All of the Above by Hillsong United

All of the Above is Hillsong United's 2007 studio album, a step away from the live recordings toward something more crafted. It reaches for indie-rock textures while keeping the heart of worship. It gave the global church two enduring songs, and that alone keeps me coming back.

Why listen?

The sound is fuller and more produced than the live records, guitars and atmosphere layered with care. The production is bright and modern, ambitious without losing warmth. The lyrics move between surrender and longing, personal prayer set to big arrangements. There is a maturing here, a band stretching its craft. It is worship made with real attention to sound.

Favourite song: Hosanna

Written by Brooke Fraser, this became one of the most-sung worship songs of its era. It joins wonder at God with a plea to be changed.

I see the King of glory
Coming on the clouds with fire
The whole earth shakes
Hosanna, hosanna
Hosanna in the highest
Hosanna, hosanna
Hosanna in the highest

The way the song builds from a hushed opening to a soaring, pleading chorus makes the longing palpable. It reminds me of standing small at the foot of a great mountain, awed and humbled at once. The song asks for a heart broken for what breaks God's heart, which is a brave thing to pray.

Key takeaway

All of the Above is an ambitious, well-crafted record anchored by songs the church still sings. A strong studio turn from Hillsong United.

Tracklist

• Point of Difference
• Break Free
• Desperate People
• Devotion
• Lead Me to the Cross
• Found
• Hosanna
• Solution
• My Future Decided
• Never Let Me Go
• You
• Saviour King

Details

Listen on

• Apple Music
• Amazon
• Spotify

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