In her review for AllMusic , Dacia Blodgett-Williams praised it as " Christian music with an edge " , lauding its lyrical content as contemporary without inspiring despair in the listener . She also described Nordeman 's musicianship as " strong " , though criticizing its musical accompaniment as " sometimes louder than the vocals , making discernment of Nordeman 's praise-worthy lyrics difficult . " Graeme Lamb of '' Cross Rhythms '' described its songs as a deep realization that following Christ can sometimes get messy and unpredictable , and remarked that the quality of her lyrics and vocals bring out her understanding of God sharply . He also lauded Hammond 's production on the album as excellent . The album also earned Nordeman considerations as New Artist of the Year at the 30th GMA Dove Awards in 1999 and Female Vocalist of the Year 31st GMA Dove Awards in 2000 . At the 1999 Nashville Music Association Awards , '' Wide Eyed '' was nominated for Top Contemporary Christian Album while the title track received a nomination for Song of the Year
30th GMA Dove Awards
30th GMA Dove Awards
Wide Eyed (Nichole Nordeman album)