He released several albums, first with his sister CeCe Winans, and later as a solo artist. He currently hosts his own nationally syndicated radio program, The BeBe Winans Radio Show. In 1989, BeBe won His First Grammy for Best Soul Gospel Performance, Male for his contribution to "Abundant Life", a track on his brother Ronald's Family & Friends Choir
Discography
Solo Albums
* Cherch (The Movement Group, 2007)
* Dream (The Movement Group/Still Waters/Hidden Beach, 2005)
* Live and Up Close (Motown, 2002)
* Love & Freedom (Motown, 2000)
* BeBe Winans (Sparrow/Atlantic, 1997)
With CeCe Winans
* The Best Of BeBe And CeCe (2006)
* Greatest Hits (1996)
* Relationships (1994)
* First Christmas (1993)
* Different Lifestyles (1991)
* Heaven (1988)
* BeBe And CeCe Winans (1987)
* Lord Lift Us Up (1984)
Singles
* "Love Me Anyway"
* "Do You Know Him"
* "Jesus Children Of America"
* "Coming Back Home"
* "I Wanna Be The One (featuring Eternal)"
* "Thank You"
* "In Harm's Way"
BeBe's official website is found at www.bebewinans.net.
Oh Happy Day
Bebe Winans Lyrics
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Oh happy day (oh happy day)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
He washed my sins away (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
And live rejoicing every, everyday
Oh, happy day
He taught me how
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
The song "Oh Happy Day" is a gospel hymn that celebrates the joyous feeling of being cleansed and saved by Jesus. The repetition of the phrase "oh happy day" in the chorus serves to reinforce the intensely positive emotions that come with this salvation.
The verses of the song speak more specifically to the impact that Jesus has had on the singer's life. The line "he taught me how to watch, fight and pray" suggests that the singer has been given instruction on how to live a faithful and righteous life. The use of the word "fight" suggests that this instruction may include a call to battle against evil or temptation.
At its core, "Oh Happy Day" is a song of gratitude and celebration. The singer is overjoyed that his or her sins have been washed away and that he or she has been given the tools to live a fulfilling and righteous life. The repetition of the phrase "oh happy day" serves as a powerful reminder of these feelings, making the song a beloved staple of gospel music.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This is a day of celebration and joy.
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This is a day of happiness and contentment.
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus cleansed me of my sins
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus purified my soul,
When Jesus washed (when Jesus washed)
When Jesus made me whole.
He washed my sins away (oh happy day)
He eliminated my wrongdoings and immoralities.
Oh happy day (oh happy day)
This is a day of celebration and joy.
He taught me how to watch, fight and pray, fight and pray
He educate me to be alert, brave, and to pray.
And live rejoicing every, everyday
And to enjoy and celebrate every day of my life.
Oh, happy day
Oh, what a joyful day it is
Lyrics © RAOUL BRETON EDITIONS, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Edwin Hawkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ken
on Tonight, Tonight
BeBe is a Christian music artist. This is a song about needing God. Life’s situations have made life difficult and they are in need of God’s help.
The “winds obey” is a reference to when Jesus was on a boat with his disciples and the storms came, and Jesus spoke the words “Peace! be still”; the line “the winds obey” is a popular line in many gospel songs and hymns. Listen to the ad libs at the end, and you will get a sense of what the song is about. There are phrases such as “You said if there was ever a situation, O Lord”, also CeCe sings the words “Kum by yah” (come by here). When we try to make sense of it without applying the true meaning, it ends up being a random, unconnected set of words. It is clearly a prayer, a cry for help in song - which is not that strange subject matter for a gospel artist!
Ken
on Tonight, Tonight
The song "Tonight Tonight" by BeBe Winans speaks of the power of love and the importance of having someone special in one's life. The way this person's smile lights up everything and makes all troubles fade away is emphasized in the opening lines of the song. The person's very presence has the ability to calm storms, even the winds listen to their words. It is evident that this love is what makes them high, what brings them joy and happiness, and it is what they long for every night.
As the song progresses, BeBe mentions how life can be tough and how the bills can pile up. In such moments, this special someone becomes all the more important. Love, in this instance, provides a source of hope and encouragement, something to hold onto when times get hard. The song expresses the need to share life with this person, to have them by their side in both good times and bad. The idea that this love is something that can make even the hardest situation bearable is echoed throughout the lyrics. In essence, "Tonight Tonight" is a song of love, hope, and the power of having someone special in your life.