Tell Me What You Know

Released in 2007, Tell Me What You Know represents a pivotal moment in Sara Groves' career, where her songwriting shifted from purely personal introspection to a broader, more global perspective. Produced by Brown Bannister, the album was heavily influenced by Groves' travels to Rwanda and her work with the International Justice Mission. This context informs the record's central themes of social justice and the 'James Fund' video included in the release. Sonically, it maintains her signature piano-led folk style but introduces more sophisticated, chamber-pop arrangements. Critically acclaimed by outlets like Christianity Today and CCM Magazine, it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart. The album is notable for its 'vignettes' and multimedia components, framing the music as part of a larger narrative of compassion and activism. It remains a hallmark of the 2000s singer-songwriter era for its refusal to provide easy answers to complex spiritual and social questions.