God's Not Dead (Like a Lion)
| "God's Not Dead (Like a Lion)" | ||||
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| Single by Newsboys and Kevin Max | ||||
| from the album God's Not Dead | ||||
| Released | 12 October 2011 | |||
| Format | Digital download | |||
| Recorded | 2011 | |||
| Genre | Contemporary Christian music, contemporary worship music, pop rock | |||
| Length | 4:18 | |||
| Label | Inpop | |||
| Writer(s) | Daniel Bashta | |||
| Producer(s) | Seth Mosley | |||
| Newsboys and Kevin Max singles chronology | ||||
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"God's Not Dead (Like a Lion)" is single from the album God's Not Dead by the Newsboys. The song appeared on charts during its release in 2012. The song charted in 2014, after the release of the film, God's Not Dead. The band performs the song, in a concert sequence, at the end of the film. The song was released through Inpop Records.[1]
Background
The song was written by Daniel Bashta.[2] The lead vocals are performed by Michael Tait and features fellow DC Talk member Kevin Max.[3][4]
It was first released as a single on 12 October 2011, peaking at No. 2 on 9 June 2012[5] after spending 22 weeks on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs.[6] and then again when the film of the same name was released in 2014.[7] It helped to propel "We Believe", from Restart, to the No. 2 position on the chart as well.[7]
In the United States, the single reached gold sales in June 2014,[8] and by May 2015 it became the band's first platinum single, selling more than 1 million.[2]
Music video
The music video for the song was published on 6 January 2012.[9] The video is shot in much of New York City, and also shows many views of the Hudson River. During the video, the Newsboys themselves, along with others, read a headline stating: "God Is Dead". In the video, the Newsboys are seen performing in both a concert, and a smaller studio setting.
Weekly charts 2012
| Charts (2012) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Billboard Hot Christian Songs[10] | 2 |
| Billboard Christian Digital Songs[11] | 1 |
Weekly Charts 2014
| Charts (2014) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Billboard Heatseekers Songs[12] | 23 |
| Billboard Christian Streaming Songs[13] | 4 |
References
- ↑ "God's Not Dead Soundtrack Delivers No.1 Radio Hit - God's Not Dead Blog". God's Not Dead Blog.
- 1 2 "NEWS: Newsboys Garner First Career Platinum® Certification with "God's Not Dead (Like a Lion)" - The Gospel Music Association". The Gospel Music Association.
- ↑ http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/newsboys_join_forces_with_kevi.html
- ↑ "Spencer Daily Reporter: Local News: Newsboys set to prove 'God's Not Dead' (03/23/12)". Spencer Daily Reporter.
- ↑ "Christian Music: Praise and Worship Songs Chart - Billboard". Billboard.
- ↑ "God's Not Dead". Billboard Charts. 15 October 2011.
- 1 2 "Chart Moves: Jason Derulo 'Wiggle's Up Hot 100; Black Keys Unlock Alternative No. 1; Jamiroquai Jams Back Onto Dance Charts". Billboard. 16 May 2014.
- ↑ "Luke Bryan Hits 2x Multi-Platinum". Music Times.
- ↑ Newsboys - God's Not Dead. 6 January 2012 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "Newsboys - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 2 June 2012.
- ↑ "Newsboys - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 21 April 2012.
- ↑ "Newsboys - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
- ↑ "Newsboys - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 12 April 2012.