On 17 July, 2006, it was announced that Donovan had been dropped by her label Sony BMG because of concerns about her image and poor sales of her albums.
Since then Casey has made an effort to distance herself from Idol, spending much of her time away from the spotlight writing songs, as well as collaborating with respected Australian song-writers for an upcomming EP (August 2007)
An EP entitled 'Eye 2 Eye' was released in 2008.
In 2010, Casey was cast in the role of Cynthia in a musical stage production of 'The Sapphires' which saw the show tour Australia throughout the first half of 2010. Donovan won praise from the critics for her role in the production, which was presented by Company B Belvoir and Black Swan State Theatre Company. Donovan went on to take home the Best Supporting Actress award at the 4th Deagu International Music Festival Awards while on tour with the production in South Korea in July 2010. In December 2010, Casey was nominated for 2 awards in the 2010 Sydney Theatre Awards for "Newcomer" and "Supporting Actress" continuing on praise and recognition from the industry for her hard work in 'The Sapphires'
2010 also saw Casey embark on the 'Big Beautiful & Sexy' solo tour across Australia.
2010 saw the release of two singles 'Big, Beautiful & Sexy' and 'Last Regret' both currently available on itunes Australia.
2011 sees Casey rejoin 'The Sapphires' as they tour Canberra, Sydney and then London, UK in March.
Also in 2011, it is expected that Casey will get around to finishing and releasing her long awaited second album.
Here
Casey Donovan Lyrics
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I stand before you,
Knowing this is my chance to show you my heart,
This is the start,
This is the start.
I know I'm not a child any longer.
I am stronger.
Here's where I stand,
Here's who I am,
Help me to move on but please don't tell me how,
I'm on my way,
I'm movin' now.
In this life we've come so far,
But we're only who we are,
With the courage of love,
To show us the way,
Unlock the power to stand up and say,
Here's where I stand,
Here's who I am,
Love me and we'll make it through,
Here's where I stand.
(as sung on the top 30 show by Casey Donovan: winner of Australian Idol 2004)
The song "Here" by Casey Donovan is an emotional ballad about self-discovery and standing up for oneself. The opening verses start with Donovan standing in the dark, feeling vulnerable but determined to show her heart. The lyrics suggest that she has grown and become stronger since her childhood and is now ready to reveal her authentic self to the world. Donovan pleads with the listener to accept her for who she is and to support her as she moves forward on her journey.
The chorus is powerful and catchy, highlighting the themes of self-love and courage. Donovan sings about how far we have come in life, but ultimately it is our own strength and the support of loved ones that helps us to stand up and be who we are truly meant to be. The song carries a clear message of perseverance and self-acceptance that listeners can relate to.
In conclusion, "Here" is a beautiful and inspiring song with heartfelt lyrics that speak to the power of self-love and acceptance. It encourages listeners to believe in themselves and to have the strength to stand up for who they are.
Line by Line Meaning
Here in the dark,
I am in a dark place, both physically and emotionally.
I stand before you,
I am facing you, ready to share my heart with you.
Knowing this is my chance to show you my heart,
I understand that this is an opportunity for me to express my true feelings.
This is the start,
This is just the beginning of what I have to say.
This is the start.
I am confident that this marks the beginning of something great.
I know I'm not a child any longer.
I am aware that I am no longer a child, but an adult who can express herself.
I am stronger.
I have grown and become stronger through my experiences.
Here's where I stand,
I am standing my ground and being true to myself.
Here's who I am,
This is who I truly am and I am ready to reveal that to you.
Help me to move on but please don't tell me how,
I am seeking your support to move forward, but I would like to figure out the next steps on my own.
I'm on my way,
I have already started moving forward and progressing.
I'm movin' now.
I am actively making progress and taking action.
In this life we've come so far,
We have come a long way in our lives and our experiences have shaped us.
But we're only who we are,
Although we have changed and grown, we are still fundamentally the same at our core.
With the courage of love,
By being brave and loving ourselves, we can achieve great things.
To show us the way,
Love can lead us and guide us in the right direction.
Unlock the power to stand up and say,
By embracing love, we can find the strength to be true to ourselves and express our true feelings.
Here's where I stand,
I am standing tall and being true to myself.
Here's who I am,
This is who I truly am and I am embracing that.
Love me and we'll make it through,
By loving each other, we can overcome any obstacle or challenge.
Here's where I stand.
I am standing my ground, being true to myself, and embracing love.
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@Nammilicious
The voice is cslm, elegant.. Maturity and confidence blossums her vocals.
What an Idol she is, xx
@zezo928
She is elegant ... what a voice
@glenkelly393
That audition still moves me today.
@bluechance47
and countless people fell in love with Casey.
@agators212
awe...this is the very first time i had ever heard this song sung. shows that no matter the song choice sometimes a great delivery the gives and emotional impact is just as good.
@briar6217
her voice is quiet but loud! its really good...does anyone else get me
@MrJohnnyVolume
Check out a YouTube live version of the full song as sung by Season 11 Hollywood finalist Christina Ames at her 2011 graduation
@Josh-Stewart
ok i guess.. nothing blike Tiffany Taylor from Camp.. now that moved me!
@pittworldwide
+Josh Stewart Pre-recorded VS live...
@pittworldwide
Also a fake storyline VS a real one.