The Winans released their debut album, Introducing the Winans, in 1981, which was produced by Crouch and featured the now-classic cuts "The Question Is" and "Restoration." The 1983 follow-up, Long Time Comin', started to break the group to a wider audience, reaching the Top Ten on the gospel album charts; it also produced another staple of their repertoire in the ballad "Long Time Comin' (Holdin' On)." The title track of their third album, Tomorrow (which also made the gospel Top Ten), won the group its first Grammy for Best Soul Gospel Performance by a Duo or Group in 1985. In the wake of that success, the Winans moved over to famed producer Quincy Jones' Qwest label. Their label debut, Let My People Go, topped the gospel albums chart in 1986, and featured their first high-profile duet -- with Vanessa Bell Armstrong on "Choose Ye." Meanwhile, the title track won another Grammy, and the group received the first of three consecutive Dove Awards as Best Contemporary Gospel Group. Released in 1987, Decision was another number one hit on the gospel charts, and produced the Winans' first big crossover hit in the Anita Baker duet "Ain't No Need to Worry." The single made the Top 20 on the R&B charts and won a third straight Grammy.
Following this run as one of the most popular gospel groups in America, the Winans slowed their pace a little. Aside from the 1988 concert album Live at Carnegie Hall, the group didn't release any new music until 1990's Return. Return was another big crossover success, going gold and just missing the Top Ten on the R&B album charts. It featured a duet with Stevie Wonder on "Everyday the Same," and the Teddy Riley-produced "It's Time" was a major hit with secular audiences, reaching the R&B Top Five. Riley also worked on "A Friend," which became a fan favorite, and saxman Kenny G appeared on another single, "When You Cry." Released in 1993, All Out upped the ante for high-profile guest appearances, featuring Wayman Tisdale (on the single "Payday"), R. Kelly, Lalah Hathaway, Ricky Van Shelton, and Kenny Loggins. Despite winning a Grammy for Best Soul Gospel Album, All Out didn't sell as well with secular audiences as its immediate predecessors. Perhaps as a result, the Winans didn't court crossover success as ardently on its follow-up, 1995's Heart & Soul, which returned them to the Top Five on the gospel album charts. After Heart & Soul, the Winans took a break from performing to concentrate on individual interests and ministries. They did return in 2000 with the holiday album Christmas: Our Gifts to You. In 2002, Rhino Records released the 16-track retrospective The Very Best of the Winans, and the entire Winans family -- not just the group itself -- hit the road in support, marking the first time in a decade that all the family members had performed together.
Finders Keepers
The Winans Lyrics
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Soon as spring arrives
With all of its splendor and surprise
It finds its way within our lives
But then there comes a change
The sun draws closer to our eyes
We say "Hooray" and touch the skies
Then it all must leave
Fall comes to us in midsummer time
It brings to us the autumn side
And the lovely snow soon will cover
The beauty of autumns cover, know that
Chorus:
Finders keepers, losers weepers
But I found someone who will never change
Today, tomorrow, He's still the same
And He won't ever go away
Verse 2:
You find a love and marry her sweet
You start to raise a family
And many happy days and anniversaries
But then there comes a change
A man embarks upon a career
He works and works for many years
Then he sits in silent tears
Because its gone away
We live a life of uncertainty
Just reaching for security
But I found someone in whom I am sure
His love will always endure, you know that
Chorus
Finders keepers, losers weepers
I found the Lord and so I'll never weep
The love He gives, I'll always keep
For He won't ever go away
He won't ever go away x2
Finders will be keepers
(sent by PMitchel)
The Winans's song Finder's Keepers beautifully illustrates the transience of life and the importance of finding stability in something that will not change. The song talks about the changing seasons, the passing of time, and the various stages of life that we go through. The first verse talks about the arrival of spring, with all its beauty and excitement, and how it eventually gives way to summer and then to fall. The lyrics suggest that life is constantly changing, and that we cannot hold onto the good times forever.
