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.”
Love Is The Answer
Cindy Morgan Lyrics
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I can't stay here any more
And I've looked high and low
I've been from shore to shore to shore
If there's a short cut I'd have found it
But there's no easy way around it
Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer
Who knows why someday we all must die
We're all homeless boys and girls
And we are never heard
It's such a lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely world
People turn their heads and walk on by
Well, tell me, is it worth just another try?
Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer
Shine on us all, set us free, love is the answer
Tell me, are we alive, or just a dying planet?
What are the chances?
Ask the man in your heart for the answers
And when you feel afraid, love one another
When you've lost your way, love one another
And when you're all alone, love one another
When you're far from home, love one another
When you're down and out, love one another
When your hope's run out, love one another
When you need a friend, love one another
When you're near the end, love, we got to love
We got to love one another
Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer
Shine on us all, set us free, love is the answer
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In Cindy Morgan's song "Love is the Answer", the singer has reached a point of desperation and is questioning the purpose of life. They have searched for shortcuts and answers to no avail, but the one thing they know for sure is that love is the answer. In a world that can feel so lonely and harsh, the singer urges listeners to turn towards love and to act on it, even when we feel afraid or alone.
The song emphasizes the idea of love being not just an emotion, but a way of life. It urges listeners to show love to one another in all circumstances, whether we're happy, grieving, lost, or near the end of our lives. The lines "Tell me, are we alive, or just a dying planet? What are the chances? Ask the man in your heart for the answers" suggest that love might not be able to solve all of life's mysteries, but it can give us a sense of purpose and connection to one another.
Overall, Cindy Morgan's "Love is the Answer" serves as a reminder of the power of love and connection in a world that can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate.
Line by Line Meaning
Name your price, I'll take you to paradise
I am willing to do anything to find happiness and joy.
I can't stay here any more
I am unhappy and need to move on from my present situation.
And I've looked high and low
I have searched everywhere for answers and solutions.
I've been from shore to shore to shore
I have traveled far and wide, yet still cannot find what I am looking for.
If there's a short cut I'd have found it
If there was an easier way, I would have already discovered it.
But there's no easy way around it
Finding true happiness and fulfillment requires hard work and determination.
Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer
Love is the key to finding enlightenment and fulfillment in life.
Shine on us all, set us free, love is the answer
Love has the power to free us from pain, suffering, and darkness.
Who knows why someday we all must die
The mystery of death is something that nobody can truly understand.
We're all homeless boys and girls
Everyone is searching for a place to belong in this world.
And we are never heard
Sometimes we feel like our voices and opinions do not matter to others.
It's such a lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely world
The world can be a lonely and isolating place, especially when we feel misunderstood.
People turn their heads and walk on by
Sometimes others ignore our problems or struggles, even when we need help.
Well, tell me, is it worth just another try?
Despite these difficulties, we must continue to try and make the most of our lives.
Tell me, are we alive, or just a dying planet?
The state of the world and our own lives can sometimes make us question our purpose.
What are the chances?
What are the odds of us finding true happiness and peace in this world?
Ask the man in your heart for the answers
Sometimes the answers we seek can only be found within ourselves.
And when you feel afraid, love one another
When we feel scared or alone, we should turn to love and support from others.
When you've lost your way, love one another
Love can be a guiding light to steer us in the right direction when we feel lost.
And when you're all alone, love one another
Love can help to ease the pain and loneliness of being by ourselves.
When you're far from home, love one another
Even when we are far from our loved ones, we can still find comfort in the love of others.
When you're down and out, love one another
Love and kindness can be especially powerful when we are at our lowest points in life.
When your hope's run out, love one another
Even when things seem bleak, love can give us hope and strength to keep moving forward.
When you need a friend, love one another
Love can be a bridge to connect us with others and forge meaningful relationships.
When you're near the end, love, we got to love
Love is the most important thing, especially as we near the end of our lives.
We got to love one another
Ultimately, love is the answer to all of life's questions and struggles.
Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer
Again, it is through love that we can find peace, purpose, and understanding in life.
Shine on us all, set us free, love is the answer
The power of love is universal and can bring freedom and liberation to all people.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: POWELL, ANDREW LITTLEWOOD, PAUL BROWNE, PAUL NINEHAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
JD L
This is in my opinion the best cover of the original 1977 version of this song.
elynn
ive always thought that as well
Ariel Sea
The writer is Todd Rundgren of Utopia his version is here on YouTube.
Rita Shaw
Love is the answer!
Love this song! ♥️
"Light of the world, shine on me, love is the answer, shine on us all, set us free, love is the answer!" ♥️🙏
Charles Bailey
You are so right, awesome
Don Rose
Heard it on the radio, stopped everything, called the radio station, ordered the album. One of my top ten favs of all time. Love her, thanks Ms. Morgan.
Kate Barshain
HAHAHA SO DID I!!!! MY EXACT STORY!!!
Josh Simpson
Cindy is so underrated. I'm not that big of a pop fan, but I like her.
flyfast77
She's definitely talented
George Turner
If you like this get her "I know You" great song!!!