Vickie Winans und… Read Full Bio ↴An Amazing gospel singer and true believer of God:
Vickie Winans understands a woman’s struggles. Fulfilling the roles of wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, this Grammy-nominated and award winning artist knows the complexities associated with womanhood. Her desire to share her joys, pains and the experiences of life is the impetus for her brand new CD, WOMAN TO WOMAN: SONGS OF LIFE. After 20 years in the music industry and 10 CD’s later, Winans has once again broken the mold and introduced a plethora of brand new music filled with hope, inspiration and healing for all God’s women and the men who love them.
WOMAN TO WOMAN: SONGS OF LIFE, Winans’ first CD since the 2003 GRAMMY-nominated BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER, which yielded even more hits such as, “Shake Yourself Loose,” and “We Need a Word from the Lord,” is a 10-year vision that Winans is thrilled to see come to fruition. “This is a project I’ve desired to create for a long time, explains Winans! I wanted to record music to help people get through life’s ups and downs. There is a song that addresses almost every situation we face in life on either one of the 2 disc set,” she states.
Speaking from experience, gospel’s hardest working woman has truly felt the thorns of life. “I’ve been through almost everything that a woman can possibly go through. I’ve been through divorce, sickness, poverty, losing a child, a near death experience, weight loss and gain,” explains Winans. Humorously she adds, “I tell people that I’ve been evicted, convicted, possessed, repossessed, the whole nine yards! But literally, I have been through it all.”
It was her search for healing that led to the birth of WOMAN TO WOMAN: SONGS OF LIFE. The 33-song musical collage spans the gamut of emotions in a way that everyone can relate to. But each song, like a piece of a puzzle, comes together with the restorative message of Christ. The double CD is a keen mixture of powerful live cuts and slick studio tracks all displaying a variety of styles and musical inspirations. The live portion of the project was recorded at Chicago’s House of Hope Church on May 12, 2006, to a packed crowd of about 10,000 people.
“It was such an amazing night,” Winans says of that incredible event. “An explosive and spiritual evening with an awesome band, orchestra, and singers, was topped off with the masterful hosting ability of Bishop T. D. Jakes. It was one of the most explosive experiences I have ever had,” she beams.
WOMAN TO WOMAN: SONGS OF LIFE captures the essence of that grand night of worship and praise. Bishop T. D. Jakes, who is Winans, mentor, friend and confidante, opened with the rousing, “Declaration of Change.” More memorable live cuts include the uplifting hand-clapper “Everyday Is a Good Day;” the spirited, African-tinged, “Alive Alive,” and the churchy sounds of the traditional, up-tempo cut, “Stretch Out.” She also pulls out a gospel favorite, the Hawkins’ classic “I Love You Lord,” and gives it a gut-wrenching twist like only Vickie Winans can.
One of the CD’s most profound songs is, “The Rainbow.” A gut wrenching ballad that is close to Vickie’s heart! “This song speaks about the promise that God gave to Noah,” she explains. “The rainbow was the sign of a covenant God made between Himself and Noah. God told Noah that the storm he had just come through would never happen again. God didn’t say that there wouldn’t be any more storms, but that He wouldn’t destroy the earth again by water.”
Another gut wrenching ballad is “Stand Up and Carry On,” written by her son Mario Winans. With its classic yet soulful vibe and backed by a wailing choir, the track is a pronouncement to everyone going through anything, to just hold on. Listeners of this cut will walk away knowing without a doubt they can “carry on.” She also focuses on the ups and downs of sisterly relationships on the heartfelt “You’re Still My Sister,” and the sincerity of her commitment to Christ pours out on the power ballad, “I Dedicate My Life.” “It’s Alright,” a downright jam, will calm the spirit of the most anxious believer with its confident ring of assurance.
