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.
Gonna Be Alright
The Winans Lyrics
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Troubles will go
When it's all said and done
One thing I know
It's gonna be alright
It's just the way He planned it
It's gonna be okay
Heartaches will come
Heartaches will go
When it's all said and done
One thing I know
It's gonna be alright
It's just the way He planned it
It's gonna be okay
Just hold on
Time and time again
We feel the grass is always greener
Over on the so called other side
But know the darkest night is just
Before the break of light
We'll be just fine
God's on our side
We will survive
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
Yea though I walk through the valley
Of the shadow of death
I won't fear,cos You're there
Your rod and Your staff comfort me
Goodness and mercy follows me
And I will dwell in Your house always
The Winans’s song “Gonna Be Alright” is a song about the ups and downs of life and how, regardless of what happens, everything is going to be okay. The song is built around the idea that troubles and heartaches come and go, as life is full of surprises. However, despite the difficulties we encounter, we should always hold on to faith, for God is on our side and will always see us through.
The song’s verses remind us that we should always have faith in God, for He has a plan for everything. Even in the darkest moments of life, when everything seems bleak, we can take comfort in knowing that God is there to guide us through. Moreover, we should always hold on to our faith, for it is through our faith that we will find the strength to face the challenges of life.
The chorus repeats the central message of the song: that everything is going to be alright. It reminds us that we should not worry, for God has everything under control. All we have to do is hold on to our faith and trust that everything is going to be alright. The song ends with a powerful declaration of faith, as the singer declares that he will always dwell in God’s house.
Line by Line Meaning
Troubles will come
Life will have its ups and downs
Troubles will go
Difficult times do not last forever
When it's all said and done
In the end
One thing I know
I am certain
It's gonna be alright
Everything will turn out fine
It's just the way He planned it
It is part of God's plan
It's gonna be okay
Things will be fine
Just hold on
Stay strong and persevere
Heartaches will come
Suffering and pain are inevitable
Heartaches will go
Suffering and pain will not last forever
Time and time again
Repeatedly
We feel the grass is always greener
We believe others have it better than us
Over on the so called other side
In a different situation
But know the darkest night is just
Understand that the most difficult moments
Before the break of light we'll be just fine
Before things get better, we will be okay
God's on our side
We have divine support
We will survive
We will make it through
Yeah
Expression of confidence and assurance
Yea though I walk through the valley
Even though I am in a difficult situation
Of the shadow of death
In the face of danger and uncertainty
I won't fear,cos You're there
I will not be afraid because God is with me
Your rod and Your staff comfort me
God's guidance and protection provide me with comfort
Goodness and mercy follows me
God's love and blessings will always be with me
And I will dwell in Your house always
I will remain with God forever
Writer(s): Carvin Winans, Jennifer E. Brantley
Contributed by Elijah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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WINANS - Gonna Be Alright Lyrics
Troubles will come
Troubles will go
When it’s all said and done one thing I know;
It’s gonna be alright, it’s just the way he planned it….. It’s gonna be ok hmmmmm………hold on heyyyyy OOOOOO
Heart aches will come….
Heartaches will go….
When it’s all said and done.
One thing I know..
It’s gonna be alright, it’s just the way he planned it
It’s gonna be ok ……..so hold on…..
Time and time again we feel the grass is always greener over on the so called other side……
But know the time is nigh right before the break of time.
We’ll be just fine Gods on our side We will survive.
It’s gonna be alright…….OOOOOOOOO Heeeeey.
Yea tho I walk thru the valley of the shadow of death I wont fear cause your there, your rod and your staff they comfort me goodness and mercy follow me and I’ll dwell in your house forever more.
Gonna be alright, just the way he planned it
Gonna be ok ……..all you have to do is hold on…..RepeatX3
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🕊🕎✝️🙏 SWEETIE I HAD MY PLANS FOR MY LIFE THE HOLY JEHOVAH GOD WAY IS THE BEST HE MADE US HE KNOW US BETTER THAN WE KNOW OURSELVES THANK YOU HOLY ABBA ❤❤❤❤
@nickitriedit
Who’s listening to this in 2023 ? 🙋🏽♀️ This was that Saturday morning cleaning music blaring in the air ❤
@punchworldmedia3504
I remember when my mom passed away from her injuries of a car accident on her way home from church. Her and her husband both. Then the hard task of going to our child hood home we grew up in, a place we then visited as adults for the holidays. I remember walking throughout the house in tears. When it was time to leave I got into her car that she only drove on Sundays to church IF that. As I drove down the road still in shock of the loss and asking God why? Why? Why this way? And the CD my mom had in was the winans collection. And this song came on. It's was as if mom was telling me...
@samchristianmusicbr
Oh my brother, thank for share your life experience with us. God bless U.
@johnsanders4122
Punch World Media touching story
@valenciasherrae1812
Your story is touching! May God bless your mom upon her arrival home and may God bless you and your family.
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@niiq7396
It’s gonna be alright!! He’s always there for His people.
@crystallennox2152
Punch World Media wow my condolences!!! God has them. Amen
@thequeenofresources
This song is priceless. It is directly from the Lord! Smile