With more than 64 million albums sold worldwide, 18 #1 singles, with seven as co-writes, Seven Grammys, and countless other accolades---all achieved with four albums in less than eight years---some artists might feel as though they’d earned the right to rest on their laurels, but not Carrie Underwood. Fueled by a restless creative spirit, good-natured competitive streak and abundance of God-given talent, Carrie unleashes her most ambitious project yet with Blown Away.
Teaming again with producer Mark Bright, Carrie delivers a 14-song collection that covers a particularly vast expanse of emotional territory. She celebrates the understated pleasures of small town living in “Thank God for Hometowns” and explores the exquisite fragility of life in “Forever Changed.” She’s not averse to tackling abuse and betrayal then doling out a little sweet revenge with such compelling tracks as “Blown Away” and “Two Black Cadillacs.” Musically the songs range from rollicking up-tempo anthems, such as the hit first single “Good Girl” to the island-flavored escape of “One Way Ticket” and the steel guitar-laced country lament of “Wine After Whiskey.”
Such musical and lyrical diversity is the foundation of Carrie’s artistry. After all, this is a young woman who has performed with Steven Tyler on a top-rated edition of CMT’s “Crossroads,” scored a No. 1 country hit with good friend Brad Paisley on “Remind Me,” and sang with the iconic Tony Bennett on the 2012 Grammy telecast, delivering the classic “It Had to be You,” their collaboration on Bennett’s Duets II album.
The Oklahoma native is a fan of all types of music, yet she’s purposefully planted herself in the country format, even while her eclectic tastes have influenced her creative output. She’s been careful to not get pigeonholed and prides herself on not being predictable. “I feel like I’ve taken all of my albums into as many different directions as possible while still keeping them cohesive,” she says. “I love this album from start to finish and love every song on it. There’s not one single song that’s like another song I’ve ever done. I think it’s my best album. I really do think there’s something for everyone.”
Her ability to be unique yet accessible has been crucial to Carrie’s career from the beginning. She became America’s sweetheart in 2005 when she won the fourth season of American Idol, a vehicle that transformed her from a shy Oklahoma girl with a great voice to a budding superstar. Since then she’s become the popular franchise’s most successful alumni.
She’s won a vast array of awards including three female vocalist awards from both the Country Music Association (CMA) and the Academy of Country Music (ACM). In 2010, when Carrie garnered her second win as ACM Entertainer of the Year, she became the first female artist to win the award twice, and only the 7th female to take the award in the 40-year history of the ACM category, among Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain, and the Dixie Chicks. Carrie also received the ACM Triple Crown Award, thanks to her past wins for the categories of Entertainer of the Year, Top Female Vocalist and Top New Female Vocalist, which has been won by only one other female artist – Barbara Mandrell in 2004. In addition to the above, Carrie’s won 7 American Music Awards, 6 People’s Choice Awards, 9 CMT Music Awards, 9 American Country Awards, and 7 BMI Songwriter Awards. Carrie also received a Golden Globe nomination in 2010 for “Best Original Song” for “There’s A Place For Us” from Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader which she both recorded and co-wrote.
Carrie’s 2005 debut Some Hearts topped Billboard’s Country Albums chart for 27 weeks, has sold over 7 million copies, and was voted #1 Country Album of the Decade by Billboard. Both her 2007 sophomore album, Carnival Ride and 2009’s Play On debuted at No. 1. Her current album, Blown Away, debuted atop the all-genre Billboard 200 chart, where it held the No. 1 spot for two consecutive weeks. Over the course of four albums, she’s saturated country radio with such hits as “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” “Before He Cheats,” “So Small,” “Last Name,” “Just A Dream,” “Cowboy Casanova,” “Temporary Home,” “All-American Girl,” “Undo It,” “Mama’s Song,” “Good Girl,” and “Blown Away.”
