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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Ride
Amanda Marshall Lyrics
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From a world of tribulation
Tell me your destination
I'll be...I'll be your ride
If you're out of inspiration
All you feel is desperation
Consider this an invitation
[Chorus]
I'll be you ride
We'll get a running start and we'll take to the sky baby
Ride
Keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the prize
And ride
And when the world that you've created
Has got you feeling tired and jaded
Get your spirits elevated
Dig down...way deep inside
And when you're feeling scorned and hated
Under appreciated
And your guiding light has faded
I'll be
[Chorus]
And when you call but they don't remember
When your mail says return to sender
Keep the faith baby don't surrender
I'm on your side
I'll be your... I'll be your
I'll be
[Chorus]
The song "Ride" by Amanda Marshall is a motivational and encouraging song that talks about being someone's ride through their troubles and tribulations. The song opens with the lyrics "If you need some transportation from a world of tribulation, tell me your destination, I'll be your ride." These lines convey the message that the singer is willing to be a supportive figure for someone who needs help getting through life's difficulties. The lyrics continue with lines like "If you're out of inspiration, all you feel is desperation, consider this an invitation, I'll be," showcasing the singer's willingness to be there for someone who needs inspiration or a push to keep going.
The chorus of the song serves as a kind of anthem, with lyrics that encourage listeners to "ride." The lines "We'll get a running start and we'll take to the sky baby, ride, keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the prize, and ride," implore listeners to stay focused on their goals and dreams, and to keep pushing forward even when life gets tough.
Later in the song, the lyrics become more personal with lines like "And when you're feeling scorned and hated, under-appreciated, and your guiding light has faded, I'll be," which convey the message that the singer is willing to be there even when things feel incredibly bleak. The song ends with the same message of support and encouragement, with the singer promising to be there for the listener no matter what.
Overall, "Ride" is a song about being supportive, encouraging, and motivated. It reminds listeners that even when things feel tough, there is someone out there who cares and is willing to be their ride through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
If you need some transportation
If you feel stuck without a way out of your struggles
From a world of tribulation
From a world full of hardships
Tell me your destination
Share with me your goals and where you want to end up
I'll be...I'll be your ride
I'll be there to help, support and guide you
If you're out of inspiration
If you feel uninspired or lack motivation
All you feel is desperation
If all you feel is despair and hopelessness
Consider this an invitation
Think of this as an open invitation
I'll be
I am here for you
[Chorus]
I will be your support system, and together we will rise above our challenges
And when the world that you've created
When you feel trapped in the world of your own making
Has got you feeling tired and jaded
When you feel worn out and disillusioned
Get your spirits elevated
Boost your mood and outlook on life
Dig down...way deep inside
Find strength within yourself
And when you're feeling scorned and hated
When you feel unappreciated and disrespected
Under appreciated
Undervalued
And your guiding light has faded
When you no longer have a clear direction or purpose in life
I'll be
I'll always be there for you
[Chorus]
We will work together to overcome any obstacle and keep pushing forward
And when you call but they don't remember
When others forget about you or don't give you the attention you deserve
When your mail says return to sender
When your messages are ignored or rejected
Keep the faith baby don't surrender
Stay committed and keep believing in yourself, don't give up
I'm on your side
I am here to support you
I'll be your... I'll be your
I'll be your rock and your ally
I'll be
I will always be there for you
[Chorus]
We will work together to rise above our challenges and achieve our goals
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AMANDA MARSHALL, ERIC BAZILIAN, DESMOND CHILD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm going to lay here and collect my thoughts 😂
@bysonhunt1642
Really great song, beautiful voice
@syafiqmokhtar6453
I would love if Amanda upload a slow version like in the movie "The Replacements".
@magnifecent1swagg
Yea which version is that
@markleuchte1780
This is the same version..
@miracleace8157
It's taken me so long to find this song 😭😭😂🤣