“I'm With Everybody” (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
God’s people dance, we laugh and sing – all right
We’re grateful for the sacrifice of Christ
In all we do our hearts are true and free
We worship God, we’re joyful as can be
I’m with everybody singing ‘Jesus Loves Me’
Wishing that the whole wide world would sing it
I’m with everybody singing ‘Jesus Loves Me’
Wishing that the whole wide world was here
Our God is good; it’s understood – all right
He lets us know the narrow road is Christ
We love His word, we’re glad we heard the truth
We live it out, without a doubt, we do - what about you?
I’m with everyone having big, big fun
Wishing that the world loved God…
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"I'm With Everybody" is an upbeat, fun, “disco/funk” song about fellowship, unity, and love in the church! Super-fun-to-do motions, too! (coming soon!)
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Disco/funk, with smooth vocals, funky guitar, and groovin' drums & bass guitar.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Worship
- Gratitude
- Christ’s sacrifice
- Evangelism
- “the world”
- God’s goodness
- “the Narrow Road” (faith in Jesus Christ)
- The Bible (living out your faith)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Elton John’s bass player played the funky bass track on this song ;)
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Is Everybody Ready to Go? (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi (BMI)
There’s nothing wrong with the sound of children’s voices shouting
If they’re shouting out to the One who leads the way – Jesus!
There’s nothing wrong if you see some children dancing, jumping
If they’re dancing for the only God who saves
So who’s coming with us? Are you coming with us?!
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
There is no joy like the joy of knowing Jesus – the Savior
He gives love the world can never take away – no way!
There is no place like the place where we all gather – together
We are singing, dancing, and lifting up our praise!
So who’s coming with us? Are you coming with us?!
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
I’ll follow Christ all my life - that’s what I pray for
I was bought with a price – the blood of Christ – and I’m so, so grateful
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
We want to follow Jesus
Everywhere he leads us!
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"Is Everybody Ready to Go?" is a very fun ‘60s surf-rock tune about following Jesus Christ. Dude!
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960s surf-rock with bashing drums, big vocal harmonies, and shouting kids.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Joyful Worship
- God’s grace and love
- Evangelism
- Living out your faith
- Following Christ the Savior for life
- Praying for holiness
- Gratitude to God
- The joy of Kids’ Church
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(People of God) Love Each Other (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
There’s power in the words you say
Let’s build it up, build it up, build each other up
Give somebody else their way, let’s
Build it up, build it up, build each other up
Sometimes you know life hurts
God says, “No divisions in My church.” No way!
The people of God should love each other
Give someone else a handshake
The people of God should love each other
For goodness’ sake – it’s a piece of cake – come on!
Be joyful as you dance and sway
Let’s build it up, build it up, build each other up
Smile and make somebody’s day
Build it up, build it up, build each other up –
Sometimes you know life hurts
God says, “No divisions in My church.” No way!
The people of God should love each other
Give someone else a handshake
The people of God should love each other
For goodness’ sake – it’s a piece of cake – come on!
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"(People of God) Love Each Other" is a Jamaican-sounding song about the power of our words.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Jamaican/Reggae guitar work and drum beats. Heavy bass. A happy-sounding chorus.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The power of words/building others up
- The realities of life (“sometimes life hurts”)
- (No) Divisions in the church
- Loving one another
- Giving others their way
- Harmony in the church
KEY LYRIC: "There’s power in the words you say. Let’s build...each other up"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob’s daughter Juli does the “woo-hoo-hoo” background vocals in the last chorus.
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Stink of the World (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi/BMI
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
One shuffle on my iPod
Is all that it takes to forget about God and then,
Oh, no – one bratty TV show
And there I go again…
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
One little lie to my Mom or Dad
Is all that it takes to make God’s Spirit sad, and then
oh, no – an Internet video –
And there I go again…
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
Wash me clean, God
Make me new
As I read your word, God
Draw me to you
And then oh, yeah!
One simple heartfelt prayer
No more despair, oh yeah!
My brain needed washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world off me
My heart needed mercy, and
God forgave me
I got the stink of the world off me
I got the stink of the world off me
I got the stink – stink – stink – stink – stink
Of the world off me
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"Stink of the World" is ‘70s punk rock-influenced song about sin, confession, and forgiveness.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Bashing drums, thrashing guitar, "dancing" piano, British-sounding vocals.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Sin/Confession of Sin
- God’s grace
- Forgiveness
- “the world”
- Mercy
- Pop culture (iPods, YouTube, the Internet)
- Reading the Bible
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob had to tweak the arrangement of "Stink" for MONTHS to get it the way he wanted.
