Since our first recording in 1990, the internationally acclaimed Chicago Ma… Read Full Bio ↴Since our first recording in 1990, the internationally acclaimed Chicago Mass Choir has grown into one of the strongest and most exciting choirs on the gospel scene. We have been at the top of Billboard's charts, won numerous awards, and have been nominated for multiple Stellar Awards and Grammy Awards with our gimmick-free, straight ahead approach to gospel music.

Making a Way
Chicago Mass Choir Lyrics

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Making a way
Oh Lord, You made a way,
Out of no way, out of no way
You've been my bridge over troubled water
You've been my hope, hope for tomorrow
Making a way
Making a way out of no way
Yes, He's a way maker

Made a way out of no way
Turn my night into day

Yes, He's a way maker
Making a way

Overall Meaning

The song "Making a Way" by Chicago Mass Choir is a gospel song that celebrates God's ability to make a way out of no way. The opening lines of the song, "Oh Lord, You made a way, out of no way, out of no way," acknowledge the power of God to perform miracles and bring hope to those who have none. The choir goes on to sing about how God has been their "bridge over troubled water" and their "hope for tomorrow." They recognize that without God's grace and intervention, they would be lost, but with God on their side, they can overcome any obstacle.

The repeated refrain of the song, "Making a way, making a way out of no way, Yes, He's a way maker," emphasizes the choir's belief in God's ability to do the impossible. They sing about how God has turned their "night into day," transforming their lives and giving them hope for the future. The song is a powerful testament to the enduring faith of the choir and their unwavering belief in God's love and mercy.

Line by Line Meaning

Making a way
God is creating a new path for me

Oh Lord, You made a way,
God is responsible for creating this new path

Out of no way, out of no way
God is performing the impossible

You've been my bridge over troubled water
God has helped me through difficult times

You've been my hope, hope for tomorrow
God has given me a positive outlook on the future

Making a way
Reaffirming that God is creating a new path

Making a way out of no way
Emphasizing that God is performing the impossible

Yes, He's a way maker
Confirming that God is creating this new path

Made a way out of no way
Reiterating that God is performing the impossible

Turn my night into day
God provides light in dark times

Yes, He's a way maker
Confirming again that God is creating a new path