I’m so GRATEFUL to Stryper for bringing me back to Jesus in 1984 after falling down into a downward spiral of drugs and temptations. I am now 40 years clean and sober.
Sobriety is an awesome way to live life and addiction is a dragon worth slaying. One day, one step, one breath. Each day is a victory and a blessing. I never subscribed to any chip reward system trying to get out of the clutches of addiction due to its a false milestone. Only with Christ have I beaten the demons, held back the regrets and learned to plow forward knocking down all those trip wires and triggers. Christ is a powerful ally to have, he is always there, always faithful, and uses all instruments to bring people closer to him. Including rock and roll.
Still there be in just 11 songs on the new album there should be 12 actually making the last song a piano ballad if not better than the 80s because they're like a fine wine to better with age and maybe two bonus tracks as well 1 BNA heavier song turn another track being another ballad no that would be phenomenal
As an on fire new christian, I was a dreamer and listened to Petra night and day until I heard about this Band called Stryper that had a new album out. I heard Come on Rock on Metal shop working a graveyard shift at my gas station job so Me and my friend drove hours to get the last cassette tape of Yellow and Black Attack from berean bible book store. Those were days where we started really believing that we could be like them. Me and my friend started the band Decree and Full Armor and did pretty ok with that for years before I went on to sing for my other favorite CM Band, Barren Cross. I don't believe I have stronger or better memories in my entire life than those of the dream to rock and getting to do so world wide with BC. I never stopped listening to Stryper and y'alls music got me through some sketchie and challenging days. Y'all we're everything (after Jesus of course) to me. This song definitely conjures those very same feelings up once again. I love the heavy and I adore the melodic. I pray for Oz and Bob, Perry and Mike's health and that you all can keep being a blessing for years to come. honestly, you guys have not lost a step. Love you guys, my brothers. Keep your eyes on Jesus y'all. These are those days~
@@lonzojones4428 no reunion. That would be awesome though. They did a festival a couple years ago with Mike, but honestly I dont think the drive is there anymore. No pun intended (michael Drive :)
Hands in the air praising my God! I’m so grateful! I was a lost addict with no hope and he saved me, renewed me, restored me and gave me eternal life! Thank you Stryper for this beautiful jam!
As I listen to this, I am reminded of how much of a unique voice Michael has... been a fan for decades, keep this wonderful ministry alive! Sending love~
@@michaelsweet8158 This song…wow! So many great elements and you do sound amazing! Love this message! When I hear the last line of the chorus “And for the lost and found” it makes me think of my own salvation (once lost, now found)….curious if that is what you are referring to in that lyric, salvation? Keep rocking for Jesus!
Grateful to You, YHWH for granting Stryper a continuing ministry. Give them health & inspiration, keeping their hearts & minds mended to Yours. In Jesus Name.
This band has always been a favorite because I love what they are doing and how they are doing it. They are playing hard rock songs that glorify God and inspire others. Thank you Stryper for yet another inspiring song!
What a Voice and glad he never became a Hollywood Burnout!!! Incredible singer/Guitarist/Writer/Producer and dad!! Oz, Robert, Perry Great job as well.
Stryper sounds even better than they did in the 80s. With all the years of musicianship and how they acquired a higher level skill set over time definitely shows in this album. Rock on STRYPER. Been a fan since 1986.
In some ways, I really agree with you! I’m missing the pop elements of Stryper past! This song is modern and past and heavy, yet “pop”. Fucking love it!!!🎉🔥💪👊😁
Old enough to be around to witness this great band from the start. Their new stuff sounds as good as ever, if not better. Very uplifting in many ways, as we know Stryper can be! Thank you boys!
¡ Wow , estoy escuchando al Stryper de los 80s Saludos y bendiciones desde Mendoza, Argentina .( Wow, I m listening to Stryper from the 80s . Greetings and blessings from Mendoza, Argentina .)
