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

Stan Countz Fan Music

Tracks written and arranged by Stan Countz

Hot Tracks

Chill Vibe

Hits in the Making

Anna Countz Favorite Music

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

Contemporary Christian song written by Stan Countz

Don't Worry, Fret or  Be Anxious

Song promoting the fact that God doesn't look at the color or our skin and neither should we.

He's Color Blind

Love songs written by Stan Countz, Folk & Singer-Songwriter, indie, pop

Just Me and You

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

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

My Ride or Die

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

Castaway

You won't leave us to fall in the dark, if we seek You with all of our hearts.

To Know You is to Love You

Don't know why I let you get under my skin, but I did - I let you in -- and that was the beginning of the end. 

The Beginning of the End

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

The Four Horsemen

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

Contemporary country rock track about a woman's lovin' that brings a man to his knees.

Somethin' 'Bout Her Lovin'

You're my anchor when my ship comes into port
You're my banker, so I don't come up short
When we travel, you pack up all my bags
I'd unravel, if you ever were to pass

Ya keep me from worry, so I don't have to fret
When I'm in a hurry, You're my map and GPS
Keep me in the black, so I don't kite checks
Keep me on track, otherwise, I'd be a wreck

I don't know what I'd do, if I didn't have you
I'd be a mess, that's the Gospel truth
Because of you, I'm a happy man
If not for you, I'd be hat in hand

You make sure I'm fed, you're amazing in bed
Sometimes I think, you're crazy in the head
Favorite color is red, bake the best cornbread
If you were dead, who'd give me my meds?

I don't know what I'd do, if I didn't have you
I'd be a mess, that's the Gospel truth
Because of you, I'm a happy man
If not for you, I'd be hat in hand

You make sure I'm fed, you're amazing in bed
Sometimes I think, you're crazy in the head
Favorite color is red, bake the best cornbread
If you were dead, who'd give me my meds?

I'd be a mess, that's the Gospel truth
I don't know what I'd do, if I didn't have you
Because of you, I'm a happy man
If not for you, I'd be hat in hand

Because of you, I'm a happy man
If not for you, I'd be hat in hand
Because of you, I'm a happy man
If not for you, I'd be hat in hand

Hat in Hand

In the still of the night, I will praise Your name 
I’ll fight the good fight, Lord, break these chains 
Shower me in light, in this age of fear and sin 
Not by power or might but by Your Spirit within

Chorus 1
You are the Way, the Truth and the Life 
I walk by faith and not by sight
Your love for me flows day and night
You set me free, so stay by my side

[Rap]
Stay by my side, thru tribulations and trials 
In You I’ll abide, with the faith of a child
I’ll follow Your lead, I won’t boast or brag 
My righteous deeds, are like loathsome rags

When I fail to believe, I’m tattered and tossed 
Like a wave of the sea, but no matter the cost
You paid the price, despising the shame
To live is Christ, to die is gain
     
No mountain too high, no valley too low 
So stay by my side wherever I go
No eye has seen, no ear has heard
What You’ll bring for those who fear Your word

Chorus 2
By grace I’ve been saved, You paid the price
You rose from the grave, You saved my life
Your love for me flows day and night 
Bought my release, so stay by my side

[Rap]
Stay by my side, I crave Your grace and smile
In You I confide, though I’m depraved n defiled
It’s not by my deeds, or self-righteous acts 
It’s Your grace and mercy, or I might just brag 

I bow at Your feet as I sing this song— 
My flesh is weak but through You I’m strong!
I can’t wait to feel Your warm embrace
To see Your kingdom and enter Your gates

You promised freedom if we’d walk the narrow way
Satan’s defeated, it’s the dawn of the heralded age
The wages of sin is death, but His grace is free
Where do you want to spend, eternity?

[Outro]
By grace I’ve been saved, You paid the price
You rose from the grave, You saved my life
Your love for me flows day and night 
Bought my release, so stay by my side

Stay by My Side - Version 2

The Resistance

Uprising

Lyrics by Stan C. Countz / Music by Bruce Guynn. Vocals by Stan C. Countz

Recipe for a Broken Heart - Stan Countz

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!