Hear Our Praises
Hillsong United · Shout to the Lord 2000 [1999]
may our streets be filled with joy.
may injustice bow to Jesus
as the people turn to pray.
from the mountains to the valleys
hear our praises rise to You,
from the heavens to the nations
hear our singing fill the air.
may Your light shine in the darkness
as we walk before the cross
may Your glory fill the whole earth
as the water o'er seas.
from the mountains to the valleys
hear our praises rise to You,
from the heavens to the nations
hear our singing fill the air.
hallelujah.hallelujah
hallelujah,hallelujah...
hallelujah,hallelujah
hallelujah,hallelujah.......(x3)
from the mountains to the valleys
hear our praises rise to You,
from the heavens to the nations
hear our singing fill the air."
About Hear Our Praises
"Hear Our Praises" by Hillsong United serves as a cornerstone of the Australian contemporary worship movement, released on their 1999 album *Shout to the Lord*. This track exemplifies the genre's shift toward emotive, congregational singing that blends acoustic instrumentation with powerful vocal harmonies. As part of the band's early discography, the song reflects the era's focus on intimate yet expansive praise, encouraging listeners to engage in collective spiritual expression. The recording captures the raw energy characteristic of Hillsong's initial years, establishing a template for modern church music that prioritizes lyrical clarity and melodic accessibility. Its enduring presence in worship sets lists underscores its role as a foundational piece in the catalog of influential Christian rock and praise music.