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We Are the Crew (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Livin’ a life upon the sea
What an adventure waits for me!
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We’ve got Captain for our life
His name is Jesus, Jesus Christ
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go)
We are the crew of the Captain of the ship! (aye-aye!)
He is the King; Christ the Lord
He sets the sail, we climb aboard
We are the crew; He is the Lord!
Whenever the wind begins to blow
Jesus can calm the storms, you know?!
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We’ve got Captain for our life
His name is Jesus, Jesus Christ
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We are the crew of the Captain of the ship! (aye-aye!)
He is the King; Christ the Lord
He sets the sail, we climb aboard
We are the crew; He is the Lord!
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"We Are the Crew" is a pirate song about following Jesus Christ. It's so much fun to sing that it's likely to become a most-requested song!
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The troubles of life
- Jesus Christ the “Captain of our lives”
- Us (believers) as the “Crew”/(followers of Christ)
- The Lordship of Christ
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: All of the “pirate voices” on this track were done by Rob and two other men! (overdubbed many, many times!)
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I Just Want to Dance (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
I just want to dance
I just want to sing
I just want to jump around and glorify my King
I just want to dance
I just want to sing
I just want to jump around and glorify my King
And I will dance a dance to make God happy
And I will sing a song to make Him happy, too
And I will jump for joy, to show God that I’m grateful
He created me, and created you!
I said…I just want to jump around and glorify my King
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I Just Want to Dance is designed for kids “7 and under.” It’s a fast, swingin’ song about the joy of being a creation of God.
USE IT IN PRESCHOOL AND K-1 IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Worship (dancing and singing)
- Glorifying God
- Making God happy/pleasing God
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: This is Rob’s “first-ever” song designed for preschool kids!
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The Way, the Truth, the Life [John 14:6] (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi and Tim Nienhuis (c)2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Jesus said to him...
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
No one comes to the Father except through me
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
Jesus said to him...
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
No one comes to the Father except through me
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
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"The Way, the Truth, the Life" is a country-blues song in which “the kids take over”! It's based on John 14:6. Lots of fun to hear Rob “lose control!” Lots of fun to sing in Kids’ Church.
USE IT:
- If you're teaching about John 14:6
- any time you wanna have some FUN!
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wasn't really "with the kids" while recording his vocal. He did it before the kids arrived, and just "pretended" that they were there, interrupting and taking over the song.
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Loud House (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
It’s loud in the living room when the family worships together
The songs make me jump and groove and I bet we'll sing them forever
Ooh - we love the way the guitar plays
Ooh - we love to hear the children praise
Our house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
Our house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
There's never a lousy day when the kids get loud all together
The songs make me smile all day and I bet we’ll sing them forever
Ooh – God loves to hear the cymbals ring
Ooh – God love to hear his people sing – so come on!
Our house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
Our house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
Sometimes it’s quiet when the Story’s being told
‘Cause we know when it’s appropriate to “shh…”
Other times it’s noisy when the music starts to play
And our love for Jesus carries us away
God’s house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
God’s house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
God’s house is loud house, can’tcha see?
God’s house is the place kids wish to be.
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
It’s a loud, loud house – a house full of praise and worship!
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"Loud House" is about your family home – or the church! “It’s loud in the living room when the family worships together – so come on!”
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Steady rock beat with lots of guitars and noisy background vocals. Good loud FUN!
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The Psalms
- Praise & Worship
- Family Worship
- "Taming the Tongue" (James 3:) or Self-Control
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Everyone who knows Rob well knows that he often makes little noises with his mouth like the "dow-dow, dow dow dow!" intro of this song. Now YOU know, too!
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Great King Jesus (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012
I’ve been sent here by the Great King Himself
You’ve been lied to by the enemy – he tells lies, nothing else!
He says you can be king of your own world
Satan wants to take you down
Every one of you has to choose…to which one will you bow?
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
I’ve been told the Truth and now I must obey
And this world all around me is crazy!
But it’s not too late to get back turned around – remember:
Satan wants to take you down
Every one of you has to choose…to which one will you bow?
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” – James 1:22
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
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"Great King Jesus" is an ‘80s pop/metal-sounding song about choosing to follow Christ or not. It’s tough-sounding, so the boys might like it better than girls.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Slow shuffle beat, big drums & bass, roaring guitars, vocal shouts and stacks of harmonies.
