Norman was originally involved in Young Life Ministries and gained a considerable fan base by performing at the summer camps there. This has drawn parallels to musician Matt Wertz and producer Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Amy Grant), both who gained fame through their involvement with Young Life. Upon releasing Big Blue Sky, his third album, Norman included a slip asking for donations to the organization. His song "Walk Down This Mountain" is about an experience at Young Life's Wilderness Ranch.
Norman released Between the Dreaming and the Coming True in September 2006. The tour in support of this album featured Christian music newcomers Aaron Shust and Brandon Heath. Norman is a graduate of Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina. His song, "To Find My Way To You" was used on various promos for the CBS sitcom, The Class.
Bebo's single called "Britney" is written to Britney Spears, and is featured on Norman's ninth studio self-titled album. Recently (2007–2008) Bebo has appeared with several notable Christian artists on tour as they present Andrew Peterson's "Behold the Lamb" concerts during the Christmas season.
Bebo Norman's new album, "Ocean", released on September 28, 2010. It's a personal album, according to Norman, that covers the discovery of his true identity and the battle between fear and faith. The singer/songwriter told CBN.com that he hopes "Ocean" causes listeners to "look internally… at where they draw their own identity from. It’s worth wrestling with who we are, where we draw our value from, and where we draw our life from and .... refocusing on the source of whatever season of life we are in rather than focusing on the season itself."
Britney
Bebo Norman Lyrics
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We took you into our arms, and left you cold
Britney, I'm sorry for this cruel, cruel world
We sell the beauty but destroy the girl
Britney, I'm sorry for your broken heart
We stood aside and watched you fall apart
I'm sorry we told you fame would fill you up
I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
You never see it coming back
I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
But I can see it coming back for you
Yes, coming back for you
Britney, I'm sorry for the stones we throw
We tear you down just so we can watch the show
Britney, I'm sorry for the words we say
We point the finger as you fall from grace
I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
You never see it coming back
And I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
But I can see it coming back for you
Yeah, it's coming back for you
Yeah, it's coming back for you
Yeah, it's coming back for you, yeah
Britney, I do believe that love has come
Here for the broken
Here for the ones like us
I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
You never see it coming back
And I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
But I can see it coming back
I know love goes around the world we know
And you never see it coming back
But I can see it coming back for you
Yeah, it's coming back for you
(I can see it coming back)
Yeah, it's coming back for you
(I can see it coming back)
Yeah, it's coming back for you, yeah
(I can see it coming back)
I can see it coming back
I can see it coming back
The lyrics of Bebo Norman's song "Britney" are a direct apology to Britney Spears from the media and society that contributed to her downfall. The song acknowledges the lies that were told to Britney, the way she was exploited by the industry, the lack of sympathy from the public when she fell apart, and the verbal and physical abuse she endured. Bebo Norman highlights the cruelty and harshness of fame and how it can destroy a person's life.
The chorus of "I know love goes around the world we know, and you never see it coming back" emphasizes the lack of love and compassion for Britney during the time of her struggles. The song also recognizes that the negative attention and criticism she faced was done in the name of entertainment for the masses. Bebo Norman sings, "We tear you down just so we can watch the show" and takes responsibility for the destruction and mistreatment of Britney, asking for forgiveness.
Overall, the song serves as a powerful and empathetic message towards Britney Spears from the music industry and society in general. It acknowledges the wrongdoings committed against her and apologizes for not showing more love and support during her difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Britney, I'm sorry for the lies we told
I apologize, Britney, for the falsehoods we propagated
We took you into our arms, and left you cold
We embraced you and abandoned you
Britney, I'm sorry for this cruel, cruel world
I apologize for the harsh, unrelenting nature of this world
We sell the beauty but destroy the girl
We market your appearances, yet harm your inner being
Britney, I'm sorry for your broken heart
My apologies for the damage caused to your heart
We stood aside and watched you fall apart
We remained passive while witnessing your disintegration
I'm sorry we told you fame would fill you up
We regret misleading you to believe that fame would content you
And money moves the man, so drink the cup
Money governs human actions and must be imbibed
I know love goes around the world we know
Love circulates in our environment
And you never see it coming back
But the beneficiaries seldom perceive it flowing back
But I can see it coming back for you
But I perceive it returning to you
Britney, I'm sorry for the stones we throw
I apologize for the denigrating remarks we make about you
We tear you down just so we can watch the show
We debase you for our entertainment
Britney, I'm sorry for the words we say
I apologize for the verbal harm we inflict
We point the finger as you fall from grace
We presume to accuse you as you lose your dignity
Britney, I do believe that love has come
I truly believe that love is present
Here for the broken
Especially for those who are hurting
Here for the ones like us
Here for people like us
Yeah, it's coming back for you
Yes, love is returning to you
(I can see it coming back)
(I clearly perceive its return)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JASON DAVID INGRAM, JEFFREY STEPHEN NORMAN
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