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Pray

Rebecca St. James · 1998

60 min · 11 tracks · contemporary Christian music

An uplifting blend of contemporary Christian rock infused with heartfelt melodies and spiritual introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hold Me Jesus — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, offering vulnerability and a deep yearning for divine connection that resonates throughout the listener's journey.
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    Give Myself Away — The song serves as a powerful declaration of surrender and commitment to faith, featuring anthemic choruses that invite participation and reflection.
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    Lord You're Beautiful — This track highlights St. James' vocal prowess while conveying a profound appreciation for spirituality, making it a standout worship anthem on the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, Pray marked Rebecca St. James' third studio album, following her breakthrough self-titled album in 1994. At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a prominent voice in contemporary Christian music, building on the success of her previous work and expanding her audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Jars of Clay· Switchfoot· TobyMac

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pray 4:28
  • 2 OK 4:37
  • 3 Give Myself Away 3:48
  • 4 Hold Me Jesus 5:04
  • 5 I'll Carry You 4:41
  • 6 Come Quickly Lord 4:29
  • 7 Peace 5:50
  • 8 Mirror 4:35
  • 9 Lord You're Beautiful 6:07
  • 10 Love to Love You 5:01
  • 11 Omega 11:19

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