Hometown: Westchester, NY.
Instruments: He's played piano since he was 4, and later taught himself how to play guitar based on what he knew from piano.
Inspiration: His life experience =)
News: After two years of devoted hard work, Nicholas' full length album, "Something To Believe In", has been released.
Meant to Be
Nicholas Wells Lyrics
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In the middle of the night
When you wish that maybe one star
Would make everything right
When you're calling out for reasons
When you're finding none will do
When it's hard to keep believing
You can trust at least that everything will go along as planned
Though you may not have control of it inside your little hand
And if all the world came crashing down upon your beating heart
You'll know that it was meant to be from the start.
When you're lost without direction
So many of us are
When your heart's got no protection
It makes it easier to scar.
And sometimes scars can shade the future.
Inside you time can stand still.
And your life becomes a picture,
Of what you'd like to be, but never will.
You can trust at least that everything will go along as planned
Though you may not have control of it inside your little hand
And if all the world came crashing down upon your beating heart
You'll know that it was meant to be from the start.
Just float along your winding stream.
Let the current help you dream.
In the end, who you are
Decides which way you go, and how far.
And if time was meant to hurry
To leave our best years in the dust
If the world moves on, why worry?
You're only living the life you must.
And you can trust at least that everything will go along as planned
Though you may not have control of it inside your little hand
And if all the world came crashing down upon your beating heart
You'll know that it was meant to be
You'll know that it was meant to be
You know that it was meant to be from the start
Credits
The lyrics of Nicholas Wells' song "Meant to Be" explore the idea of surrendering control and trusting that everything will work out as it is meant to. The lyrics address the listener directly, inviting them to imagine scenarios where they are searching for answers or feeling lost without direction. The song advises that in times of uncertainty, one can find comfort in the knowledge that life will follow its course, even if we don't always understand or like its direction. Wells encourages listeners to take things as they come, to "float along [their] winding stream" and allow the current to help them dream. The song suggests that our scars and setbacks can shape us, and that it is ultimately up to us to decide who we are and which way we go.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're searching for some answers
In the middle of the night
When you wish that maybe one star
Would make everything right
When you are feeling lost and looking for solutions in the dark moments of the night, hoping that a single event or action can change everything for the better.
When you're calling out for reasons
When you're finding none will do
When it's hard to keep believing
That all your dreams will come true
When you're trying to stay hopeful and reach your goals, but it seems impossible to find the right answers and solutions for your struggles.
You can trust at least that everything will go along as planned
Though you may not have control of it inside your little hand
And if all the world came crashing down upon your beating heart
You'll know that it was meant to be from the start.
Even though you may feel powerless in certain situations, you can have faith that everything happens for a reason and that your life will unfold as it is supposed to, no matter what obstacles come your way.
When you're lost without direction
So many of us are
When your heart's got no protection
It makes it easier to scar.
When you are feeling uncertain about your path in life, it is easy to get hurt and discouraged when things don't go as planned.
And sometimes scars can shade the future.
Inside you time can stand still.
And your life becomes a picture,
Of what you'd like to be, but never will.
Past hurts and experiences can prevent us from moving forward and realizing our full potential, forcing us to live in the shadow of what could have been.
Just float along your winding stream.
Let the current help you dream.
In the end, who you are
Decides which way you go, and how far.
It is important to let life guide you and trust that everything will work out as it is supposed to, but in the end, your character and choices will determine your path and how far you go in life.
And if time was meant to hurry
To leave our best years in the dust
If the world moves on, why worry?
You're only living the life you must.
Life is fleeting, and it is important to make the most of the time you have because worrying about the future or the past wastes the precious moments of the present, and you should focus on living the life that fulfills you.
And you can trust at least that everything will go along as planned
Though you may not have control of it inside your little hand
And if all the world came crashing down upon your beating heart
You'll know that it was meant to be
You'll know that it was meant to be
You know that it was meant to be from the start
Once again, the chorus reassures you that you don't have to be in control of everything in your life, and even if things don't go as you planned, it was meant to be that way, and you should have faith that everything happens for a reason.
Writer(s): Nicholas G. Wells
Contributed by Sophia T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ian Gregory Blain
Years later, I still keep coming back to this song. Great job on your growth as a musician, and I wish you a lot of luck in the future!
Nicholas Wells
It's been quite a while since this one! Hard to really fathom that it's been so long, as it still feels like yesterday. Thanks so much for your kindness and support of my music. We should totally work on something together :D
Ian Gregory Blain
@Nicholas Wells Thanks! I'll try and be in touch soon, it would be my pleasure to work on something together!
Juan Navarro
Mr. Nicholas Wells, you're amazing! Did you write the lyrics? I hope you would post the lyrics too. :) You really have the voice. You are promising. Good luck on your music. A music star is born!!!
Helen weiss
Wow, this video is phenomenal. What a great voice and love the lyrics. You are on your way to fame. I can't wait for your Cd. I can't wait to hear you LIve!!
Lara Lewis
Your voice is soo lovely ! :)
Cecelia Campbell
Love this song!
Jonathan SK
Simple but perfect... great voice
Vincent fernandez-santos
whew! i have to say i wonder why you are not a superstar yet. but you'll soon be one, i'm sure. you're simply phenomenal!
Mediya 007
omg i love it like im over the clouds in the middle of night and listening this song