Newsboys - Rejoice Lyrics
Lyrics
The shouting is louder
The static and noise
It's all breakin' down now
It's over drowning your voice
But you still have a choice
It's cause it a reason
It's waiting in you
The Spirit is leading
Believe for the best because
That's what faith does
It makes you wanna rejoice, rejoice always
I'm gonna say it again
Rejoice, rejoice always
This is your choice, rejoice
The world is dividing
It's muting our song
It's selling a deed to
A land where we don't belong (Belong)
But we're gonna get strong (Strong)
Be anxious in nothing
Constant in prayer
Thankful in all things
Share what you have because (Hey)
That's what love does
It makes you wanna rejoice, rejoice always
I'm gonna say it again
Rejoice, rejoice always
This is your choice, rejoice
It makes you wanna rejoice, rejoice always
I'm gonna say it again
Rejoice, rejoice always
This is your choice, rejoice
Shout
Shout
Shout
Hey, hey
Inner voices so come fearless
Rival noises overwhelm us
Raise your vantage, reinspire
Freedom standin', lift your hands and
Rejoice, rejoice always
I'm gonna say it again (Say it again)
Rejoice, rejoice always
Say it again (I'm gonna)
Rejoice, rejoice always
I'm gonna say it again
Rejoice, rejoice always
This is your choice, rejoice
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Rejoice
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on May 10, 2019, as part of their album *United (Deluxe)*, Newsboys’ "Rejoice" emerges as a vibrant, timely declaration of spiritual resolve in a world often consumed by turmoil. The song's core message is an unyielding call to find joy, not as a fleeting emotion dependent on circumstances, but as a deliberate act of faith and obedience, rooted deeply in biblical truth. It serves as an anthem for the modern believer, navigating the cacophony of daily life with a steadfast, chosen perspective.
The opening verses immediately set a relatable scene, acknowledging "The shouting is louder / The static and noise." This paints a vivid picture of the overwhelming external pressures, the digital clamor, and the divisive rhetoric that constantly threaten to "drown your voice" – to silence individual conviction and inner peace. Yet, even in this sonic assault, the song powerfully asserts, "But you still have a choice." This foundational truth reminds us that our response to chaos is always within our control, reflecting a fundamental Christian principle: our freedom to choose faith over fear. The pre-chorus then pivots to the source of this strength, proclaiming, "The Spirit is leading / Believe for the best because / That's what faith does." This highlights the Holy Spirit's guidance as a compass amidst confusion and defines faith not merely as belief, but as an active posture of hope, aligning with Hebrews 11:1, which describes faith as the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
The chorus then bursts forth with its central, repeated command: "Rejoice, rejoice always / I'm gonna say it again / Rejoice, rejoice always / This is your choice, rejoice." This direct, unwavering instruction echoes the Apostle Paul's powerful directives in Philippians 4:4, "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!" and 1 Thessalonians 5:16, "Rejoice always." It’s a profound spiritual truth that joy is not merely a reaction to good times, but a constant, intentional decision rooted in one's relationship with God, regardless of the surrounding environment. This chosen joy is a testimony to God's faithfulness and an act of defiance against despair.
As the song progresses, it addresses the broader societal landscape: "The world is dividing / It's muting our song / It's selling a deed to / A land where we don't belong." This verse captures the experience of many believers who feel increasingly alienated from a secular culture, recognizing that their ultimate citizenship is not of this earth, as articulated in John 15:19 and Philippians 3:20. Despite this alienation, the declaration, "But we're gonna get strong," is a defiant promise of resilience and unity among followers of Christ, ready to stand firm in their convictions. This strength is then immediately tied to practical, biblical wisdom in the subsequent lines: "Be anxious in nothing / Constant in prayer / Thankful in all things / Share what you have because / That's what love does." This section is almost a direct quotation of Philippians 4:6-7, which commands believers to "be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God," and also reflects 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 to "pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances." It further intertwines prayer and thankfulness with the command to share, emphasizing that generous love is a natural outflow of a heart surrendered to God, echoing Christ's command to love one's neighbor as oneself in Matthew 22:39.
The bridge elevates the spiritual battle, speaking of "Inner voices so come fearless / Rival noises overwhelm us." It acknowledges the internal struggles with doubt and the external clamor attempting to destabilize faith. The response is a powerful call to spiritual action: "Raise your vantage, reinspire / Freedom standin', lift your hands and / Rejoice." This imagery suggests shifting one's perspective from earthly troubles to an eternal, heavenly viewpoint, inspiring renewed courage and freedom. Lifting hands is a classic posture of worship and surrender, symbolizing a declaration of God's sovereignty over all inner and outer turmoil. In this act of worship and chosen joy, the song asserts, believers find the strength to overcome, aligning with biblical principles of spiritual warfare, where thoughts are taken captive and brought into obedience to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:3-5). Ultimately, "Rejoice" by Newsboys is far more than a catchy tune; it is a profound catechesis on joy, faith, and love, urging every individual to actively choose a Christ-centered perspective, standing firm and rejoicing always, regardless of the world’s clamor.