Stan's Mix

Stan's Songs

Inspirational

Contemporary Christian music (CCM), also known as Christian pop, and occasionally inspirational music, is a genre of modern popular music, and an aspect of Christian media, which is lyrically focused on matters related to the Christian faith and stylistically rooted in Christian music. Originating in the United States, it was formed by those affected by the 1960s Jesus movement revival who began to express themselves in other styles of popular music, beyond the church music of hymns, gospel and Southern gospel music that was prevalent in the church at the time. Initially referred to as Jesus music, today, the term is typically used to refer to pop, but also includes rock, alternative rock, hip hop, metal, contemporary worship, punk, hardcore punk, Latin, electronic dance music, R&B-influenced gospel, and country styles.

After originating in the US, it has since become a globally recognized style of popular music. It has representation on several music charts, including Billboard's Christian Albums, Christian Songs, Hot Christian AC (Adult Contemporary), Christian CHR, Soft AC/Inspirational, and Christian Digital Songs as well as the UK's Official Christian & Gospel Albums Chart. Top-selling CCM artists will also appear on the Billboard 200. In the iTunes Store, the genre is represented as part of the Christian and gospel genre while the Google Play Music system labels it as Christian/Gospel. CCM sets itself apart due to its versatile sound profile and accessibility. Its range of expression, from soft ballads to rock-infused anthems and content that goes beyond just worship to dealing with personal struggles and societal issues, is what makes it both compelling and relatable to a diverse listener base.

Contemporary Christian

Soft Rock

Worship & Praise

Tracks written and arranged by Stan Countz

Hot Tracks

Prophetic Pop is a playlist dedicated to a common theme - that the end times are upon upon as we see prophecy being fulfilled right before our eyes.

Prophetic Pop

Hits in the Making

Tether your ship to Him - He's the Anchor

The Anchor (Acoustic Rough Cut)

Redneck Lovin' Cup - Country Chemistry

Back Home

A song pleading for gods mercy, and for a little bit more time before he brings His judgment

Stay Your Sword

Songs written by Stan Countz, Folk & Singer-Songwriter, Indie, Gospel, Christian Rock, Patriot Pop

Washington Elites

A song about courage in the face of persecution.

The Fourth Man in the Fire

He Ain't Playin'

Beautiful Psalm set to a contemporary Christian music written by Stan Countz

Psalms 1

Inspirational Contemporary Christian Pop song written by Stan Countz

Nothing Is As It Appears

We'll Work It Out

He's Not Finished With Me Yet

Run to the Rock that Doesn't Roll

His Last Days Warriors - written by Stan Countz

His Last Days Warriors

God's Love Letter

Gospel, Christian Country, Country Gospel, Just a Revival, Songs written by Stan Countz

Just a Revival

CCM, Contemporary Christian Music, Christian Rock, Jesus Music, Songs written by Stan Countz

They Called Us Jesus Freaks

If God Be For Us, Who Cares Who's Against Us?, Inspirational songs written by Stan Countz

Who Cares Who's Against Us

Run to the Rock that Doesn't Roll (Acoustic Version)

Song about Denison, Texas, birthplace of "Ike" (Dwight Eisenhower) and one of the North Texas hangouts for Doc Holliday in the late 1800's. 

Ike and Doc's Hometown (Soft Rock cut)

It takes more faith than I possess to place my faith in randomness, or an educated guess or well-meant hypothesis, Contemporary Christian songs by Stan C Countz

More Faith Than I Possess

The Most Important Thing written by Stan C Countz

The Most Important Thing

My Refuge and my Fortress acoustic version written and performed by Stan C Countz

My Refuge and my Fortress (acoustic)

God's Promises are Steady, Sure and Faithful

Steady, Strong and Faithful

Song about how people that were discounted as crackpots a while back are now emerging as prophets.

They're Callin' Me Right

Song about how God is always there no matter what is happening all around us and how He gave His all.

You Always Gave Your All

I wanna be a man of valor and make a brand new start
A man of prayer and power, a man after God’s own heart


A Man After God's Own Heart

Can we get back to the way it used to be?


The Way It Used to Be

Advice to my daughters after the passing of their mom

Your Mother and I

Song about a guy who wrote a hit pop song that went viral in one week!

Hit Pop Song

The true battle in this country isn't simply left vs. right or black vs. white - it's wrong vs. right

The Final Fight - Pick a Side

Smooth jazz track about a guy who re-discovers love after his wife dies...

