Plain and Simple (2011)

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Plain and Simple is the 15th studio album by American singer - songwriter Crystal Lewis, released on June 7, 2011 by Metro One/Word Entertainment.

Beginning with this release, Lewis started a new independent label CLR (Crystal Lewis Records) as a vehicle to gain complete creative control and ownership over her master recordings. It allowed her to shift away from the traditional Christian music industry structure and release music directly to digital platforms and her fan base. The label operates out of her home base in California and is deeply collaborative, involving her children, Izzi and Solomon Ray, in production, marketing, and background vocals.

Plain and Simple was produced by Lewis' son Solomon and it delivers a collection of fresh songs that blend passionate worship, crisp melodies, and her trademark powerhouse vocals. The title track was conceptually inspired by the biblical text of 1 Corinthians 2:1-2 from The Message translation, emphasizing a return to a straightforward gospel message centered on Christ. Daughter Izzi, whose background vocals appear throughout the album, duets with her mother on “I Know You Are The One” which she also co-wrote with her father Brian Ray. Izzi shot the cover photo and designed the artwork for the album as well.

Track listing

All songs written by Crystal Lewis, except where noted.

1. Plain and Simple (Crystal Lewis, Solomon Ray) -3:44

2. Give It to Jesus (Adam Watts) -4:01

3. Revelation -3:37

4. Even the Rocks Cry Out -4:29

5. Name -3:55

6. I Don't Wanna Fall -3:32

7. Daughter -3:50

8. All Day Long -4:03

9. I Am (Crystal Lewis, Solomon Ray) -5:41

10. Center of Gravity (Crystal Lewis, Solomon Ray) -3:59