All God, Not Me
Singer, songwriter and multi-Instrumentalist Jaye King releases his debut Centricity Music album, All God, Not Me Aug. 7.
A professional level drummer, bass guitar and keys player whose charisma and musical giftings are more than matched by his heart for family, the local church and his mission to spread the hope of the Gospel, King's introductory album blends enthusiastic pop, laidback R&B and feel-good funk with lyrics that are fueled by high optimism and an unshakable belief in a God who is in the business of redemption.
At its core, King's remarkable, original music speaks from the heart of a kid without a dad present in his life but grew into a man, husband and father of three who can't help but tell others about his Heavenly Father.
Jaye's triumphant introductory single and Top 25 radio hit "Hard Place" heard on K-LOVE Radio Network, WAY FM, The Joy FM and more, turns the familiar "rock and a hard place" idiom on its head with personal depth set to a soulful, pop-centric groove.
Along with "Hard Place," messages of grace and hope permeate All God, Not Me tracks like Gospel retrograde "Falling Into It" and burst of sunshine "It'll Be Alright," while funk and rhythm color the bright "Good News." Other selections deliver sing-it-before-you-see-it anthems, like the heartfelt "I've Got Jesus."
"Valleys" speaks to a season of not only testing, but also a place of renewal and victory. "If you're in a valley, you're not there alone," declares King. "Where He leads you, He won't leave you. I hope this song reminds you of God's faithfulness. Even in the valley."
From the Tampa area and now based near Nashville, King has traveled across America with artists like Tasha Layton and Jonathan Traylor sharing his live, hope-filled performances that channel the charisma of entertainers like Michael Jackson and Bruno Mars.
Track Listing
| 1 - Falling Into It | ||
| 2 - Legroom | ||
| 3 - I've Got Jesus | ||
| 4 - Hard Place | ||
| 5 - I'll Be Alright | ||
| 6 - JC Pause | ||
| 7 - Mercy | ||
| 8 - Valleys | ||
| 9 - Good News |
Album Reviews
NRT Staff Reviews
1An Album With Well-Written Songs!
Jaye King is a young artist who has been buzzing for the last year. He has been steady, as he released several singles leading up to his album, All God, Not Me. This is a Contemporary Gospel/Pop album that is full of great writing with honest lyrics. There are many quality Worship artists, but I always enjoy artists and songs that are identifiable as a Believer walking this life out. Jaye King does this with All God, Not Me.
What It Sounds Like
“Forgive me if I look a little rough around the edges/Had a wild ride coming from outside into resurrection/I might look messy but He came to save me/You call ‘em bruises but I call them blessings/Maybe Jesus likes to use what the world least expected.” This is so real, and many of us have had some version of this before we came to know the Lord or even many years into our walk. Jaye put it into words with “Hard Place,” a mid-tempo pop tune that gets punchy for emphasis as he goes into the chorus, “He saved a mess like ME/That’s how I know/He can redeem anything.” The bridge takes it even further when he says, “How sweet the sound that saved my soul/Found me broke down and made me whole/He called my name that’s h...
What You Need to Know
Jaye King is a young artist who has been buzzing for the last year. He has been steady, as he released several singles leading up to his album, All God, Not Me. This is a Contemporary Gospel/Pop album that is full of great writing with honest lyrics. There are many quality Worship artists, but I always enjoy artists and songs that are identifiable as a Believer walking this life out. Jaye King does this with All God, Not Me.
What It Sounds Like
“Forgive me if I look a little rough around the edges/Had a wild ride coming from outside into resurrection/I might look messy but He came to save me/You call ‘em bruises but I call them blessings/Maybe Jesus likes to use what the world least expected.” This is so real, and many of us have had some version of this before we came to know the Lord or even many years into our walk. Jaye put it into words with “Hard Place,” a mid-tempo pop tune that gets punchy for emphasis as he goes into the chorus, “He saved a mess like ME/That’s how I know/He can redeem anything.” The bridge takes it even further when he says, “How sweet the sound that saved my soul/Found me broke down and made me whole/He called my name that’s how I know/He’s the Rock in a hard place.” The last line….Selah. Shout out to Sajan Nauriyal and Nick Bays who contributed production, music, and vocals along with Jaye.
“Valleys” is one of the songs of realization that God can do great things in us and for us right in the middle of the toughest seasons. Jaye sings about finally seeing “clearly” after a time of being attacked by Satan. After being lifted out of the valley, Jaye sings, “Now I got a new walk New talk/Put me on a mountain/Tip top/Thank God for the Valleys/where the green grass valleys.” I feel that Jaye was inspired by Psalms 23, especially verses 2 and 4. He appreciates the valleys because that is where He met our Father.
Spiritual Highlights
To me, the spiritual highlights are included throughout the album. It is an album of reflection and thanks due to the sobering, somewhat overwhelming thought of how Jesus can redeem what society deems the “worst of society.”
“I’ve Got Jesus” is like the glue for the whole album. It is what Jaye has set out to do throughout the course of this album. Point people to Jesus and understand that Jesus is the reason for hope and our savior in the midst of a trying world. Kevin Rooney produced and co-wrote this one along with the likes of Nick Bays, Paul Duncan, Josh Nichols, and Bobby Strand. The song starts off with Jaye crooning through some poignant lyrics backed by only Benny Martinez on guitar. Programmed beat slides in as Jaye sings, “I’ve got a hope/A hope that won’t fail me/Someone besides me so I’m not alone/I’ve got a peace/Beyond understanding/I’ve got a love that won’t let me go.” Kick drum kicks in as he sings, “Cause I got Jesus!”
Best Song
“Good News”, produced by industry veteran Tedd T, is a party jam. Caleb Dukes provides funky guitar work that complements the keyboards and drums. The track unfolds as a conversation, with an uplifted Jaye ministering to a friend who feels weighed down by life’s burdens. Jaye makes sure to let the friend and the listeners know that if the Lord can do it for him, he can do it for anyone. “Good news good news for me/You will receive best believe/He overcomes, was and is and is to come/Every tribe and every tongue/Jesus is for everyone.” This is the one!
For Fans Of
Tauren Wells, Phil J, Jonathan McReynolds
Final Word
All God, Not Me is a well-written and well-put-together album. If you have been following Jaye for a year, then you have seen the rollout of songs. However, together, this is a solid album that is much needed. There are so many highlights. Prepare to ride to this and really soak up the lyrics. I feel Jaye should also do a Bible study to go with the album. There are so many highlights.
