Hilary Weeks delivers music with a rare combination of assuredness and tenderness. With inspiring lyrics and a voice audiences have come to love and depend upon, she shares her heart and insight drawn from everyday life.
Raised in Alaska, Hilary grew up carefree and introspective. The forests, streams, and inlets of her Anchorage home offered a wealth of opportunities for not only exploring, but quiet reflection as well.
“Growing up I spent a lot of time in the forest next to our house,” Hilary says. “It overlooked the ocean and often I would see whales out in the distance. It is still one of my favorite places on Earth. I could go there to be alone and think and pray and try to figure out life. It was my own secret spot where I could commune with Heaven.”
Such communion has always been a guiding theme in Hilary’s life - and music. After finishing her first song at the age of 14, she found her favorite topics to write about were those devoted to the Gospel. But becoming a bestselling, inspirational singer/songwriter was never something she planned.
“If someone had told me after I wrote my first song, that I would someday release seven CDs I wouldn’t have believed them,” she says. “And if they had told me that I would sing those songs in front of thousands of people, I would have run. I never had dreams or plans of becoming a singer or songwriter. I liked music. I loved it. It was just that simple.”
But one simple thing led to another, and her song “He Hears Me” was recorded on the 1993 Especially for Youth album. Three years later Hilary released her solo debut, He Hears Me, for which she was awarded Inspirational Album of the Year by the Faith Centered Music Association. She has since released six albums, her latest being If I Only Had Today (September 2008), as well as two collections of sheet music, The Hilary Weeks Songbook Vol. 1 & 2.
In addition to her solo releases Hilary has been featured on an extensive list of compilation albums and has been the recipient of numerous awards; but for every achievement, she credits the great love of Jesus Christ. And in spite of all the accolades and success, her most beloved moments are those spent with her family.
“I love being with my family,” Hilary (a self-described “homebody”) says. “They are the best thing in my life. I have just been so incredibly blessed. And in addition to a happy, healthy family, somehow, through encouragement of wonderful friends, support of a loving family, and guidance from a patient Heavenly Father my road has also taken me on an incredible musical journey.”
Hilary, her husband Tim, and their four daughters live in Utah.
Past the Point
Hilary Weeks Lyrics
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That's what you'll have to do
If you're gonna stop me
From getting where I'm going to
Try to keep
The sun from coming up
Or the tide from rolling in
Every time I wanted to stop, I kept running
Every time I hit a wall, I climbed
I've broken the bands of my self-limitations
Gonna go until I've gone
Beyond the mark
Further than I ever thought I could
Out of the dark
Into the light
Just like He always knew I would
And when Heaven tells me I can
I believe it
No storm
Not a wave of fear or doubt
No chains of disappointment
Could ever hold me back now
'Cause every time I want to stop, I'll keep running
Every time I hit a wall, I'll climb
I'm breaking the bands of my self-limitations
Gonna go until I've gone
Beyond the mark
Further than I ever thought I could
Out of the dark
Into the light
Just like He always knew I would
And when Heaven tells me I can
I believe it
There it is
Right in front of me
Just a few more steps
Just a few more breaths
And I'll get
Beyond the mark
Further than I ever thought I could
Out of the dark
Into the light
Just like He always knew I would
Beyond the mark
Further than I ever thought I could
Out of the dark
Into the light
Just like He always knew I would
I believe it
Yeah I believe it
"Past the Point" by Hilary Weeks is an ode to personal strength and perseverance. The song is essentially an assertion of the self against adversity, a refusal to be held back by limitations or obstacles of any kind. The lyrics convey the idea that nothing can hold one back if they remain determined and committed to their goals. The opening line, "Lock me up, that's what you'll have to do, if you're gonna stop me from getting where I'm going to" sets the tone for the rest of the song. It implies that the singer is aware of the challenges and difficulties she might face on her journey, but she's not afraid of them. Instead, she sees them as opportunities to prove herself and push beyond her limits.
Throughout the song, the lyrics are imbued with a sense of triumph over adversity. The singer highlights the obstacles she has overcome in the past, but instead of dwelling on them, she uses them as inspiration to keep pressing forward. The lines "Every time I wanted to stop, I kept running, Every time I hit a wall, I climbed" encapsulate this idea of unyielding determination. The repetition of the phrase "Gonna go until I've gone" reiterates this sense of resolve and determination.
The song also has a spiritual undertone, referencing Heaven and having faith in God's plan. The phrase "And when Heaven tells me I can, I believe it" suggests a deep faith in divine providence and the notion that one's destiny is already written. This spiritual aspect adds another dimension to the song, and the idea of pushing beyond one's limits takes on a deeper significance.
Overall, "Past the Point" is a song about resilience and determination, about refusing to be held back by perceived limitations or obstacles. It's a tribute to the human spirit, the strength and fortitude that lies within each of us. The song reminds us that we are capable of achieving greatness if we believe in ourselves and remain determined.
