In 2005, Amerie burst back onto the music scene with her fourth single "1 Thing", which was used as the theme song for the Will Smith movie "Hitch". "1 Thing" went to the top of the charts in various international markets, including the US, UK and others around the world. It earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance (the album "Touch" was also nominated for the "Best Contemporary R&B Album" Grammy ). The album sold an estimated 800,000 copies worldwide and went gold in the US and silver in the UK.
Amerie's third album 'Because I Love It' was released in the UK , Europe and Asia in 2007. The single "Take Control" was released in October 2006, and it enjoyed international success. The second single "Gotta Work" did not fare as well in the charts, despite receiving heavy airplay on UK and European music video channels. The album has sold a combined total of 310,000 copies worldwide and is her most critically acclaimed album.
In late 2007, was reported that Amerie had left her label Columbia Records, and signed with the Island Def Jam Music Group.
Amerie revealed the album title to be changed from 'Breakups To Makeups' to 'In Love & War'. Amerie also announced that her first single off the album will be titled "Why R U?" produced by The Buchanans. The single premiered online in the week of May 11th and received fairly mixed reviews. The track itself is even compared to Mary J. Blige's "What's The 411?" and "My Life" album, because of the old school feel.
Amerie changed her artist name to Ameriie (extra I) in 2010. She said that it gave her more positive energy as an artist. She changed her artist name back to Amerie (without the extra I) with the double EP releases '4AM Mulholland' and 'After 4AM' in 2018.
Right now her main focus is on books, youtube channel and her son and husband.
Forecast
Amerie Lyrics
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I look at my window pane
I want it to be sunny
But the forecast calls for rain
The rain keeps on falling (the rain keeps on falling)
Oh I want it to stop but
The rain keeps on falling on me
Nobody knows the future
Who knows what tomorrow brings
So I'mma keep my head high
Even if it rains
The rain keeps on falling (the rain keeps on falling)
Oh I want it to stop but
The rain keeps on falling on me
Oh I know that the sun will come out
I know it will come out, it will come out
Oh I know that the sun will come out
I know it will come out, it will come out
In Amerie's song "Forecast," she expresses her desire for a sunny day but faces the reality of a rainy forecast. She looks out her window every day, hoping for sunshine and warmth. Her hopefulness gives way to frustration and disappointment as the rain continues to fall relentlessly. Despite her expectations for clear skies, she acknowledges that nobody knows what the future holds or what tomorrow brings. Therefore, she chooses to keep her head held high, even on days when it rains.
The lyrics in "Forecast" are relatable to many people who have experienced disappointment when plans are ruined due to bad weather. Amerie's message, however, is that we should not let the weather control our feelings or mood. Instead, we should maintain a positive attitude and trust that better days are ahead. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy hook "The rain keeps on falling" emphasizes Amerie's message about persevering through the rain.
Line by Line Meaning
Every single morning
Amerie starts her day with a hopeful mindset.
I look at my window pane
She observes the world outside and assesses it.
I want it to be sunny
She wishes for a brighter and happier day.
But the forecast calls for rain
However, things don't always go as planned and situations can unexpectedly change.
The rain keeps on falling (the rain keeps on falling)
Despite her wishes, the unwanted events continue happening.
Oh I want it to stop but
She expresses her desire for the negative incidents to end.
Nobody knows the future
No one can predict what is going to happen in the future.
Who knows what tomorrow brings
Anything can happen next, and it's up to us how we choose to deal with it.
So I'mma keep my head high
Amerie decides to maintain a positive attitude throughout any situation.
Even if it rains
Even if things don't go as expected, she's going to keep her spirits high.
Oh I know that the sun will come out
She is hopeful that better days will come soon.
I know it will come out, it will come out
She is optimistic that her situation will improve.
Oh I know that the sun will come out
She repeats her belief that better days will eventually arrive.
I know it will come out, it will come out
She reiterates her optimism for the future.
Contributed by Caden G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.