There is a power in music that resonates with us creatures of the earth on a soul level. All at once it provides a mood, a story and a message that can raise our vibration. Here are 8 songs that spark inspiration and in some cases connection to the Divine—some you may not have even known were intended to be spiritual:
Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder—Written after surviving a serious car accident, Stevie Wonder expresses gratitude to the Divine, pledging to live life from higher aspirations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGSxvH5i6XQ
An extra treat of a live version with Sting on bass
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsaWoSq-OBo
Drive by Incubus—Despite the band’s name, Incubus writes songs with deeper meanings tied to eclectic spirituality. This one is about finding the wisdom of your inner voice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgT9zGkiLig
Gloria by U2—On the surface it looks like a song about a woman named Gloria but it’s really a man committing to building his relationship with God as he sings the refrain in latin: Gloria in te domine/ Gloria exultate which translates to Glory in you,/Glory to exhalt Him
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybYgP48X2DY
Thank U by Alanis Morrisette—Written after Alanis Morrisette had spent time in India exploring her spiritual path. This song IS a guide to gratitude meditation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOgpT5rEKIU
Rise Up by Audra Day—Sung to empower, while reminding us we have a path to being our best and highest selves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwgr_IMeEgA
Silence by Delerium and Sara McLachlan—An ethereal backdrop layered with the harmony of Gregorian chants and Sara McLachlan’s compelling melody asking for liberation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5oRkNSHn-Y
Let it Be by the Beatles—Many people name this as their ‘go to’ song for grounding, recalibration and remembering that we are all in this together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p95RR2EtM8
Where Souls Meets Body by Death Cab for Cutie—A song that provides a visceral feel for opening up to spirit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uizQVriWp8M