Carrie’s highly acclaimed concert tours have further helped to establish her into the elite status of the country music community, or in any genre of music, with her stellar performances. In 2008, after wrapping her “Carnival Ride Tour” she became the top selling country female touring artist of the year selling out many of the 137 shows before 1.2 million fans. In that year, Carrie also became the most-heard artist at country radio and was named the #1 Hot Country Songs Artist by Billboard and #1 Top Country Artist by Radio & Records. In 2010, her next headline arena tour, the “Play On Tour,” played 108 shows with one million fans attending which resulted in Carrie being named again as the top-ranked female country touring artist of the year. Carrie is currently on her critically-acclaimed international “Blown Away Tour”, which began at London’s historic Royal Albert Hall, and continued throughout Australia, before launching in North America in September of 2012.
Carrie is a proud member of the Grand Ole Opry and expanded her resume making her acting debut in the 2011 film “Soul Surfer.” She can be seen in print and TV ads as the North American face of Olay beauty products, and has a long-running deal with vitaminwater®. One of Country Music’s most respected young ambassadors, Carrie has served as co-host of the CMA Awards with Brad Paisley the past five years.
Yet for those who think they know Carrie, Blown Away is likely to catch them by surprise, particularly the cinematic title track with its swirling, atmospheric production and intense lyric about abuse and revenge. “I got chills,” she says of the first time she heard the Josh Kear/Chris Tompkins penned stunner. “I remember where I was when I heard it and called my manager and said, ‘Do not let anyone else have this song. It’s my song’ . . . It’s such a visual song. You listen to it and you can see everything that is happening. It’s so dramatic. I’m not a drama person, but when you can make a movie in song form in 3 ½ minutes, it’s surreal.”
“Blown Away” finds a daughter getting revenge on an abusive, alcoholic father and the next song, “Two Black Cadillacs,” also has a larger-than-life cinematic quality which makes both tunes feel like mini-movies set to music. “Two Black Cadillacs” relates the story of a wife and mistress who conspire to get even with the man who betrayed them both. “It’s just more drama,” says Carrie, who co-wrote the tune with Josh Kear and Hillary Lindsey. “It was so much fun creating all this drama and singing about it. That’s the great thing about being an entertainer; you’re just a big actor. When we start sitting down and writing songs, you just never know what’s going to come out.”
Carrie co-wrote eight of the 14 songs on Blown Away, including the first single, Good Girl" which reached number 1 on the country airplay charts and is certified platinum. ‘Good Girl’ was one of the last ones I wrote for the album,” she says of the tune she penned with Chris DeStefano and Ashley Gorley. “We wanted something a little more fun and up-tempo. Chris DeStefano is just a mad scientist with his Pro Tools and he can play every instrument. We walked out of that writing session with a demo. It sounded awesome. It was ready to go. We let everybody hear it and everybody was so excited.”
“Cupid’s Got a Shotgun” is another of the album’s high-energy tracks and it gets an extra kick from Paisley contributing his signature guitar licks. “Once we got into the studio, I was like Brad Paisley HAS to play on this. He’ll make the song,” Carrie says of the tune, she wrote with Kear and Tompkins. “We left so much space in the song for him to come in and play. He did his thing and sounded awesome. He added that last piece of the puzzle and it’s just so country. It’s really cool.”
In addition to being musically inventive, Carrie has long been known for delivering songs with substance, and the new album delivers its share of potent messages. “Nobody Ever Told You,” which Carrie wrote with Luke Laird and Hillary Lindsey, boasts an empowering lyric and a breezy, engaging melody. “People need to hear compliments more,” she says of the song’s life-affirming lyric. “People need to hear ‘I love you’ more. People need to hear ‘You are beautiful’ more.”
“Good in Goodbye,” co-written by Carrie, Lindsey and Ryan Tedder, is a bittersweet look at life beyond heartbreak that offers tender truth in the lines “As bad as it was/As bad as it hurt/I thank God I didn’t get what I thought I deserved.” On the other end of the emotional spectrum, “Thank God for Hometowns” is a sweet salute to small town life. “I heard that one when I was going back to my 10 year high school reunion,” the Checotah, OK native says. “I listened to the demo when I was driving in to go stay with my parents. It was just very fitting in my heart at that time.”