Line by Line Meaning
Lock me up
If you want to stop me, you'll have to imprison me
That's what you'll have to do
Jail is the only way you can curb me
If you're gonna stop me
If you plan to halt my progress
From getting where I'm going to
You won't succeed in preventing my arrival at my destination
Try to keep
Attempt to
The sun from coming up
Prevent the sunrise
Or the tide from rolling in
Inhibit the movement of the sea
Now I know what I'm capable of
I'm now aware of my capabilities
Every time I wanted to stop, I kept running
I persisted every time I felt like giving up
Every time I hit a wall, I climbed
I overcame every obstacle
I've broken the bands of my self-limitations
I've transcended my boundaries
Gonna go until I've gone
I will continue until I've reached my destination
Beyond the mark
Exceeding my own expectations
Further than I ever thought I could
More than I believed possible
Out of the dark
Moving away from negativity
Into the light
Transitioning to positivity
Just like He always knew I would
As God foresaw
And when Heaven tells me I can
If God gives me the go-ahead
I believe it
I trust in His guidance
No storm
No disaster
Not a wave of fear or doubt
Without any apprehension or uncertainty
No chains of disappointment
Without any letdowns holding me back
Could ever hold me back now
I will no longer be restricted
There it is
My goal is in sight
Right in front of me
Just ahead of me
Just a few more steps
Only a few more paces
Just a few more breaths
Just a few more inhalations
And I'll get
Then I will have achieved
Yeah I believe it
Yes, I have faith in myself and God's will
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@intangiawa9315
I had it all mapped out in front of me,
Knew just where I wanted to go;
But life decided to change my plans,
And I found a mountain in the middle of my road.
I knew there was no way over it,
So I searched for a way around;
Brokenhearted I started climbin',
And at the top I found...
Every fear, every doubt,
All the pain I went through;
Was the price that I paid to see this view;
And now that I'm here I would never trade...
The grace that I feel,
And the faith that I find;
Through the bitter-sweet tears,
And the sleepless nights;
I used to pray he'd take it all away,
But instead it became a beautiful heartbreak.
I never dreamed my heart would make it,
I thought about turning around;
But heaven has shown me miracles,
I never would have seen from the ground.
Now I take the rain with the sunshine,
Cause there's one thing that I know;
He picks up the pieces,
Along each broken road.
Every fear, every doubt,
All the pain I went through;
Was the price that I paid to see this view;
And now that I'm here I would never trade...
The grace that I feel,
And the faith that I find;
Through the bitter-sweet tears,
And the sleepless nights.
I used to pray he'd take it all away,
But instead it became a beautiful heartbreak.
I would never trade...
The grace that I feel,
And the faith that I find;
Through the bitter-sweet tears,
And the sleepless nights.
I used to pray he'd take it all away,
But instead it became a beautiful heartbreak.
@LillaDalaHast
My favorite part was the ending, with the signs. If only everyone wore a sign, we would all be so much more compassionate.
@hockey_girl_21
LillaDalaHast What beautiful point!! Thank you! I’m going to find a way to use this to make me a better person. ♥️ “In the quiet heart is hidden sorrow that the eye can’t see.”
@thomassmith1080
Hello Lilla... How are you doing?
@Webbey01
Thanks to Hilary Weeks for making this place better for all of us..
@thomassmith1080
Hello Webbey... How are you doing?
@dkottosen5
It was beautiful. I recently had a 5cm x 5cm x 5cm brain tumor removed. I have also lost a best friend when I was eight and have had 3 miscarriages. So I have had a lot of heart breaks. I wish it wasn't as hard but I have learned a lot . Life is good I do have 5 beautiful healthy kids and I found out today that when I am physically healed from my brain surgery I can have more kids. I have always wanted a big family. Some days are still hard but I just pray for the Lord to help & he does
@thomassmith1080
Hello Denette... How are you doing?
@dianamjohnson1460
It is amazing how carrying a heavy burden like a drug addiction and losing custody of my children after being a faithful convert, serving an honorable mission being sealed in the Temple and experiencing the miracle of being a mother in Zion and now looking back and see everything like a test and a path to grow and gain again my worth , sobriety , my beautiful faith and the love and respect of my boys again I learned to take it like this song's title... a Beautiful Heartbreak. Now I know that no matter how many times I can fall; on every step on the way Jesus and my Heavenly Father will be there for Me to help Me get up and carry on with life again 'till the end.
@anie417
Diana M Johnson, oh my goodness. Would you mind if I contact you? I have also lost custody of my children after my exhusband filed for divorce. We too were sealed in the temple. The biggest mountain anyone can climb!
@richardburks6329
I have been there also. Please keep ur head up