Marshall studied music extensively in childhood, attending the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, but she first grabbed attention while attending high school at Jarvis Collegiate, often performing as an 'opening act' for other local bands performing cover songs by artists like Janis Joplin at venues like The Concert Hall, The Horseshoe Tavern, and Lee's Palace. While performing on the Queen Street West bar scene she eventually met guitarist Jeff Healey, who was struck by her powerful voice and took her on tour. She was subsequently signed to a management contract by Jeff's drummer, Tom Stephen, who had formed Forte Management and Forte Records to handle Jeff's career, and Tom successfully negotiated a record deal with Sony's Epic Records.
In 1995, Marshall released her self-titled debut album, and it was a massive hit in Canada, spawning six Top 40 hits -- "Let It Rain", "Beautiful Goodbye", "Dark Horse", "Fall From Grace", "Sitting on Top of the World" and "Birmingham". Unfortunately, it was not immediately released in the USA, and it did not receive the same radio attention when it eventually hit the shelves; although it did crack Billboard's Heatseekers Chart for several months. The album remains her biggest hit internationally. Elton John described Amanda as "his favourite new American artist" while being interviewed on Late Night with David Letterman, when asked who he's listening to.
In 1999, she released her follow-up album, Tuesday's Child, which was produced by Don Was (B-52's, Joe Cocker, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Michael McDonald, Iggy Pop, Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones), and features collaborations by songwriting heavyweights Carole King and Eric Bazilian. It followed in the same vein as her debut, with a mix of soulful pop songs and ballads, highlighting her powerful voice. Her song "Ride" would be featured in the film The Replacements and on its soundtrack. Richie Sambora of Bon Jovi was the guest guitarist on the track called "Why Don't You Love Me". Another one of the CD's hit singles, "Believe In You," which she co-wrote with Eric Bazilian, was featured on the TV show `Touched By An Angel` and its official soundtrack, and the song is currently on the Believe fund-raising compilation marketed by CharityCDs.com.
In 2001, she released her third album, Everybody's Got A Story, which was produced by Peter Asher (Cher, Neil Diamond, Billy Joel, Chantal Kreviazuk, Bonnie Raitt, Diana Ross, Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor). It marked a change in style and sound for Marshall, with a more noticeable R&B direction. Her singles "Everybody's Got a Story" and "Sunday Morning After" received major Canadian airplay.
In 2003, Sony released a 16 song singles compilation entitled Intermission - The Singles Collection. Unfortunately, shortly after this release Sony BMG did not renew Amanda's contract, and she has been without the support of a major record label. On November 28, 2006, Sony BMG released another greatest hits "anthology" entitled Collections.
Amanda is currently in a legal dispute with her former management that has prevented her from releasing new material.
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Dizzy
Amanda Marshall Lyrics
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I like to vacuum when I'm in the nude
I'll watch the weather channel for no reason
I like it, baby, just like I like you
Sometimes the love you get is free from logic
Sometimes it happens when it least expect it
Sometimes I wonder why the world's gone crazy
But I like never knowing what comes next
Without out even trying
Or lifting a finger
And then you were here
[Chorus]
Such a strange thing
We think we are in control
We always know
Until we don't
Funny how the world can spin so fast
And we don't crash
We just get dizzy
If I could, Maybe I'd build a rocket
So you and I could make love on the moon
And get perspective on a world gone crazy
Get understanding about you and me
I used to pully my hair out and worry baby,
That I would die before I found true love
But then the moment that my heart stopped searching
A spirit brought you here and the universe
Called my bluff
The best things happen
When you don't try
Or wish on an eyelash
Just open your heart
To a strange thing
[Chorus]
Fasten your seat belt, it's always a bumpy ride
Check out the scenery
Don't sweat the details
Don't choke on your pride
Don't fight the changing tide
Your fears in your mind
We're all just flying blind
[Chorus: x2]
In Amanda Marshall's song "Dizzy," she talks about the unpredictability of love and life in general. She starts off by highlighting some of her quirks, like enjoying salsa with pancakes and vacuuming in the nude. This suggests that she is a person who embraces the eccentricities of life and doesn't take things too seriously. She then goes on to talk about how love doesn't always make sense and can come to us when we least expect it. She is grateful for the love that she has found without even trying, and recognizes that the best things in life often happen when we let go of control and just go with the flow.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that we are not always in control of our lives, and that sometimes things happen that we can't explain or understand. It's like being dizzy, spinning around and not knowing which way is up. But despite this lack of control, Marshall doesn't suggest that we should worry about it. Instead, we should enjoy the ride, take in the scenery, and not sweat the small stuff. She encourages us to let go of our fears and embrace the uncertainty, because that's where the magic of life lies.
