Lyrics
Chorus :
(They got the word) they got the word,
(they got the word) they got the word,
(oh I'll) be at the great coronation
(it's gonna be held) in the middle of the air.
(They got the word) they got the word,
(I say yes to Jesus) they got the word,
(then I'll meet Him in that city) built foursquare hmm.
Verse:
There's a great coronation coming up
filled with joy and gladness,
there are special guests attending,
it will be all the children of the Lord.
I've got a standing invitation,
with all the saints from every nation.
We'll be there (be there)
be there, (be there),
be there, (be there)
be there, (be there),
be there when they (crown Him Lord of Lords).
Chorus
Bridge
We are our Father's children,
one, united, in God, Jesus Christ;
we are on our way to that great coronation,
(where we'll) crown Him Lord of Lords.
Vamp 1:
Wait 'til I get there, wait 'til I get there.
Wait 'til I get there, wait 'til I get there.
Wait 'til I get there, wait 'til I get there.
Curtains fall, roll is called,
world of sin, marching in.
Crown Him, crown Him,
crown Him, crown Him,
(be there when they) crown Him Lord of Lords.
Vamp 2:
Good time have a good time.
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Meaning & Inspiration
A City Built Foursquare looks toward the gathering of the redeemed in the presence of Christ. Its imagery joins a heavenly city, a great coronation, saints from every nation, and the confession of Jesus as Lord of lords. The repeated invitation to be present gives the song the character of joyful expectation, while the choir language stresses unity among the children of God rather than individual achievement.
The title image closely reflects Revelation 21:16, where the holy city is measured as a square. The vision of saints from every nation also resembles the multitude before the throne in Revelation 7:9-10. Through its chorus, bridge, and vamps, the song celebrates the hope that believers will gather in worship and honor Christ together. Its language is festive, but the source of that celebration remains theological: Jesus receives royal honor, redeemed people are united in him, and the future city represents communion with God beyond the present world of sin.
Related Scripture
- Revelation 21:16 The holy city is described as laid out like a square, with equal length and width.
- Revelation 7:9-10 A multitude from every nation stands before the throne and praises God and the Lamb.