Long before The Sound earned a standing ovation on America’s Got Talent with their uplifting rendition of “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” the Michigan family band was already touching lives through their original Christian country music.
One of their most celebrated songs, “God Is Real,” became a fan favorite thanks to its heartfelt message and the trio’s soaring family harmonies. Performed by father Rob Mills and his sons Levi and Jacob, the song is the title track from their Dove Award winning 2022 album of the same name. Written by Levi Mills, Jacob Mills, Rob Mills, Sue C. Smith, and Barry Weeks, the track reminds listeners of faith, hope, and the life changing power of God.
Produced by Grammy and Dove Award winner Barry Weeks, “God Is Real” blends country and gospel influences into a powerful testimony. The lyrics speak about finding proof of God’s presence through changed lives rather than doubt, delivering what many listeners described as a sermon through music.
Fans quickly praised not only the song’s message but also the family’s unmistakable vocal blend. One listener wrote, “They sound like Rascal Flatts and Shay Mooney synced together! Love it,” while another admitted, “I thought it was Rascal Flatts!”
Others were deeply moved by the song’s faith centered lyrics. “This is one powerful song,” one fan commented. Another wrote, “God is real. Thank you for using a beautiful song to tell that to the world.” One listener added, “The harmony is beautifully beautiful. God is real,” while another shared, “I could listen to that all day.”
Many longtime supporters encouraged the trio to remain faithful to the Christian message that first made them stand out. Following their America’s Got Talent breakthrough, one viewer commented, “Guys you should have stayed true to your true music. Don’t change just because you made it on AGT. God gave y’all the talent to sing. Stay true and faithful to God.”
Others celebrated the group’s growing audience after the televised audition. “Congrats on AGT boys. Bring witness to the world. God bless you guys,” one fan wrote, while another added, “Just discovered you guys. I am hooked! Thank you for sharing the love of Jesus with the world.”
The Sound, who formed in 2017 in Romeo, Michigan, spent years building a name in Christian country music before appearing on America’s Got Talent. Their impressive resume already included five Dove Award nominations, four consecutive No. 1 radio singles, and a Dove Award for Country Album of the Year with God Is Real.
Their viral AGT audition introduced millions of new viewers to the family’s remarkable three part harmonies through John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” earning four yes votes and a standing ovation. But for many longtime fans, “God Is Real” remains the performance that best captures the heart of The Sound, combining rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and an unwavering message of faith long before the national spotlight found them.