Overall, "Dizzy" is a song about surrendering control and enjoying the unpredictable journey that is life. It's about embracing the strange and unexpected moments that come our way, and recognizing that sometimes the best things happen when we're not trying to force them.
Line by Line Meaning
I like salsa with my pancakes, baby
I enjoy mixing unlikely things together, even if they don't go well traditionally.
I like to vacuum when I'm in the nude
I'm comfortable being myself even when no one is around, I don't waste time on pretenses.
I'll watch the weather channel for no reason
I find beauty in ordinary things, and sometimes indulge in things that have no practical purpose, just for the sake of enjoyment.
I like it, baby, just like I like you
I appreciate and love the unique and genuine things in my life and people who embody those characteristics.
Sometimes the love you get is free from logic
Love can come unexpectedly, even at the most illogical or inconvenient times.
Sometimes it happens when it least expect it
Love can surprise you and come from the most unexpected places or situations.
Sometimes I wonder why the world's gone crazy
Life can be chaotic and unpredictable and often leaves me wonder about the craziness in the world.
But I like never knowing what comes next
I find excitement in not knowing what will happen in life or relationships, and embracing the uncertainty.
Cause I found you
I found the love and relationship that brings me joy, peace and contentment.
Without out even trying
Love came naturally and effortlessly, without any effort or strategy.
Or lifting a finger
I didn't need to force or manipulate things to happen. Love happened on its own.
And then you were here
The person I was meant to be with arrived in my life.
Such a strange thing
Love is a mysterious and unpredictable force that can be hard to navigate and understand.
We think we are in control
People often believe they have control or authority over things in their life, but sometimes they don't or can't.
We always know
People tend to confidently assume or believe they understand what's going to happen or take place.
Until we don't
People can be surprised when the unexpected or undesired occurs, at which point they lose control.
Funny how the world can spin so fast
Life can change rapidly and unpredictably, leaving people feeling disoriented and unsteady.
And we don't crash
Despite chaos or unexpected circumstances of life, people can often find a way to navigate and make sense of it.
We just get dizzy
Although we manage to keep moving, life's twists and turns can still make us feel dizzy or unbalanced.
If I could, Maybe I'd build a rocket
Sometimes I think about escaping to an entirely different place or perspective, even if it's not feasible or realistic.
So you and I could make love on the moon
I romanticize about being adventurous and bold with my partner, even if it seems like a far-off fantasy.
And get perspective on a world gone crazy
Escaping the craziness and chaos of the world can provide a fresh perspective and clarity on things.
Get understanding about you and me
Distance and clairvoyance can help me better understand my relationship and feelings for my partner.
I used to pull my hair out and worry baby,
I used to be anxious and fretful about finding love or a romantic partner.
That I would die before I found true love
I was worried that I would never find the kind of love that was genuine and lasting.
But then the moment that my heart stopped searching
Once I gave up searching for love so intensely, it naturally found me.
A spirit brought you here and the universe
A mysterious force or energy brought my partner into my life, and I feel grateful for that.
Called my bluff
Life proved me wrong and surprised me in the best possible way, making all my earlier worries and fears unfounded.
The best things happen
When I don't try to force or control the good things in life, they naturally unfold.
Or wish on an eyelash
I don't need to rely on wishful thinking or superstitions to find love or happiness - it happens on its own.
Just open your heart
Sometimes the best way to find love or goodness in life is to let oneself be vulnerable and open to it.
To a strange thing
Love can be unpredictable and strange, but that doesn't mean it's not worth pursuing or embracing.
Fasten your seat belt, it's always a bumpy ride
Life can be turbulent and unpredictable, so brace yourself and be ready for surprises.
Check out the scenery
Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, there can still be beauty and moments of awe worth taking in.
Don't sweat the details
It's easy to get bogged down in the small or inconsequential things, but sometimes it's better to let things go.
Don't choke on your pride
Ego or pride can sometimes get in the way of growth, understanding or connection.
Don't fight the changing tide
Sometimes the best course of action is to go with the flow and not resist change or transformation.
Your fears in your mind
Many fears that people have exist only in their mind, but they can manifest and cause real harm or obstacles.
We're all just flying blind
Nobody really knows what the future holds or what's ahead, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the ride anyway.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LEONARD, MANN, MARSHALL
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