KEY LYRIC: Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus – learning how to obey…”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- following/obeying Christ
- "the world"
- Satan
- anything with a "knight" theme (like a VBS)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: [1980s pop/metal band] Def Leppard was the musical influence for this song.
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Jesus Always Wins (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Every kind of team needs a leader
A strong one who knows the game
If you call yourself a believer - Christ is his name
If you want to win when it really counts
You’ve got to choose your side
Don’t waste your time with a man-made faith - Christ be glorified!
The King of Kings is already crowned
The enemy is goin’ down
Jesus I want to play on your team ‘cause you always win
Jesus I want to stay by your side ‘cause you’ve always been
You’re the ever-existing God over everything, so what else could I do but trust in You?
repeat
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"Jesus Always Wins" is a straightforward rock song about Christ's victories over sin, death, Satan, and "the world."
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Steady mid-tempo rock beat with cool guitar riffs and a sing-along chorus.
KEY LYRICS: "You've got to choose your side..." "The enemy is goin' down..."
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- choosing to follow Jesus Christ
- obedience
- the power of God
- other religions (false religions)
- anything with a sports theme (summer camp, VBS)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The music of [Disney Channel TV show] "Hannah Montana" was an influence for this song.
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Church Friends Are the Best (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Each day I gotta say thanks to Him
Because He has given me some real good friends
I’ve got school friends and I like them – we have fun
And my church friends are the best friends – my favorite ones!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best!
I make new friends now and then, but it’s not the same
‘Cause my church friends are gonna spend forever praising God’s name!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best
Are you gonna be there?
Are you gonna be there?
I’ll be lookin’ for you!
Are you gonna be there?
Are you gonna be there?
I’ll be lookin’ for you!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best
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"Church Friends are the Best" is a jazzy doo-wop song about the joy of having friends at church.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: upbeat drums & bass guitar with happy guitar, piano, and vocals. Very happy-sounding.
KEY LYRIC: “I can’t wait to be with my friends again. Church friends are the best!”
USE IT:
- if you're teaching about unity, love, fellowship, or friendship
- any time you want the kids "unified"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: This song is Rob’s favorite on the album.
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God is Holy; He Is Just (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words & music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi/BMI
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
You’re so big; I’m small
I bring nothing at all
Still I want You to say, “Well done.”
You’re so big; I’m small
I bring nothing at all to the perfect and holy One…
…but still I come…
I come…
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
He is love
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"God is Holy" is a "mysterious"-sounding song which affirms some of God's attributes: God is holy, just, Creator, and loving.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Somewhat "mysterious"-sounding with sweeping guitars, lots of bass, and pretty background vocals.
KEY LYRIC: “God is holy. He is just. He created all things. He is love…”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- the attributes of God
- God's holiness
- God's power
- God's grace
- man's need for God
- Humility
- Obedience
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The drummer from "The Lion King" stage show played on this song.
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My God (Thank You When I’m Happy) (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Every day when I arise
I’ll open up my eyes and say, “Good morning to you, God!”
And every moment I’ll remember all the things you’ve done for me
and then I’ll smile and rejoice!
And I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
Every day when I arise
I’ll open up my eyes and say, “Good morning to you, God!”
And every moment I’ll remember all the things you’ve done for me
and then I’ll smile and rejoice!
And I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
My God is powerful
My God is glorious
My God is not surprised by anything
So I will sing, and I will dance and I will worship him until he takes me home…!
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"My God (Thank You When I’m Happy)" is a simple song of thanks and worship to God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: simple arrangement with strumming acoustic guitar, piano, and vocals.
This song was recorded in the kids’ vocal key. It is designed to be sung in Kids’ Church.
KEY LYRIC: “I’ll thank You when I’m happy. I’ll seek You when I’m sad. But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me…You’re always near to me – my God.”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- worship
- gratitude to God
- prayer
- seeking God
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words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
God’s people dance, we laugh and sing – all right
We’re grateful for the sacrifice of Christ
In all we do our hearts are true and free
We worship God, we’re joyful as can be
I’m with everybody singing ‘Jesus Loves Me’
Wishing that the whole wide world would sing it
I’m with everybody singing ‘Jesus Loves Me’
Wishing that the whole wide world was here
Our God is good; it’s understood – all right
He lets us know the narrow road is Christ
We love His word, we’re glad we heard the truth
We live it out, without a doubt, we do - what about you?
