Bless the Broken Road

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About Bless the Broken Road

"Bless the Broken Road" is a song that has been recorded by several American country music artists. Co-written by Marcus Hummon, Bobby Boyd, and Jeff Hanna in 1994, it tells how the journey through relationship heartbreak and disappointment was an important series of lessons along the broken road to finding one's true love. It was first recorded by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1994, followed by Hummon on his 1995 album All in Good Time. Since then, many artists have recorded the song with Rascal Flatts's version being the highest-charting, becoming a number 1 hit on the Billboard country music charts in 2005 and earning the songwriters a Grammy Award for Best Country Song.  


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I set out on a narrow way many years ago
Hoping I would find true love along the broken road
But I got lost a time or two
Wiped my brow and kept pushing through

I couldn't see how every sign pointed straight to you

Every long lost dream lead me to where you are
Others who broke my heart, they were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way into your loving arms

This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

I think about the years I spent just passing through
I'd like to have the time I lost and give it back to you
But you just smile and take my hand
You've been there you understand
It's all part of a grander plan that is coming true

Every long lost dream led me to where you are
And others who broke my heart they were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way into your loving arms
This much I know it's true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

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Marcus Hummon

Marcus Spencer Hummon (born December 28, 1960 in Washington, DC) is an American country music artist. After several years of playing in various bands, he eventually found his way to Nashville, Tennessee, where he was signed to a songwriting contract, and subsequently a record deal with Columbia Records, which released his debut album All in Good Time in 1995 and produced a No. 73 single on the Hot Country Songs charts in "God's Country." Hummon has also released several studio albums on his own label, Velvet Armadillo. more »

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Written by: Bobby Boyd, Jeff Hanna, Marc Hummon

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10 facts about this song

Songwriting
"Bless the Broken Road" was written by Marcus Hummon, Bobby Boyd, and Jeff Hanna in 1994. Hummon and Hanna are known for their contribution to country music as singer-songwriters.
Original Release
The song was originally recorded by American country music band, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. It was featured in their album titled 'Acoustic' in 1994.
First Commercial Success
Despite being the original creators, the song didn't achieve significant commercial success for The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. However, it came into the limelight when it was covered by American country music band, Rascal Flatts in 2004.
Achievements
Rascal Flatts' version of the song was a blockbuster hit. It spent five weeks atop the US Billboard Country chart and also peaked at the number 29 spot on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Awards and Recognition
Rascal Flatts' version of "Bless the Broken Road" won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2006, giving more recognition to the songwriters Marcus Hummon, Bobby Boyd, and Jeff Hanna.
Popularity
The song has been covered by numerous artists across different genres, highlighting its popularity and universal appeal. Notably, Selah, a contemporary Christian music band, created a version that peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart.
Inspirational Meaning
The lyrics of "Bless the Broken Road" revolve around the lead character who, after a series of heartbreaks, finally finds real love and understanding, emphasizing that all the past difficulties and heartaches were necessary to reach a happy ending.
Cultural Impact
The song enjoyed significant cultural impact in the US. Due to its lyrical theme of finding happiness after hardship, the song is often played at weddings and other celebratory events.
Movie Adaptation
In 2018, "Bless the Broken Road" was adapted into a film with the same name directed by Harold Cronk. The plot of the film mirrors the theme of the song and it features a cover of the song by the Christian rock band, MercyMe.
Philanthropy
Proceeds from the film "God Bless the Broken Road" went towards supporting the DAV (Disabled American Veterans), underlining the song's continued positive impact.

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