Friday, December 19, 2003

All Because...

I want to set the story straight
it's time to tell the truth
I never could have come so far
if it were not for you
you covered up my sin
you covered up my silence
you covered up my shame
you made me new again
it's all because of you...
they tell me to abandon you
to make my dreams come true
so what am I supposed to do?
I only dream of you.

Song: All Because (Tree63 - Life and Times of Absolute Truth)

Tree63 is currently in my opinion one of the most excellent South African bands. They haven't marketed themselves exclusively as a 'Christian band' and their influence in the 'real' world has been phenomenal.

"Mainstream radio success in their homeland South Africa brought serious interest from pop label representatives in the U.S. If the band would just back off on the Jesus content, 'massive success could be theirs'. But just as pressure can turn more common material into the most precious of gems, so the pressures from well-meaning associates can help a band define its own identity. John publicly processes that challenge for us in the new song, 'All Because'." (Christianitytoday.com Article)

Currently they are no.10 on 5fm Music Top 40 with their song 'It's all about to change'. What's really cool is you can listen to the entire album on their website. Have a listen!