Chris Tomlin + Matt Redman - Crown Him Lyrics
Lyrics
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
See His glory and crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
See His majesty and crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
See His glory, see His majesty
And see His humility
Can you see see His humility?
Not a throne of gold, but a manger throne
See His humility
Not a crown of gold, but a crown of thorns
See His humility
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns, we crown Him
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
Crown Him, crown Him
Crown Him with many crowns
Video
Chris Tomlin - Crown Him [Majesty] (Lyric Video) ft. Kari Jobe
Meaning & Inspiration
Released around the start of 2013, "Crown Him" by Chris Tomlin and Matt Redman, with its lyric video featuring Kari Jobe, arrived as a powerful call to worship that resonated deeply within the Christian music landscape. This song isn't just a new tune for congregational singing; it's a contemporary interpretation and expansion of the ancient, central truth of the Christian faith: the absolute sovereignty and majesty of Jesus Christ. The very title points directly to the act of recognizing and proclaiming His supreme authority, building upon the rich heritage of hymns that have declared this truth for centuries. The heart of the song lies in acknowledging Christ not just as Savior, but as the reigning King over all creation, over history, and over our individual lives. It’s a response of worship that flows from understanding His position above all else.
The musical arrangement serves this message well, employing a soaring, anthemic quality that feels appropriate for declaring such a grand truth. Tomlin and Redman, masters of modern worship songwriting, craft a piece that is both accessible for congregational participation and profound in its theological weight. The collaboration brings together different strengths – Tomlin's gift for memorable melodies and Redman's knack for rich, scripturally-informed lyrics – resulting in a song that lifts the spirit and focuses the mind on the object of our faith. It avoids unnecessary complexity, allowing the essential message to shine through: Jesus is King, and He is worthy of all honor and praise.
Scripture is woven into the fabric of this song, reinforcing its core declaration. The act of "crowning Him" echoes themes found throughout the Bible, from the prophecies foretelling a coming King (Isaiah 9:6-7, Jeremiah 23:5-6) to the New Testament revelation of Jesus' exalted position after His resurrection and ascension (Philippians 2:9-11, Ephesians 1:20-23). The song's focus on His majesty aligns with passages describing God's glory and sovereign rule (Psalm 93:1, Psalm 104:1), while the acknowledgement of His victory and redemption connects with truths like those found in Colossians 2:15 (He disarmed the powers) and Revelation 5:9-10 (He purchased people by His blood to be kings and priests). By proclaiming "Crown Him," the song invites us to join the heavenly chorus depicted in Revelation 4, where elders cast their crowns before the throne, acknowledging that all authority and glory belong to the Lamb. It is a recognition that His reign is eternal and universal, a truth that anchors hope and inspires awe. The song doesn't just talk about His kingship; it calls us to *act* upon it in worship, surrendering our lives and placing Him rightfully on the throne of our hearts, just as God the Father has placed Him at His own right hand (Hebrews 1:3). It serves as a powerful reminder that genuine faith involves not only believing *in* Christ but also submitting *to* Christ as Lord and King.