Cindy Morgan’s latest project ‘Beautiful Bird’ is her first official ventur… Read Full Bio ↴Cindy Morgan’s latest project ‘Beautiful Bird’ is her first official venture into producing her own record. “I have produced my own demos for years and spent the better part of my adult life in a studio, but until now haven’t felt completely ready for such a task. I have been very fortunate to work with so many great producers over the years. The last couple of years, there has been a little voice in my head telling me to step out and stand on my own two creative feet. So that is what I decided to do. I am heading up the production of this record, but certainly not without a lot of help on the technical side of things with my engineer and co-producer Stephen Leiweke.” (Jars Of Clay, Margaret Becker, Kids In The Way) “My weaknesses are Stephen’s strengths. Among other things he is so good about allowing me take all the time I need to explore an idea and figure out how to get it onto tape.”

The outcome is an album that represents the multiple facets of Cindy’s life as a wife, mother, and storyteller. “One of the greatest things in my life is being a mother to my two girls, Olivia and Savannah. I love seeing the world through their eyes; they teach me so much everyday and, of course, they inspire me.

Song Snapshots

‘Lay Me Down’
‘Lay Me Down’ starts off the record. “I wrote this song with my good friend and soul man Phil Madiera.” The music was inspired by the music from ‘O Brother Where Art Thou’ and came to her while gardening. “I was at our home in Canada, digging in the dirt and had my shovel out trying to break through this huge rock. I started singing this lyric based on a Psalm, Oh lay me down in your green pastures.”

‘The Sun Shines Through’
“This song like many was inspired by a few people in my life… all true stories of how we are sometimes handed a hard road and we wonder how we’ll make it through. It is so good to know that God will not leave us or forsake us, but bring about to completion the good work which He has started in us”.

Morgan has intentionally released few details about this record, preferring to keep it under wraps until just before the release date. In keeping with this path she has also decided to brave the digital frontier, releasing ‘Beautiful Bird’ exclusively in digital format through her website (cindymorganmusic.com) and iTunes, as well as, other hand picked online outlets. “The wonderful thing about doing a record like this is that you throw the rule book out the window… it really sets the creative spirit free to let each song, and the record as a whole, be what it is without boundaries that often squash the creative process.”

This record is a mix of all the musical styles Morgan has been a fan of. “It is a mix of Pop, Appalachia, Country, and Symphonic. I can’t choose the cello over the doboro so I wanted to make a record where they could live together. I am also a great admirer and pursuer of the art of writing a great country song and many of the lyrics are from that approach.” Morgan, who is a dynamic vocalist and pianist, has added to her musical quiver, the lap dulcimer. “I have written on the piano for so many years, it was great writing on different instruments. This really brings about different melodies and character of songwriting… I play the dulcimer and a little guitar.”

A songwriter's songwriter, Morgan has garnered eighteen number one hits that include ‘Listen’, ‘Praise the King’, ‘Take my life’, and ‘I Know You’; as well as Point of Grace’s recent hit ‘How You Live’. Morgan has garnered several Dove Awards and Billboard Music Video Award nominations. Her songs have been recorded by luminaries such as Michael W. Smith, Point Of Grace, Avalon, Rachael Lampa, Brit Nicole, Mandisa, The Martins, Michael English, BeBe
Winans, Sandi Patty, Jaci Velasquez, Mark Schultz, John Tesh, and Natalie Grant.

“A few years ago, I decided it was time for a rest from the road and take more seriously my desire to become a better songwriter. I decided of all places, to do this in Los Angeles. Along with my husband and our then one year old daughter, we headed to our little apartment in Burbank, California.” In Burbank, Morgan worked as a full-time songwriter in the Christian, pop, and country genres, crafting hits including Christy "It was so great to be around people who were not necessarily Christians because I recognized that their search goes on earnestly, and I felt so blessed that I knew what I believed and that I felt truth in that
belief."

Eventually, the family returned to Nashville and bought a house where they still make their home six months of the year. In this jambalaya of settings, Morgan engaged in a journey toward new self-discovery. She stretched as a wife and mother, and matured as a woman and musician. First and foremost, she drank deeply from a spiritual well and grew stronger in her faith. “Everyday is a new journey for me...I think we just keep on struggling and walking toward the path that God has set before us. I am so thankful to be here and to have a wonderful husband and two healthy children. I am so happy that I know Jesus and that He knows me and hears the prayers of my heart. I pray that whatever gifts he has given me, that I make the most of these gifts…never letting anything stand in the way of making manifest the wonderful goodness of God and the good news of what He has done for us.”

Believe
Cindy Morgan Lyrics

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Take a ride
Take a nice long holiday
From the fear
That's been keeping you at bay
Into a warm place
Smile shines on your face
Fall into the arms of heaven

Faith is believing
In all you've been dreaming
The sky is the limit
If your heart is in it
Believe oh believe

I hear
That you sure could use a break
From your tears from your loneliness and pain
Don't be afraid to fall
Give in and give your all
Sweet is the taste of surrender

Sweet is the taste of, yes, sweet is the taste of surrender

Overall Meaning

In "Believe" by Cindy Morgan, the lyrics suggest taking a break from fear and allowing oneself to indulge in a warm and peaceful place. The song encourages listeners to have faith in their dreams, reminding them that there are no limits when their hearts are fully invested. The concept of belief is emphasized throughout the song, as it states that believing is essential to achieving one's desires.

The lyrics mention the listener's need for a break from tears, loneliness, and pain, suggesting that they may be going through a difficult time. The song encourages the listener to not be afraid of falling or giving their all, as surrendering to their circumstances can bring about a sweetness and liberation. It implies that letting go and embracing vulnerability can lead to a sense of relief and inner peace.

The idea of surrender is reiterated in the mention of the sweet taste it brings. This implies that surrendering control and reaching a state of acceptance can be a rewarding experience. The lyrics suggest that by fully giving in and embracing vulnerability, one can find solace and freedom from their burdens. This message serves as a reminder to listeners to let go and trust in the process, allowing themselves to experience the sweetness that comes with surrendering.

Overall, "Believe" by Cindy Morgan encourages listeners to have faith in their dreams, let go of fear, and embrace vulnerability. It promotes the idea that surrendering to circumstances can lead to a sense of liberation and inner peace, ultimately urging listeners to believe in themselves and their pursuits.

Line by Line Meaning

Take a ride
Embark on a journey

Take a nice long holiday
Take a prolonged break

From the fear
Escape the grip of fear

That's been keeping you at bay
That has been holding you back

Into a warm place
Into a comforting environment

Smile shines on your face
Experience genuine happiness

Fall into the arms of heaven
Seek solace and divine support

Faith is believing
Having unwavering trust

In all you've been dreaming
In the aspirations you hold

The sky is the limit
There are no boundaries

If your heart is in it
If you are wholeheartedly invested