Is There Is a Cloud a good place to start with Elevation Worship?

Yes, There Is a Cloud is recommended as a starting point for new Elevation Worship listeners. A soaring collection of anthems that blend worshipful lyrics with expansive musical arrangements. By the time Elevation Worship released There Is a Cloud in January 2017, they had established themselves as a leading voice in contemporary Christian music. This album followed their previous work, Wake Up the Wonder, and showcased a maturation in both lyrical depth and musical sophistication, solidifying their reputation within the worship music community.

Who is There Is a Cloud for?

There Is a Cloud works well if you're into uplifting moments of collective praise, dynamic journey with emotional peaks and reflective listening for personal growth.

How many songs are on There Is a Cloud?

There Is a Cloud has 14 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.

There Is a Cloud

Elevation Worship · 2017

75 min · 14 tracks · Christian music

A soaring collection of anthems that blend worshipful lyrics with expansive musical arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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There Is a Cloud Start here — This title track sets the tone for the album with its powerful imagery and communal call to worship, encapsulating the overarching themes of hope and anticipation.
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Do It Again — With its reflective lyrics and anthemic chorus, this track resonates deeply with listeners, emphasizing themes of faith and God's faithfulness during challenging times.
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Yours (Glory and Praise) — This track combines heartfelt praise with a rich musical arrangement, making it a standout for congregational singing and personal reflection alike.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features strong anthems but follows familiar patterns within its genre, making it effective yet conventional.

What we noticed

The first three tracks build momentum with anthemic choruses and layered instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a softer reprise that contrasts sharply.
Several songs feature repetitive lyrical refrains designed for congregational participation, enhancing their usability in worship settings.
The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for reflective moments before the final track.

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

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

uplifting moments of collective praise
dynamic journey with emotional peaks
reflective listening for personal growth
engaging sing-alongs with friends
wave-like pacing encouraging immersion

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek standalone, quick hits

Where this album fits

Moods: Uplifting· Chill
Career context: By the time Elevation Worship released There Is a Cloud in January 2017, they had established themselves as a leading voice in contemporary Christian music. This album followed their previous work, Wake Up the Wonder, and showcased a maturation in both lyrical depth and musical sophistication, solidifying their reputation within the worship music community.
Stylistic neighbors: Hillsong Worship· Bethel Music· Passion