“Grateful” (Verse 1) Before the morning light When worlds are sleeping I see my life And promises I’m keeping With every breath I take I am alive and free Cause my life is what’s it's meant to be (Chorus) I’m so Grateful I built on solid ground For every high & every low And for the lost and found I’m Grateful (Verse 2) In the darkest times When all my hope is gone I find the strength within To face a new dawn And with every trial I see There's lessons to be learned And I’m thankful for the wisdom earned (Chorus) I’m so Grateful That I built on solid ground For every high & every low And for the lost and found Though the stormy skies Will bring the pouring rain I’ll always see the victory And my heart will remain Grateful (Solo) (Chorus) I’m so Grateful I built on solid ground For every high & every low And for the lost and found Though the stormy skies Will bring the pouring rain I’ll always see the victory And my heart will remain Grateful Grateful
Sounds awesome. Been following them for years. It to me seems like you hear more passion in the singing also the guitar 🎸 playing sounds heavenly. Even tho I love all their earlier stuff. I’m wondering though what “When We Were Kings” mean. Praise God for the message and that’s Jesus Christ. Thank you brother Mike and the rest of the band. Blessings to your family and Everyone listening. Keep the Faith no matter what’s going on. Keep Rocking for the Rock who is Jesus Christ. Blessings always 🙏
I can't find a Christian band that plays great music, great lyrics and that actually plays instruments ( guitar) . Thank you for the wonderful music, truly a blessing.
Your voice sound so good. Been listening since I was 14 in 1983 or 84.Saw a news report about your band and they were showing soldiers under command. I was like what is this. I have got to get their album and have been with all of you since then. God Bless and Oz is in my prayers.
His voice is incredible, I can't imagine how vocal work he should be doing. Awesome !! So inspiring. Love Lyrics and of course LOVE CHRIST UNITY AND COMPASSION MESSAGES.
Very catchy, very '80s! Love it!,.. I love the groove, this should bring some of the Ladie Heavy Metellers back. Let's go ladies''.. You know darn well in the '80s. This would have been a big hit!
What an amazing song. This album is going to be outstanding. Definitely a melodic throwback to the 80’s. Can’t wait for the rest of the album to drop…..
Grateful to the band for your witness in the metal scene.Fearless and well able to achieve 21 albums. No reason why that could not be 25. Looking forward to a World Tour with the UK in there.
Amazing! You guys just keep getting better and better - love the sound of all 3 aongs that were released. God Bless you for making awesome music with such positive messgaes and gor honoring our Lord and Savior - Jesus Christ!
I'll be at the Greenville show a few days before the new album releases. I really hope you work this into the second set because it is in my top 3 of the newer material. Can't wait for the full album and to see you guys live.
Song is AMAZING! Definitely hints of old mixed with just a TAD modern. So great! THIS is gonna be the album that will dethrone my 2 favorite Stryper albums. It seems to have something for everyone!! 💛🖤💛🖤🐝🐝
I’m so GRATEFUL to Stryper for bringing me back to Jesus in 1984 after falling down into a downward spiral of drugs and temptations. I am now 40 years clean and sober.
🤘🙏
Sobriety is an awesome way to live life and addiction is a dragon worth slaying. One day, one step, one breath. Each day is a victory and a blessing. I never subscribed to any chip reward system trying to get out of the clutches of addiction due to its a false milestone. Only with Christ have I beaten the demons, held back the regrets and learned to plow forward knocking down all those trip wires and triggers. Christ is a powerful ally to have, he is always there, always faithful, and uses all instruments to bring people closer to him. Including rock and roll.
Michael, sounds just as good today as he did in the 80s !!!
Oh yeah, then there is Sebastian Bach. Lol
He really does sound amazing.
Still there be in just 11 songs on the new album there should be 12 actually making the last song a piano ballad if not better than the 80s because they're like a fine wine to better with age and maybe two bonus tracks as well 1 BNA heavier song turn another track being another ballad no that would be phenomenal
God's Gift
Mike said this album was gonna be more melodic and a throwback to the 80s... he's proving it with this song
Rock n Roll ... Stryper.
