Heart to Yours

Michelle Williams | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 16, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B0000658N7
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (96 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #98,026 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Heart To Yours

2. Heard A Word

3. So Glad

4. Sun Will Shine Again

5. Better Place (9.11)

6. Change The World

7. Everything

8. You Care For Me

9. Steal Away To Jesus

10. Rock With Me

11. Gospel Medley

12. Jesus Loves Me

13. Now Behold the Lamb

14. Total Praise

15. You've Been So Good

16. Heaven Album Version

Editorial Reviews

Michelle Williams' Roots Stemmed from Gospel Music Performing in the Church Choir in her Hometown of Rockford, Illinois. Her Solo Debut Album "Heart to Yours" is a True Testament that her Faith Has Sustained her from Transition from Church Choir, to Member of Destiny's Child and Now to her Solo Debut. "Heard a Word" is the Uplifting First Single which Gives Words of Encouragement to Those who Are Struggling to Hold On. "Steal Away to Jesus," the High Powered Duet with Shirley Caesar and "You Care for Me," the Melodic Duet with Men of Standard is Proof that Williams Has Incredible Range as a Singer. The Proof is in the Pudding, "Heart to Yours" is the Album Guaranteed to Lift Any Spirit. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love + Faith + Inspiration!, May 4, 2002

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dogeneedtakeship "The Loveless Fascination" (San Jose, California USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Heart to Yours (Audio CD)

"Heart to Yours" the debut gospel album from Michelle Williams, which is a great escape from the constantly reiterated pop songs. I feel that this album expresses Michelle true inner-beauty and love for other. Michelle was able to actually reflect her views in this album, which she is unable to do with Destiny's Child since she didn't write any song on the "Survivor" album. Michelle Williams wrote a good portion of the tracks on this album which is great for this being her first solo project. I am pleased with the fact that she used the third person in a few songs because like in pop music to day, singers sound so selfish talking about themselves, its nice to hear one faith in others.

Track Listing:

1.) Heart To Yours - This is a beautiful song in which Michelle sings what is in her heart and spreads that positive message into your souls.

2.) Heard A Word - This song is creative and motivational, its one of those songs that gets you through the day.

3.) So Glad (Duet With Mary Mary) - This song is by far my favorite song on this album. It has a strong hip-hop vibe and the women sound great as they take turns reiterating the extremely catchy chorus.

4.) Sun Will Shine Again - This track is very peaceful and relaxing to listen too simply because its beat is so floridly mellow.

5.) Better Place (9.11) - This is another one of the highlights on this album. As we have all been trying to alleviate the pain and negative feelings that we have had ever since 9.11, here is a song that doesn't tell you to forget but that life does go on after such tragedies.

6.) Change The World - This is a motivational track that basically indicates that one should be changed by the world, but should change the world in their own way by being involved and sharing ones input.

7.) Everything - This is another hip-hop fused track that just give you a vibe of what your daily music give you along with a message of everything is going to be alright.

8.) You Care For Me (Featuring Isaac Caree & Lowell Pye of men of Standard) - This is a great collaboration and one of the strongest gospel compelling song on this album.

9.) Steal Away To Jesus (Duet With Shirley Caesar) - This song has a great vibe to it and when you listen to it, it's just like being in church listening to a live gospel choir.

10.) Rock With Me - This song is pretty up-tempo and has a little bit of hip-hop and rock fused into the beat. This is just one of the feel good song that make you want to move.

11.) Gospel Medley (Featuring Destiny's Child) - This was the hot medley featured on the Destiny's Child album "Survivor" and if you have not checked this track out already, than I think its time you do so.

12.) Bonus Track: Heaven (Featuring Carl Thomas) - This track is one of my favorites, Michelle and Carl just mesh well together. The power of two great voices belting out their inner feeling is one of the most enjoyable item to listen to.

