Crimson
Nichole Nordeman's 'Crimson' reflects on the fall of humanity and the redemptive work of Christ. The song contrasts the first tree of Eden, where sin entered through one choice, with the cross, where Jesus paid the price. It emphasizes that a single drop of His crimson blood covers our sin, offering hope and a bridge between humanity and God. The lyrics point to Jesus as the one name above all others and the only way to salvation. The song is a meditative and worshipful reminder of the gospel's core message of grace and redemption.
One choice
One tree
One fall for humanity
One lie
One liar
One bite is all death required
One great regret
One squandered chance, and yet
One hope
One day
One name above all other names
One bridge between then and now
One way to discover how
One price
One tree
One drop of crimson covers me