Chris Rice - Run the Earth Watch the Sky

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Music Review: An Early Contender for Favorite Album of the Year
Rating: 5 Stars

The CD opens with the first radio release, "The Other Side of the Radio," which talks about the connection we have because of these songs. Yes, it's not at all deep, but it's a fun song anyway.

"Everything's Ok" talks about how God uses people to brighten our mood when everything seems wrong with the world.

"Nonny Nonny" includes the CD's title in its chorus. While it takes a nostalgic look back at childhood, it also looks forward to all the time in eternity with the one who has given us so many pleasant things on earth.

"Untitled Hymn (Come to Jesus)" is a reminder that at every point in our spiritual journey we need Jesus.

"Smile" is the cry of a heart longing to be with God. The first time through, it reminded me of "Missing You" from Past the Edges, and on repeated listenings, I caught a couple lines from that song in the background.

"8th Grade," the other nostalgic song on the CD, takes nostalgia and twists it on its ear, reminding us that the God who got us through the past will get us through the future as well.

"My Cathedral" and "Wonder" both are songs praising the Creator for his creation.

"Me and Becky" is a catchy tune that reminds us we need to get out of our comfort zones to share the Gospel with those who aren't Christians.

"Spare an Angel" is a haunting prayer to God to comfort a friend in need.

And finally, "Circle Up" closes the CD with a picture of all of us praising God in Heaven.

Going over this CD again, I was struck by how many wonder truths are in these songs. Chris Rice has grown as a man and songwriter in the time between CD's.

I wish the gap between this CD and his last one hadn't been so long, but if this mature, thought provoking CD is the result, I'll take it. I can't say enough good things about it and will be enjoying it for quite some time to come.

Description of Run the Earth Watch the Sky

Christian & Gospel CDs

• Music > Styles
• Pop