Career
Carly Pearce was born in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. She dropped out of school when she was 16 and moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in order to perform at Dollywood five times a week, in addition to contributing to bluegrass music compilation albums. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee when she was 19. She signed a developmental deal with Sony Music Nashville in 2012, which was ultimately unsuccessful.
In 2016, she was a featured vocalist on Josh Abbott Band's "Wasn't That Drunk", which charted in the top 40 of Country Airplay. Pearce also toured with the band to perform the song, including a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The song's success led to her working with songwriter and producer busbee on her solo debut single "Every Little Thing". After this song received airplay on Sirius XM's "The Highway" channel, Pearce gained a contract with Big Machine Records, which released the single to country radio on February 22. The song also received a music video, which features Pearce performing the song live at Brown Owl Studio. On October 13th, 2017 her first studio album named after the title track "Every Little Thing" was released.
At the time of its release, Pearce established herself further with further musical projects. This included touring with Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett, and Blake Shelton. Her next single release, "Hide the Wine", was spawned from her 2017 album. It became Pearce's second major hit, reaching number 13 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in 2018. The same year, she issued a single that was to be the lead release of her upcoming second studio album. Entitled "Closer to You", the song was released in November 2018 and reached the top 40 of the Billboard country charts.
In October 2019, Pearce released a second single from her upcoming second studio album. The song, "I Hope You're Happy Now", was a duet with country artist Lee Brice. The song was her second to reach the number one spot on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. After taking time to marry singer Michael Ray, her self-titled second studio album was issued in February 2020. It would be Busbee's final production project before his death in 2019. It debuted at number six on the Top Country Albums list and number 73 on the Billboard 200.
In June 2020, Pearce revealed that she was recording new music and that her next single will not be a track off of her second album. In September 2020, she released the single, "Next Girl". In February 2021, Pearce released her first extended play, “29”. The album's name was derived from personal setbacks she endured during her twenty ninth year. These events included her divorce from singer, Michael Ray, and the death of her long-time producer, Busbee. The EP received praise from critics, with American Songwriter calling it an "exquisite seven song collection.". Following its release, "Next Girl" reached the top 15 of the Billboard country airplay chart
In June 2021, Pearce was invited by Dolly Parton to become a cast member of the Grand Ole Opry. A month later, she announced the release of her third studio album titled 29: Written in Stone alongside the promotional single "Dear Miss Loretta", a tribute to Loretta Lynn featuring Patty Loveless. The album was a continuation of her 2021 EP. It was officially released in September 2021. It reached number nine on the Billboard country albums chart and number 83 on the Billboard 200. The disc received positive reviews from critics, including AllMusic, which praised her "vulnerability" and Variety, which highlighted its traditional musical sound. The disc spawned the 2021 single, "Never Wanted to Be That Girl", a duet with Ashley McBryde. It became Pearce's third single to top the Billboard Country Airplay chart. In October 2022, Pearce headlined two sold-out shows at the Ryman Auditorium. The album's third single "What He Didn't Do" reached number one on the Aircheck/Mediabase chart, becoming the first woman in 80 weeks to top the country radio charts with a solo track.
In early 2023, Pearce won her first accolade from the Grammy Awards for her performance on "Never Wanted to Be That Girl". In March 2023, Pearce's first live album was released titled 29: Written in Stone (Live from Music City). It featured the entirety of her previous album, along with several additional tracks and special guests.
In 2024, Pearce announced the release of her next studio album Hummingbird. The original release was scheduled for June 14, but Pearce pushed the release date to June 7 to correspond with CMA Fest. Hummingbird rose to number 31 on the US country albums chart. Its lead single "We Don't Fight Anymore" (featuring Chris Stapleton), reached the US country top ten in 2024.
You Know Where to Find Me
Carly Pearce Lyrics
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And city dreams start turning into dirt
Underneath the sky so black, backseat of your Pontiac
Got me breathing secrets no one's ever heard
When I'm feeling lost, when I'm feeling weak
You know how to bring me back to what I really need
That little bit of wild that no one ever seesWhen I'm on the edge of losing who I wanna be
You know where to find me, find me
You know where to find me, find me
When I don't know where to go and life feels a lot like a tornado
Spinning me around without a place to land, oh-oh
There in chaos, we lock eyes, you always show up right on time
Swear you calm the storm at the touch of your hand
When I'm feeling lost, when I'm feeling weak
You know how to bring me back to what I really need
That little bit of wild that no one ever sees
When I'm on the edge of losing who I wanna be
You know where to find me, find me
You know where to find me, find me
I'm never too far gone for you
I'm never too far gone
No matter where I go, it's true
I'm never too far gone
When I'm feeling lost, when I'm feeling weak
You know how to bring me back to what I really need
That little bit of wild that no one ever sees
When I'm on the edge of losing who I wanna be
You know where to find me, find meYou know where to find me, find me, yeah
You know where to find me, find me
You know where to find me, find me, yeah
Carly Pearce's "You Know Where to Find Me" speaks about the power of having someone by your side who knows and understands you deeply. The lyrics take us on a journey down a "no-name county road" to a place where "cigarettes grow" and big city dreams fade away. In the backseat of a Pontiac, the singer feels comfortable enough to reveal her secrets and vulnerability, something she hasn't disclosed to anyone else. When she feels lost and weak, this person brings her back to what she needs, that "little bit of wild" that no one else sees. The story continues to emphasize how this person always shows up at the right time, even in the midst of a tornado-like chaos. The chorus reinforces the concept that this person knows exactly where to find her when she needs them most.
The song expresses a beautiful message about the power of human connections and how having someone who understands us and is there for us can move us forward, even in the toughest of times. The imagery of the "county road" and cigarettes growing creates a sense of intimacy and familiarity that is found in rural America. Even though the singer may feel lost, she has someone who can find her and bring her back from the edge. This person helps her find that "little bit of wild," which is crucial to who she wants to be. The lyrics are poetic and emotionally resonant, and Pearce's voice delivers them with a sense of honesty and authenticity, making the song relatable to anyone who has experienced the power of deep connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Down that no-name county road, past where the cigarettes grow
Driving down an obscure road, passing through tobacco fields
And city dreams start turning into dirt
Entering the countryside where urban aspirations become obsolete
Underneath the sky so black, backseat of your Pontiac
Sitting in a car with a dark, starry sky above
Got me breathing secrets no one's ever heard
Revealing intimate thoughts to a confidant
When I'm feeling lost, when I'm feeling weak
During moments of confusion or vulnerability
You know how to bring me back to what I really need
This person has the ability to support me in finding my true self
That little bit of wild that no one ever sees
That elusive part of my personality that is not commonly revealed
When I'm on the edge of losing who I wanna be
In situations where I'm drifting away from my desired identity
You know where to find me, find me
This person can locate me and offer necessary support
When I don't know where to go and life feels a lot like a tornado
When confusion and turmoil reign supreme in my life
Spinning me around without a place to land, oh-oh
Being uncertain and unable to find footing in a tumultuous life
There in chaos, we lock eyes, you always show up right on time
In the midst of confusion, this person appears at precisely the right moment
Swear you calm the storm at the touch of your hand
This person has a calming and stabilizing effect on me
I'm never too far gone for you
This person can always reach out to me
No matter where I go, it's true
Regardless of my physical location, this person can reach me
You know where to find me, find me, yeah
This person has a reliable method to locate and connect with me
You know where to find me, find me
This person has a dependable way of finding and helping me
You know where to find me, find me, yeah
This person's resources and abilities are a constant for me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carly Pearce, Emily Shackelton, Michael James Ryan Busbee
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