I’m with everyone having big, big fun
Wishing that the world loved God…
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"I'm With Everybody" is an upbeat, fun, “disco/funk” song about fellowship, unity, and love in the church! Super-fun-to-do motions, too! (coming soon!)
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Disco/funk, with smooth vocals, funky guitar, and groovin' drums & bass guitar.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Worship
- Gratitude
- Christ’s sacrifice
- Evangelism
- “the world”
- God’s goodness
- “the Narrow Road” (faith in Jesus Christ)
- The Bible (living out your faith)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Elton John’s bass player played the funky bass track on this song ;)
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Is Everybody Ready to Go? (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi (BMI)
There’s nothing wrong with the sound of children’s voices shouting
If they’re shouting out to the One who leads the way – Jesus!
There’s nothing wrong if you see some children dancing, jumping
If they’re dancing for the only God who saves
So who’s coming with us? Are you coming with us?!
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
There is no joy like the joy of knowing Jesus – the Savior
He gives love the world can never take away – no way!
There is no place like the place where we all gather – together
We are singing, dancing, and lifting up our praise!
So who’s coming with us? Are you coming with us?!
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
I’ll follow Christ all my life - that’s what I pray for
I was bought with a price – the blood of Christ – and I’m so, so grateful
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
the God who made us; He’s leading the way
Is everybody ready to go? Let’s hit the trail and follow
Today and tomorrow – and every day – for life!
We want to follow Jesus
Everywhere he leads us!
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"Is Everybody Ready to Go?" is a very fun ‘60s surf-rock tune about following Jesus Christ. Dude!
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960s surf-rock with bashing drums, big vocal harmonies, and shouting kids.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Joyful Worship
- God’s grace and love
- Evangelism
- Living out your faith
- Following Christ the Savior for life
- Praying for holiness
- Gratitude to God
- The joy of Kids’ Church
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(People of God) Love Each Other (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
There’s power in the words you say
Let’s build it up, build it up, build each other up
Give somebody else their way, let’s
Build it up, build it up, build each other up
Sometimes you know life hurts
God says, “No divisions in My church.” No way!
The people of God should love each other
Give someone else a handshake
The people of God should love each other
For goodness’ sake – it’s a piece of cake – come on!
Be joyful as you dance and sway
Let’s build it up, build it up, build each other up
Smile and make somebody’s day
Build it up, build it up, build each other up –
Sometimes you know life hurts
God says, “No divisions in My church.” No way!
The people of God should love each other
Give someone else a handshake
The people of God should love each other
For goodness’ sake – it’s a piece of cake – come on!
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"(People of God) Love Each Other" is a Jamaican-sounding song about the power of our words.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Jamaican/Reggae guitar work and drum beats. Heavy bass. A happy-sounding chorus.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The power of words/building others up
- The realities of life (“sometimes life hurts”)
- (No) Divisions in the church
- Loving one another
- Giving others their way
- Harmony in the church
KEY LYRIC: "There’s power in the words you say. Let’s build...each other up"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob’s daughter Juli does the “woo-hoo-hoo” background vocals in the last chorus.
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Stink of the World (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi/BMI
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
One shuffle on my iPod
Is all that it takes to forget about God and then,
Oh, no – one bratty TV show
And there I go again…
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
One little lie to my Mom or Dad
Is all that it takes to make God’s Spirit sad, and then
oh, no – an Internet video –
And there I go again…
My brain needs washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world on me
My heart needs mercy
God, forgive me
I got the stink of the world on me
Wash me clean, God
Make me new
As I read your word, God
Draw me to you
And then oh, yeah!
One simple heartfelt prayer
No more despair, oh yeah!
My brain needed washing
Living water sloshing
I got the stink of the world off me
My heart needed mercy, and
God forgave me
I got the stink of the world off me
I got the stink of the world off me
I got the stink – stink – stink – stink – stink
Of the world off me
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"Stink of the World" is ‘70s punk rock-influenced song about sin, confession, and forgiveness.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Bashing drums, thrashing guitar, "dancing" piano, British-sounding vocals.
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Sin/Confession of Sin
- God’s grace
- Forgiveness
- “the world”
- Mercy
- Pop culture (iPods, YouTube, the Internet)
- Reading the Bible
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob had to tweak the arrangement of "Stink" for MONTHS to get it the way he wanted.
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We Are the Crew (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Livin’ a life upon the sea
What an adventure waits for me!
