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How to become a lyrics curator - Christian lyrics on Spotify / Apple Music / etc.

Have you ever wondered how the lyrics appear in the songs on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Shazam, etc.? Become part of the largest catalog  of music data on the planet, by joining a family of music lovers The largest catalog of lyrics ever has Christian lyrics contributed by Christians from around the world. Isn't that awesome?  Musixmatch is the portal for getting lyrics published on several streaming services. You don't need us to join Musixmatch... but we have a dedicated workspace with like-minded contributors / curators that understand the jargon, spelling rules, etc. associated with Christian music.  Here is what we have to offer:  Access to a (new) community of music lovers that share the passion to transcribe & share Christian lyrics Community members guide / mentor each other in a manner that one may expect in any Christian community (always based on constructive feedback) If you'd like more permissions / functionalities / paid activities, we will coac

Kevin Quinn - It's About Time (CCM)

Kevin Quinn has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called It's About Time. Kevin shares that the inspiration for this song came from currencies in his life, especially the current chapter which he is in.  Kevin says: "You could call it growing pains if you will, but as I approach 25 here I'm really starting to understand and realize my own mortality for the first time, which I know is not an easy thing for anyone to hear or think about right now, but it's just something that has happened for the first time in my life. I lost friends at a young age. My process of grief comprehension was a lot different than it is now. Some part of me believed that they would still be coming back. I've lost a few more friends since that time. It felt like the grief was kind of catching up to me a bit, but I still wanted to make music that was inspiring, uplifting, and positive. "It's about time" was just that for me.  We even had a conversation in the w

Tolu! - What You Say (Gospel)

Tolu! has released a Gospel track called What You Say. What You Say is the lead single from Tolu's upcoming Covenant Child Album. This song speaks to everyone struggling through life with issues of identity and self-worth. Tolu shares: "You are not what the world, bad experiences, failed attempts at progress etc. say you are. You are more. You are what God says you are. Indeed, in Him we live, we move and have our 'be-ing'." Lyrics: Beautiful. Wonderful. Elevated Your love, sweeter than wine Your presence, so divine You call me to Your feast Your abundance released You washed away my shame Call me by Your name My debt to sin erased You crown me with Your Grace Beautiful (Is what You say to me) Wonderfully created (Is what You say to me) Favoured. Elevated Marvelous (Is what You say to me) Glorious. Daughter of the Most High (Is what You say to me) Apple of His eye No matter what the cost You seek me when I'm lost You leave the ninety-nine And You find me just

The Top 50 Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) released in the past week - Thursday, January 20th, 2022

Discover the most popular Christian Contemporary Music released between January 13th and January 20th, 2022.  Most new releases are published on Fridays. On Thursdays, we look back at the Christian music (we know) that was released in the past week and select the 50 most-streamed releases. Our fans / followers are always the first to see this list! So here is this week's chart of the most popular Christian Contemporary Music (CCM + CEDM) released in the past week: (Click on the song titles our webpage to open the song on Spotify) Rank - Title - Artist #1 - 'Desert Road' by Casting Crowns #2 - 'Valley of Death' by Skillet #3 - 'A Thousand Hallelujahs - Live' by Brooke Ligertwood #4 - 'It's About Time' by Kevin Quinn #5 - 'Letting Go' by Switch #6 - 'See Me Through It' by Brandon Heath #7 - 'Come and See (Psalm 66) - Live' by Shane & Shane, Kingdom Kids #8 - 'Anything But Easy' by Casting Crowns #9 - 'Crazy P

Mr. Weaverface - Jesus Is Alive (CCM)

Mr. Weaverface has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called "Jesus Is Alive". Mr. Weaverface accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior when he was a child. Throughout his childhood, he attended church and Sunday school and was raised by loving, godly parents. As Mr. Weaverface got older, however, he began to experience anxiety, panic attacks, anger, depression, negative thoughts, bipolar mood swings, and addiction. Mr. Weaverface suffered the worst panic attack of his adult life on Christmas Day 2018. In the following months, he felt torn in two. However, God was separating the demonic from the person God wanted him to be. In dreams and visions, the Lord showed Mr. Weaverface that the enemy had set up traps during his early years. A spiritual war ensued in his life for the glory of God. By calling on the name of Jesus and putting his trust in the power of His name, Mr. Weaverface was saved. Being torn in two was the worst/best thing that ever happened to him. Mr

