Holy Holy Holy

Crystal Lewis | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 1, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Metro One
• ASIN: B00006JOET
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #78,324 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Holy, Holy, Holy,

2. His Eye Is on the Sparrow

3. Wisdom of Tenderness

4. O' Happy Day

5. O' How I Love Jesus

6. Great Is Thy Faithfulness

7. Holy, Holy, Holy, Pt. 2

8. There Is a Fountain

9. When the Roll Is Called up Yonder

10. Jesus Paid It All

11. I Want to Be Like Jesus (Medley)

12. Were You There

13. Holy, Holy, Holy, Pt. 3

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moving and Superb Singing that Ably Delivers the Message, September 24, 2003

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M. J. Moore (Chicago, Illinois United States) - See all my reviews
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Crystal Lewis, who has one of the most unique but touching vocals I have ever heard, returns to the basics of music with these traditional hymns. Entitled HOLY, HOLY, HOLY which is one of the most moving songs ever, the CD gets its message across pretty well. Though traditional in nature, the songs are not all delivered in a traditional manner as Crystal updates them somewhat and puts her own touch upon every song.

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY- Crystal takes her time with this praise and worship song that just puts one in the mood to recognize God's continual mercies and His exceeding greatness. The words are so poignant and ably delivered by Crystal. Praise God- He's holy!

HIS EYE IS ON THE SPARROW- This popular song is sung in a different way by Crystal. Similar to the former song, she starts off low key and in her own style. One can tell her Gospel background on this track and one can feel that God truly does watch over each and everyone of us. The adlibs are great here.

WISDOM OF TENDERNESS- Here is a hymn that I am not too familiar with but I do believe that it is one. The song is a great one that tells of the closeness of Jesus. It is somewhat different than the other 2 but is great in its own right.

O HAPPY DAY- Another popular Gospel/Christian track has a jazzy big band kind of vibe to it with a backing choir. With this, one can really say that a day is happy. Amen!!

O HOW I LOVE JESUS- Crystal does her own thing once again with this one as she does a jazzy, faster version to this song. Her unique vocals coupled with the arrangements make this to be a great song.

GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS- To know that God is continously looking over everyone of us no matter what the circumstance. His never-changing nature and omniscence is examined here in this beautiful song with a good arrangement and some powerful vocals from Crystal.

THERE IS A FOUNTAIN- "Lose all their guilty stains" is a famous line from this song in the Christian world. This song which looks into the blood of Jesus and the salvation He has given to us all is a touching song done well by Crystal.

WHEN THE ROLL IS CALLED UP YONDER- This is probably the weirdest track. The message of God going over the roll of all humanity but this rockish, kinda country song is unique and fun to say the least.

JESUS PAID IT ALL- R&B midtempo that states the fact that Jesus has paid it all for us all. The song is done well by Crystal in an original way. This can definitely touch the hearts of many who know how much Jesus means to those who love Him.

I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS- (medley) that has a country like start. The other song just adds the adverb more- I WANT TO BE MORE LIKE JESUS. Both are beautiful songs about trying to better one's attitude and actions.

WERE YOU THERE- Traditional hymn that looks into being there with Jesus when He went through the tragedy of being crucified. The musically stripped song puts forth the message even more and Crystal does a great job.

This CD of hymns is a powerful one and can certainly cause one "to tremble" at the majesty and greatness of God. Crystal was definitely filled with the Holy Spirit as she genuinely sets forth the facts and truths of God. A great CD for anyone!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars from enthusiasm to dismay and back again, October 15, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Holy Holy Holy (Audio CD)

After a deluge of remixes and live collections, I eagerly anticipated a new studio release from Crystal Lewis, one of my favorite artists. When I realized that the new offering was to be a collection of hymns, I couldn't help but remember Crystal's (albeit wonderful) Hymns: My Life and think, "been there, done that." I'm glad I didn't let that stop me, because this collection is much more than another obligatory grouping of standards from the old hymnbook. There is truly something for everyone here, as original arrangements share a showcase with an obvious respect and reverence for these classic songs. Crystal's amazing voice is as fantastic on the stirring ballads as the toe-tappers, and be prepared for an incredibly stirring rendition of "Were You There." The one original song, "The Wisdom of Tenderness," blends deceptively simple lyrics with a beautiful melody.
Do not confuse this with the nostalgic meanderings that so many artists have presented in recent years - this is more than a trip down memory lane.
The song list here is not the same as on the CD, which has 13 tracks (three of which are the title track and two different reprises).

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars I expected more., January 30, 2009

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D. Crawford (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Holy Holy Holy (Audio CD)

I absolutely love Crystal Lewis...I have almost all of her albums...including the work that she did with Kirk Franklin. She is one of my favorite artists...across the board. She has a very unique voice. Her love for the Lord and for singing comes through.

I do not know what happened...but something was missing from this album. Also, I love the old standards. For some reason, the elments did not come together...harmoniously.

I hope that she will try again...and rethink what she did with this album. Sometimes, a great standard can be ruined by "over-doing" it. At other times; A modern twist...with the right artist or team...can introduce people to music - they otherwise never would have listened to.