Christian singer-songwriter Nia gives one a moving and emotional reflection with her new single, teach me, lead me, and gives the listener a very strong preview of her upcoming first LP, the Refiner’s fire. The conception of the project came as a result of seasons that exercised her faith and perfected it, and this single recreates this experience perfectly.
It is the wonder of the patience and love of God, at its core, that is expressed in the statement; teach me, lead me. Nia frankly admits her personal failures coupled with a reference to a loving God who educates, counsels and heals with grace. The song has a humble and surrendering message, thus, personal and close enough to anyone going through his or her season of refining.
Vocally, Nia shines. The flawless, sweet voice and the ability to control it make the song particularly easy to listen to. The feeling in her voice is easily felt and it gives a soulful touch which reinforces the message. The changes in the subtle style in the track make it interesting and the song is able to flow naturally without losing the atmosphere of a calm worship.
The guitar also accompanies her singing in a smooth way, and the lyrics get the room to breathe. No surplus–but honesty and loveliness.
Nia brings out a perfect and touching melody with the words teach me, lead me that hails one into contemplation, appreciation, and faith in a God who slowly guides his children through all seasons.
