Born in Hope Valley, Rhode Island, with his parents Mr. & Mrs. William Gilman Jr., Gilman first received notice as a performer at age seven, attracting the attention of a local vocal coach, Angela Bacari, who later became his manager. Eventually he met with Ray Benson (of Asleep at the Wheel) who helped him record demos, including "Roly Poly". Two months later he was signed by Sony Music Nashville.
His 2000 debut album, One Voice, had a very widely-played single that crossed over well into top 40 airplay. The album reached multi-platinum status, and earned a Grammy nomination. Generally touted as a child prodigy, Gilman appeared on various talk shows. Classic Christmas (which was certified gold) was released later in the year.
He released Dare to Dream (certified gold) on Sony BMG Music Entertainment/Epic Records in 2001, and in 2003 released Music Through Heartsongs, an album inspired by the poetry of Mattie Stepanek. Later in 2003, he performed at a benefit for The Station nightclub fire. In May 2005, he released Everything and More, his first album since his voice changed.
Billy's latest album, self-titled, was released in September 2006 on the Image Entertainment label. The first single off the upcoming album, Southern Star, heralds a return to his country music roots. Billy is scheduled to begin working on his next album with Eddie Galan and Andrew Lane of Trilogy Productions.
The Woman In My Life
Billy Gilman Lyrics
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With a gentle touch
She kisses me and whispers "darling
This day was made for us"
The woman in my life has a way of smiling
That can turn a gray sky blue
It's just like her without trying
And she's there when I need her
My guardian angel
In the dark I can see her
Here by my side
The woman in my life catches me when I've fallen
And holds me like a baby when I'm hurt
No matter how high I climb
She guides me safely back to Earth
And she's there when I need her
My guardian angel
In the dark I can see her
Here by my side
The woman in my life says I'm the one she prayed for
And all she's ever gonna need
But she's the one my heart was made for
And that's the way it's always gonna be
Now I understand just why my dad
Is crazy 'bout the woman in my life
The lyrics of Billy Gilman's song The Woman In My Life describe the love and admiration that the singer has for a special woman in his life. He begins by praising her for her affectionate morning greetings and her ability to make him feel loved and cared for. He goes on to describe her infectious smile that has the power to make everything around him seem brighter and happier. As the song progresses, the singer paints a portrait of a woman who is always there for him, ready to catch him if he stumbles and comfort him when he is hurt. He speaks of her as his guardian angel, who is always by his side even in the darkest moments.
The song's chorus sums up the singer's feelings about this woman, portraying her as his soulmate and the one his heart was made for. He acknowledges that he is lucky to have her in his life, and that he understands why his dad is crazy about her. Overall, the lyrics of The Woman In My Life celebrate the beauty of a loving relationship and the importance of having someone to lean on and rely on when times get tough.
Line by Line Meaning
The woman in my life wakes me up in the morning
The person with whom I share my life wakes me up every morning
With a gentle touch
She comes to me with her gentle touch
She kisses me and whispers "darling
This day was made for us"
She takes me in her arms, kisses me affectionately, and tells me that this day belongs to us
The woman in my life has a way of smiling
That can turn a gray sky blue
My partner has the power to brighten up my day even when it's gloomy
It's just like her without trying
To make the whole world new
She is effortlessly capable of making my world a better place
And she's there when I need her
My guardian angel
In the dark I can see her
Here by my side
During my darkest hours, she stands by my side like a guardian angel and illuminates my path with her light
The woman in my life catches me when I've fallen
And holds me like a baby when I'm hurt
No matter how high I climb
She guides me safely back to Earth
She supports me when I am unable to stand, cradles me when I am hurt, and directs me back to safety when I dare to soar too high
The woman in my life says I'm the one she prayed for
And all she's ever gonna need
But she's the one my heart was made for
And that's the way it's always gonna be
Although she claims to have prayed to find someone like me, my heart knows it belongs to her and always will
Now I understand just why my dad
Is crazy 'bout the woman in my life
Now I understand why my father has so much respect and admiration for the woman I love
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