Who Shall Abide‽ (Psalm 15)
High-energy melodic power metal anthem in a major key, with a driving bass and drum rhythm, prominent electric guitars playing both rhythmic power chords and harmonized melodic lead lines featuring harmonics and percussive playing. Synth is sparingly used, but prominent when present with a chunky 80s feel. 4-part (2 female & 2 male) lead vocalists with powerful, clear voices. Each of the four voices has a distinct sound differentiating it from the others. The song incorporates a call-and-response vocal structure between lead vocalists, who trade off carrying the melody, but fall back to sing together as a quartet for climactic builds. Fast tempo of 160-170 bpm creates an uplifting & energetic feel. Production includes a bright, punchy mix with ample reverb on vocals and guitars, giving a spacious, arena-rock sound. The song features generous instrumental breaks for guitar and harp solos, building in intensity towards the climax. The inspiring climax provides a fittingly enthusiastic
Who Shall Abide‽ (Psalm 15)
High-energy melodic power metal anthem in a major key, with a driving bass and drum rhythm, prominent electric guitars playing both rhythmic power chords and harmonized melodic lead lines featuring harmonics and percussive playing. Synth is sparingly used, but prominent when present with a chunky 80s feel. 4-part (2 female & 2 male) lead vocalists with powerful, clear voices. Each of the four voices has a distinct sound differentiating it from the others. The song incorporates a call-and-response vocal structure between lead vocalists, who trade off carrying the melody, but fall back to sing together as a quartet for climactic builds. Fast tempo of 160-170 bpm creates an uplifting & energetic feel. Production includes a bright, punchy mix with ample reverb on vocals and guitars, giving a spacious, arena-rock sound. The song features generous instrumental breaks for guitar and harp solos, building in intensity towards the climax. The inspiring climax provides a fittingly enthusiastic
Lyrics
Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?
Lord, who can on thy holy hill dwell?
One who never speaks back-biting words,
And who never puts back-biting words to paper.
One who never seeks evil for others,
One who takes up no reproach against a neighbor.
Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?
Lord, who can on thy holy hill dwell?
The one who always does right by all,
The one with a heart of words truly proved.
The one whose walk is upright & tall,
The one who does all this, will never be moved.
One who sees evil through contemptuous eyes.
One who honors the Godfearing among us.
On whose promise everyone relies,
even when there is no self-serving purpose.
Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?
Lord, who can on thy holy hill dwell?
The one who always does right by all,
The one with a heart of words truly proved.
The one whose walk is upright & tall,
The one who does all this, will never be moved.
One who doesn’t use their money to indebt,
One who takes no reward from the innocent.
One whose obligations are always met,
One whose gifts to the needy don’t relent.
Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?
Lord, who can on thy holy hill dwell?
The one who always does right by all,
The one with a heart of words truly proved.
The one whose walk is upright & tall,
The one who does all this, will never be moved!
The one who always does right by all,
The one with a heart of words truly proved.
The one whose walk is upright & tall,
The one who does all this, will never be moved!