Williams rose to noteriety when she joined Destiny's Child, one of the most successful female groups of all time with whom she earned a Grammy Award for "Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals" for single "Survivor".
Raised in a Christian family, Williams learned to sing in her church's choir. She later sang in a musical quartet called United Harmony alongside sister Cameron. After attending Auburn High School and being a part of the C.A.P.A (Creative And Performing Arts) program there, she pursued a degree in criminal justice at Illinois State University before leaving to pursue a career in music. Whilst touring as a backing vocalist for R&B star Monica, the opportunity arose for Williams to join Destiny's Child in 2000.
After the release and promotion of the grammy-nominated Destiny's Child album Survivor, Williams became the first member to release a solo studio album in 2002. Her debut, Heart To Yours , shot up to #1 on the Billboard Gospel Chart, where it spent a total of 46 weeks and also peaked within the top 20 of the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums before being listed at #6 on the year-end Gospel Albums chart. Also a critical success, the album won Williams an award for "Best Gospel Act" at the 2003 MOBO Awards. Billboard ranked Williams as the #5 Top Gospel Artist of 2002. Williams then made her acting debut in the Broadway hit, Aida, replacing R&B singer Toni Braxton; making her the first and only member of Destiny's Child to appear on Broadway.
Following the success of her debut, Michelle released her sophomore album, entitled Do You Know, in 2004 which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart, #2 on the Billboard Gospel Chart and was well received by critics who lent particular praise to her songwriting ability.
In 2006, she made her television debut in the UPN comedy Half & Half, where she played the role of Naomi. In 2007, Williams returned to theatre, starring in the first US national tour of The Colour Purple alongside LaToya London and Stephanie St. James, which earned her a nomination for "Best Lead Female Actress" at the 18th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards.
Williams released her third (and first commercial pop) album, Unexpected in 2008. The highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed pop debut features singles; "We Break The Dawn" which peaked at #47 in the UK, #38 in Hungary and #4 on the US Dance chart; "The Greatest", which topped the US Billboard Dance chart; and "Hello Heartbreak". In 2009, "The Greatest" was listed at #39 on the decade-end, 2000-2009 Billboard Dance chart, one place behind "Lose My Breath" which Williams released as a member of Destiny's Child.
In 2009 she starred in the hit West-End production of Chicago, making her the first African-American to be cast in the lead role. The following year she replaced Ashlee Simpson in the Broadway production of the legendary musical before beginning an engagement at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. She further pursued acting in 2011, originating the lead role of Lena Summer in David E. Talbert's What My Husband Doesn't Know, which was released on DVD the same year.
In 2011, Williams released a collaboration with dance artist Ultra Naté titled "Waiting on You" which became her third top 20 entry on the US Billboard Dance chart where it peaked at #11.
In 2012, it was announced Williams had signed with Light Records/eOne. In 2013, Williams joined the US national tour of three-time Tony Award-winning musical Fela! and reunited with Destiny's Child at the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show.
In 2013, it was announced that Williams will star in her own reality show titled My Sister's Keeper, produced by eOne, to coincide with the release of her fourth solo album.
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2 The actress Michelle Ingrid Williams (Marilyn Monroe ) features on the soundtrack of the film My Week with Marilyn singing It's a Wrap, I found a Dream, That Old Black Magic and a medley of 'When love goes wrong, Nothin' Goes Right' & 'Heat Wave'.
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Change the World
Michelle Williams Lyrics
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You don't have to compromise
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
Everybody's looking for someone who they can trust.
You can be that one, you can show them what it means
To love.
Don't compromise all the gifts God has placed inside
Have the power to change the world, don't let the
World change you. You.
You gotta realize, God has a purpose for your life.
You don't have to compromise
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
You gotta recognize, Truth is right before your eyes.
You have the power to change lives.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
The world is watching you,
They can see that God is on your side.
Because always comes, comes when you need
And he's always right on time.
Ooh. He's proven that his love for you is so true, so
True.
So you have the power to change the world,
Don't let the world change you.
You've gotta realize, God has a purpose for your life.
You don't have to compromise
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
You gotta recognize, Truth is right before your eyes.
You have the power to change lives.
Change the world, don't let the world ...
You've been called by God to change the world, and now
Is the time.
You never have to worry, never be afraid.
Cause God is on your side.
Oh....you have the power to stand for God in this
Hour. (change the world, change the world)
You've gotta realize, God has a purpose for your life.
(he has a purpose for your life)
You don't have to compromise (no, no, yeah)
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
You gotta recognize, Truth is right before your eyes.
You have the power to change lives.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
The song Change the World by Michelle Williams is an inspirational and empowering anthem that encourages individuals to embrace God's purpose for their lives and use their gifts to make a difference in the world. The song emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not compromising one's values and beliefs in the face of worldly pressures.
The song urges individuals to recognize the truth that is right in front of their eyes and to use the power that God has placed inside them to change lives and make a positive impact on the world. The lyrics emphasize the idea that God is always on our side and that we can rely on His love and support to help us be the agents of change that we were meant to be.
Overall, Change the World is a powerful and uplifting song that promotes self-confidence and encourages individuals to embrace their true purpose and potential in order to make a difference in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
You gotta realize, God has a purpose for your life.
Understand that God has a plan for your life.
You don't have to compromise
You don't have to settle for less.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
Be a positive influence on the world and don't let negative influences change who you are.
Everybody's looking for someone who they can trust.
People want someone they can rely on.
You can be that one, you can show them what it means To love.
You can be the trustworthy person and show others how to show love.
Don't compromise all the gifts God has placed inside Of you.
Don't give up on the talents and abilities God has given you.
Have the power to change the world, don't let the World change you. You.
You have the influence and ability to make a difference, don't let negative influences change who you are.
You gotta recognize, Truth is right before your eyes.
Realize that the truth is easily seen.
You have the power to change lives.
You have the ability to positively impact others.
The world is watching you, They can see that God is on your side.
Others are observing your actions and can see your faith in God.
Because always comes, comes when you need And he's always right on time.
God always comes through when you need Him and He's always right on time.
He's proven that his love for you is so true, so True.
God has shown His unconditional love for you.
You've been called by God to change the world, and now Is the time.
God has called you to make a positive impact on the world and now is the time to start.
You never have to worry, never be afraid. Cause God is on your side.
You don't have to fear because God is always with you.
Oh....you have the power to stand for God in this Hour. (change the world, change the world)
You have the ability to stand up for God and make a difference in the present moment.
Change the world, don't let the world change you.
Be a positive influence on the world and don't let negative influences change who you are.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RICHARD E BEACH JR, MICK BROWN, DON DOKKEN, JEFF PILSON
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GBOLAHAN ALEGE
I like the message of this one.
Kristopher Haney
I really need this song right now
Jerome Nichols
I love this song..
Tameka Shontae
Mannnn I do too
Brittany Rocket
@Tameka Shontae Me Too
Loon Young
Yes!!!!!!
sierra Williams
My favorite song