Released 10 years ago today
Let There Be Light
Hillsong Worship · 2016
72 min · 12 tracks · Christian rock
Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a vibrant atmosphere for worship and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Behold (Then Sings My Soul) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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What a Beautiful Name — This track stands out for its powerful declaration of the beauty and majesty of Jesus, blending modern worship with timeless themes of reverence. Its widespread popularity has made it a staple in worship services globally.
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Look to the Son — With a driving rhythm and an encouraging message, this song invites listeners to focus on faith amidst challenges, embodying the album's uplifting spirit. Its catchy melody enhances its role as a congregational anthem.
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Grace to Grace — This track intricately weaves together themes of grace and redemption, featuring poignant lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners. Its soaring chorus encapsulates the essence of hope found in worship.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines worshipful lyrics with engaging melodies but follows familiar patterns within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of anthemic choruses that invite congregational participation, particularly in tracks like 'What a Beautiful Name'.
- Many tracks employ a build-up structure, starting with softer instrumentation and gradually layering in more elements to create climactic moments.
- Several songs incorporate repeated phrases or refrains, enhancing memorability and sing-along potential for worship settings.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 moments of spiritual reflection
- patient builds towards heartfelt crescendos
- collective worship experiences with friends
- deeply emotional, resonant sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic albums
- seek standalone, short tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — This album resonates well with dedicated fans and showcases their worship style.
- Career context
- When 'Let There Be Light' was released in 2016, Hillsong Worship was already a prominent force in contemporary Christian music, following the success of their previous album 'Open Heaven / River Wild' from 2015. This album marked another step in their evolution as a global worship leader, further solidifying their influence in church music worldwide.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bethel Music· Elevation Worship· Passion
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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What a Beautiful Name
The bridge powerfully emphasizes the resurrection, marking a pivotal shift in the song's narrative towards triumph over death.
This moment elevates the song's message by affirming central tenets of Christian faith, making it not just melodic but also doctrinally significant.
Tracklist
- 1 Behold (Then Sings My Soul) Start here 6:46
- 2 Love So Great 5:19
- 3 Look to the Son 4:36
- 4 Crowns 4:58
- 5 What a Beautiful Name 5:41
- 6 Your Word 7:00
- 7 Let There Be Light 7:32
- 8 In Control 5:08
- 9 Grace to Grace 7:06
- 10 Elohim 4:30
- 11 I Will Boast in Christ 4:52
- 12 As It Is (in Heaven) 8:40
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