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.
Sinner's Prayer
Beth Hart Lyrics
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Lord have mercy lord have mercy on me
Well if I've done somebody wrong
Lord have mercy if you please
I used to have plenty of money
The finest clothes in town
Bad luck and trouble overtook me
Please have mercy lord have mercy on me
And if I've done somebody wrong
Lord have mercy if you please
Keep on working my child
Oh in the morning oh
Lord have mercy
If I've been a bad girl baby
Yeah I'll change my ways
Don't want bad luck and trouble
On me all my days
Please have mercy lord have mercy on me
And if I've done somebody wrong
Lord have mercy if you please
Have mercy on me
The lyrics of the song "Sinner's Prayer" by Beth Hart are a plea for forgiveness and mercy from God. The phrase "Lord have mercy" is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the urgency and sincerity of the singer's request. The opening lines "Lord have mercy lord have mercy on me" express deep remorse and a desire for redemption.
The second verse speaks of the singer's previous material possessions, which are now gone due to "bad luck and trouble." There is a sense of regret and sorrow in the lyrics "And god look at me now" as the singer reflects on their past actions that have led to their current situation. The plea for mercy is repeated in the chorus, accompanied by the admission of guilt "if I've done somebody wrong."
The final verse speaks of the singer's commitment to changing their ways in order to avoid further problems. The lyrics "Don't want bad luck and trouble on me all my days" express a desire for a fresh start and a clean slate. The song ultimately ends with another plea for mercy and forgiveness.
Overall, the song "Sinner's Prayer" is a powerful expression of religious faith and the human struggle for redemption in the face of past mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord have mercy lord have mercy on me
The singer is appealing to God for mercy and requesting forgiveness for any wrongs committed.
Well if I've done somebody wrong
The singer acknowledges the possibility of causing harm to another person.
Lord have mercy if you please
The singer reiterates their plea to God for mercy and forgiveness.
I used to have plenty of money / The finest clothes in town
The artist used to lead a very comfortable life with abundance of money and high-end clothing.
Bad luck and trouble overtook me / And god look at me now
The artist is now in a difficult situation and reflects on how their circumstances have worsened over time.
Keep on working my child / Oh in the morning oh
The singer encourages perseverance and hard work with the promise of a better tomorrow.
If I've been a bad girl baby / Yeah I'll change my ways
The singer acknowledges their past mistakes and expresses a willingness to change and be a better person.
Don't want bad luck and trouble / On me all my days
The artist desires to break away from a cycle of unfortunate events and negative experiences.
Please have mercy lord have mercy on me / And if I've done somebody wrong / Lord have mercy if you please / Have mercy on me
The song ends with a plea to God for mercy, asking for forgiveness for any wrongs committed and a desire to move past difficult times.
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Written by: LLOYD C. GLENN, LLOYD C., SR. GLENN, LOWELL FULSON
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"Sinner's Prayer"
(with Joe Bonamassa)
(originally by Ray Charles)
Lord, have mercy, Lord, have mercy on me
Lord, have mercy, Lord, have mercy on me
Well, if I've done somebody wrong
Lord, have mercy if you please
I used to have plenty of money
The finest clothes in town
Bad luck and trouble overtook me
And God, look at me now
Please have mercy, Lord, have mercy on me
And if I've done somebody wrong
Lord, have mercy if you please
Keep on working, my child
Oh, in the morning, oh
Lord, have mercy
If I've been a bad girl, baby
Yeah, I'll change my ways
Don't want bad luck and trouble
On me all my days
Please have mercy, Lord, have mercy on me
And if I've done somebody wrong
Lord, have mercy if you please
Have mercy on me
@M._Lou
There's nobody better than these two!!!
Love Joe and Beth! ❤️.¸¸.☆
@dianacrow7509
Buddy & Koko? Mmm...? Delivers sensuality Lawdy, lawdy; I miss hearing Music 🎶. Someone keeps playing with my Bluetooth from somewhere else, unplugged of late... Killin' me! Everybody needs bles & mood juice long about now. Thanks y'all be safe, stay well all!
@hemulik.8117
I got to watch this whole concert today M... dang.. again some perfection with great visitors.. and.. at these Beth parts.. I admit I cried a bit... so amazing this and especially the song I'll Take Care of You before this one.. I am enjoying 😊
@M._Lou
I’m positively addicted to “Beth & Joe - I'd Rather Go Blind - Live in Amsterdam”.
Their artistry is above & beyond, both individually and together!
Joe's solo there is unmatched!❤️.¸¸.☆
@danceblues1713
I think you would like "Light My Fire" from the same show w/ Beth and Joe B. I too love his commitment to be excellence.
@elenaskrypnikova3472
Same here, and my personal fav of this duo is "I'll take care of You". Love this song. Big hugs M. LOU!!!!!! 🤝🌷💗💕🍀🥀🌼💖
@bobbiejeanbarnett675
...baddest blues & close to my fire are two of my favorites🌹..
@danceblues1713
Yes!! I so happily agree.
@addicted2tone349
I love watching Beth sing, she's pure electricity. The music just flows thru her like current..
@candyjosimpson1077
My daughter Beth & I saw Beth in Chicago up close & personal she mythical, raw, real & beautuful she touches my soul like no other...