I'm not lying when I'm saying that there is a bit of everything for everyone on this album and if you don't believe me than check it out yourself. I don't really practice religion but I thought it was beautiful on how I was able to relate to every song on this album. If your still not convinced to buy this album, then buy it because you all know that Michelle is the best singer of Destiny's Child anyway.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Instrument of the Lord's Praise!, April 19, 2002

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Shazzar Kallie "SHAZZAR.COM" (Long Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Heart to Yours (Audio CD)

Michelle Williams was born to sing Gospel music! She not only sings from her heart unto the Lord as in the title "Heart To Yours", but she also tries to live the life. Take one read of Destiny's Child autobiography book "Soul Survivors", and you'll see that she has morals most people dream about. I loved this album. I found a sincerity that cannot be faked. The title song "Heart To Yours" flows effortlessly and expresses her love for the Lord. "Heard A Word" ministers while "So Glad" brings that Mary Mary flava to the mix and wil make you glad you heard it. "Sun Will Shine Again" is a joyful song that lets you know no matter how it may rain that the sun will shine again, because Joy comes in the morning! "Better Place" is dedicated to 9.11, and brings about the peace that comes with trusting God! "Change The World" will fill anyone with purpose and self-esteem, you'll realize that you can change the world and not to let the world change you! "Everything" bounces along while "You Care For Me" featuring Men of Standard is a slow ballad that'll get you in the mood to start praising the Lord! "Steal Away To Jesus" is the album's gem simply because it features Pastor Shirley Caesar. Michelle more than holds her own and it's a tribute to a powerful Spiritual classic that once gave African-Americans when in bondage as slaves peace and perseverance knowing that they didn't have long to stay bound, because a better place waited for the them through Jesus! "Rock With Me" shows another side of Michelle where she rocks with the best of them. It's starts off slow and takes it to another level with Jesus Christ being the Rock of Salvation! If you liked Natalie Wilson & S.O.P. Chorale's "The Rock", you'll love this! "Gospel Medley" featuring Destiny's Child is the only track I truly liked on D.C.'s album, and it has found its true home on this album. The bonus track "Heaven" brings me back to the days when BeBe and CeCe ruled gospel and I must say Michelle and Carl Thomas does them justice!

This album is a great addition to any music collection and an album you can listen to from beginning to end with listening pleasure. God worked through Michelle Williams and she truly is an instrument of His praise on this album! This "Church Girl" can truly sing her heart unto the Lord! God is Love!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably beautiful, May 26, 2002

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Gerren (Silver Spring, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Heart to Yours (Audio CD)

Ever since she joined Destiny's Child, I knew Michelle Williams was a remarkable talent. However, it wasn't until i purchased this CD that I realized just how remarkable she is. I literally wanted to cry after listening to some of these tracks. I think she has found a home in gospel music, and I know she has touched me in a way I have never felt. This is NOTHING like the typical Destiny's Child song, rather she infuses her own soft, angelic style into each song. Here a few of my favorites:

- So Glad (with Mary Mary): it's upbeat and will make you nod your head. Great beat, but you can actually hear the beautiful lyrics as well.
- Everything: one word: Encouraging.
- You Care For Me (feat. Men of Standard): the singlemost beautiful song I have ever heard. She shows that she can harmonize with the best of them as well as blow on her own. When she belts out "You're my wonderful counselor", I literally shouted Hallejulah!!! I listen to this over and over again.
- Steal Away (with Shirely Cesar): a beautiful remake of a classic spiritual. She doesn't overpower Cesar, but their voices flow beautifully together.
- Rock With Me: The biggest surprise on the album. It starts off with a beautiful church classic, then becomes a hip-hop, rock upbeat jam. I believe this is the kind of breakthrough music that people are looking for. I wish the whole world could hear this song!
- Gospel Medley (with DC): I've heard it before, but it was a more than perfect addition to the flow of the album. I can distinguish her voice now too.
- Heaven (feat. Carl Thomas): I think they do it better than CC and BB, a great song to play over and over.

Basically, if you need a break from the pop mess you hear all over the radio, you MUST get this album! I guarantee you will be pleasantly surprised and inspired, whether you are a DC fan or not. Go head Michelle and please keep hearing from God and blessing us with song!!! I love ya!!!