Children have an incredible need to obtain information. This is amplified when it comes to music, and they are going to know exactly what the artist is singing. This applies to secular, Christian, or any other music form as well. Every contemporary Christian artist or group lists the words to their lyrics in the recording jacket. While kids read the lyrics, they learn a wealth of good information.
Parents also get a chance to see what the group is about.
The artists include the lyrics because the integrity of their reputation is at stake. The Christian music industry does not tolerate anyone who is not genuinely committed. Christian artist are more than willing to maintain their integrity to bolster the opinion critics have of them. This is important so they can meet their objectives both on and off stage. Mylon LeFevre, leader of the Christian rock band Mylon and Broken Heart, believes along side all other Christian entertainers that contemporary Christian music is a vehicle, or a tool of the trade.