God is Not a Secret
Newsboys · Take Me to Your Leader [1996]
this is not what you think it is
You don't get it, man
you want to boil it down to show biz
Your in-depth research shows:
drop the God, emphasize the beat
I've heard that positive pop you dig--
I'd rather be buried in wet concrete
Take back your free advice
I don't accept
I will not play those games
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
You don't understand
I'm not talking multiple choice
You don't get it, man
if the cross offends you, find another voice
I am not running for office here
I won't keep it purposefully vague
I've heard New Age Life-force trip
I'd rather be dipped in bubonic plague
Take back your free advice
I don't accept
I will not play those games
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
If we keep silent
If we mass defect
These very rocks will scream
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
And would I wash my hands again?
Would I deny my savior when
he hung inside the public square?
Did not my silence put him there?
God is Not a Secret
Released in 1996 on the album Take Me to Your Leader, God is Not a Secret stands as a defining track in the Newsboys' early catalog. During this era, the band solidified their reputation for blending upbeat rock rhythms with earnest Christian themes. The recording captures the group's signature energetic sound, characterized by driving guitars and anthemic choruses that became staples of their live performances. As part of a cohesive album that also featured tracks like Cup O' Tea and It's All Who You Know, the song reflects the band's commitment to accessible, faith-based rock music. This work remains a significant song in their discography, showcasing the musical direction that helped establish their long-standing influence within the genre.