As an on fire new christian, I was a dreamer and listened to Petra night and day until I heard about this Band called Stryper that had a new album out. I heard Come on Rock on Metal shop working a graveyard shift at my gas station job so Me and my friend drove hours to get the last cassette tape of Yellow and Black Attack from berean bible book store. Those were days where we started really believing that we could be like them. Me and my friend started the band Decree and Full Armor and did pretty ok with that for years before I went on to sing for my other favorite CM Band, Barren Cross. I don't believe I have stronger or better memories in my entire life than those of the dream to rock and getting to do so world wide with BC. I never stopped listening to Stryper and y'alls music got me through some sketchie and challenging days. Y'all we're everything (after Jesus of course) to me. This song definitely conjures those very same feelings up once again. I love the heavy and I adore the melodic. I pray for Oz and Bob, Perry and Mike's health and that you all can keep being a blessing for years to come. honestly, you guys have not lost a step. Love you guys, my brothers. Keep your eyes on Jesus y'all. These are those days~
Barren cross was a really good band that i use to play on my Radio show in Chicago along with Stryper!! Any talk of a reunion with you guys?
@@lonzojones4428 no reunion. That would be awesome though. They did a festival a couple years ago with Mike, but honestly I dont think the drive is there anymore. No pun intended (michael Drive :)
Hands in the air praising my God! I’m so grateful! I was a lost addict with no hope and he saved me, renewed me, restored me and gave me eternal life! Thank you Stryper for this beautiful jam!
Prayers for stryper that God will always protect them
So Grateful here too. We love you Uncle Oz. Continuing to lift you in prayer.
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What’s wrong with Uncle Oz?
@@andrewgieseler8052 He is undergoing chemo at this time.
HE HAD another brain surgery a few weeks ago. @@andrewgieseler8052
He has had several surgeries to his brain to take a tumor out. @@andrewgieseler8052
Absolutely one of the best Stryper songs EVER!!!!! ❤️🙏🎸🎤🥁🎶
Now this is how STRYPER should sound!
Best heavy metal band in the world baby
Dang this is good!! The new “Calling on You”. 80’s nostalgia!
Calling on you has always been my favorite I would to see them make a video like that.
Reminds me of the song Beautiful off of GDE.
@@SouthernSkepticgood call
As I listen to this, I am reminded of how much of a unique voice Michael has... been a fan for decades, keep this wonderful ministry alive! Sending love~
🙏🙏
@@michaelsweet8158 This song…wow! So many great elements and you do sound amazing!
Love this message! When I hear the last line of the chorus “And for the lost and found” it makes me think of my own salvation (once lost, now found)….curious if that is what you are referring to in that lyric, salvation?
Keep rocking for Jesus!
Its amazing how Michael Sweets voice is still as great as it was 40 years ago.
Stryper is like a fine wine, they getting better with age.
Micheal sounds Incredible.
Never any fluff or filler with these guys. It’s one good song after another.
That chorus, those background vocals 😮 OH and how about Michael’s voice. So clear and always so full of passion when he sings. Superb ballad! 👌🏻👏
Excellent album, very melodic and spiritual, Stryper back to the roots.
Grateful to You, YHWH for granting Stryper a continuing ministry. Give them health & inspiration, keeping their hearts & minds mended to Yours. In Jesus Name.
Rockin' it better than ever! The kings of Christian Metal! STRYPER FOREVER 🖤💛
Excellent track. Its gets better with each play.
This band has always been a favorite because I love what they are doing and how they are doing it. They are playing hard rock songs that glorify God and inspire others. Thank you Stryper for yet another inspiring song!
Praise God I'm grateful the Lord has saved me and set me free
What a Voice and glad he never became a Hollywood Burnout!!! Incredible singer/Guitarist/Writer/Producer and dad!! Oz, Robert, Perry Great job as well.
Been a fan since 1986. Love this album and song
40 years still putting out songs that gives me goose bumps and a tear 🥺absolutley amazing song.🙏
Stryper sounds even better than they did in the 80s. With all the years of musicianship and how they acquired a higher level skill set over time definitely shows in this album. Rock on STRYPER. Been a fan since 1986.
