Hillsong United released "Sure Thing" as a single on 29 October 2021, following the release of "Know You Will" in July.[6] Jonathon Douglass of Hillsong United shared the story behind the song,[7] saying:
"Sure Thing" is about making the decision to not do this journey of life on our own—so that we don't get caught up in the sinking sand in life that can leave us confused, disoriented and full of fear. Instead, we can build our lives on the solid rock that is Jesus and His word. On that rock, we can look to the future with the knowledge that He is working all things together for good. Our prayer is that this song will give you confidence and faith in Jesus, for He is our sure thing.
Composition
"Sure Thing" is composed in the key of B with a tempo of 60 beats per minute and a musical time signature of 4 4.[8]
"Sure Thing" debuted at number 46 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart dated 13 November 2021.[10]
Music videos
On 9 July 2021, Hillsong United released the official music video of "Sure Thing" together with the lyric video via YouTube.[11][12] The music video was filmed between Sydney and Los Angeles, with visuals contrasts transitioning from nature to concrete buildings, highlighting "faith as the only constant in a world that is ever-changing."[13] A wanderer is lifted from the ground as the chorus builds up, suggesting that they have been transformed by the music.[14] The music video was produced by Nathaniel Redekop and Danniebelle Whippy and directed by Ricardo Guzman.[15]
The official live performance video of the song was released on 7 December 2021, via YouTube.[16]
