After The Judds disbanded in 1991, she then went to Texas Wynonna began a solo career, also on Curb. In her solo career, she has released eight studio albums, a live album, a holiday album and two compilation albums in addition to charting more than 20 singles of her own. Her first three singles—"She Is His Only Need", "I Saw the Light," and "No One Else on Earth"—all reached number one on the U.S. country singles charts consecutively, as did 1993's "Only Love" and 1996's, "To Be Loved by You." Three of her albums are certified platinum or higher by the RIAA. She released a new single, "Something You Can't Live Without," in March 2013. Her most recent recording, Wynonna & The Big Noise, was released on February 12, 2016 via Curb Records. Wynonna & the Big Noise are a country band lead by Wynonna and husband Cactus Mosher. Wynonna is most recognized for her musical work, although starting in the 2000s she has also pursued other interests, including writing, acting and philanthropy.
What The World Needs
Wynonna Judd Lyrics
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All the lonely people looking back at me
Rich, poor don't matter we're all the same
Everybody's hungry in a different way
We're clawin' and climbin' and kickin' and screamin' and fightin' but really
[Chorus]
What the world needs now is love
Love and only love
A little help from up above
Faith to make a better day
Let's come together
Lay our differences down
Spread it all around
That's what the world needs now
(La, la, la, la, la)
Sometimes all it takes is just a smile
To change somebody's weather
Chase the clouds out of their sky
Sometimes you gotta give and not receive
Sometimes you gotta live what you believe
Open your arms cause that's where it starts
Right here with you and with me
[Chorus]
Nobody likes the cold
We all need someone to hold
No one wants to be alone
[Chorus: x3]
(La, la, la, la, la)
In this song, Wynonna Judd is reflecting on the struggles that everyone faces in life, regardless of their status or background. She looks around and sees a world full of people who are lonely and hungry for something, whether it be love, success, or simply a better life. Despite these common struggles, people continue to fight and bicker amongst themselves, never taking a moment to come together and realize that what they need most is love and unity.
Judd highlights the power of a simple smile or act of kindness in changing someone's day and encourages listeners to live what they believe, giving to others without always expecting something in return. She believes that if we can come together and lay our differences down, we can create a better world for ourselves and future generations. The repeated chorus drives home the message that love and faith are the keys to making a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
I look around at all the faces and I see
Observing everyone around her, the singer realizes that everyone is looking for something, regardless of their social status.
All the lonely people looking back at me
Despite being surrounded by so many people, the singer sees loneliness on their faces and believes that everyone is searching for happiness.
Rich, poor don't matter we're all the same
The singer believes that everyone, regardless of their wealth, status, or background, shares the same human feelings and experiences.
Everybody's hungry in a different way
The singer believes that everyone has their own unique needs and desires, and everyone is striving to fulfill them, even if they are different from others.
We're clawin' and climbin' and kickin' and screamin' and fightin' but really
Despite the conflicts and struggles people face, the singer believes that everyone is looking for the same thing, which is love and acceptance.
What the world needs now is love
The singer believes that love is the solution to all of the world's problems and that it can bring peace and unity to humanity.
Love and only love
The singer emphasizes that love is the one and only thing that can bring happiness and fulfillment to people's lives.
A little help from up above
The singer believes that faith and guidance from a higher power can help people find love and happiness in their lives.
Faith to make a better day
The singer believes that having faith in oneself and in a higher power can help people overcome their struggles and make the world a better place.
Let's come together
The singer believes that people need to put their differences aside and work together to achieve a common goal of love and unity.
Lay our differences down
The singer believes that people need to let go of their prejudices and biases and come together as equals to achieve a better world.
Spread it all around
The singer believes that love and unity need to be shared and spread throughout the world so that everyone can benefit from it.
Sometimes all it takes is just a smile
The singer believes that a small, positive gesture like a smile can brighten someone's day and bring joy to their life.
To change somebody's weather
The singer believes that a positive gesture or action can change someone's mood or outlook on life, just like the weather can change.
Chase the clouds out of their sky
The singer believes that people can help others overcome their struggles and find happiness, just like the sun can chase away the clouds.
Sometimes you gotta give and not receive
The singer believes that sometimes people need to help others and give to them without expecting anything in return.
Sometimes you gotta live what you believe
The singer believes that people need to live up to their beliefs and values and act on them to make the world a better place.
Open your arms cause that's where it starts
The singer believes that people need to be open and accepting of others, and that love and unity can start with one person reaching out to another.
Right here with you and with me
The singer believes that love and unity can start with oneself and that everyone has the power to make a difference in the world.
Nobody likes the cold
The singer is using a metaphor to describe the feeling of loneliness and isolation, implying that everyone wants warmth and companionship in their lives.
We all need someone to hold
The singer believes that everyone needs someone to love and support them, and that human connection is essential for happiness.
No one wants to be alone
The singer believes that loneliness is a universal fear and that everyone desires human connection and companionship.
La la la la la
This phrase is a non-verbal way to express feelings of joy and happiness, and to emphasize the importance of love and unity in the world.
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Written by: BRETT JAMES, MARY HOLLADAY LAMAR
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