BarlowGirl's Philosophy
The band has gained a following with their "Anti-Conformity" message of "Don't be conformed, be Transformed" from Romans 12:1-2. Besides believing in abstinence and modesty, the band has also taken a stand on not dating, but their main message remains that people should look to God for love and security, and he will bring everything else into our lives. Very simply, trust God. They encourage people to trust the unseen. Just because you can't see God doesn't mean He isn't there!
Self Titled Debut Album
BarlowGirl instantly hit the spotlight in 2004 with their acclaimed self-titled debut album, coupled with the success of its first single, Never Alone. The longest running No. 1 song in 2004 on R&R’s CHR and CRW Rock charts, Never Alone was named "Song of the Year" on each of these charts. The CD has sold over 250,000 units (as of April 2005) and featured the singles Never Alone and Mirror which both garnered much airplay on Christian radio stations. These number one songs earned the trio four 2005 GMA (Gospel Music Association) awards (formerly the Dove Award) award nominations, including the prestigious Best New Artist award, Best Rock Song and Rock Album. The trio was the best selling new Christian artist of 2004. BarlowGirl received a 2006 GMA award nomination for Rock/Contemporary Song of the Year for Mirror.
Another Journal Entry
Their second album, Another Journal Entry, was released on September 27, 2005. The first single from the album, Let Go, had already begun receiving airplay on Christian radio stations. Their next single from this album, I Need You to Love Me, has also received recent some airplay on some Christian radio stations after the album's debut. The album debuted at #3 on Soundscan's Christian album chart, and, as of Oct. 10, is at 85 on Billboards Top 200 Current Albums chart. The trio was nominated for three additional 2006 GMA (Gospel Music Association) awards: Group of the Year, Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year, and and Rock Recorded Song of the Year for Let Go.
Love Is Marching
BarlowGirl Lyrics
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That anyone could change the world
It wouldn't come by power or strength
But through the ones who choose to love
Cause everyone will pass
And when we've breathed our last
Can we say we have lived for more
La-la-love la-love
La-la-love la-love
Can you feel his heart beating
The sound of love that's marching on
And when our hearts begin to break
Along with his, this world will change
Love is marching to his heartbeat
The lyrics to BarlowGirl's song Love Is Marching In are inspired by the idea that loving one another has the power to change the world. The first verse recounts the message that the singer was taught when she was young, that the world can be changed through love rather than force. It is emphasized that it is not those with power and strength that can change the world but those who choose to love. The chorus then poses the question, "Can we say we have lived for more? And did we live to die for la-la-love?" suggesting that the purpose of life is to in some way serve love and the greater good.
The second verse emphasizes the transient nature of our existence, but appeals to us to ask ourselves what kind of legacy we want to leave behind. It is suggested that when our time comes to pass, it is essential that we have done our best to live for more than ourselves, and that we have lived to die for love. The bridge encourages us to feel His heartbeat and recognize the sound of love that is marching on with the hope that our hearts will begin to break along with His and this world will change. The recurring theme throughout the song is that love has the power to make a difference and can change the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I was told when I was young
From a young age, it was made known to me that anyone can make a difference in the world.
That anyone could change the world
It is possible for each individual to make an impact and make the world a better place.
It wouldn't come by power or strength
Positive change cannot be forced through strength or power.
But through the ones who choose to love
Instead, it comes from the actions of those who decide to spread love and kindness.
Cause everyone will pass
At some point, everyone will inevitably die.
And when we've breathed our last
Once we have taken our last breaths, we reflect on our lives.
Can we say we have lived for more
Have we done enough in our lives to make a positive impact?
And did we live to die for
Did we truly live our lives with a purpose that was bigger than ourselves?
La-la-love la-love
Love is an important element of life and can change everything for the better.
Can you feel his heart beating
Do you sense the love and compassion of a higher power?
The sound of love that's marching on
Love is a powerful force that will continue to progress forward.
And when our hearts begin to break
When we experience pain or grief in our lives.
Along with his, this world will change
If we can empathize with others and share in their feelings, we can create change that will make the world a better place.
Love is marching to his heartbeat
Love is moving onward with a greater purpose, progressing towards something bigger and better.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALYSSA KATHERINE BARLOW, BARLOWGIRL ., LAUREN ASHLEY NICOLE BARLOW, MARY ANN BARLOW, REBECCA ELIZABETH MARIE BARLOW, VINCENT ROBERT FRANCIS BARLOW
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