Amanda grew up on her family farm but her father was a saxophonist and pianist. She started singing in her church choir when she was just three years old and first gained prominence as a country singer at the 1994 Dauphin CountryFest. In 1999, she was signed to Warner Music Canada and her first self-titled CD was released in 2000. This album prompted single "Black is Black" which quickly became a hit on country radio and television. She gained fame in the United States when Country Music Television started to air some of her videos. She also won a Juno Award for Best New Solo Artist.
After a few years away from the spotlight, Amanda came back in 2004 not only as a beautiful young woman now in her 20s, but with a new, more adult pop sound. Her single, Paper Rain, from Women and Songs, Vol. 8 reached #1 on the Canadian Top 40 chart. On March 8, 2005, her sophomore CD, Chasing the Sky, was released. It included "Paper Rain" and follow up singles "Homeless Heart" and "She'll Get Over It". On this disc, Amanda took more charge of what she sings, having co-written over half of the songs.
Amanda performed on July 1, 2005 as part of the Canada Day celebrations, taking place on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. In the summer of 2005 she toured Canada with fellow female Canadian singers Keshia Chante, Christine Evans and Cassie Steele. In December 2005 she was a part of the Holiday Train cross-Canada tour along with Wayne Ronstad and the Moffats.
Amanda is now a featured singer in the traveling Cirque du soleil arena show called Delirium, touring Canada and the United States.
You're Not Alone
Amanda Stott Lyrics
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or any other place where the crowd hangs out.
sorry crazy just yesterday
seems like your the one their all talking about
Tried to call a hundred times
did you drown in all those tears
just gotta get you on the line
cuz theres something you need to hear
Your not alone
I've been there too
you think that nobody cares for you
but don't forget
in the darkest night
when your heart is sinking like a stone
I know what your going though
your not alone
oh this morning I've been picturing you
in your lonely room with the shades pulled down
caught up in all the bitter thoughts
I know the last thing you want is someone coming around
when its time to talk it out
I'll be standing at your door
whatever you need you can count on me
cuz thats what friends are for
Your not alone
I've been there too
you think that nobody cares for you
but don't forget
in the darkest night
when your heart is sinking like a stone
I know what your going through
your not alone
I've been down that road your on
when I swore it will never end
it's gonna take some time
but before you know it
you'll be back on your feet again
Your not alone
I've been there too
you think that nobody cares for you
but don't forget
in the darkest night
when your heart is sinking like a stone
I know what your going through
your not alone
your not alone
dananananananadadanana
your not alone
nanananananadadanana
your not alone
nanananananadadanana
your not alone
nanananananadadanana
nanananananadadanana
nanananananadadanana (fade out)
The message of Amanda Stott's song "You're Not Alone" is one of comfort and reassurance to those who are feeling isolated and alone. The song begins with Stott expressing concern for someone she hasn't seen around and who seems to be the talk of the town. She's tried to contact them, but they haven't responded, so she decides to make sure they know that they're not alone.
Stott paints a picture of someone who is struggling with their loneliness, somebody who is caught up in their thoughts and feelings with the shades pulled down in their lonely room. She's been there too, and she knows how it feels. Stott is telling them that when they're ready, she'll be there to listen and support them, because that's what friends are for.
The song's message is one of empathy and understanding, and it's performed in a tender, comforting way that conveys the care and support that Stott is trying to express. It's a reminder that even in our darkest moments, someone out there cares and is willing to help us through it.
Line by Line Meaning
Haven't seen you at the Angel Cafe
I have not seen you at the usual places we frequent.
or any other place where the crowd hangs out.
You are not around where people usually gather.
sorry crazy just yesterday
It feels like a short while ago, but everything is different now.
seems like your the one their all talking about
It appears that you are the subject of many people's conversation.
Tried to call a hundred times
I have attempted to reach out to you many times.
did you drown in all those tears
Have you been crying so much that you cannot answer the phone?
just gotta get you on the line
I have to speak with you, and I want to hear your voice.
cuz theres something you need to hear
I have something important to tell you.
ooohhhoooo
An expression of the musician's emotions.
Your not alone
You are not alone in this difficult time.
I've been there too
I have experienced the same struggles as you.
you think that nobody cares for you
You believe that nobody cares about your situation.
but don't forget
Remember this:
in the darkest night
During the saddest and most difficult times
when your heart is sinking like a stone
When you are feeling like you have hit rock bottom
I know what your going through
I completely understand your struggles
oh this morning I've been picturing you
I have been thinking of you earlier today.
in your lonely room with the shades pulled down
You may be by yourself inside a dark room.
caught up in all the bitter thoughts
You are consumed by negative feelings.
I know the last thing you want is someone coming around
It seems like you do not want anyone to bother you.
when its time to talk it out
Once you are ready to discuss things,
I'll be standing at your door
I will be there to support and help you.
whatever you need you can count on me
I am always here for you, no matter what.
cuz thats what friends are for
It is because we are friends and that's what friends do.
I've been down that road your on
I have also gone through what you are experiencing right now.
when I swore it will never end
There were times I felt it will never get better.
it's gonna take some time
Recovery might take a while.
but before you know it
Sooner than later
you'll be back on your feet again
You'll be standing and moving forward again.
nanananananadadanana
Instrumental.
nanananananadadanana
Instrumental.
nanananananadadanana
Instrumental.
nanananananadadanana
Instrumental.
nanananananadadanana
Instrumental.
nanananananadadanana (fade out)
Musical conclusion.
Contributed by Grace G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.