Ever so beautifully, Mide Mercy offers her heartfelt rendition of Hillsong UNITED's "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)," and with it, comes a new emotional amalgam into a world-class worship song. Her rendition is laden with emphasis on vulnerability and honesty, thus creating an inward spiritual feeling for the listener.
In the manner of the initial verses, Mide's voice outfitted with sincerity and solemn commitment imparts life into the message of the song, which is about faith and trust. From quiet verses to a powerful chorus, the diction is on point. Barely any accompaniment is adjoined, letting Mide seize the moment to spotlight the theme of stepping out on faith.
Minimal backdrop only adds to the intimacy of the video, creating ample room for Mide's emotionally charged delivery. The trio of facade and delivery panoramically rearticulate the song into an engaging experience bridging audiences of both old and modern-day.
Thus, this cover stands as a testimony to what extent Mide Mercy understands her subject, empathizing to a depth that make the performance intimate and reciprocal to the listener's experience. A mighty rendition that does justice to the eternal power "Oceans" has to engender faith and give pause for introspection.
Beyond a shadow of a doubt, any seeker for a fresh interpretation of a modern worship classic might want to consider giving Mide Mercy's rendition a decent spin.