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We’ve got Captain for our life
His name is Jesus, Jesus Christ
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go)
We are the crew of the Captain of the ship! (aye-aye!)
He is the King; Christ the Lord
He sets the sail, we climb aboard
We are the crew; He is the Lord!
Whenever the wind begins to blow
Jesus can calm the storms, you know?!
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We’ve got Captain for our life
His name is Jesus, Jesus Christ
It’s heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go
(Heave - ho, heave - ho, back and forth we go!)
We are the crew of the Captain of the ship! (aye-aye!)
He is the King; Christ the Lord
He sets the sail, we climb aboard
We are the crew; He is the Lord!
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"We Are the Crew" is a pirate song about following Jesus Christ. It's so much fun to sing that it's likely to become a most-requested song!
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The troubles of life
- Jesus Christ the “Captain of our lives”
- Us (believers) as the “Crew”/(followers of Christ)
- The Lordship of Christ
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: All of the “pirate voices” on this track were done by Rob and two other men! (overdubbed many, many times!)
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I Just Want to Dance (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
I just want to dance
I just want to sing
I just want to jump around and glorify my King
I just want to dance
I just want to sing
I just want to jump around and glorify my King
And I will dance a dance to make God happy
And I will sing a song to make Him happy, too
And I will jump for joy, to show God that I’m grateful
He created me, and created you!
I said…I just want to jump around and glorify my King
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I Just Want to Dance is designed for kids “7 and under.” It’s a fast, swingin’ song about the joy of being a creation of God.
USE IT IN PRESCHOOL AND K-1 IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- Worship (dancing and singing)
- Glorifying God
- Making God happy/pleasing God
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: This is Rob’s “first-ever” song designed for preschool kids!
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The Way, the Truth, the Life [John 14:6] (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi and Tim Nienhuis (c)2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Jesus said to him...
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
No one comes to the Father except through me
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
Jesus said to him...
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
No one comes to the Father except through me
I am the way, and the truth, and the life
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"The Way, the Truth, the Life" is a country-blues song in which “the kids take over”! It's based on John 14:6. Lots of fun to hear Rob “lose control!” Lots of fun to sing in Kids’ Church.
USE IT:
- If you're teaching about John 14:6
- any time you wanna have some FUN!
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wasn't really "with the kids" while recording his vocal. He did it before the kids arrived, and just "pretended" that they were there, interrupting and taking over the song.
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Loud House (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
It’s loud in the living room when the family worships together
The songs make me jump and groove and I bet we'll sing them forever
Ooh - we love the way the guitar plays
Ooh - we love to hear the children praise
Our house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
Our house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
There's never a lousy day when the kids get loud all together
The songs make me smile all day and I bet we’ll sing them forever
Ooh – God loves to hear the cymbals ring
Ooh – God love to hear his people sing – so come on!
Our house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
Our house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
Sometimes it’s quiet when the Story’s being told
‘Cause we know when it’s appropriate to “shh…”
Other times it’s noisy when the music starts to play
And our love for Jesus carries us away
God’s house is a loud house, can’tcha see?
God’s house is the place kids wish to be
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
God’s house is loud house, can’tcha see?
God’s house is the place kids wish to be.
It’s full of surprises, praise rises from me!
It’s a loud, loud house – a house full of praise and worship!
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"Loud House" is about your family home – or the church! “It’s loud in the living room when the family worships together – so come on!”
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Steady rock beat with lots of guitars and noisy background vocals. Good loud FUN!
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- The Psalms
- Praise & Worship
- Family Worship
- "Taming the Tongue" (James 3:) or Self-Control
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Everyone who knows Rob well knows that he often makes little noises with his mouth like the "dow-dow, dow dow dow!" intro of this song. Now YOU know, too!
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Great King Jesus (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012
I’ve been sent here by the Great King Himself
You’ve been lied to by the enemy – he tells lies, nothing else!
He says you can be king of your own world
Satan wants to take you down
Every one of you has to choose…to which one will you bow?
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
I’ve been told the Truth and now I must obey
And this world all around me is crazy!
But it’s not too late to get back turned around – remember:
Satan wants to take you down
Every one of you has to choose…to which one will you bow?
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” – James 1:22
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Learning how to obey
Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus
Livin’! Rockin’! Just like the book of James
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"Great King Jesus" is an ‘80s pop/metal-sounding song about choosing to follow Christ or not. It’s tough-sounding, so the boys might like it better than girls.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Slow shuffle beat, big drums & bass, roaring guitars, vocal shouts and stacks of harmonies.