Stryper finally getting back to what made them great!! This is the first album in decades Im looking forward to!!
In some ways, I really agree with you! I’m missing the pop elements of Stryper past! This song is modern and past and heavy, yet “pop”. Fucking love it!!!🎉🔥💪👊😁
You don't like murder by pride?
This is a great tune!
This one deserves a video!!!
Yet another classic Stryper ballad.
So glad they are still making music! Michael's pipes are iconic! One of the best in rock.
Old enough to be around to witness this great band from the start. Their new stuff sounds as good as ever, if not better. Very uplifting in many ways, as we know Stryper can be! Thank you boys!
Me too!!! They are fantastic.
Of the 11 songs this is my favorite grateful that God sent his son Jesus for our sins
We are truly blessed to realize our need for God. Praise the Lord.
Love this song!! Amazing work Strrper! :) Calls back to the 80's, with its strong melody and catchy chorus. This album is already a winner!
¡ Wow , estoy escuchando al Stryper de los 80s Saludos y bendiciones desde Mendoza, Argentina .( Wow, I m listening to Stryper from the 80s . Greetings and blessings from Mendoza, Argentina .)
Beautiful..michael is current and timeless..never disappoints..love it❤
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“Grateful”
(Verse 1)
Before the morning light
When worlds are sleeping
I see my life
And promises I’m keeping
With every breath I take
I am alive and free
Cause my life is what’s it's meant to be
(Chorus)
I’m so Grateful
I built on solid ground
For every high & every low
And for the lost and found
I’m Grateful
(Verse 2)
In the darkest times
When all my hope is gone
I find the strength within
To face a new dawn
And with every trial I see
There's lessons to be learned
And I’m thankful for the wisdom earned
(Chorus)
I’m so Grateful
That I built on solid ground
For every high & every low
And for the lost and found
Though the stormy skies
Will bring the pouring rain
I’ll always see the victory
And my heart will remain
Grateful
(Solo)
(Chorus)
I’m so Grateful
I built on solid ground
For every high & every low
And for the lost and found
Though the stormy skies Will bring the pouring rain
I’ll always see the victory
And my heart will remain
Grateful
Grateful
There’s definitely something to be said for clean living. The guys sound great!
TWO new songs today! AWESOME! Thank you for your music and the message it sends and the joy it brings 🙏✝
What's the other new single
@@richkurzweil6982 Loves Symphony
@@Lauriemom9705 Thank you
Awesome!! Back to the Stryper sound that's been missing! Absolutely love it!! ❤
Very grateful to STRYPER ...
STRYPER FAMILY FOREVER...
I am so GRATEFUL to have Stryper in my life. Thank you guys!
Thanks Stryper, this song arrives at the right moment
Oh my God just listened to the new CD by stryper when we were kings it is awesome it rocks hard these guys greatest heavy metal and ever
Sounds awesome. Been following them for years. It to me seems like you hear more passion in the singing also the guitar 🎸 playing sounds heavenly. Even tho I love all their earlier stuff. I’m wondering though what “When We Were Kings” mean. Praise God for the message and that’s Jesus Christ. Thank you brother Mike and the rest of the band. Blessings to your family and Everyone listening. Keep the Faith no matter what’s going on. Keep Rocking for the Rock who is Jesus Christ. Blessings always 🙏
I love this song 🎶 ❤ God is our “bulwark.” ✝️
one of my favorite songs from the album!
I can't find a Christian band that plays great music, great lyrics and that actually plays instruments ( guitar) . Thank you for the wonderful music, truly a blessing.
Holy Soldier, The Brave, Fear Not and Bloodgood for starters
Thank you, I also just discovered Whitecross
Check out Theocracy - I A Great band and I am is a great introductory song
@@RubenFlores-o9i i definitely should have mentioned them… Forgive me Rex Carrol..😜
Third Day
Excelente me enamoré de su música en los ochenta, es una bendición que compartan su inspiración
Grateful for dis life dat someone merely gave to me!! 😇
Your voice sound so good. Been listening since I was 14 in 1983 or 84.Saw a news report about your band and they were showing soldiers under command. I was like what is this. I have got to get their album and have been with all of you since then. God Bless and Oz is in my prayers.
