Courageous

Casting Crowns

About Courageous

"Courageous" is a song by contemporary Christian music band Casting Crowns, released by Beach Street Records, Reunion Records, and Provident Label Group. Written by Mark Hall and Matthew West and produced by Mark A. Miller, it was released on July 19, 2011 as the first single from the band's 2011 album Come to the Well. Hall has said the inspiration for the song was at the National Day of Prayer breakfast in 2008. A rock, pop rock and soft rock song, it calls fathers to be better spiritual leaders. "Courageous" was received positively by critics, many of whom praised the song as one of the best off of Come to the Well. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs and Christian AC Indicator charts and also peaked inside the top five on the Hot Christian Songs, Christian CHR, and Soft AC/Inspirational charts. It peaked at number four on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, which measures the top twenty-five singles that have not entered the Billboard Hot 100, and number sixteen on the Heatseekers Songs chart. 


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2011
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We were made to be courageous
We were made to lead the way
We could be the generation
That finally breaks the chains
We were made to be courageous
We were made to be courageous

We were warriors on the front lines
Standing, unafraid
But now we're watchers on the sidelines
While our families slip away

Where are you, men of courage?
You were made for so much more
Let the pounding of our hearts cry
We will serve the Lord

We were made to be courageous
And we're taking back the fight
We were made to be courageous
And it starts with us tonight

The only way we'll ever stand
Is on our knees with lifted hands
Make us courageous
Lord, make us courageous

This is our resolution
Our answer to the call
We will love our wives and children
We refuse to let them fall

We will reignite the passion
That we buried deep inside
May the watchers become warriors
Let the men of God arise

We were made to be courageous
And we're taking back the fight
We were made to be courageous
And it starts with us tonight

The only way we'll ever stand
Is on our knees with lifted hands
Make us courageous
Lord, make us courageous

Seek justice
Love mercy
Walk humbly with your God

In the war of the mind
I will make my stand
In the battle of the heart
And the battle of the hand

In the war of the mind
I will make my stand
In the battle of the heart
And the battle of the hand

We were made to be courageous
And we're taking back the fight
We were made to be courageous
And it starts with us tonight

The only way we'll ever stand
Is on our knees with lifted hands
Make us courageous
Lord, make us courageous

We were made to be courageous
Lord, make us courageous

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Casting Crowns

Casting Crowns is a contemporary Christian and Christian rock band started in 1999 by youth pastor Mark Hall, who serves as the band's lead vocalist, at First Baptist Church in Downtown Daytona Beach, Florida as part of a youth group. They later moved to Stockbridge, Georgia and more members joined. Some members of the band currently work as ministers for Eagles Landing First Baptist Church in Stockbridge, Georgia. The band has won Grammy and Dove Awards. more »

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Written by: JOHN MARK HALL, MATTHEW WEST

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10 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Courageous" is a song by the contemporary Christian music band Casting Crowns from their 2011 album 'Come to the Well.'
Inspired by Film
The song was written for the Christian drama film 'Courageous,' focusing on the theme of fatherhood and the responsibilities of men in the family.
Chart Success
Upon release, "Courageous" reached number one on the Billboard Christian Songs chart.
Band Members
Damaging hearing conditions of lead vocalist and songwriter, Mark Hall, and cancer diagnosis of band member, Hector Cervantes, imparted extra significance to the song’s title.
Theme
The lyrics "We were made to be courageous and we're taking back the fight" convey the song’s central theme of rising up to meet life's challenges.
Musical Elements
Musically, 'Courageous' blends the genres of Christian pop and rock, and is known for its catchy hook and inspiring lyrics.
Popular Culture
In addition to being featured in the film 'Courageous,' the song has also been used frequently in Christian youth groups and radio broadcasts.
Sales Achievement
Upon its release, the song sold more than 79,000 digital downloads, making it one of the top-selling Christian songs of 2011.
Critical Reviews
"Courageous" was widely praised by music critics for its uplifting lyrics and catchy melody.
Band's Discography
"Courageous" is one of the most successful songs by Casting Crowns and has become a highlight of their discography.

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