KEY LYRIC: Whoa! Yeah! Walkin’ with the Great King Jesus – learning how to obey…”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- following/obeying Christ
- "the world"
- Satan
- anything with a "knight" theme (like a VBS)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: [1980s pop/metal band] Def Leppard was the musical influence for this song.
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Jesus Always Wins (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Every kind of team needs a leader
A strong one who knows the game
If you call yourself a believer - Christ is his name
If you want to win when it really counts
You’ve got to choose your side
Don’t waste your time with a man-made faith - Christ be glorified!
The King of Kings is already crowned
The enemy is goin’ down
Jesus I want to play on your team ‘cause you always win
Jesus I want to stay by your side ‘cause you’ve always been
You’re the ever-existing God over everything, so what else could I do but trust in You?
repeat
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"Jesus Always Wins" is a straightforward rock song about Christ's victories over sin, death, Satan, and "the world."
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Steady mid-tempo rock beat with cool guitar riffs and a sing-along chorus.
KEY LYRICS: "You've got to choose your side..." "The enemy is goin' down..."
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- choosing to follow Jesus Christ
- obedience
- the power of God
- other religions (false religions)
- anything with a sports theme (summer camp, VBS)
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The music of [Disney Channel TV show] "Hannah Montana" was an influence for this song.
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Church Friends Are the Best (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Each day I gotta say thanks to Him
Because He has given me some real good friends
I’ve got school friends and I like them – we have fun
And my church friends are the best friends – my favorite ones!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best!
I make new friends now and then, but it’s not the same
‘Cause my church friends are gonna spend forever praising God’s name!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best
Are you gonna be there?
Are you gonna be there?
I’ll be lookin’ for you!
Are you gonna be there?
Are you gonna be there?
I’ll be lookin’ for you!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
To be with my friends again
Church friends are the best – ah yes!
I can’t wait to be with my friends again
Our worship will never end
Church friends are the best
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"Church Friends are the Best" is a jazzy doo-wop song about the joy of having friends at church.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: upbeat drums & bass guitar with happy guitar, piano, and vocals. Very happy-sounding.
KEY LYRIC: “I can’t wait to be with my friends again. Church friends are the best!”
USE IT:
- if you're teaching about unity, love, fellowship, or friendship
- any time you want the kids "unified"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: This song is Rob’s favorite on the album.
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God is Holy; He Is Just (from the CD "Grown-Up Kid")
words & music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi/BMI
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
You’re so big; I’m small
I bring nothing at all
Still I want You to say, “Well done.”
You’re so big; I’m small
I bring nothing at all to the perfect and holy One…
…but still I come…
I come…
God is holy; He is just
He created all things
He is love
He is love
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"God is Holy" is a "mysterious"-sounding song which affirms some of God's attributes: God is holy, just, Creator, and loving.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Somewhat "mysterious"-sounding with sweeping guitars, lots of bass, and pretty background vocals.
KEY LYRIC: “God is holy. He is just. He created all things. He is love…”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- the attributes of God
- God's holiness
- God's power
- God's grace
- man's need for God
- Humility
- Obedience
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The drummer from "The Lion King" stage show played on this song.
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My God (Thank You When I’m Happy) (from the album, “Grown-Up Kid”)
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2012 Rob Biagi Music/BMI
Every day when I arise
I’ll open up my eyes and say, “Good morning to you, God!”
And every moment I’ll remember all the things you’ve done for me
and then I’ll smile and rejoice!
And I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
Every day when I arise
I’ll open up my eyes and say, “Good morning to you, God!”
And every moment I’ll remember all the things you’ve done for me
and then I’ll smile and rejoice!
And I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
I’ll thank You when I’m happy
And I’ll seek You when I’m sad
But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me
You’re always near to me – my God
My God is powerful
My God is glorious
My God is not surprised by anything
So I will sing, and I will dance and I will worship him until he takes me home…!
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"My God (Thank You When I’m Happy)" is a simple song of thanks and worship to God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: simple arrangement with strumming acoustic guitar, piano, and vocals.
This song was recorded in the kids’ vocal key. It is designed to be sung in Kids’ Church.
KEY LYRIC: “I’ll thank You when I’m happy. I’ll seek You when I’m sad. But most of all I’ll trust You always hear me…You’re always near to me – my God.”
USE IT IF YOU'RE TEACHING ABOUT:
- worship
- gratitude to God
- prayer
- seeking God
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