Phil Wickham — Songs and Biography

History and Sound

Phil Wickham grew up in California and began recording worship songs with an acoustic guitar.

In “This Is Amazing Grace,” his melodic vocals stand out against denser, celebratory instrumentation. “Living Hope,” co-written with Brian Johnson, unfolds as a narrative about Christ’s death and resurrection. Compare it with “Battle Belongs”: in this song, the narrative gives way to a short phrase about trusting God that is easy to sing along with in the chorus.

Albums and Recordings

On “Hymn of Heaven,” Wickham placed “Battle Belongs” alongside the calmer title track. The first is built around a short statement of trust, while the second develops an image of future hope. In “Sunday Is Coming,” he uses another approach: narrative verses lead the listener from the crucifixion to the resurrection. These three recordings are easy to compare to hear how one songwriter uses the forms of a hymn, a pop chorus, and a narrative song.

Phil Wickham Discography