He would go on to sign with the label releasing his first solo album in 1990 entitled A Crack In Time. In promotion of the album, Russell began touring extensively throughout Europe achieving a level of success he had yet to obtain back in the United States.
Russell would go on to release over a dozen albums on various labels. Throughout his career, he battled with drug and alcohol addiction and was arrested in Texas for cocaine possession in 1995.
On 3 April 2011, Russell died in Garfield, Texas, after a lengthy battle with liver cancer at the age of 62. He is survived by Swiss-born wife, Cynthia, who continues to live in Central Texas and son, Justin.
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This is my life
Calvin Russell Lyrics
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And so I'm gonna live it
And any little thing I do
I won't beg you to forgive it
Don't let this bother you
Don't you worry about it
I ain't lookin for approval
I can do so well without it
Your back porch
Singin out a tune just to you
This is my life
Don't you hold it against me
If I try to find some kind of life
That feels like it fits me
Don't let this bother you
Don't you worry about it
I ain't looking for approval
I can do so well without it
I'll be sittin on
Your back porch
Singin out a tune just to you
This is my life
And so I'm gonna live it
And any little thing I do
I won't beg you to forgive it
Don't let this bother you
Don't you worry about it
I ain't lookin for approval
I can do so well without it
I'll be sittin on
Your back porch
Singin out a tune just to you
The lyrics of Calvin Russell's "This is my life" convey the message of an individual who is determined to live their life on their own terms and does not seek approval from anyone else. This person is not concerned with what others think of their actions and does not feel the need to apologize or beg for forgiveness for anything they do.
The first stanza sets the tone for the song, with the singer stating that they will live their life the way they want and will not seek forgiveness for any of their actions. The second stanza implies that the singer is aware that others may not agree with the way they are living their life but that their opinions will not change the way that they choose to live. The final stanza repeats the sentiments of the first, with the singer asserting their desire to live their life without seeking approval from others.
The chorus of the song is a defiant statement of independence and self-determination, with the singer declaring that their life is their own and they will not let anyone else dictate how they live it. The imagery of sitting on someone else's back porch and singing out a tune just to them signifies that the singer is confident in their own abilities and does not need validation from others to feel fulfilled.
Overall, "This is my life" is a song that promotes individualism, independence, and self-determination. It is a powerful message of self-acceptance and self-love that encourages listeners to live their lives on their own terms, free from the expectations and judgments of others.
Line by Line Meaning
This is my life
I am in control of my own life and how I live it.
And so I'm gonna live it
I am going to do what I want with my life and not let others dictate it.
And any little thing I do
I won't beg you to forgive it
I am not going to apologize for living my life the way I want to.
Don't let this bother you
Don't you worry about it
My choices should not affect or bother others.
I ain't lookin for approval
I can do so well without it
I don't need anyone's approval to be happy and successful in my life.
I'll be sittin on
Your back porch
Singin out a tune just to you
I will not let anyone stop me from expressing my thoughts and feelings, even if it means singing on their porch.
Don't you hold it against me
If I try to find some kind of life
That feels like it fits me
I am not wrong for trying to find a life that is enjoyable and fulfilling to me, even if it means going against traditional norms.
Contributed by Cole G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@virginiaspiva221
To my dear friend Russell. Calvin was his stage name. We were teenagers together and really good friends. At the age of 19 and 20, he use to come to my apartment to practice learning to play the guitar. He said once if me lot letting him practice at my place, he might never have learned. He loved his music and he was self taught. I never imagined he would actually make it. So glad you were able to reach your goal and bring your music to your fans. Wonderful to know you found happiness before God called you home.
@yonvanderfield6440
Wow, connu en '89, j' en n'aurai jamais assez !!!
@mikeg8290
My Mom 👩 💕 loves this guy. She turned me on to this, and n i love ❤️