Phil Thompson 'My Worship' Ultimate Worship Guide: Lyrics, Chord Keys, and Ministry Insights
By Sophia Al-Mansoor
The original album recording sits comfortably in the key of E♭ major (often utilizing a relative C minor grounding during verses), though Thompson frequently transposes up to F major or down to D major during extended conference sets depending on vocal stamina. At a deliberate tempo of 64, 66 BPM in 4/4 time, the track breathes naturally, allowing acoustic instruments and ambient pads to carry the rhythmic foundation.
| Song Section | Nashville Numbers (Key: E♭) | Standard Chords | Dynamic Level & Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intro / Verse 1 | 6m, 4, 1, 5 | Cm7, A♭, E♭, B♭ | Soft piano, ambient pad, no percussion. |
| Chorus | 1, 5/7, 6m, 4 | E♭, B♭/D, Cm7, A♭ | Warm bass entry, subtle hi-hat pulses. |
| The "You Deserve It" Loop | 4, 1/3, 2m7, 5 | A♭, E♭/G, Fm7, B♭ | Full kick pattern, swelling floor tom, dual electric guitars. |
| Bridge / Climax | 6m, 5, 4, 1/3 | Cm, B♭, A♭, E♭/G | Full kit crash, open overdrive, full backing choir harmonies. |
For vocalists, the song spans an accessible octave and a fourth. Male worship leaders with tenor ranges typically thrive in E♭, topping out around G4 on the climactic declarations. Female worship leaders leading solo will often find A♭ major or B♭ major better suited to keep the chorus soaring in a bright, healthy mix voice without straining their chest register.
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