NEW MUSIC trying to manufacture emotion; instead, there’ s a genuine sense that these songs are born out of real campus worship experiences, giving the album a lived-in, communal feel.
TAUREN WELLS Breathe On It leans heavily into a congregational feel. Songs like“ Serve the Lord” and“ The Church is on Fire” immediately establish a tone of collective participation rather than individual expression.
Lyrically, the project stays grounded in clear, biblically centered themes— God’ s faithfulness, surrender, identity in Christ, and the call to worship in all seasons. Many of the songs are immediately singable, making them strong candidates for congregational adoption.
The title track,“ Breathe On It,” stands as the thematic centerpiece of the album. Built around a simple but powerful prayer asking God to breathe life into stagnant places. The song’ s gradual build, choir backing, and lyrical repetition give it a natural lift that feels both intimate and expansive. Musically, the album balances intimacy and celebration well. Songs like“ The Veil” create a more reflective, reverent space, allowing listeners to sit in the weight of Christ’ s work with a sense of awe and gratitude. On the other end,“ Greater Things” brings a clear sense of energy and forward-looking faith, inviting corporate praise with its driving momentum and confident declaration. Right in the middle,“ Only You Jesus” serves as a strong bridge between the two— building from a personal expression of devotion into a fuller, congregational anthem. This dynamic range gives the album a natural flow, moving seamlessly between personal response and collective worship in a way that feels both intentional and authentic.
Overall, Canyon Worship X is a strong and encouraging release that reflects both the heart of a university community and the broader movement of modern worship. It’ s a project that worship leaders can draw from with confidence and one that reminds listeners that God continues to raise up new voices to lead His people in praise.
1. Serve The Lord 2. The Church Is on Fire 3. Breathe On It 4. How Great( feat. Phil Wickham & Hulvey) 5. Bless Your Name 6. What A Miracle Feels Like 7. Sunday Morning( feat. Pastor Mike Jr.) 8. Thank You for the Cross 9. What’ s Not in Heaven 10. Here Comes the Church 11. Cantaremos( Que Cante La Iglesia) [ feat.
ECCOS & Samu Robles ] 12. Not Guilty 13. Making Room 14. Joy In the Morning( feat. Elevation
Worship) Making Room 15. The Room Is Yours( feat. Robert Angel) 16. Let The Church Sing
Tauren Wells’ fourth studio album Breathe On It arrives as both a musical project and a clear extension of his pastoral voice, blending modern worship, gospel energy, and pop sensibility into a cohesive, church-minded experience. The expansive 16-track album reflects a season of ministry-driven creativity, shaped in part by Wells’ role as a pastor and his desire to capture the sound and spirit of a gathered church.
From the opening moments, Breathe On It
One of the album’ s strengths is its sense of collaboration and community. With guest appearances from artists like Phil Wickham, Elevation Worship, and others, the project avoids feeling one-dimensional. Instead, it mirrors the diversity of the modern church, both musically and culturally. Tracks like“ How Great” and“ Joy in the Morning” add texture and variety, bringing moments of celebration that balance the more reflective worship songs.
Lyrically, Breathe On It is anchored in themes of surrender, revival, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Wells consistently points listeners away from self-reliance and toward a posture of expectation— trusting that God can bring life where human effort falls short. This thread runs through songs like“ Making Room,”“ Thank You for the Cross,” and“ Bless Your Name,” giving the album a unified spiritual direction that feels intentional rather than repetitive.
Breathe On It is a strong, purpose-driven release that highlights Tauren Wells at his most focused. While there aren’ t a lot of musical risks taken here, the album is held up nicely by Wells’ signature vocals and grass roots Gospel / pop feel while featuring a number of Sunday ready anthems for your church.
Gerod Bass Worship leader in Tacoma, WA. Mentor with Worship Catalyst. Singer, songwriter, guitarist with a passion for impacting lives for the sake of the Gospel. www. oslc. com
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