Friends In High Places

Hillsong United · Shout to the Lord 2000 [1999]

Well I was in need and I needed a friend

I was alone and I needed a hand

I was going down

But someone rescued me

Chorus:

My God cares too much to say

His mercies are new everyday

I get down to pray

And then help is on its way

I walk by faith and not by sight

If things go wrong, it'll be alright

'Cause someone greater

Is watching over me

(Chorus)

Now in faith, I believe

I've got everything I need

I walk by faith and not by what I see

I've got friends in high places

I've got someone I can call

And I've got someone watching over me

Friends In High Places

Released in 1999 on the album Shout to the Lord 2000, Hillsong United's 'Friends In High Places' stands as a defining track of the modern worship genre. The song captures the collective spirit of contemporary Christian music, blending acoustic guitar and piano with soaring vocals to create an atmosphere of intimate celebration. As a staple of the Hillsong catalogue, it reflects the group's signature style of blending traditional hymnody with contemporary production techniques. The recording has become a foundational piece in the evolution of church music, frequently performed at major events and influencing countless subsequent artists in the genre. Its enduring popularity speaks to its ability to convey themes of fellowship and spiritual elevation without relying on specific lyrical interpretation.