Shane & Shane - That's My King Lyrics
Lyrics
I wish I could tell you
Wish I could describe it
'Cause I can't contain it
Can't keep it to myself
There aren't enough colors
To paint the whole picture
Not enough words to ever say what I found
Wonderful and beautiful and glorious and holy
He is merciful and powerful
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
We declare the glory
Give Him all the honor
Altogether worthy
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
There's no one before You
Yes, we will adore You
All of this is for You
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
I'm not letting the rocks cry
Without joining the chorus
There aren't enough notes to make the harmony
It's the sound of the angels
Through all of the ages
It's all of the earth and heaven's symphony
Wonderful and beautiful and glorious and holy
He is merciful and powerful
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
We declare the glory
Give Him all the honor
Altogether worthy
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
There's no one before You
Yes, we will adore You
All of this is for You
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
Jesus
That's my King
That's my King
That's my God
That's my Shepherd
My Protector
That's my King
That's my Rock
That's my Anchor
My Defender
That's my King
That's my God
That's my Shepherd
My Protector
That's my King
That's my Rock
That's my Anchor
My Defender
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
We declare the glory
Give Him all the honor
Altogether worthy
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
We declare the glory
Give Him all the honor
Altogether worthy
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
There's no one before You
Yes, we will adore You
All of this is for You
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
Who we talkin' about? That's my King
Video
You Are My King (Amazing Love)
Meaning & Inspiration
"That's My King" by Shane & Shane, a vibrant declaration from their 2018 album *Penelope*, stands as a powerful testament to the inexpressible majesty of God. This song isn't born from a specific historical event but rather from the ancient, unwavering impulse to articulate the divine, an endeavor the human heart persistently undertakes despite its limitations. It captures the profound reverence and overwhelming awe a believer feels when contemplating the nature of Jesus as King, translating that spiritual encounter into an accessible anthem for communal worship. The underlying narrative is one of uncontainable praise, acknowledging that while words and colors may fail to fully depict God's glory, the very fiber of creation, and certainly the redeemed soul, is compelled to sing out His worth.
The song immediately establishes this theme of inexpressibility, opening with an honest admission: "I wish I could tell you, Wish I could describe it... There aren't enough colors to paint the whole picture, Not enough words to ever say what I found." This sentiment resonates deeply with countless biblical passages that speak to God's transcendent nature, far beyond human comprehension or articulation (Isaiah 55:9, Job 11:7). Yet, this acknowledged inadequacy doesn't lead to silence but to an intensified declaration. The lyrics quickly pivot to a cascade of God's attributes, affirming Him as "Wonderful and beautiful and glorious and holy, He is merciful and powerful." Each descriptor echoes biblical truth: He is the "Wonderful Counselor" (Isaiah 9:6), the source of all beauty and glory (Psalm 27:4, Psalm 96:6), the eternally "Holy, holy, holy" (Isaiah 6:3), rich in mercy (Exodus 34:6-7, Psalm 103:8), and infinitely powerful (Jeremiah 32:17, Revelation 19:6). The recurring question, "Who we talkin' about? That's my King," functions as a communal call-and-response, inviting participation and solidifying the collective affirmation of faith, a practice deeply rooted in worship across millennia.
The communal aspect of worship is further amplified as the song progresses: "We declare the glory, Give Him all the honor, Altogether worthy... There's no one before You, Yes, we will adore You, All of this is for You." This section is a direct call to actively engage in worship, reflecting Psalms like 19:1 where the heavens declare God's glory and Revelation 4:11, which proclaims His worthiness to receive glory, honor, and power. The affirmation "There's no one before You" boldly asserts God's singularity and supremacy, a foundational truth found in passages like Isaiah 44:6, emphasizing His unique status as the Alpha and Omega. Perhaps one of the most compelling poetic and theological statements in the song comes with the line, "I'm not letting the rocks cry Without joining the chorus." This is a direct, vibrant reference to Luke 19:40, where Jesus declares that if His disciples were to be silent, the very stones would cry out. It powerfully underscores the irresistible nature of God's glory and the immense privilege and joy it is for humanity to participate in praising Him, rather than letting even inanimate creation take precedence. This human voice joins an eternal symphony, envisioned as "the sound of the angels Through all of the ages," a grand chorus encompassing "all of the earth and heaven's symphony," drawing parallels to the heavenly worship described in Revelation 5:11-12 and the universal praise of creation in Psalm 148.
The bridge serves as a personal and intimate anchor, grounding the magnificent attributes in specific, relational titles for Jesus: "Jesus, That's my King, That's my God, That's my Shepherd, My Protector, That's my Rock, That's my Anchor, My Defender." Here, the theological becomes deeply personal. He is the "King of kings" (Revelation 19:16), truly "God" (John 1:1), the "good shepherd" who lays down His life (John 10:11, Psalm 23), a faithful "Protector" (Psalm 121:7-8), the unwavering "Rock" and fortress (Psalm 18:2), the sure "Anchor for the soul" (Hebrews 6:19), and a steadfast "Defender" (Psalm 3:3). These titles move beyond abstract concepts to embody His active, sustaining presence in the lives of those who believe. Ultimately, "That's My King" is more than just a song; it's a profound act of worship, a theological declaration woven into an engaging musical tapestry. It effectively inspires reflection on God's character and encourages an active, joyful response of praise, serving as a powerful reminder of God's supremacy and the believer's blessed position in proclaiming it to the world.