Religious Song Hits
68Religious Songs Hit the Pop Charts
Over the years, some religious songs have crossed over and made the pop charts. Other religious songs started out as spiritual pop songs that became hits. There are more than you probably think. And there are many more religious song hits on the pop charts than mentioned here. If you can think of some religious song hits to add, let me know in the comments below.
Come Sail Away by Styx
Religious Song Hits - Come Sail Away by Styx
This classic pop rock song isn't a religious song per se, but it does have Biblical references in it.
The Biblical based lyrics are A gathering of angels appeared above my head. They sang to me this song of hope, and this is what they said." Later in the song, "I thought that they were angels, but much to my surprise, they climbed aboard their starship and headed for the skies."
These lyrics allude to Ezekiel 1:1-28 which speaks of a large wheel appearing to Ezekiel that gives Ezekiel commands from God.
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He's Got the Whole World in His Hands by Laurie London
This spiritual song made it into the pop charts in 1958. It was sung by Laurie London and made #1 on the song list of Most Played by Jockeys.
Put Your Hand in the Hand by Ocean
Put Your Hand in the Hand - Ocean
I was surprised to learn that this religious pop song didn't make the Top 100 song charts. I remember hearing it often on the radio in the 70s. It was released by the band Ocean. The song was the 22nd top selling song of 1971. Others who covered the song include Elvis Presley, Anne Murray, and Joan Baez.
Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin Video
Religious Song Hits - Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin
This is another song that isn't a crossover, but definitely has a spiritual tone. Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin is Led Zeppelin's most recognized song and one of the most popular songs of all time. The song deals with a wealthy, greedy woman. She finally realizes that her life is empty and money will not get her into heaven.
It was never released as a single in the United States, but it is the most requested song on FM radio of all time in the United States, as well as the most played song. The song is 8 minutes long. Rolling Stone magazine lists "Stairway to Heaven" as #31 on the list of 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
One of Us by Joan Osborne Video
Religious Song Hits - One of Us by Joan Osborne
One of Us is a song sung by Joan Osborne and written by Eric Bazilian. Most people call the name of the song "What If God Was One of Us". The single was released in 1995 and hit #4 on the Billboard song charts. Joan was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance with the song. It was used as the theme song for the television show, "Joan of Arcadia". Dr. Evil sings the song in "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me".
From a Distance by Bette Midler
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Bonnie, The song is From a Distance by Bette Midler. Thanks so much for suggesting it. It had completely slipped my mind. I have added it to my religious song hits videos now.
Very good hub.
Let's Go Crazy by Prince is also about God.
"If the elevator tries to break down, punch a higher floor."
i like the song because it is related to god
god is like the father of all people in the universe
What about "Turn, turn, turn" by The Byrds, almost word for word from The Bible (Ecclesiastses 3: 1-8)
I LOVE THESE SONGS!
A newer song from Fergie (Black Eyed Peas singer) is Finally and it is an awesome song about finding God
PLEASE LORD HELP US!!!!!
Also Religious song: SIDO- DANKE, BASS SULTAN HENGST- SEELENFRIEDEN & i love HERE COMES THE SUN- BEATLES, THE FRAY- YOU FOUND ME
pls.containue preaching the word of God,by putting any kinds of Religious songs here so that our world will be prepared in the very near soon second coming of our savior,the Infinite GoD,and pls.share more about what you've know about Him!Thank you god bless!!you all!And see you there in heaven Some day!
Thanks for the songs you shared. Would like to share mine - when i feel the burden, i listen to this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPhEJf5V5YQ
God bless.
Todd Rundgren's "Can't stop running"....talks about running into the arms of my God.
Also, "My Sweet Lord" by George Harrison is a pretty religious song.
"Hands" and "Whp will save your soul"by Jewel. We are God's hands..we are God's eyes.
Counting Blue cars by Dishwalla
Higher by Creed
Great hub - I love songs of both religious and irreligious theme, very well done...
Spirit in the sky
bob dylan changing of the guards
Jesus Chris Superstar. Let It Be. Day by Day (Godspell)
my wish
i don't like the songs it sounds good but the meaning is not suited to the reality... please know first the meaning before choosing the songs...k.
LOOKING FOR THE SONG "LIFT ME UP LORD. DELETED MINE BY MISTAKE.
"40" by U2
Rivers of Babylon - Boney M
Speak to the Sky - Rick Spingfield
Free the People - Sherbert (Aussie 70's Band)
tang ena mo
Good afternoon, I'm trying to find words and music to a song by robert carrol:titled One Pair of Hands.i WOULD LOVE TO HAVE THE WORDS AND MUSIC BY HIM AND ALSO THE ACCOMPANYMENT IN 3 OCTAVES BACKGROUND SO I COULD SING IT
ONE SUNDAY IN MY CHURCH. IS IT AVAILABLE TO YOUR KNOWLEDGE? LEON PIACUN 757 496 8064 luckyyugo121@verizon.net
Bless you
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"Higher" by Creed
i'm looking for the song" PERSON"some lyrics i remember...Persons are gift from God to me,,do i accept so ........
jesus walks by kanye west
how about Sister Christian?
Bonnie Ramsey 4 years ago
Interesting hub! I love all of these. Another one I love is by Bette Midler called God is Watching us. I can't wait to see all of the songs that will appear here thanks to this hub! Great job!
Bonnie
Come to think of it, the name of this one may be From a Distance. Not sure. Maybe someone can help me out on exact name.