Women share many different relationships in their lifetimes and Winans touches on them all with this project. Whether it’s a relationship between friends or sisters; husband and wife, or parent and child, she relates to each one of them - tackling the loss of a loved one on the melodic “Farewell,” and ministering to the brokenhearted on “God of Comfort.” If her oldest son, Mario Winans’ tear-jerking rendition of, “Thirty Reasons Why I Love You Mommie,” don’t bring a tear to your eyes, her second son, Marvin Winans, Jr’s, “You’re More Than a Mom,” will definitely have you crying for sure! “We Need Your Love” showcases the talents of Winans and her husband Joe McLemore. The laid-back cut “Never Separate” stresses the importance of friendships. It’s an appealing song with a smooth jazz feel and lyrics echoing the bond between best friends.
But her most important relationship, her relationship with Jesus Christ, continues to shine the brightest. “Falling in Love,” a relaxed prelude, finds Vickie singing sweetly to her Lord. “Madly in Love” is an infectious urban groove about a special spiritual love affair. “When I think of the song, ‘Madly in Love’ I think of Jesus,” says Vickie. “The first person that I think about in the morning is Jesus. I think and then I thank. I love Him and I fall in love with Him over and over again. I just can’t help myself.”
For the Best, Winans mobilized the best. Besides producing three quarters of the double CD herself, she brought in the “big boys” for this dynamic project, including famed producers Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins; Fred “Uncle Freddie” Jerkins, her platinum-selling son, Mario Winans; Warryn “Baby Dub” Campbell; Cedric & Victor Caldwell, Marvin Winans, Jr., and Steven Ford.
Vickie Winans’ Biography
The WOMAN TO WOMAN: SONGS OF LIFE CD is the perfect capstone for a 20-year career that has seen Vickie Winans receive many accolades including 6 Grammy Award nominations; 8 Stellar Awards, and an NAACP Image Award. In that span of time, she’s released 9 projects, with 2003’s “BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER” debuting at #1 on Billboard’s Gospel Chart.
It’s doubtful that Vickie’s parents knew that their 7th child would be a Billboard-charting gospel icon. But while singing her first solo in church at the age of 8, it’s certain that Aaron and Mattie Bowman saw something special in their daughter. Growing up in church in Detroit, MI, she honed her skills and belted out songs stunning audiences time and time again. Eventually, she connected with the Winans family who set her on the path to gospel superstardom. Decades later, Vickie Winans is not only known as an award-winning gospel recording artist, but she’s revered as a consummate business woman that heads of Viviane, Inc. where she manages herself and books hundreds of shows per year. She is also the President of her own record label, Destiny Joy Records. An actress and a comedienne as well, she’s so thankful for all that God has done for her.
Winans feels that her most rewarding accomplishments are the significant roles she plays in her family. She is a loving sister to her 11 brothers and sisters, (the Bowman family) and in 2003, Winans married her love, Joe McLemore in a lavish wedding in Las Vegas. Another one of her most satisfying jobs is her role as mother and grandmother. She’s the mother of hit producers and singers, Mario Winans and Marvin Winans, Jr., and grandmother to Mario Mendell Winans, II, her 10-year old grandson; and her 6-year old granddaughter, Skyler Destiny Winans.
Vickie Winans knows she’s a blessed woman and she’s eager to share her life’s experiences with everyone she comes in contact with. Her infectious personality and her thousand-watt smile will disarm the coldest stranger.
“Although I’ve had my share of heartaches, pain, and sickness over the years, I know that God has truly blessed me. It’s because of Him that I have a fantastic family, great friends, and a rewarding career!”
