In 2001, he made his debut with the single "Austin". The lead-off single from his self-titled debut album, "Austin" spent five weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The now Platinum-certified debut album also produced two more top 20 entries ("All Over Me" and "Ol' Red").
His second and third albums, 2003's The Dreamer and 2004's Blake Shelton's Barn & Grill, are gold and platinum, respectively. His fourth album, Pure BS (2007), was re-issued in 2008 with a cover of Michael Bublé's pop hit "Home" as one of the bonus tracks. His fifth album, Startin' Fires was released in November 2008. It was followed by the extended plays Hillbilly Bone and All About Tonight in 2010, and the albums Red River Blue in 2011, Based on a True Story... in 2013, Bringing Back the Sunshine in 2014, If I'm Honest in 2016, Texoma Shore in 2017, and Fully Loaded: God's Country in 2019.
Shelton is a judge on the televised singing competitions Nashville Star, Clash of the Choirs, and a coach on NBC's The Voice. He has been on The Voice since its inception, and, so far, in nine of 22 seasons (2–4, 7, 11, 13, 18, 20, 22), a member of his team has won.
There's A New Kid In Town
Blake Shelton Lyrics
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We're following the star shining brighter
Old man, won't you help us if you can,
He shook his head but he pointed his hand
There's a new kid in town,
And he's lying in a manger down the road
There's a new kid in town,
Heaven knows,
There's a new kid in town,
Here in Bethlehem
I see you've traveled far, bearing treasures
You say these gifts are for the new King's pleasures
I've heard that a king might come
But up till now there hasn't been one
There's a new kid in town,
And he's lying in a manger down the road
There's a new kid in town,
But he's just another baby I suppose,
Heaven knows,
There's a new kid in town,
Here in Bethlehem
There's a new kid in town,
And he's lying in a manger down the road
There's a new kid in town,
But he's just another baby I suppose,
Heaven knows,
There's a new kid in town,
Here in Bethlehem
In this song, There's A New Kid In Town, Blake Shelton (Holiday) tells the story of the three wise men traveling to Bethlehem in search of the newborn "king," the "new Messiah" who they believe will bring salvation to the world. The men are looking for this newborn king who is said to be born under the brightest star in the sky. They seek the help of an old man who refuses to assist, but points them in the direction of where the king is supposed to be.
When they finally find the newborn king, they are surprised to find him lying in a manger, born in a stable instead of a grand palace fit for a king. The author emphasizes the irony of the situation, stating that while the new kid may be a king, he is "just another baby I suppose," born in an ordinary stable. The song paints a picture of the humble beginnings of the king that the world has been waiting for, and highlights the irony of the grandiose expectations people have of him and his origin.
Overall, the song captures the message of Christmas, which is that even the most humble beginnings can lead to greatness, and that sometimes the most important moments can occur in the most unexpected of places.
Line by Line Meaning
We're looking for the king, the new Messiah
We are searching for the leader, the chosen one.
We're following the star shining brighter
We are following the bright star in hopes of finding our way to the chosen one.
Old man, won't you help us if you can,
Sir, would you kindly lend a helping hand,
He shook his head but he pointed his hand
He declined our request but showed us the direction.
I see you've traveled far, bearing treasures
I notice you have journeyed a great distance with valuable gifts.
You say these gifts are for the new King's pleasures
You mention that these gifts are intended for the joy of the new King.
I've heard that a king might come
I am aware that a king may arrive.
But up till now there hasn't been one
However, so far there has been none.
There's a new kid in town,
A new baby has arrived in this place.
And he's lying in a manger down the road
He is resting in a humble animal feeding place nearby.
But he's just another baby I suppose,
Although he is special, he is still just a normal child.
Heaven knows,
It is known by the angels and divine forces.
Here in Bethlehem
In this city called Bethlehem.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Claude Putman Jr., Curly Putman, Don Cook, Keith Whitley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@shannonmarie294
I heard this song for the first time today while at work, and with the current state of our country, this beautiful song about our King just dropped me to my knees……. 😔🙏🏻🇺🇸🙏🏻 I feel so broken because we are losing our country!…. And I love our Lord with all my heart!!!! ❤️🙏🏻❤️ which will never change for me!…
@carsonfarist8590
Amen hallelujah praise GOD keep doing for the LORD!!! Thanks for this post!!! GOD is so good amen
@Juiced10111
You may feel like you are losing your country, but do not fear. Have faith in the Lord above. He has planned this all out to perfection and the USA will become the light and the breadbasket of the world and will never ever be destroyed.
@user-eg8il7ig7m
❤
@ellenebay3470
No one gives Blake the credit he deserves for a voice that is so clear and distinct! No surprise he has does it again with an assist from Kelly
@brianpozowicz1816
No one gives Blake credit? WHATTT!!!???? Lol he is in the god level tier of musicians for his voice 😂
@evalehde3869
Seriously? He is bigger than Garth Brooks! He has a bazzilllion dollars! What do you want for him, a crown?
@ronayres5874
D1
@carsonfarist8590
Amen hallelujah praise GOD he saved and changed me!!! I can’t thank him enough!!! Turn to him he can do the same for you also!!! GOD is so good amen hallelujah praise GOD
@joyceinsley5800
Never get tired of listening to this beautiful song. Blake and Kelly needs to do more duets!!! ❤️❤️❤️