The second verse talks about the different stages of life, from falling in love and getting married to embarking on a career and starting a family. However, just like the changing seasons, these stages of life are not permanent and eventually come to an end. These changes can leave us feeling uncertain and insecure, but the chorus offers a ray of hope. It speaks of finding something or someone who will never change, who will always be there for us, and who will never go away.
Overall, the song is a poignant reminder of the impermanence of life and the importance of finding stability and security in something that will endure. It offers comfort and hope to those who may be going through a difficult time, reminding them that there is always something to hold onto, something that will never change.
Line by Line Meaning
Soon as spring arrives
As soon as the season of spring comes into existence
With all of its splendor and surprise
Bringing along all its glory and unexpectedness
It finds its way within our lives
Spring becomes a part of our lives
But then there comes a change
However, change is inevitable
The sun draws closer to our eyes
The sun gets nearer to us
We say "Hooray" and touch the skies
We celebrate the warmth of summer and feel alive
Then spring turns to summers greens
Spring fades away and summer arrives
Then it all must leave
Summer too comes to an end
Fall comes to us in midsummer time
The season of autumn begins during midsummer
It brings to us the autumn side
Autumn sets in with its characteristics and features
And the lovely snow soon will cover
The beauty of snow will soon take over
The beauty of autumns cover, know that
The beauty of autumn will soon be hidden under snow
Finders keepers, losers weepers
A familiar phrase indicating that whoever finds something can keep it while the one who lost it will be saddened
But I found someone who will never change
However, the singer found someone who remains constant
Today, tomorrow, He's still the same
This constant being will remain the same always
And He won't ever go away
This constant being will never leave
You find a love and marry her sweet
When you find love and marry a person you adore
You start to raise a family
You begin to start a family together
And many happy days and anniversaries
And you share many happy moments and anniversaries together
A man embarks upon a career
A person begins their professional journey
He works and works for many years
They work hard for a considerable amount of time
Then he sits in silent tears
However, one day they find themselves crying silently
Because its gone away
Due to the loss of their career, maybe due to retirement or other reasons
We live a life of uncertainty
Life is unpredictable and full of uncertainty
Just reaching for security
We seek various ways to feel secure
But I found someone in whom I am sure
The singer found someone who they are certain about
His love will always endure, you know that
This entity's love will always persist
I found the Lord and so I'll never weep
The singer found God and hence will never feel sorrowful
The love He gives, I'll always keep
The love bestowed by God will always stay with the singer
He won't ever go away
God will never abandon them
He won't ever go away x2
This line reiterates that the singer's faith in God is unshakeable
Contributed by Joseph J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@fastfarkyfitness7452
After salvation the Winans were some of the earliest Christian music I listened to for inspiration and that was in the 80's. This song popped back into my spirit about a week ago and I can't stop listening to it. What a classic. Gotta love Jesus. So glad i found him and I sure am keeping him. .. ❤️
@mjspov7983
Me and my brothers sang this song at church 30 years ago. Priceless❤
@donaldthompkins8256
Thank You Lord
@donaldthompkins8256
Thank You Lord
@curtisgilbert7397
2023 - we live a life of uncertainty, just reaching for security, but I found someone who will never change, Today , Tomorrow, He's still the same, Amen 🙏🏿
@dcuolordsservent803
Since I've been born on this earth. I remember hearing this somg being played since I was 5 years old every Sunday until I was 17. Ty grandma and popa, your grandson will make you proud and not ashamed in the kingdom of heaven. QAM YASHARALAH!
@vennishajam11
This song brings back such GOOD memories. Thank you GOD for all the life lesson...Amen❤😊😊
@drummiwilliams64
This song pulls on my heart string and reminds me of some stupid mistakes I’ve made in my life and regrets how the God of grace gives us second chances . This song sums up life in general we have to make the most of it and live to glorify God with our life in general, in deed finders keepers .....
@SexyAzzHell93
Amen
@sonnyharris7078
I was bold enough to sing this song in a talent show in 87...................................man where the time go....................