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!”
Shake Yourself Loose
Vickie Winans Lyrics
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(Hey hey..Hey hey)
Said you been bound up, lookin? For a way to break free
Devil's had you tied up, listen to these words from me
Your situation may seem hopeless but it's not the end
Though you are burdened and have shackles on your feet
Jesus took the keys and gave 'em to you
(So here's what you gotta do)
Shake loose everything that binds you up, who told you that you can't make it
When god says that you can shake it, shake loose everything that binds you up
Praise him like its your last chance, get up and do the david dance
I heard you were feeling down, that satan had you bound
No you don't have to stay, yes, you can leave today
Just lika' in the bible days, when men began to pray
Those jail cells start to shaken, those chains a start to breakin?
Don't let the enemy keep you in bondage
Praise your way through, come on and shake loose
Every worry, every care
Praise your way through, come on and shake loose
Those chains that bind you . Should . Only remind
Praise your way through, come on and shake loose
Problems know that . He will . Solve them
Praise your way through, come on and shake loose
Shake yourself loose
(Lift your hands) lift your hands
(Come on and lets dance) come on lets dance
Shake yourself loose
(Scream and shout) scream and shout
(He brought you out) he brought you out
Shake yourself loose
(Loose your seat) loose your seat
(Now move your feet) move your feet
Shake yourself loose
(Ow, shout) shout for joy make some noise
Because I'm free free
(Good god almighty ah) free
(He told me in his word that) free
(That I could be free yeah) free
(The devil tried to stop me) free
(He tried to block me) free
(But I got away) free
(I got the key) free at last (key change)
Free (Thank god almighty yeah)
Free (Whom the son sets free)
Free (Is free indeed)
Free (He loosed the shackles)
Free (that was binding me)
Free (so get on your feet)
Free (And sing it with me)
Free yeaah! (Key change)
Those of you out there feelin' bound, let me tell you can break free break free (free)
Those of you out there feelin' bound, let me tell you can break free break free (free)
Those of you out there feelin' bound, let me tell you can break free break free (free)
Those of you out there feelin' bound, let me tell you can break free
Free at last (Key change)
Free Free free Free
Shake Yourself Loose!!
In Vickie Winans's song "Shake Yourself Loose", the lyrics talk about finding freedom from the chains that bind us. The song opens with the idea of being bound up and looking for a way to break free, and how the situation may seem hopeless but it's not the end. The song speaks to finding a way out of bondage and encourages the listener to praise their way through to get closer to God. The lyrics suggest that by praising and worshiping God, like in David's dance, the listener can shake everything that binds them up and become free.
The song talks about the devil trying to stop and block the listener, but they can break free from all of those negative feelings and thoughts. The chorus tells the listener four times to shake loose everything that binds them, and to praise God as if it's their last chance. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the importance of shaking off whatever is holding the listener back and becoming free.
The song finishes with a key change and encourages the listener to shout for joy, make some noise, and be free at last. Overall, the lyrics suggest that freedom from bondage can be achieved by praising and worshiping God.
Line by Line Meaning
(Hey hey..Hey hey)
Opening chorus of the song
Said you been bound up, lookin? For a way to break free
You feel like you're trapped and don't know how to escape
Devil's had you tied up, listen to these words from me
You feel like the devil has a hold on you, but I have something to say
Your situation may seem hopeless but it's not the end
Although your situation may feel impossible to overcome, it is not the end of the road for you
Though you are burdened and have shackles on your feet
You feel weighed down by something and can't move forward
(Now) I want you to know, you're about to break loose (unison)
I want you to know that you're about to be set free
Jesus took the keys and gave 'em to you
Jesus has given you the power to break free
(So here's what you gotta do)
This is what you need to do to experience your freedom
Shake loose everything that binds you up, who told you that you can't make it
Let go of everything that's holding you back and stop listening to doubters
When god says that you can shake it, shake loose everything that binds you up
When God says that you can do it, release everything that's holding you down
Praise him like its your last chance, get up and do the david dance
Celebrate God as if it's your last chance, like David did in the Bible
I heard you were feeling down, that satan had you bound
I know you're feeling depressed and that the devil has control over you
No you don't have to stay, yes, you can leave today
You don't have to stay trapped, you can escape right now
Just lika' in the bible days, when men began to pray
Just like in the Bible, when people prayed, they were set free
Those jail cells start to shaken, those chains a start to breakin?
When they prayed, the jail cells shook and the chains broke free
Don't let the enemy keep you in bondage
Don't let the devil keep you trapped
Praise your way through, come on and shake loose
Celebrate God and you'll be set free
Every worry, every care
Release all your worries and cares
Problems know that . He will . Solve them
Believe that God will solve all your problems
Shake yourself loose
Free yourself from your bonds
(Lift your hands) lift your hands
Raise your hands in praise
(Come on and lets dance) come on lets dance
Celebrate God with joyful dancing
(Scream and shout) scream and shout
Shout with joy
(He brought you out) he brought you out
God has brought you out of your bondage
(Loose your seat) loose your seat
Don't be still, get up and move around
(Now move your feet) move your feet
Dance in celebration and joy
(Ow, shout) shout for joy make some noise
Shout in celebration and make some noise
Because I'm free free
You're free now
(Good god almighty ah) free
Thanks to God, you're free
(He told me in his word that) free
God promises freedom in His Word
(That I could be free yeah) free
God says you can be free
(The devil tried to stop me) free
The devil tried to keep you from freedom
(He tried to block me) free
The devil tried to get in your way
(But I got away) free
But you escaped his grasp and are free now
(I got the key) free at last (key change)
You have the key to unlock your freedom
(Thank god almighty yeah)
Grateful to God for your freedom
(Whom the son sets free)
God's Son, Jesus, sets us free
(Is free indeed)
Truly free
(He loosed the shackles)
God has unbound you
(that was binding me)
From what was holding you back
(so get on your feet)
Get up and celebrate
(And sing it with me)
Join me in singing about our freedom
Free yeaah! (Key change)
Still celebrating our freedom
Those of you out there feelin' bound, let me tell you can break free break free (free)
I want to encourage those of you feeling trapped that you can break free
Free at last (Key change)
Rejoicing again in our freedom
Free Free free Free
Continuing to celebrate our freedom
Shake Yourself Loose!!
Final encouragement to be free
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: ANTUN DESHUN FOSTER, VICKIE WINANS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@laaya5684
This song pushes me in my workout routine I included god into my weight loss journey 🥰🥰
@dionynawilliams2088
Me to thank you for this comment just motivated me more 😅
@thethrashpanda
As you should! PTL!! 🙌🏻🙏🏻
@johndougherty843
Vickie Winans, nothing better.What a voice.
@mariaupchurch9239
This is my morning routine song that gets me to shaking all bad negativity loose yes sir Thank you Jesus amen.
@gloriajohnson9164
This is a reminder that God has given us all the tools we need to navigate through the day from our waking hour and keys to victory over every situation and circumstance that arises. shake yourself loose!!!! Amen!!!!
@free2bmes540
Everytime I hear this I cant help but to give God praise... Jesus has given me the key...
@candacekelly3045
I grew up listening to gospel music and this is the only thing that will keep me calm when I'm having a bad day
@justingaynor905
I first heard this song while visiting a predominantly white church in West Virginia! The church's youth dance team performed to it and it rocked the house! Gospel music takeover! Personally I find it impossible to stay in my seat when this song comes on! Thank you Vickie for this blessing! Lovin you in 2020 here in WV!
@cameronharris9034
That YEA!! at 1:47 gave me chills.. Vickie voice sooo underrated in gospel music🙏🙏🙏