Point of Grace is a group of Christian pop music singers and authors. This … Read Full Bio ↴Point of Grace is a group of Christian pop music singers and authors. This all-ladies trio consists of Shelley Breen, Denise Jones, and Leigh Cappillino. The group started out as a quartet in 1991, with original members Breen and Jones, as well as Terry Jones and Heather Payne. In November 2003, Terry Jones decided she needed to spend more time with her family after giving birth to her third child, and left the group, with Cappillino joining in March 2004 for their 2004 release I Choose You. In June 2008, Payne announced her retirement from the group, in order to spend more time with her husband and four children.

In 1998, they added a touring band, with Cappillino's husband, Dana, and Tommy McGee as permanent band members on guitar and on bass, respectively.

In 2006, former Avalon member Michael Passons added his work to the group's live show, usually opening the set with a few solo songs and backing the group on keyboards.

The group's debut self-titled album was released in 1993; since then, they have been recognized as one of the top Contemporary Christian music bands in the United States. In 2003, they released their ninth album, 24 - a compilation of their 24 consecutive #1 radio singles. To this date, no band in any genre has matched this record. As of 2006 the girls have 27 #1 radio singles.

The group has started a conference for young girls, the Girls of Grace series

That's the Way It's Meant to Be
Point of Grace Lyrics

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Every single heart needs a home
Everybody needs a touch of human kindness
It's no wonder we feel alone
'cause all in all we need each other

Everybody has a day
When it seems that everything is going no where
Looking for a touch from above to find god's love

And in it all you know we need each other
Let's understand that we're in it together

(chorus) 1
Take a ride through the streets of gold
On a train that's going to set us free
Hand in hand we will share the load
We're strong together as a family tree
Just reach out and you know i'll be there
In your time of need
That's the way it's meant to be

If somebody lets you down
Don't you want to turn away and run for cover?
Don't let it steal your joy don't let it destroy
'cause in it all you know we need each other
It's by design that we're in it together

(chorus) 2
Take a ride through the streets of gold
On a train that's going to set us free
Hand in hand we will share the load
We're strong together as a family tree
Just reach out and you know i'll be there
You can count on me
That's the way it's meant to be
We're brothers and sisters

We're in it together
'cause that's the way he meant it to be

Overall Meaning

"That's the Way It's Meant to Be" is a song by Point of Grace that speaks to the very essence of human existence: the need for each other. The opening line affirms the need for every human heart to have a home, and the lyricist emphasizes that everyone needs a touch of human kindness. The song acknowledges the feeling of loneliness that inevitably comes if we don't have each other.

The first verse reminds us that every person has a day when everything seems to be going nowhere, and at that moment, we need a touch from outside ourselves. The message of the song is clear: in the end, we need each other; we need to understand that we are in it together, and when we stand together, we can conquer anything.

The chorus brings the message together with promises of gold-paved streets, the freedom to be our authentic selves, sharing the burden, and being a family-tree that's rooted in love. The lyricist goes further by reaching out to you, the listener, and promises that they will be there in your time of need. The song closes with the reminder that we are brothers and sisters, and we are in it together because that's the way he meant it to be.

Line by Line Meaning

Every single heart needs a home
Everyone needs a place where they feel loved and welcomed, where they can be themselves and find comfort.

Everybody needs a touch of human kindness
Kindness is something that everyone needs in their lives. It can make a big difference in someone's day and can help them feel loved and appreciated.

It's no wonder we feel alone
When we don't receive the love and kindness we need, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected from others.

'cause all in all we need each other
Ultimately, we are all dependent on each other to meet our emotional and social needs. We are all in this together.

Everybody has a day
It's normal to have bad days that feel like everything is going wrong and we need some extra support.

When it seems that everything is going no where
Sometimes life can feel like it's not going anywhere, and we need something to give us hope and direction.

Looking for a touch from above to find god's love
Finding faith and hope in a higher power can give us the strength and motivation we need to keep going when life gets tough.

And in it all you know we need each other
Even in our individual struggles, we still need each other for support and connection. We are stronger together than alone.

Let's understand that we're in it together
We need to recognize that we all face challenges and need each other for support. We should work together to build each other up and create a community of love and kindness.

Take a ride through the streets of gold
This is a metaphor for experiencing the joy and happiness that come with living a good life and having strong relationships with others.

On a train that's going to set us free
This is a metaphor for the journey we take to find happiness and freedom in life, which is often easier when we have others with us on the journey to share the load.

Hand in hand we will share the load
We are stronger when we support each other and share the burdens of life together. We should help each other and be there for each other in times of need.

We're strong together as a family tree
Like a family tree with strong roots and branches, we are stronger together when we support each other and grow together as a community.

Just reach out and you know i'll be there
We should always be there for each other when someone needs us, and we should be willing to reach out for help when we need it ourselves.

In your time of need
This is a reminder that we should be there for each other in times of trouble or sadness, providing the support and love that is needed to get through tough times.

If somebody lets you down
People will sometimes disappoint us, but we should try not to let it get us down or discourage us from seeking connection and support from others.

Don't you want to turn away and run for cover?
When we feel hurt or let down, it can be tempting to isolate ourselves and withdraw from others rather than seek their support.

Don't let it steal your joy don't let it destroy
We should try not to let negative experiences or emotions take away our happiness or ability to connect with others. We can find joy and strength in community and support.

It's by design that we're in it together
We are meant to be connected to each other and to rely on each other for support and emotional connection. Community is an important part of human life.

We're brothers and sisters
This is a reminder that we are all part of the same human family, with much in common in terms of our experiences, emotions, and needs for connection and love.

'cause that's the way he meant it to be
This is a reference to God or a higher power, acknowledging that we are designed to live in community and to support each other as part of a larger divine plan.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BRUCE SUDANO, MICHAEL OMARTIAN

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