While playing the Los Angeles clubs, she enlisted bassist Tal Herzberg and guitarist Jimmy Khoury. In 1993, Hart appeared on Ed McMahon's Star Search several times.
"Beth Hart and the Ocean of Souls" was recorded in 1993. It includes "Am I the One" (re-worked on later album Immortal (1996)) and a pop-rock cover of the Beatles' "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds."
Hart released her album Immortal with her band Beth Hart Band in 1996.
Her next album, Screamin' for My Supper (Atlantic, 1999), featured "LA Song (Out of This Town)," a top-5 Adult Contemporary Chart hit. At the same time, Hart was singing the lead role in "Love, Janis," an Off-Broadway musical based on Joplin's letters home to her mother.
Hart's Leave the Light On was released in 2003. European releases of the album include extras such as the ballad "Learning to Live" and a duet with Barry Hay, "I Don't Want to Be."
Hart released "Live at Paradiso" in 2005. The DVD version includes a bonus documentary covering "a day in the life" of Hart. She has also recorded with Born ("It Hurts"), Les Paul and Neal Schon ("I Wanna Know You"), and released a number of music video singles not available on CD, including "Shine," "Boogeyman," and "Setting Me Free."
Beth Hart's album 37 Days was released in Europe July 2007.
Hart did a song with Slash called "Mother Maria." That song is on the iTunes version of Slash's solo album, Slash.
Beth's new single was released in May 2010, the track, "Learning to Live," is from an upcoming album of the same name and will be used as the theme song to "Losing It with Jillian" on NBC. this album marks Beth's first new American studio release since 2003.
In 2011 she worked with Joe Bonamassa, first providing vocals for the track "No Love On The Street" on his album Dust Bowl (March 2011). They also worked on an entire album of blues classics together, entitled Don't Explain(released on September 27, 2011).
Beth Hart is married and currently resides in Los Angeles. Her band includes lead guitarist Jon Nichols, bassist Tom Lilly, and drummer Todd Wolf. Her manager is David Wolff.
Lifts You Up
Beth Hart Lyrics
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I 'm alive, loud as a golden gun,
I killed my pride So once again
I'd see Live and learn fallen one thousand times
I feel the burn
There's fire from a crazy sky,
I sealed concern
It lifts you up it puts you down.
Then it feeds you life, then it lets you drown.
While it holds your heart then it slowly tears you apart
And ya know life is what I mean.
If I could, ya know I'd stand on the rock
Where Jesus stood, innocence and evil bad and good
Walkin'side by side
We got a way of makin' up our minds
How could I run just leave it all behind
When it breaks me up inside still I
Refuse to hide and it is just what it is
And that's all right
The first verse of "Lifts You Up" by Beth Hart seems to be talking about a sense of freedom and newfound confidence that the singer has found. The line "I stole the outside runnin' into the sun" could imply that the singer has taken control of their own life, perhaps leaving behind a difficult situation or finding new opportunities. The reference to being "loud as a golden gun" suggests a sense of power and strength in this newfound freedom.
The line "I killed my pride so once again I'd see" could be interpreted as the singer having to let go of their ego or former way of thinking in order to move forward. The idea of living and learning, falling down a thousand times, indicates that the singer has experienced some challenges and setbacks but continues to push forward. The second verse is a bit more abstract, discussing a "crazy sky" and sealing concern, but it seems to echo the idea that sometimes in order to move forward or find joy, one must push past worries or fears.
The chorus of the song is a bit darker, suggesting that life can lift us up and then bring us crashing down. It seems to be acknowledging that life can be full of ups and downs, joy and pain. The line "while it holds your heart then it slowly tears you apart" is particularly poignant, suggesting that even the good things in life can be bittersweet. However, the final verse of the song brings a sense of hope. The singer wishes to stand where Jesus stood, acknowledging the complexity of the world but also the possibility for goodness to prevail.
Line by Line Meaning
I stole the outside runnin' into the sun
I made a bold move by getting out of my comfort zone and embracing life.
I 'm alive, loud as a golden gun
I am full of life and energy, ready to take on anything with confidence.
I killed my pride So once again I'd see Live and learn fallen one thousand times
I let go of my ego to learn from my past mistakes and grow as a person.
I feel the burn There's fire from a crazy sky
I am facing intense challenges that test my resilience and perseverance.
I sealed concern So once again I'd be
I set aside my worries to focus on what truly matters in life.
It lifts you up it puts you down.
Life is full of ups and downs that can be both exhilarating and exhausting.
Then it feeds you life, then it lets you drown.
Life has its moments of joy and excitement, but it can also be overwhelming and suffocating.
While it holds your heart then it slowly tears you apart
Life can be both beautiful and painful, and it can take an emotional toll on you.
And ya know life is what I mean.
This is what life is all about, with all its ups and downs, joys and sorrows.
If I could, ya know I'd stand on the rock Where Jesus stood, innocence and evil bad and good
If I could, I would find a place of spiritual and moral clarity like where Jesus stood.
Walkin'side by side We got a way of makin' up our minds
Regardless of the challenges we face, we can rely on our faith and our inherent sense of right and wrong to guide us in our decisions.
How could I run just leave it all behind
Even when life gets tough, it's important to face your problems head-on and not give up on what's important to you.
When it breaks me up inside still I Refuse to hide and it is just what it is And that's all right
Even though life can be difficult and painful, I won't let it consume me or defeat me. I accept life for what it is and strive to find happiness and meaning despite the challenges.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ROBERT THIELE (JUN), BETH HART, GREGG SUTTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@musiceldorado
Tomorrow my dream will become a reality, to hear Bet Hart live at a concert in Belgrade. Thank you Beth for coming back.
@j.f.g.1272
You must buy the DVD "Live at the Royal Albert Hall" ! Amazing show !!!
@josephagonzalesjr820
I Believe that I fell In LOVE with Beth the first time I heard her sing AM I THE ONE! At this time, I had already started Guitar Lessons a few months before hearing her sing. I was here on YouTube searching for some Blues music to play along with! All I can say is, Thank you Beth Hart for being the person that you are and Thank You so much for sharing yourself with all of us that truly loves and appreciates you! My Personal Opinion Of Beth Hart is this.... You Are, Absolutely, Positively "The Greatest Female Blues Singer That Ever Walked This Earth! Oh, I haven't mentioned this yet, but I must.... And The Most Beautiful Blues Singer Ever Lived!!! Sorry I took up so much space Y'all, but Hey, Beth is Worth It and She Most Certinley Deserves It!
Joseph :-)
@andrewrusse
Just got home from work - the CD and bluray have arrived. Listening to this right now on CD - it's fabulous. Saving the bluray for when my wife gets home. We both loved the night, and it's so good to have a recording and a video of it.
@eironwyman8157
Beth simply has it all. The voice, the presence and the personality to carry a show. Love her music and consider her the best in the blues/jazz scene right now. I just wish she would come to Canada, specifically Victoria BC on tour at some point.
@j.f.g.1272
An incredible show ! Beth, we love you so much ! You are really THE BEST !!!
@j.f.g.1272
I just received the DVD. Fabulous concert of 2 hours, with a diva in top form. What a fantastic performer !!!
@ginaalwaysavip1177
We love you Beth! Thanks for sharing and God bless you and your loved ones!!
@morzmor3373
I love this woman!!!! Full of incredible energy! XXX
@sylvestre.rawminey
Amazing new version of a great song!
Beth, you are a Healer! Whenever I listen to you, I feel better!