“Costly” is a song from Naomi Raine’s 19-track album Cover The Earth (Deluxe), released on 21 June, 2024. The song’s central message revolves around the concept of complete surrender and giving one’s all in worship. The lyrics, with lines such as “Here is my alabaster / Poured out in worship” and “I will not bring what costs me nothing,” draw upon biblical imagery to emphasize a devotion that requires a personal sacrifice. The song makes a powerful statement that any offering to a higher power, regardless of its perceived value to others, is a worthwhile and necessary act. The core of the message is that true devotion is not convenient but is rather a committed choice.

Recorded live in New York, the song’s performance is an extended and passionate declaration. The live setting allows for an immersive and powerful experience, with the raw emotion of the performance supporting the lyrical content. The repetitive and declarative nature of the chorus, “Let it be costly,” builds to a powerful climax that reinforces the song’s central theme. “Costly” stands out on the album as a testament to the idea that genuine faith and worship require a full and total commitment, making it a pivotal track on the project.