
  • Each track typically follows a verse-chorus structure, with many songs building to a climactic final chorus.
  • The title track is positioned as the fifth song, serving as a central thematic anchor for the album's message.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • heartfelt worship for reflection
  • inviting melodies for devotion
  • soothing moments of tranquility
  • uplifting themes of faith
  • intimate setting for prayer

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefer standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2015, Let It Be Jesus is Christy Nockels' first album since her departure from the duo Watermark in 2012. This album marks her transition into a solo artist, showcasing a more personal and intimate approach to contemporary Christian music.
Stylistic neighbors
Kari Jobe· Bethel Music· All Sons & Daughters

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Freedom Song 4:27
  • 2 My Anchor 4:36
  • 3 Everything Is Mine in You 7:08
  • 4 The Wondrous Cross 5:55
  • 5 Let It Be Jesus 5:32
  • 6 Who Can Compare 7:27
  • 7 Jesus, Rock of Ages 4:14
  • 8 If You Never 4:09
  • 9 Leaning on You, Jesus 5:29
  • 10 Find Me at the Feet of Jesus 5:28
  • 11 Wonderful Name 6:09

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