“Forever Changed” is a beautiful ballad that brings tears to Carrie’s eyes as she discusses it. “I had a hard time recording it and I still have a hard time listening to it,” she says of the Tom Douglas/Hillary Lindsey/James T. Slater penned ballad. “That is the most wonderfully well written song I’ve ever heard in my life. There’s this young girl meeting the love of her life, getting married and having a baby. It takes you back in time and there is something old fashioned about it. At the end, the mom’s obviously slipping a way a little bit. It is a sad song, but it’s not meant to be a sad song. It’s about love, being forever changed, forever loved.”
In a few short years, Carrie has seen the power music has to change lives---to incite dialog, to instill hope, and to simply entertain. She’s aware of the platform she’s been given. She respects it and appreciates every moment. “I’m very happy in my life and I count my blessings every day,” she says. “Seven years ago when I decided to try out for American Idol, my life changed completely in the blink of an eye. I went down a different train track and took off at about a million miles per hour. I feel like I’m still learning. In the beginning, it was like, ‘Oh, I have a No. 1. That’s awesome!’ I didn’t really understand what that meant. ‘Jesus, Take The Wheel’ and ‘Before He Cheats’ were No. 1 for several weeks, and that doesn’t happen often, but I had no idea. I realize now what hard work it actually is and I feel like I can appreciate those victories even more. Touring is more fun because I know what it’s like to headline a tour. I feel like I’m able to be more and more creative all the time. I always feel like I’m taking steps forward.”
Mexico
Carrie Underwood Lyrics
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Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Red sun, saltwater dripping, haze
Stick-shift, summer Sahara, chains
We ain't alone
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Look for the golden sombrero
Puerto Nuevo west
Blonde had a little too much fun
I'll be brunette
Adios till then
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
If they get the cuffs on us
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Oh, run
Oh
Run run run
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
If they get the cuffs on us
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Crossing that border; passport says Jane Doe
For a little while, baby, just lay low
Oh oh oh, I'll meet you in Mexico
Suntan, seaside, feeling that breeze blow
We'll be sipping that smooth Don Julio
Oh oh oh, I'll meet you in Mexico, yeah
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
The song "Mexico" by Carrie Underwood is a tale of two lovers who find themselves in trouble with the law, causing them to flee to Mexico. The song paints a picture of a hot summer day on the beach, with the sun shining and saltwater dripping. The couple is driving a stick-shift car through the desert, with chains around their vehicle, trying to escape the relentless pursuit of the police.
The song's chorus talks about the fear of being caught by the authorities and facing the consequences of their actions. The lyrics describe running in opposite directions to throw off the police's pursuit, taking different roads to avoid being caught. The lyrics remind us that the couple must hide their guns, car and money, as they can't risk being caught with any evidence that could incriminate them.
The second verse talks about their plan to hide out in Mexico, where they can relax and enjoy each other's company without fear of being caught. The lyrics mention looking for a "golden sombrero" and "Puerto Nuevo west," indicating that the couple will be heading to Mexico and looking for specific landmarks. The lyrics suggest a romantic getaway, with the couple sipping that "smooth Don Julio," enjoying each other's company and the sound of the waves on the beach.
Overall, "Mexico" by Carrie Underwood is a story of love, adventure, and taking risks to be with the one you love, even if it means fleeing to a different country to avoid the law.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
The song begins with a repetition of the sound "oh," and the opening notes of the composition are played to introduce the listener to the melody.
Red sun, saltwater dripping, haze
The sun glows red, emanating heat that causes the saltwater to evaporate, creating a misty haze.
Stick-shift, summer Sahara, chains
The car they're driving has a manual gearbox, which requires them to manually shift, navigating their way through a desert to evade the authorities. There are chains on the tires to get better traction and grip on the road because it's summertime, and the heat causes the asphalt on the road to melt and become slippery.
We ain't alone
They are travelling in pairs, and it is comforting to know that they aren't alone on this journey, facing the challenges and obstacles that lie ahead.
Blue lights on the horizon
The police are ahead, and their presence is noticeable due to the blue flashing lights on their vehicles. It indicates that they are close and could be in pursuit.
Dust clouds filling the sky
There is also a lot of dust as they drive on the dirt roads to escape which creates billowing clouds, making it difficult to see and dissipating in a large trajectory, creating turbulence.
If they get the cuffs on us, it's twenty-five to life
If the police catch them, they face a minimum prison sentence of twenty-five years, and they don't want to go down this path.
