Grant made her debut in 1977 under the guidance of Myrrh Records, and became the first Christian recording act to have an album be certified platinum. Following her marriage to Gary Chapman in 1982 and a subsequent deal between her record company and A&M Records, a series of successful pop-crossover records consolidated her position as both Christian music's highest-selling act and a formidable force in mainstream music, and according to Billboard magazine she was the most successful Christian recording artist of the 1980s and 1990s.
After giving birth to her fourth child Corinna Grant Gill, Grant returned to her gospel music roots with the 2002 release of Legacy...Hymns & Faith. The album featured a Vince Gill-influenced mix of bluegrass and gospel and marked Grant's 25th anniversary in the music industry. Grant followed this up with the pop release Simple Things in 2003. The album did not see the success of her previous pop efforts, and soon after the album, Amy and Interscope/A&M parted ways.
Grant released a sequel to her hymns collection in 2005 titled Rock of Ages... Hymns & Faith. Despite publicly musing that life would be easier if she weren't working, Grant joined the reality television phenomenon by hosting Three Wishes, a show in which she and a team of helpers make wishes come true for small-town residents. The show debuted on NBC in the fall of 2005, but was cancelled in November after 10 episodes. After Three Wishes was cancelled, Grant won her 6th Grammy Award for Rock of Ages.
In a February, 2006 webchat, Amy stated she believes her "best music is still ahead".
Amy Grant recorded a live cd/dvd album in early 2006 and it was released later in the year.
To date Amy Grant has sold more than 25 million records worldwide and is a 6 time Grammy winning artist.
Helping hand
Amy Grant Lyrics
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Everybody needs a helping hand
Take a look at your fellow man
And tell me what can I do today
'Cause everybody needs a helping out
If that ain't what it's all about
Tell me what
What can I do today
We've all seen trouble from time to time
There is a mountain ahead
I've got no strength to climb, hey
If you're feeling that you're strong
Reach out to me
I hope this journey won't take long
But won't you please
Have mercy
(Repeat Chorus)
What can I do today
I'm talking 'bout the soul all alone
Needing the daily bread
Someplace to lay his head, yeah, hey
And I'm talking about the neighbor on your street
Won't you look him in the eye
Take time to speak
That's mercy, yeah, 'cause...
(Repeat Chorus)
Love one another
Sister and brother
Love is the only way, hey
(Repeat Chorus Twice)
What can I do today
Everybody needs a helpin', helpin'
Everybody needs a helping hand
Everybody needs a helpin', helpin'
Everybody needs a helping hand
Everybody needs a helping hand
Everybody needs it, oh, everybody needs it
Everybody needs a helping hand
Oh, everybody needs it, oh, yeah, oh, everybody needs it
Oh, yeah, everybody needs a helping hand
Everybody needs it, oh, everybody needs it
Everybody needs a helping hand
Everybody needs it
The song ‘Helping Hand’ by Amy Grant is a message to everyone that we all need help from time to time, and that it is necessary to lend support to others. The lyrics reflect the understanding that life can be tough, and many people face challenges that they cannot overcome by themselves. The chorus urges us to look out for our fellow man, and be a ‘helping hand’ to those around us. It is important to take notice of others who may be struggling and reach out to them.
The verse speaks specifically about the needs of those in the community. Amy Grant talks about the ‘soul all alone’ who needs ‘daily bread’ and someone to ‘lay his head’ and the importance of giving them what they need. The song talks about being a good neighbour and taking the time to speak to someone and look them in the eye.
Overall, this song is a call to action for everyone to be kind and help others, to make others' lives better, one small act of kindness at a time.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody needs a helping hand
Everyone needs someone to help them in their time of need.
Take a look at your fellow man
Observe others around you and recognize if they need assistance.
And tell me what can I do today
Ask yourself how you can assist those in need in your current situation.
'Cause everybody needs a helping out
People require aid and assistance in life.
If that ain't what it's all about
Helping others is an essential part of being human.
We've all seen trouble from time to time
Difficult situations arise in everyone's lives.
There is a mountain ahead
There are difficult obstacles in life that can seem insurmountable.
I've got no strength to climb, hey
At times, one may lack the ability or energy to face obstacles alone.
If you're feeling that you're strong
If you have the capacity to help others, take the opportunity to do so.
Reach out to me
Offer your help to those in need.
I hope this journey won't take long
I hope that the struggles and challenges will not last too long.
But won't you please
Asking for help from others is a humble request.
Have mercy
A compassionate plea for help from someone experiencing a difficult time.
I'm talking 'bout the soul all alone
Referring to someone who is emotionally struggling and feeling isolated.
Needing the daily bread
In need of basic necessities to survive.
Someplace to lay his head, yeah, hey
Without a place to call home, one can feel lost and alone.
And I'm talking about the neighbor on your street
There may be people in your immediate surroundings who are in need.
Won't you look him in the eye
Taking the time to engage with others and acknowledge their presence can make a difference.
Take time to speak
Conversation and communication can help address underlying issues and concerns.
That's mercy, yeah, 'cause...
Showing kindness and helping others is an act of mercy.
Love one another
Expressing love towards others can bring about positive change in the world.
Sister and brother
A reminder that we are all part of the same human family.
Love is the only way, hey
Love and compassion are the most effective paths towards positive change.
Everybody needs a helpin', helpin'
Everyone requires some form of assistance at some point in their lives.
Everybody needs a helping hand
Helping each other is essential for society to function and thrive.
Oh, yeah, everybody needs it, oh, everybody needs a helping hand
An acknowledgement that everyone can benefit from a helping hand, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Everybody needs it
A reminder that we all have times of struggle and could use some help.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: AMY LEE GRANT, BEVERLY W. DARNALL, TOMMY L. SIMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Danny Stone
in this world I don't see love..but cruelty hate..greed backstabbers
..Heartbreakers.. users family members that hurts you a me me attitudes... hypercrites... but when I listen to Amy Grant she reminds me that god is there and does love us unconditionally.. thank you Amy god bless you.
Roy Applewhite
Danny Stone I agree 💯 with you. 🙏🙏🙏
Teka McLaurin
Help your fellow man, AMEN
Bo Skoglund
Thank you God that i found you Amy i remember how i felt when i met you.Real love is very rear these days but i was more lucky to meet you my darling.
Sunset Shimmer Gaming
Ugh. It's a good song and nostalgic to me, yes, but I only hate the song because I remember being in the 3rd grade and having to rehearse dancing and singing to this and "I Believe I Can Fly" for a school concert
M4Carbine2000
This make me love you 💖more by your side always and forever I will love💝you🌈🌈🌈💋💋💋💋😇
Arlon Doughtpn
ABBA..... ABBA.... ABBA.....
Randy Overcash
Tied up a lil helpin a girl got robbed her cash and cell passed her on way funky town she looked stressed. So helpin her a whole. She cashing her ring at pawnif they take it
Klein
WHAT DO THESE PILLS DO
Mr Sexy
Hmmm this is good song name for a stando