Awesome song writers; God keeps blessing with great songs and music.
No Autotune needed for Michael!
His voice is incredible, I can't imagine how vocal work he should be doing. Awesome !! So inspiring.
Love Lyrics and of course LOVE CHRIST UNITY AND COMPASSION MESSAGES.
Yeah no doubt one of the best stryper songs
Wow.Im speechless.Your home run..Melodic
Wow..nice ..always a great band since the 80s ..of course..im greatful..amen God bless them ..peace..
I'm speechless, this song is one of the kind. Love the album so much, thank you guys, thank you michael for all these years making great music
I absolutely LOVE everything released from this album so far!! I can’t wait to get the album!
Felicitaciones una gran Obra Maestra. Stryper Grandiosos !! Michael suena increible. Saludos desde la Ciudad de México. 🙏❤️🇲🇽
Very catchy, very '80s! Love it!,.. I love the groove, this should bring some of the Ladie Heavy Metellers back. Let's go ladies''.. You know darn well in the '80s. This would have been a big hit!
What an amazing song. This album is going to be outstanding. Definitely a melodic throwback to the 80’s. Can’t wait for the rest of the album to drop…..
This is a fantastic song.
Absolutely beautiful song and so uplifting in times such as this. Salute to you Stryper
Love it, sound like the 90s.
Yes! Grateful for all Jesus has done for me too.
a song of thankfulness to God! Love it!
Giving me 80s Stryper vibes and I love it!!!
Michael, your music always puts me in a good mood. Bravo!
Excelente canción. Me gustó.. Ojalá el álbum completo sea así de bueno.
Thank you guys for helping me turn another page of healing with this song! Much love to you guys!❤
This song sounds like it came straight out of "In God We Trust" album. Stryper is the true kings of Metal❤❤❤
That has an In God We trust vibe. I like it
Numero Uno!!!!!!!!!
Grateful to the band for your witness in the metal scene.Fearless and well able to achieve 21 albums. No reason why that could not be 25. Looking forward to a World Tour with the UK in there.
FOREVER GREATFUL 💛🖤 for Stryper leading us to our KING !!!!
Idk how they do it!! Put out even better music than the last!! But TY God for them!!
It's not just the Jesus factor! They kick ass as a metal band!!!
I love this one!
THIS is excellent!!!
Amazing artwork cover. Can’t wait for the vinyl Edition. Majestic 🤘🏻😊
this song should hit big!
Really Great! YOU Were And You Are The Kings!
The greatest band ever stryperpraisre god
Amazing! You guys just keep getting better and better - love the sound of all 3 aongs that were released. God Bless you for making awesome music with such positive messgaes and gor honoring our Lord and Savior - Jesus Christ!
This is Stryper!!!
Has a calling on you vibe more mellow and love it
Wow!!! So good!! The best of the old style and the new together.
wow finally "Calling on you" part 2 this song brings it full circle. this album is gonna be amazing I feel it ....
I'll be at the Greenville show a few days before the new album releases. I really hope you work this into the second set because it is in my top 3 of the newer material. Can't wait for the full album and to see you guys live.
Wow, this is so brilliant. Nice to see stryper back
What a great song!
Reminds me of the late 80s/early 90s! 🎶🥳
Brothers it sounds amazing! Thank you for making it for us.
oh my goodness! yall crushed this song! fantastic!
Song is AMAZING! Definitely hints of old mixed with just a TAD modern. So great! THIS is gonna be the album that will dethrone my 2 favorite Stryper albums. It seems to have something for everyone!! 💛🖤💛🖤🐝🐝
Great song powerful sound is great 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Beautiful ballad.👌🏼
Loving the guitar tone on the new album!
This is my new favorite song! 🙏🥰
Fantastic song! Very encouraging.
Gran canción que nos remonta un poco a la nostalgia de los 80...
Wow this is such a great song