Run, run, your own direction
Don't imitate what the driver is doing as they're trying to lead the police away. The passenger is advised to run in their direction safely while not following them.
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
The driver wants to lure the police to a different path to avoid getting caught—keeping the police away from the passenger.
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
The passenger is instructed to keep the weapon, hide the car after leaving it, and not have too much cash on them.
I'll meet you in Mexico
After separating, they will reunite in Mexico, where it's much easier to evade American law enforcement.
Look for the golden sombrero
A sombrero is a traditional Mexican hat, and the golden one would act as a landmark for the passenger to find the driver quickly.
Puerto Nuevo west
Puerto Nuevo is a beachside enclave in Baja California, Mexico, a popular tourist spot for Americans traveling to Mexico.
Blonde had a little too much fun
The driver previously dyed their hair blonde, but it has begun to fade due to sun exposure, so they must change their hairstyle back to brunette to avoid being recognized.
I'll be brunette
The driver will switch back to the natural hair color to avoid potential recognition by the authorities.
Adios till then
Until they meet again, it's goodbye time.
Crossing that border; passport says Jane Doe
They will have to cross the US-Mexico border without getting caught by adopting false identities, including Jane Doe.
For a little while, baby, just lay low
The passenger is told to lay low for a while after crossing the border to avoid getting caught by law enforcement officers.
Suntan, seaside, feeling that breeze blow
The singer describes herself feeling the breeze while at the beach in Mexico, enjoying her time in the sun.
We'll be sipping that smooth Don Julio
To have a luxurious and smooth time, the artist will indulge in some Don Julio tequila, known to be high-quality tequila, which pairs well in the heat.
Oh oh oh, I'll meet you in Mexico
The song ends with a repetition of the sound 'oh', followed by a reminder that they will rendezvous in Mexico.
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
The song concludes with a repetition of the sound 'oh', marking the end of the composition and bringing it to a close.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Derrick Adam Southerland, Jamie Moore, Kathleen Higgins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Red sun, saltwater dripping, haze
Stick-shift, summer Sahara, chains
We ain't alone
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
If they get the cuffs on us
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Look for the golden sombrero
Puerto Nuevo west
Blonde had a little too much fun
I'll be brunette
Adios till then
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
If they get the cuffs on us
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Oh, run
Oh
Run run run
Blue lights on the horizon
Dust clouds filling the sky
If they get the cuffs on us
It's twenty-five to life
Run, run, your own direction
And I'll lead 'em down a different road
Take the gun, hide the car and the money
I'll meet you in Mexico
Crossing that border; passport says Jane Doe
For a little while, baby, just lay low
Oh oh oh, I'll meet you in Mexico
Suntan, seaside, feeling that breeze blow
We'll be sipping that smooth Don Julio
Oh oh oh, I'll meet you in Mexico, yeah
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh oh, oh oh, oh, oh, oh
Shendowa
One of Carrie's more underrated songs from the album. From the guitar to Carrie's vocals! Like she said, "More traditional". I like it!
tosarge
This is a killer album, Carrie just keeps getting better.
lisa74664
No one is buying this album on iTunes !!!!
Diego Del Rey
+lisa74664 Why do say that? I have.
Diego Del Rey
mellynumerounoo o I didn't know that, thank you :)
He should get a life, I guess.
Kathleen Woodruff
+tosarge Omg this is a killer album, i agree with u on that.! This is the only album i will lession to over and over and over and over again!!
Ava Moser
+lisa74664 your right no one will buy it. Anyone who has taste in music will PURCHASE this album.😊
sophie gastelum
VIVA MEXICO!!!!!!!! THANK YOU CARRIE FOR DEDICATE US A SONG!!!
Rebeca Aimée Torres Arevyan
+sophie gastelim
She is not dadicating us a song, the song´s great, I like it, I´m not saying anything bada about it, I´m just saying, this song is nothing about México or mexicans, so don´t say she is dedicating it, it´s just about criminals that are running from the law and they escape to Mexico, so what it´s saying is that Mexico is a good place to hide criminals
Just think about that
Rebeca Aimée Torres Arevyan
jajaja quisieras!!!!!!