Citizen Way - That Thank You Song! Lyrics
Lyrics
Thank You, Thank You
Thank You, Thank You
Side to side, choir robes
Can I get a witness from the back row
Church is in session
Alabama look a lot like heaven
Smillin can’t help it
This treasure make a rich man jealous
Happy, Can’t Hide it, Holy ghost in Sunday finest
Lord sweet Lord
You restored my soul
Hallelujah Hallelujah and the preacher said amen
I was stumblin’ in the darkness and you brought me home again
I’m forgiven this is livin’ got no shackles on my feet
Hallelujah Hallelujah I’m redeemed
Thank You, Thank You
Thank You, Thank You
Lights up gotta rise up, everybody in the church lift your eyes up
We’re set free, been washed clean, gotta turn it to 11 kinda happy
Lord sweet Lord
You restored my soul
Hallelujah Hallelujah and the preacher said amen
I was stumblin’ in the darkness and you brought me home again
I’m forgiven this is livin’ got no shackles on my feet
Hallelujah Hallelujah I’m redeemed
Thank You, Thank You
Thank You, Thank You
Lord sweet Lord (Ooooooooo Oh Lord)
You restored my soul (You restored my soul)
Lord sweet Lord (Brought me back from the dead)
You restored my soul(Gave me new life again)
Hallelujah Hallelujah and the preacher said amen
I was stumblin’ in the darkness and you brought me home again
I’m forgiven this is livin’ got no shackles on my feet
Hallelujah Hallelujah I’m redeemed
Thank You, Thank You
Thank You, Thank You
Written by: Ben Calhoun, Seth Mosley, Riley Friesen
Produced by: Riley Friesen
"That Thank You Song" is Citizen Way's latest single! It's a fun and energetic song about being thankful for what God has done for us in Christ, redeemed, rescued and set free. Drums, choir, horns and some funky bass bring the party on this song, we've got a reason to celebrate because we've been set free!
Video
CITIZEN WAY - THAT THANK YOU SONG! (OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO)
Meaning & Inspiration
Citizen Way delivered an electrifying expression of gratitude with their single, "That Thank You Song!," which premiered on November 25, 2022. This track isn't just another addition to their discography; it's a vibrant testament to the transformative power of divine grace, crafted with an intentional joyous spirit. The song immediately sets a scene of spirited worship, painting a vivid picture of a congregation united in praise, with imagery of "side to side, choir robes" and a call for a "witness from the back row." This communal setting suggests that the profound thankfulness expressed isn't merely a personal reflection but a shared experience, echoing the sentiment that when God’s presence fills a space, any location can feel like "heaven," turning an ordinary "Alabama" church service into something truly transcendent and full of spiritual treasure. The lyric "Holy ghost in Sunday finest" beautifully conveys the indwelling Holy Spirit animating believers with a sacred joy, making every moment of worship a celebration, as articulated in 1 Corinthians 3:16, where believers are reminded that they are God's temple and that His Spirit lives within them.
At the core of "That Thank You Song!" is a resounding declaration: "Lord sweet Lord, You restored my soul." This profound acknowledgment immediately brings to mind Psalm 23:3, where David declares, "He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake." The song powerfully translates this ancient truth into a contemporary anthem, expressing a deep sense of spiritual renewal and healing. The chorus further unpacks this restoration, celebrating the journey from spiritual destitution to vibrant new life. The lines, "I was stumblin’ in the darkness and you brought me home again," speak directly to the experience of being lost in sin and doubt, a state that John 8:12 addresses when Jesus proclaims, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." This transition from darkness to light, from wandering to being "brought home," mirrors the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, where a lost child finds forgiveness and acceptance back in the father's house.
The joyous proclamation continues with "I’m forgiven this is livin’ got no shackles on my feet," a powerful testament to the liberating work of Christ. Forgiveness, as articulated in Colossians 2:13, where God "made you alive together with him, having forgiven us all our trespasses," isn't just an absence of guilt; it's the beginning of genuine life. The imagery of "no shackles on my feet" vividly depicts freedom from the bondage of sin, aligning perfectly with Galatians 5:1, which urges believers to "stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery." The ultimate declaration, "Hallelujah Hallelujah I’m redeemed," encapsulates the entirety of salvation—being bought back and set free from sin's penalty and power through Christ's sacrifice, a truth beautifully captured in 1 Peter 1:18-19. This redemption is not a quiet, internal shift but a cause for exuberant celebration, as the song suggests by the urge to "turn it to 11 kinda happy," reflecting the uncontainable joy that comes from such a profound spiritual transformation.
The song’s infectious energy, driven by its vibrant arrangement of drums, choir, horns, and a funky bass, perfectly complements its message of unrestrained praise. This musical backdrop serves to amplify the lyrical call to celebration, encouraging everyone in the spiritual "church" to "lift your eyes up." It's a collective, enthusiastic response to a God who not only saves but also sustains and fills His people with joy. The repeated "Thank You, Thank You" throughout the song is more than a simple expression; it's a deep, reverent acknowledgment of divine benevolence, a persistent outpouring of gratitude for new life, forgiveness, and ultimate freedom. "That Thank You Song!" stands as a powerful reminder that our faith journey is one of continuous gratitude, an inspiring call to embrace and articulate the profound thankfulness for all that God has done through Christ, encouraging believers to live out their redemption with joy and an unwavering spirit of praise.