Madly In Love
Vickie Winans Lyrics
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Lord you are my everything
You are the first one
I think of in the morning
I'm madly in love
I want to run with you
If you call my name i'm runnin to you
I'm madly in love with you
Verse 1
You been holding me all this time
You been keeping my head up high
Can't get no credit for the win (i can't do it)
Amazing yeah (that's you)
How you do the things (that you do)
And i'm sure i'm not the only one
That's madly in love with you
Chorus
Verse 2
Nothing else matters in the world
If you don't like it i'm (throwing it all away)
Cause it not about me (it's about you)
If you tell me jump (i'll go move)
I got it really bad
Cause i'm madly in love with you
Chorus
Vamp
My life's been so much better
Since you came in my life
I can smile now
(look in my heart you'll see i love you)
Thank you for joy
Every day and night
Every day and night
I'm alright, cause
You're my everything
Chorus
Bridge
I keep falling in love with you over and over
I keep falling in love with you over again
I keep falling in love with you over and over
I keep falling in love with you over and over
I keep falling in love
I keep falling
So madly in love
Chorus
The lyrics of Vickie Winans's "Madly In Love" express an undying love for God. The opening lines of the chorus "Lord you are my everything, You are the first one I think of in the morning, I'm madly in love," illustrate the depth of the singer's love for God. The verse further expresses the singer's gratitude and appreciation for all of the things God has done in her life: "You been holding me all this time, You been keeping my head up high, Can't get no credit for the win, amazing yeah." The singer goes on to acknowledge that she is not alone in her intense love for God, "And I'm sure I'm not the only one that's madly in love with you."
The second verse shows the singer's level of devotion to God. Nothing else in the world matters to her except for her relationship with God, and she's willing to throw everything else away if God doesn't like it. "Nothing else matters in the world, If you don't like it I'm (throwing it all away), Cause it's not about me (it's about you), If you tell me jump (I'll go move)." The bridge of the song shows the cyclical nature of the singer's love for God, expressing that she keeps falling in love with Him over and over again.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord you are my everything
You, Lord, are my everything; my all in all.
You are the first one
When I wake up in the morning, you are the first one I think of.
I think of in the morning
In the morning, you are always on my mind.
I'm madly in love
I am deeply and passionately in love with you.
I want to run with you
I desire to follow you closely and walk in step with you.
If you call my name i'm runnin to you
If you call my name, I will come running to you without hesitation.
With the sound of my heart
My heart beats for you and with you.
You been holding me all this time
You have been supporting me and holding me up all this time.
You been keeping my head up high
You have been lifting my spirits and encouraging me to keep going.
Can't get no credit for the win (i can't do it)
I cannot take credit for any victories or successes, as they are all because of you.
Amazing yeah (that's you)
You are amazing, and that's just who you are.
How you do the things (that you do)
The way you do things is beyond my understanding and just shows how great you are.
And i'm sure i'm not the only one
I know that I am not alone in my love for you.
That's madly in love with you
There are many who, like me, are deeply and passionately in love with you.
Nothing else matters in the world
Nothing else in this world matters to me as much as you do.
If you don't like it i'm (throwing it all away)
If it is something that doesn't please you, I will gladly discard it and choose you above all else.
Cause it not about me (it's about you)
It is not about me, but it is all about you.
If you tell me jump (i'll go move)
If you ask me to do something, I will do it immediately and gladly for you.
I got it really bad
I am head over heels in love with you.
My life's been so much better
My life has improved so much now that you are in it.
Since you came in my life
Ever since you came into my life, everything has changed for the better.
I can smile now
With you in my life, I have a reason to smile.
(look in my heart you'll see i love you)
If you could look into my heart, you would see the depths of my love for you.
Thank you for joy
I am grateful for the joy that you bring into my life.
Every day and night
Every single day and night, I am reminded of how much I love you.
Every day and night
Every single day and night, I am reminded of how much I love you.
I'm alright, cause
I am okay and content because of the presence of your love in my life.
You're my everything
You, my beloved Lord, are everything to me.
I keep falling in love with you over and over
My love for you continues to grow stronger as time goes by.
I keep falling in love with you over again
My love for you is constant and never fades.
I keep falling in love
I keep falling and surrendering to your love.
I keep falling
I keep surrendering to your love.
So madly in love
I am so deeply and passionately in love with you.
Contributed by Lillian R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.