Captivated

Nicole C. Mullen | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 3, 2011)
• Original Release Date: 2011
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Maranatha
• ASIN: B004TF3HUM
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,997 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Holy Captivated

2. I Can Do (P413)

3. I Need You (As The Deer) (feat. Chris August)

4. Kingdom Come (feat. Michael O'Brien)

5. My Shepherd

6. Forgive Me

7. Lead Me (feat. The Katinas)

8. My Tribute/Redeemer (Medley)

9. A Song For You

10. I'll Praise Your Holy Name

11. Holy Captivated (Extended Mix)

12. I Can Do (P413) (Extended Mix)

13. I Need You (As The Deer) (Extended Mix) (feat. Chris August)

Editorial Reviews

Her songs are unforgettable, crafted with rare insight and sensitivity into the journey of faith. Her artistry as a performer is inspiring. The authenticity and lyrical depth she radiates during her concerts draws her audience in and connects her with them at the deepest of spiritual levels.

Nicole C. Mullen, at her core, is a communicator...and a worshipper.

On her first new CD in 3 years and her first ever worship recording, entitled Captivated, Nicole invites us to listen in on her most intimate conversations with her creator. The songs on Captivated reflect back and model how our heavenly father uses the Lord's Prayer to teach us how to pray.

Produced by Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe, David Crowder Band, Matthew West), Captivated features a who's who of some of Christian music's most talented musicians and singers including Chris Rodriguez and Dan Needham. Along with this stellar team, Nicole's mellifluous voice and signature lyrical gift come together to paint a contemporary pop canvas of worship sure to captivate fans and friends across the country and around the world.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Godly and Worshipful "Captivation", May 3, 2011

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Timothy Yap "thy4568" (Sydney, NSW, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Captivated (Audio CD)

Prime Cuts: I Need You (As the Deer), Forgive Me, A Song for You

What makes a good worship album? First, a worship album needs to evoke the majesty and beauty of Christ in such an affecting way that one cannot help but be captivated to want to be changed by such sheer holiness. Second, a worship disc needs to have a bracing singsong lilt in the melodic structures so that it can draw the listener and/or congregation into the worshipful atmosphere with ease and relish. Such qualities thankful are hallmarks of Mullen's first ever worship album "Captivated." Though Mullen has been a seven time Dove Award winner and a twice Grammy Nominee, this is still her first album with songs directed primarily to the Almighty. Honestly, this is also her best album to date. Relative to previous efforts, this finds her in a more chameleonic mode where she shuffles between various styles (funk, balladry, pop, and even reggae) making the whole worship experience more iridescent. Responsible for such a change is the employment of Ed Cash (Kari Jobe, Matthew West and Chris Tomblin) as the producer of this project. Cash certainly brings in an air of refreshment to the songs inhabiting each with individual identity and vim.

The best among the bunch are the ones where Mullen takes a dive for the heart. The baleful ballad "Forgive Me" finds Mullen in confessional mode before Christ that is just pricelessly beautiful. Also, giving the timeless Psalm 42 a new spin, "I Need You (As the Deer)" is a newly composed worship tune by Mullen that bares all the marks for a future worship staple. Rich in Biblical truth, supernal in its melody and performed with a heartfelt lilt, "I Need You (As the Deer)" is just a worship experience in itself. Written when she was only 12, "I'll Praise Your Holy Name" was the first ever song composed by Mullen. Nevertheless, it is still a delightful testimonial worship anthem that belies the youthfulness of Mullen when she penned this ballad. "A Song for You," not the old Leon Russell song, is a Mullen original where she bares her soul in a love song directed to Jesus. Listen especially to how producer Ed Cash beautifully weaves the strings and piano into the narrative of this divine love exchange.

Veering off from the slower tempo is the slinky funk of "I Can Do." With touches of Luther Vandross-like soul and a call out chorus, "I Can Do" is a thumping Gospel stomp. Mullen does take a surprising sidestep into reggae as she finds herself dueting with Papa Son on "My Shepherd." While the title cut "Captivated" is a mid-tempo slice of pop with an irresistible hook that makes you want to sing along in no time. Lead single "Kingdom Come" takes on the issue of floods, famines and earthly disasters head-on as Mullen echoes our earth's cry for God to return. Congregations would serve God's truth a great service if this worship anthem were to make it to the worship times of churches.

"Captivated" indeed is aptly titled. This is truly a record that captures the beauty of God grounded in Scriptural truth and performed with dint of sheer honesty and heartfelt love towards Jesus. Furthermore, the strong melodies and the variety of styles make the worship experience even more alluring and attractive. "Captivated" indeed has captured the heart of worship.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another hit for Nicole!, August 25, 2011

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Kathleen Ordiway (NIAGARA FALLS, NY, US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Captivated (Audio CD)

Every song on this CD brings me closer to God. Nicole C Mullen has been my favorite artist for years and I was thrilled to finally see her new CD out. It is well worth the wait - beautiful!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Music!!, May 17, 2011

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Martha J. Hicks "Martha Hicks" (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Captivated (Audio CD)

I received this CD as a Mother's Day gift, and my whole family is greatly enjoying this set of beautiful and worshipful songs! Nicole Mullen has a gorgeous voice and great musical talent. The song "Kingdom Come" is a total masterpiece. Some of my other favorites include "Forgive Me" and "I Need You." Miraculously, the CD has earned the respect of my teen-aged kids who are very, very critical about music but admit that they like this CD. I have especially loved playing "Kingdom Come" and "Forgive Me" in the car as I take my teenagers to school in the morning because I can see that they are really listening, and it gives them the right perspective of heart and mind to start the day... enhancing their relationship with God. Thank you, Nicole!