#99 Margaret Becker - Soul | The 100 Greatest Songs in Christian Music

#99 — Say The Name Margaret Becker

One song. One day. One step closer to the top of the greatest songs in Christian music.

 

Quick Facts

  • Countdown slot: #99 (posts run daily)
  • Artist: Margaret Becker
  • Song: “Say The Name”
  • Album: Soul
  • Year Released: 1993
  • Label: Sparrow
  • Series: 100 Greatest Songs in Christian Music

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Song in Context

“Say The Name” represents a moment when Christian music wasn’t content to stay in a single lane—
It aimed for conviction, craft, and cultural reach.
Whether you first heard it on the radio, youth group mixtapes, or a compilation CD,
this song carries a distinct signature that still sounds like its era while speaking beyond it.

For the purposes of this countdown, I’m not just ranking “hits.” I’m weighing impact,
longevity, and how deeply a song lodged itself into the shared memory
of the Christian music community.

Why It Matters

  • Staying power: People still reference it, share it, and revisit it decades later.
  • Message clarity: It communicates a central truth without losing artistic identity.
  • Emotional honesty: It earns the listener’s trust—no cheap shortcuts.
  • Community footprint: It found a life in churches, events, and personal stories.

Lyrics

Courtesy of Genius.com

What’s Next

Tomorrow we continue the countdown with #98 Ready Or Not – DeGarmo & Key

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Artist: Margaret Becker
Album: Soul
Year Released: 1993
Record Label(s): Sparrow
Producer(s): Charlie Peacock

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#100 — Beautiful Scandalous Night — The Choir
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#98 Ready Or Not – DeGarmo & Key

Listen to ” Say The Name” on Spotify

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Margaret Becker: “Say The Name” is available for purchase on Amazon.
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