Chain Breaker
Zach Williams
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If you’ve been walking the same old road for miles and miles If you’ve been hearing the same old voice tell the same old lies If you’re trying to feel the same old holes inside There’s a better life There’s a better life If you’ve got pain He’s a pain taker If you feel lost He’s a way maker If you need freedom or saving He’s a prison-shaking Savior If you’ve got chains He’s a chain breaker We’ve all search for the light of day in the dead of night We’ve all found ourselves worn out from the same old fight We’ve all run to things we know just ain’t right And there’s a better life There’s a better life If you’ve got pain He’s a pain taker If you feel lost He’s a way maker If you need freedom or saving He’s a prison-shaking Savior If you’ve got chains He’s a chain breaker If you believe it If you receive it If you can feel it Somebody testify If you believe it If you receive it If you can feel it Somebody testify, testify If you believe it If you receive it If you can feel it Somebody testify If you’ve got pain He’s a pain taker If you feel lost He’s a way maker If you need freedom or saving He’s a prison-shaking Savior If you’ve got chains He’s a chain breaker If you need freedom or saving He’s a prison-shaking Savior If you’ve got chains He’s a chain breaker
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Written by: Jonathan Lindley Smith, Mia Fieldes, Zach Williams
Lyrics © ESSENTIAL MUSIC PUBLISHING
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20 facts about this song
Song Inspiration"Chain Breaker" was inspired by Zach Williams' personal journey of transformation from a life of drugs and rock and roll to becoming a follower of Christ.
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SongwritingThe song was co-written by Zach Williams, Jonathan Smith, and Mia Fieldes.
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Release Date"Chain Breaker" was released as a single by Provident Label Group LLC on June 17, 2016.
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Chart PerformanceThe song hit No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Airplay and Hot Christian Songs charts.
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Grammy Nod"Chain Breaker" received a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song in 2018.
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Album DebutThe song "Chain Breaker" is the title track of Zach Williams' first full-length studio album.
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Crossover SuccessApart from Christian charts, the song also crossed over and made it on to the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.
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Concert Staple"Chain Breaker" has become a popular staple at Zach Williams' concerts, often bringing the crowd to their feet.
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Story BehindThe song is a testimony of Zach's life, detailing how he broke free from his chains of despair and addiction through faith.
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Broadcast ReachThe music video for "Chain Breaker" was uploaded on YouTube in November 2016 and has since garnered millions of views.
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Cover VersionsNumerous musicians have covered "Chain Breaker," including the popular gospel group Gaither Vocal Band.
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Song DurationThe running time of "Chain Breaker" is 3 minutes and 16 seconds.
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Recording StudiosThe song was recorded at Sound Stage Studios and Warner Bros. Sound in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Certification"Chain Breaker" received a Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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LabelThe song was released under the record label Essential Records.
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Live PerformanceThe first live performance of "Chain Breaker" was on March 8, 2017, in Calgary, Canada.
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GenreThe song is categorized under the Christian Rock and Contemporary Christian genre.
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Musical Style"Chain Breaker" has a distinct southern rock feel, combined with powerful, gospel-inspired vocals.
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Critical ReceptionThe song’s music and lyrics have received positive reviews from music critics.
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Impact on Listeners"Chain Breaker" has touched many due to its relatable lyrics about finding hope and freedom in faith.
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