Castaway

Christian Rock song about prophecy unfolding right before our eyes!


Dry Bones Rise

Song about the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse as referenced in the Book of Revelation.

The Four Horsemen

God asked, “Can these bones come to life?” “O Lord, only You know,” he replied
Tell these bones "Hear the word of the LORD! I'll give you breath and you'll come back to life." 

These Dry Bones

Playlist Kings won't you crown my beat, put me on, put me on, put me on repeat...

Playlist Kings - Put Me on Repeat

Song about what it takes to write a hit pop song - you've gotta get on the right playlists...

Put Me on Repeat

Writing and promoting a pop song takes coordinating many factors including timing and playlist placement.

On Repeat

Lyrics
He's the Alpha and Omega
The first and the last
Son of God and man
His birth bridged the gap

We keep seeing a mirage
Thirsting for an oasis
He and Father God
Were on a first name basis

He was tempted in the desert
For forty days and nights
The lamb and the shepherd
Took our place, paid the price

Like a lamb led to the slaughter
He laid down His life
To save our son's n daughters
He came to make it right

God has solved the problem
Made a way, bridged the gap
Between a Holy, Perfect God and
Sinful, wicked man

Not by something we start or stop
Or what we do that's good or bad
It was the improbable swap
God's unstoppable plan

He swapped our sin for His perfection
He died n rose again for our redemption
He took our lashes, took our bruises
We swapped our ashes, for His beauty

Now there’s only one name
by which we can be saved
God knows, after three days
He rose from the grave

God has solved the problem
Made a way, bridged the gap
Between a Holy, Perfect God and
Sinful, wicked man

Not by something we start or stop
Or if we sit, we kneel or stand
It was the improbable swap
God's unstoppable plan

He swapped our sin for His perfection
He died n rose again for our redemption
He took our lashes, took our bruises
We swapped our ashes, for His beauty

Halleluuujah, Halleluuujah
Sing praise to the Great I am
The lion of the tribe of Judah
Laid down His life like a lamb

Pray He won't say "I never knew ya"
Praise His name and take His hand
It was the improbable swap
God's unstoppable plan

He swapped our sin for His perfection
Died n rose again for our redemption
Reed the book, you'll know what truth is
We know who wins, we know who loses

The mind of man can't imagine or conceive
What God has planned for those who believe

He swapped our sin for His perfection
He died n rose again for our redemption
He took our lashes, took our bruises
We swapped our ashes, for His beauty

The lion of the tribe of Judah
Laid down His life like a lamb
It was the improbable swap
God's unstoppable plan 

Improbable Swap, Unstoppable Plan

Recipe for a Broken Heart is a song written by Stan C. Countz and Bruce Guynn about a guy who turned to booze to deal with his disappointment and failures. The lyrics were written by Stan Countz and the music was by Bruce Guynn of the band Big Rain and the song was recorded in Chet McCracken's studio in S. California. This is the version with vocals by Stan Countz.

Recipe for a Broken Heart

Contemporary Christian song about our need for Jesus in every area of our lives.

Jesus We Need You

Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice is an original Contemporary Christian Music by Stan C. Countz

Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice

A Christian Doo Wop song with a great saxophone instrumental

The Jesus I Once Knew

Songwriter. Storyteller. Sound pioneer, Stan Countz is a genre-bending songwriter with over 300 original songs under his belt — a true craftsman of lyric and melody. From his debut track “Those Hap Happy Days” in 2005, a nostalgic tribute to the golden era of the ’50s and ’60s, Stan has built a musical legacy rooted in meaning, melody, and message.

Writing under the moniker Stan and Be Counted, he stands tall in the world of music as both a creator and a voice of purpose. His catalog spans a kaleidoscope of genres — from contemporary Christian rock and gospel to EDM, country pop, blues, R&B, hip hop, folk, and beyond. Each song is a reflection of his passion for storytelling and his desire to uplift, challenge, and connect.

Whether crafting soul-stirring love ballads, foot-tapping jingles, or heart-pounding hard rock anthems, Stan brings a rare blend of versatility, depth, and soul to every track. He doesn't just write songs — he writes moments you can feel.

Stan Countz is more than an artist — he’s a movement. A call to stand... and be counted. He is a prolific lyricist and lives in Denison, Texas with his artist/photographer wife. 

If you're an Artist looking for a song for the next hit, send me a message. Who knows, I may have a gem and a #1 hit for us both!