How Excellent is Your Name? The Chicago Mass Choir Makes You Want to Shout It From the Rooftops (But Maybe Not Literally)
Let's face it, folks, sometimes gospel music gets a bad rap. Stuff y'all can't understand, choirs wailing like they stepped on a Lego, the whole shebang. But then there's the Chicago Mass Choir, and their song "How Excellent is Your Name", which is basically a soul food buffet for your ears.
This ain't your grandma's hymns, though. This is a full-on, fist-pumping, hallelujah-inducing celebration of, well, how excellent God's name is. It's like they took the power of a thousand high fives and channeled it into a musical masterpiece.
Breaking Down the Excellence: A Deep Dive (Kind Of)
The lyrics are simple, but oh so powerful. We're talking a whole lot of "How excellent is your name, oh Lord!" It's repetitive, sure, but in the best way possible. It's like that song that gets stuck in your head, but instead of being an earworm, it's a full-on gospel choir taking up residence in your brain.
But here's the thing: it's not boring! The way the choir delivers those lines, the crescendo, the sheer joy that pours out of their voices - it's infectious. You can't help but want to belt it out yourself, even if the only thing you can remember is "excellent" and a vague melody.
Warning: Side Effects of Listening to "How Excellent is Your Name" May Include:
- The uncontrollable urge to do a happy dance (air guitar optional).
- Sudden bursts of hallelujahs at inappropriate moments (grocery store checkout lines, work meetings, that awkward silence on the elevator).
- An overwhelming sense of peace and well-being (or at least a serious case of the warm fuzzies).
Final Verdict: How Excellent is "How Excellent is Your Name"?
Extremely Excellent. This song is a gospel choir hug for your soul. It's uplifting, it's joyful, and it'll leave you wanting to shout the praises of, well, pretty much anything. So crank up the volume, grab your imaginary tambourine, and let the Chicago Mass Choir show you just how excellent a name can be.
