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."
The Man Inside
Bebo Norman Lyrics
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Making me look up from my precious world
Forcing me to see your point of view
This broken sidewalk, not so broken as
The man who likes to walk, jumping all the cracks
Pushing his old bike, he's sure to smile at you
But you were happy just to be alone
Something magic must have caught my eye
I saw the secret of the man inside
I saw the secret of the man inside
It's not the sun-baked brick lines in your skin
Thick with chain grease, aged and clumsy hands
It isn't struggled words you fight to say
Beneath the man-suit, beneath your purple skin
There is a boy who don't know that he's a man
He simply close his eyes and he can fly away
I was driving in the same old car
But you were dreaming of a land so far away
I was looking through my corner eye
But you were singing with the man inside
You were singing with the man inside
Some think they got a lot to offer
some think they got a lot to give
Those people think they own this world
But some people know to truly live
The song "The Man Inside" by Bebo Norman talks about a chance encounter with a man who, despite his rough exterior and tough life, has a secret inner self that allows him to see the world in a more positive and magical way. The singer is initially caught up in his own world, but the man's infectious smile and happiness start to make him see things from a different perspective. The man's inner self is described as a boy who is able to fly, which could be interpreted as his ability to escape his harsh reality and see the beauty in life, despite his struggles.
The lyrics also contrast the man with those who believe they have a lot to offer and own the world, implying that these people are missing out on something important - the ability to truly live and appreciate the world around them. The song suggests that we should be more like the man inside, who finds joy in the simple things in life and is able to see beyond the surface level.
Overall, "The Man Inside" is a poignant reminder to take the time to appreciate life and the people around us, even when things get tough. The song encourages us to find the magic in the world and to embrace our inner childlike spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
You're waking me up from my daydream
Your presence is making me realize the importance of reality over my imagination
Making me look up from my precious world
Your influence is making me move away from my comfortable spaces to explore the world outside
Forcing me to see your point of view
You are making me change my perspective and understand your opinion
This broken sidewalk, not so broken as
The challenges of walking on a damaged pavement are nothing compared to
The man who likes to walk, jumping all the cracks
the joy of the person who is walking on it and jumping on the cracks
Pushing his old bike, he's sure to smile at you
The person is always happy and approachable, riding his old bike and greeting passersby with a smile
I was looking for the quick way home
I was searching for the easy and efficient route back to my comfort zone
But you were happy just to be alone
You were satisfied with solitude and not worried about reaching any particular destination
Something magic must have caught my eye
I was intrigued by a special aura or something that captivated me
I saw the secret of the man inside
I sensed the hidden beauty or potential within the person
It's not the sun-baked brick lines in your skin
The visible signs of aging and outdoor exposure on your face cannot define you
Thick with chain grease, aged and clumsy hands
Your rough, oily hands or general appearance do not represent your essence
It isn't struggled words you fight to say
Your difficulty or discomfort in expressing thoughts or feelings is not all that defines you
Beneath the man-suit, beneath your purple skin
Under your external layers, your true nature resides, regardless of your skin color or clothing
There is a boy who don't know that he's a man
Your childlike innocence and playful spirit remain within you despite life's challenges and experiences
He simply close his eyes and he can fly away
You have the power to escape reality and find peace within yourself using your imagination and dreams
I was driving in the same old car
I was traveling using the same routine and limited approach
But you were dreaming of a land so far away
You were imagining places beyond the immediate surroundings and possibilities of the current reality
I was looking through my corner eye
I was observing selectively or not fully present in the moment
But you were singing with the man inside
You were expressing your inner joy and beauty through your music or art
Some think they got a lot to offer
Some people overestimate their value and importance in society
some think they got a lot to give
Some individuals believe that they possess abundant resources and talents
Those people think they own this world
Those individuals assume control or power over others and the environment around them
But some people know to truly live
However, some individuals understand that real living involves much more than material possessions or external control
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BEBO NORMAN
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