From the recording Soime Crowns Aren't Worth Wearing
Some Crowns Aren't Worth Wearing is a storytelling country gospel anthem that follows the wisdom of an old traveler reflecting on the choices that shape a life. Drawing from the stories of Adam, Lucifer, the Prodigal Son, the Rich Young Ruler, and the boy who placed his loaves and fish into the hands of Jesus, the song contrasts the pursuit of power, pride, wealth, and fame with the lasting reward of surrendering everything to the King. Through warm acoustic melodies and timeless biblical wisdom, it reminds listeners that some crowns are not worth wearing, some thrones are not worth pursuing, and that true fulfillment is found in declaring: "All I have and all I am belongs to my King."
Lyrics
Some Crowns Aren't Worth Wearing
Creation Date
23 Jun 2026, 3:26 PM
Characters
3015
Genres
country, gospel-inspired, kenny rogers gambler style, fiddle, ballad
Languages
English
Vocalist gender
Male
[SONGER TITLE: SOME CROWNS AREN'T WORTH WEARING]
[STYLE: Storytelling Country Gospel | Acoustic Guitar | Upright Bass | Dobro | Light Fiddle | Warm Male Vocal | Kenny Rogers Story Song Vibe | Growing Choir Finale]
[MOOD: Wise | Reflective | Hopeful | Christ-Centered]
[TEMPO: 84 BPM]
[KEY: G]
[INTRO]
[Acoustic guitar. Gentle dobro.]
VERSE 1
G
I met an old man by the roadside
C
As the sun was sinking low
G
He said, "Son, I've walked a lot of miles
D
And there's something you should know"
G
"I've seen rich men build their kingdoms
C
I've seen poor men lose their way
G
And I've watched a lot of people trade
D G
Forever for a day"
CHORUS
G
Some crowns aren't worth wearing
C
Some thrones don't last long
G
Some roads look right from a distance
D
Till you find out they were wrong
G
I've watched men chase what glitters
C
Till they lost their very soul
G
Son, don't trade forever
D G
For a throne that can't hold
VERSE 2
G
There once was a man with a garden
C
Everything he'd ever need
G
But he listened to another voice
D
And followed another lead
G
Another wore the morning glory
C
Till pride became his fall
G
I've learned the highest seat in town
D G
Ain't always worth it all
CHORUS
G
Some crowns aren't worth wearing
C
Some thrones don't last long
G
Some roads look right from a distance
D
Till you find out they were wrong
VERSE 3
G
A young man came to Jesus
C
With wealth beyond compare
G
But he walked away from Heaven's call
D
Cause his treasure stayed right there
G
Another left his father's house
C
Looking for a better way
G
He found out freedom without truth
D G
Has a mighty price to pay
CHORUS
G
Some crowns aren't worth wearing
C
Some thrones don't last long
G
Some roads look right from a distance
D
Till you find out they were wrong
G
I've watched men chase what glitters
C
Till they lost their very soul
G
Son, don't trade forever
D G
For a throne that can't hold
BRIDGE
Em
Then I asked him what was worth it
C
If all these things fade away
G
He smiled and looked toward Heaven
D
And this is what he'd say
VERSE 4
G
A little boy brought all he carried
C
Just some fish and bread that day
G
But he placed it in the Master's hands
D
And watched it multiply
G
The King don't need your greatness
C
He don't need your gold
G
He just needs a willing heart
D G
That He can use and hold
FINAL CHORUS
G
Some crowns aren't worth wearing
C
Some thrones won't make you whole
G
Some kingdoms shine for a moment
D
Then disappear like smoke
G
I may not have much to offer
C
But here's what I know
G
All I have and all I am
D G
Belongs to my King alone
OUTRO
G
All I have and all I am
C
Belongs to my King
G
All I have and all I am
D G
Belongs to my King
[Soft choir enters]
G
Some crowns aren't worth wearing...
D G
But my King is worth everything
[Fade]