Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Meredith Andrews has released her new single, Deeper ’16, from her new album of the same title, and it may be her best carrier single to date. I LOVE IT.
The Word Records artist also has a song called Deeper from her 2008 album The Invitation, and this single is not to be confused with that one. A completely different track, Deeper ’16 was written with Mia Fieldes–MIA FIELDES!!–and Jacob Scooter, and is an ebullient declaration to find joy in the most difficult of situations. Taking from
2 Corinthians 4:8-10 and Romans 5: 3-5, it’s hard not to see the scriptural foundation of this song, and even harder to resist singing along. (Not surprised. Mia Fieldes!!)
The album version–you’ll find an acoustic version here–is more decidedly celebratory, with great synths adding to the overall positive emotion that Deeper ’16 seeks to bring about in the listener. The follow-up to the carrier single, Soar Deeper ’16 is a great ditty, and judging from early radio performance out the gate, I’m hopeful it’ll do well.
DEEPER Lyrics
Meredith Andrews
I have kicked up the dust and the dirt on the narrow road
I have had to let go of some hurt to hold on to hope
I’ve watched the sunset before the promise came
I have waded through waters wide and walked through the flame
And I can say
Every valley made me lift my eyes up
Every burden only made me stronger
Every sorrow only made Your joy go
Deeper and deeper, deeper, and deeper
I will run like I’m out to win, and finish the race
For every battle that’s sure to come I will be brave
I’ve got my heart set on every word You say
And no matter what lies ahead You’ll make a way
And I will say
Every valley made me lift my eyes up
Every burden only made me stronger
Every sorrow only made Your joy go
Deeper and deeper, deeper, and deeper
Every mountain is making me a climber
Every giant is calling out a fighter
Every heartache only makes Your love go
Deeper and deeper, deeper, and deeper
Thrown down but not defeated
I’m worn out but not giving up
I’ve hit ground but even at rock bottom
I’m just getting started, Yea, I’m just getting started
