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David Coate - This Is Love

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David Coate

Title:

This Is Love

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Album

Released:

06 Nov 2013

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Veteran Christian artist, songwriter, and producer David Coate has released his new single 'This Is Love' to Christian radio. Blending elements of Inspirational, Christian Soft AC, Christian Country, and Southern Gospel, the song delivers a heartfelt reminder of the ultimate love demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Written and produced by Coate, “This Is Love” draws its inspiration from John 15:13, where Jesus declares, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.” The song reflects on that powerful truth with simple yet profound lyrics that celebrate the selfless love that changed the world....
Read More Veteran Christian artist, songwriter, and producer David Coate has released his new single 'This Is Love' to Christian radio. Blending elements of Inspirational, Christian Soft AC, Christian Country, and Southern Gospel, the song delivers a heartfelt reminder of the ultimate love demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Written and produced by Coate, “This Is Love” draws its inspiration from John 15:13, where Jesus declares, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.” The song reflects on that powerful truth with simple yet profound lyrics that celebrate the selfless love that changed the world. In the chorus, Coate echoes the heart of the scripture, singing, “This is love, this is love that a man lay down his life,” while the message builds toward the hopeful declaration that “with this love we’ll move mountains, with this love we’ll change the world.”

This track opens beautifully, led by an elegant piano arrangement that immediately sets a gentle, reflective tone. From the very first notes, David’s warm, expressive vocals draw you in, perfectly complementing the soft Christian country style of the song.

As the song unfolds, its true strength lies in the sense of warmth and sincerity that runs throughout. The chorus is particularly moving, enriched by stunning harmonies that give it a fuller, more uplifting feel. There’s a noticeable lift in the latter half of the track, where the instrumentation and vocal delivery build with subtle power, showcasing some truly impressive musicianship without ever losing the song’s intimate heart.

Lyrically, the message is both simple and profound. The song reminds us that the greatest power in the world isn’t found in fame, success, or influence, but in sacrificial love—the kind exemplified by Jesus. The line, “This is love… that a man lay down his life,” stands at the emotional core of the piece, delivering its message with clarity and conviction.

Overall, this is a deeply moving and thoughtfully crafted song—an inspiring piece from a truly gifted songwriter.

LTTM Rating 4 Out of 5 Stars

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