Shane & Shane - A Thousand Hallelujahs Lyrics
Lyrics
Who else would rocks cry out to worship
Whose glory taught the stars to shine
Perhaps creation longs to have the words to sing
But this joy is mine
With a thousand hallelujahs we magnify Your name
You alone deserve the glory the honor and the praise
Lord Jesus this song is forever Yours
A thousand hallelujahs and a thousand more
Who else would die for our redemption
Whose resurrection means I'll rise
There isn't time enough to sing of all You've done
But I have eternity to try
With a thousand hallelujahs we magnify Your name
You alone deserve the glory the honor and the praise
Lord Jesus this song is forever Yours
A thousand hallelujahs and a thousand more
Praise to the Lord to the Lamb
To the King of Heaven
Praise for He rose now He reigns
We will sing forever
Praise to the Lord to the Lamb
To the King of Heaven
Praise for He rose now He reigns
We will sing forever
Praise to the Lord to the Lamb
To the King of Heaven
Praise for He rose now He reigns
We will sing forever
With a thousand hallelujahs we magnify Your name
You alone deserve the glory the honor and the praise
Lord Jesus this song is forever Yours
A thousand hallelujahs and a thousand more
Tag
A thousand hallelujahs and a thousand more
Praise to the Lord to the Lamb
To the King of Heaven
Praise for He rose now He reigns
We will sing for ever
Video
A Thousand Hallelujahs | Official Lyric Video | The Worship Initiative (feat. Aaron Williams)
Meaning & Inspiration
The release of "A Thousand Hallelujahs" by Shane & Shane, featuring Aaron Williams from The Worship Initiative, on June 2, 2023, delivered a profound anthem of worship that resonates deeply with the core tenets of Christian faith. This song is not merely a collection of verses and a chorus; it is a theological declaration, a passionate outpouring of adoration that aims to anchor believers in the unshakeable truth of God’s supreme worthiness. It serves as a stirring reminder of the endless reasons to praise, reflecting a deep spiritual hunger to acknowledge God for who He is and what He has done, particularly through Jesus Christ.
The essence of "A Thousand Hallelujahs" lies in its unwavering dedication to magnifying the name of God, acknowledging that human words and even time itself are insufficient to fully recount His glory. The lyrics begin by pondering the universal impulse towards worship, asking, "Who else would rocks cry out to worship / Whose glory taught the stars to shine?" This immediately calls to mind Luke 19:40, where Jesus asserts that if His followers were silent, the stones themselves would cry out. It speaks to an inherent, creation-wide recognition of divine majesty, a truth also echoed in Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." The song then pivots to the unique joy humanity possesses, that privilege of consciously vocalizing praise when creation perhaps "longs to have the words to sing," emphasizing our distinct role as worshipers.
The central chorus, with its powerful declaration of "A thousand hallelujahs we magnify Your name / You alone deserve the glory the honor and the praise," becomes the song's spiritual heartbeat. The repeated phrase "Hallelujah," meaning "Praise the Lord," is magnified infinitely, suggesting an unending, fervent devotion. This line powerfully echoes the heavenly worship described in Revelation 4:11 and 5:12-13, where elders and angels bow before the throne, declaring, "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power," and "Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!" The explicit dedication, "Lord Jesus this song is forever Yours," underscores the song’s Christ-centered focus, acknowledging His rightful place at the pinnacle of all worship.
The second verse delves further into the specific reasons for this boundless praise, directly referencing the sacrificial and redemptive work of Christ: "Who else would die for our redemption / Whose resurrection means I'll rise." This speaks directly to the gospel message—Jesus's substitutionary atonement on the cross, as stated in Romans 5:8, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The subsequent line connects His resurrection to our future hope, a powerful theological truth found in 1 Corinthians 15:20, "But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep." The song beautifully captures the endless scope of God’s grace with the lines, "There isn't time enough to sing of all You've done / But I have eternity to try," pointing to an eternal commitment to worship and explore the depths of His goodness, a promise found in Ephesians 2:7, that in the coming ages He might show the incomparable riches of His grace.
The bridge serves as an intensifying crescendo of praise, repeating foundational truths: "Praise to the Lord to the Lamb / To the King of Heaven / Praise for He rose now He reigns / We will sing forever." These titles—Lord, Lamb, King of Heaven—are all distinct biblical appellations for Jesus, each carrying profound theological weight, especially "Lamb" which directly references His role as the atoning sacrifice (John 1:29, Revelation 5:6). The declaration that "He rose now He reigns" solidifies the Christian belief in Christ's victory over death and His present enthronement and sovereign rule (Acts 2:36, Ephesians 1:20-22). The unwavering promise, "We will sing forever," reinforces the eternal nature of this worship, a continuous act of adoration that transcends earthly time and circumstance. "A Thousand Hallelujahs" therefore not only inspires a present act of praise but casts a vision for an everlasting devotion, deeply rooted in the Scriptures and calling all who believe to join in the unending chorus of adoration for the One who truly deserves it all.