Randy Stonehill was born in Stockton, California on March 12, 1952, the son of Leonard Stonehill and his wife, Pauline Correia and is the younger brother of Jeffrey Stonehill.
He graduated from Leigh High School, in San Jose, California, then moved to Los Angeles where he stayed with pioneer Christian Rock singer, Larry Norman.
Stonehill's first album, Born Twice was released in 1971, with financial help from Pat Boone. The albumāone side a live performance, the other side recorded in a studioāwas recorded for a mere
$800US and according to Stonehill, "sounds like every penny of it!" [insert rim-shot here]
A year later, Stonehill made his film acting debut in The Blob sequel, Beware! The Blob (also known as Son of Blob), with Cindy Williams. He also made a cameo appearance in the 1973 Billy Graham film Time to Run, performing his song I Love You.
In 1976, Stonehill released the "Welcome to Paradise" album produced by Larry Norman with Andy Johns (The Who, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin) doing the engineering. This became a landmark album for the songwriter and was voted "3rd most important contemporary Christian album" in a mid-1980s poll of Christian music critics.(Contemporary Christian Music Magazine)
In the late 1970s, Stonehill then joined forces with Daniel Amos for the Amos n' Randy Tour. Stonehill would later provide backing vocals on several of Daniel Amos's musical projects.
1984, 'the album project "Celebrate This Heartbeat" Stonehill joined forces with longtime friend Phil Keaggy for the song Who Will Save The Children? The two later formed The Keaggy/Stonehill Band in 1989 with Daniel Amos bassist Tim Chandler and Swirling Eddie's David Raven on drums. Keaggy and Stonehill would also team up with singer Margaret Becker, drummer Joe English (former member of Paul McCartney and Wings) and others, in 1988 for the Compassion All Star Band's album "One by One".
UPDATED by Mark"The Shark" Christian
That's The Way It Goes
Randy Stonehill Lyrics
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Let your heart be strong - though the road is long, there's a way to go,
Soon enough the path will start to rise to mountains high, and clear and sunny skies,
The way will take you high, the way will take you low - that's the way it goes.
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
And when the raging waters rush your way, and it feels like you won't last another day, let your heart be brave - the calming of the waves is nearer than you know,
Stormy days will be a distant dream floating in a still and quiet stream,
The river will run fast, the river will run slow, 'cause that's the way it goes.
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
Life's a mystery, and we don't always see God's hand,
He's the Lord of love and wonder - one day we will understand.
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again,
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
In Randy Stonehill's song "That's the Way It Goes", the lyrics speak of the ups and downs of life and how one must remain strong and brave during the difficult times. The first stanza talks about being stranded in the valley of despair and feeling as though one will always be there. However, there is hope as the path will soon start to rise leading to mountains high and clear skies. The chorus emphasizes that sometimes life will bring rain and sometimes it will bring sunshine, but no matter what happens, things will work out in the end.
The second stanza talks about facing turbulent times where one feels like they can't go on anymore. But the lyrics encourage the listener to let their heart be brave as the calming of the stormy waters is nearer than they know. Stormy days will eventually become a distant dream, and the river will flow fast and slow. The song ends with the acknowledgment that life is a mystery, and we might not always understand God's plan, but in the end, things will work out fine.
The overall message of "That's the Way It Goes" is one of hope and perseverance. Life is unpredictable, and there will always be downs along with the ups. But, one must keep a strong heart and remain brave during the difficult times, knowing that the calm after the storm is sure to come.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're in the valley of despair, feels as though you always will be there,
When you're feeling down and stuck, it can be hard to see a way out.
Let your heart be strong - though the road is long, there's a way to go,
Stay strong and keep moving forward, even if the way ahead seems difficult and never-ending.
Soon enough the path will start to rise to mountains high, and clear and sunny skies,
Things will get better and you'll find yourself on a high and beautiful path with clear skies.
The way will take you high, the way will take you low - that's the way it goes.
Life has its ups and downs, and that's just the way it is.
And when the raging waters rush your way, and it feels like you won't last another day, let your heart be brave - the calming of the waves is nearer than you know,
When life feels overwhelming, stay courageous because peace and calm will come sooner than you expect.
Stormy days will be a distant dream floating in a still and quiet stream,
Difficult times will eventually fade away and become a distant memory.
The river will run fast, the river will run slow, 'cause that's the way it goes.
Life can be unpredictable and have its own pace, whether that be hurried or slow.
Life's a mystery, and we don't always see God's hand,
We can't always understand the bigger picture and sometimes have to trust that things will work out in the end.
He's the Lord of love and wonder - one day we will understand.
God holds the answers to life's mysteries, and one day we'll have full understanding.
Things are going to work out fine, Rain will fall and then sun will shine again, That's the way it goes sometimes,
Despite life's difficulties, things will ultimately work out and the cycle of up and down will continue.
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
Life has its ups and downs but eventually, the sun will shine again.
Contributed by Abigail F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lizzie G & Me
Beautiful song!
stephen rollins
I have been in the waves, with heavy fog, coming in my face half as long - 12 vs 24 - as my boat. I thank God he saw me thru it. I know my foolishness and bullheadedness got me into it.
Angie Nelson
What a great song. Beautiful.
Claude Thompson
God is so so good š
David Spencer
Here are the lyrics written by Randy Stonehill and Phil Keaggy
When you're in the valley of despair, feels as though you always will be there,
Let your heart be strong - though the road is long, there's a way to go,
Soon enough the path will start to rise to mountains high, and clear and sunny skies,
The way will take you high, the way will take you low - that's the way it goes.
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
And when the raging waters rush your way, and it feels like you won't last another day, let your heart be brave - the calming of the waves is nearer than you know,
Stormy days will be a distant dream floating in a still and quiet stream,
The river will run fast, the river will run slow, 'cause that's the way it goes.
[Lyrics from: https:/lyrics.az/randy-stonehill-phil-keaggy/together-live/thats-the-way-it-goes.html]
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
Life's a mystery, and we don't always see God's hand,
He's the Lord of love and wonder - one day we will understand.
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again,
That's the way it goes sometimes,
Things are going to work out fine,
Rain will fall and then sun will shine again - that's the way it goes.
REVW196
Thanks !
Bates Yang
Good job!
smoothestones1
Clever lyrics.
Debra Elliott
thanks for posting