Casting Crowns - Desert Road (CCM)

Casting Crowns has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called Desert Road. It was a surprise to hear this beat! Originally we thought this song would have a more country tone, but we think this beat makes it much better! The vocals are excellent.  Lyrics: I don't wanna write this song I don't want this pain to be my story I don't want this desert road Are you sure this is the plan that you have for me? Out here in the dust and clay God, if there's a bigger picture It's gettin' hard to see today But I know that you won't leave me I don't know if this is goin' But I know who holds my hand It's not the path I would've chosen But I'll follow You 'til the end Lord, as long as I am breathin' I will make Your glory known Even if it means I'm walkin' On this desert road (Where you lead me, I will follow) On this desert road (Where you lead me, I will follow) You got my attention now I was doin' the talkin',

Brooke Ligertwood - A Thousand Hallelujahs - Live (CCM)

Brooke Ligertwood has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called A Thousand Hallelujahs - Live. Brooke Ligertwood, a member of HillSong Worship, released her latest solo worship single on Friday (Jan 14th). "A Thousand Hallelujahs" is the first release from Ligertwood's 'SEVEN' album and has been written by Phil Wickham, Brooke and her husband Scott Ligertwood.  A 30-piece choir, musicians from all over the modern worship movement (Hillsong, Bethel, Vineyard), and stunning new prayer-soaked songs written and arranged according to Brooke's singular vision put Jesus at the center of this performance.  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 A thousand more Who else would d

Riley Clemmons - For The Good - Acoustic (CCM)

Riley Clemmons has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called For The Good - Acoustic. This song is a powerful reminder of the sovereignty of God is presented in "For the Good," which is based on Romans 8:28. For Clemmons, this song also has a personal significance. Clemmons shares, "This song is deeply rooted in one of my favorite Bible verses of all time, Romans 8:28, saying `all things work together for the good for those who love God and are the called according to His purposes.' This verse has brought my family & myself so much comfort over the past couple of years, as not only we've walked through a tough time as a family, but as we've watched the world around us change. Never so much before have we needed the promise that God is working things together for the good. I hope this song encourages you & reminds you, no matter what season you're walking through, that God is with you and for you." LYRICS: I wouldn't say I

Skillet - Valley of Death (CCM)

Skillet has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called Valley of Death. The global health crisis of the last two years has led to numerous questions regarding why bad things happen to good people. Skillet's John Cooper explains why he believes God allowed the pandemic to happen. Skillet has released their new album Dominion through Atlantic Records last Friday (Jan. 14). A discussion with 'Loudwire Nights' host Toni Gonzalez brought up the track "Valley of Death," which contains the lyrics: "Someone said this is all part of the plan / But I don't understand." Gonzalez then asked him why he thinks God would allow a pandemic. This is what Cooper said: "Well, the first answer is that we're not good people. We're all fallen and we are all in desperate need of salvation through Jesus. So, we're not actually good people, we all do bad stuff. We all cheat, we've all lied, we're all greedy and as much as the most lov

The Afters - Say Goodbye (Say Hello) (CCM)

The Afters has released a Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) track called Say Goodbye (Say Hello). Lyrics: Say goodbye If your thoughts are like a storm and you can't stop the rain If you're carrying your past like it's a ball and chain If you feel like it won't get better There's hope, don't you dare say never Step out of the dark into a brand new day And say goodbye Goodbye to the enemy's lies Goodbye to the fear inside Say goodbye Goodbye to the shame you hide Goodbye to regret filled life Say hello to born again Say hello to love that never ends You can leave the past behind Look it straight in the eye And say goodbye Say goodbye say goodbye Say goodbye Say goodbye say goodbye There's mercy like an ocean you can sail away Untie the rope that's holding you to your mistakes This freedom is sunny weather You don't have to wear a sweater Nothing like the feeling when you finally say Say goodbye Goodbye to the enemy's lies Goodbye to the fear