What makes The Keith Green Collection by Keith Green notable?

The album is significant for its role in popularizing contemporary Christian music during the late 1970s and early 1980s. It features some of Green's most beloved tracks, which contributed to his posthumous recognition and lasting influence on future Christian artists, evidenced by his induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. By the time The Keith Green Collection was released in 1981, Keith Green had established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary Christian music, following his breakthrough album, No Compromise (1978). This compilation captures the essence of his work just before he transitioned to more ambitious projects, reflecting his deepening commitment to faith and social justice themes.

How many songs are on The Keith Green Collection?

The Keith Green Collection has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

The Keith Green Collection

Keith Green · 1981

51 min · 12 tracks · contemporary Christian music

A heartfelt blend of piano-driven melodies and passionate vocals that deliver profound spiritual messages.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rushing Wind — This track showcases Green's ability to merge powerful lyrics about the Holy Spirit with an engaging musicality, making it a staple in worship settings.
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Your Love Broke Through — A poignant reflection on personal redemption, this song resonates deeply with listeners seeking hope and assurance in their faith journeys.
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Asleep In The Light — This track critiques complacency within the church, using vivid imagery to challenge believers to wake up to their faith's implications.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The collection showcases strong songwriting with a clear thematic focus but lacks cohesive flow.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of piano as the primary instrument, driving the melodies across nearly all tracks.
Many songs incorporate call-and-response vocal arrangements, enhancing the communal aspect of the lyrics.
The lyrical themes focus heavily on faith and spirituality, often using personal narratives to convey messages.
Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, particularly between reflective ballads and more upbeat pieces.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Rushing Wind 5:40
2 You Put This Love in My Heart 3:34
3 Grace by Which I Stand 4:52
4 You 3:34
5 Your Love Broke Through 3:27
6 He'll Take Care of the Rest 4:01
7 Lies 3:44
8 The Sheep and the Goats 7:48
9 Asleep In The Light 4:28
10 Soften Your Heart 2:54
11 How Can They Live Without Jesus 3:07
12 Scripture Song Medley 3:54

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