Career
Kimball was signed to Epic Records. She appeared on and won the TV show America's Most Talented Kid at the age of twelve. She released her Epic Records debut album, The Day Has Come, on July 11, 2006, with her first single and video, "Hanging On", sent to Top 40 mainstream radio and video outlets (VH1 and MTV) in early April 2006. She began her first cross-country tour on April 17 to promote her single and album. To further promote her music, she has an MTV television show called "Cheyenne", which premiered May 31 at 10:30 PM EST in the United States. The show later premiered on June 21 on the same day and time in Canada. She also appeared on the Aquamarine movie soundtrack with the song One Original Thing, the song was released as a single in October 2006. She has released the iTunes exclusive single "Drift Away". On December 5, 2006 Cheyenne's reality show DVD was released. Cheyenne's song "Four Walls" was released as a single in January. Cheyenne performed in the 2006 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade singing "Four Walls", and live at the Pro Bowl on February 10, 2007.
Kimball also appeared in a Candie's commercial with rock legend Pat Benatar. Of this experience, Cheyenne said in an interview:
They offered for Pat to do the campaign. She’s never used her music for any type of commercial. She was very iffy about it. She didn’t want to work with any other artists, but when they mentioned my name she said that she wanted to do it. She really liked everything that I was doing and really thought it was a good idea. So it just kind of happened. It was an honor, it really was. It was great working with her. Of course the clothes were great, too, that didn’t hurt.
Cheyenne was a vocalist and mandolinist in the band Gloriana's self-titled 2009 debut album.
One Original Thing
Cheyenne Kimball Lyrics
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I'm lookin' around
Tryin' to find me one original thing
Cause I've been walkin' so long
It feels just like the sales are gonna break, yeah
But everyone's lookin' at TV screens
At wannabees who just imitate
You think never eat words
Just wanna hear yourself talk
But when the cameras are off
You don't say nothing at all
I'm searchin' both the time
And sittin' it by on the stones
Oh, I, need
One original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something unusual to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing, Yeah
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
I'm flippin' through channels
But I'm still flipping thoughts in my mind
How could it be that something so sweet
Is so hard to find, Yeah
It seems like everyone's tryin' to be a model in a magazine
It's no ride, no, it's just not right
You wanna talk about love
Your to whip out your head
You wanna be at the top
You gotta learn how to stand
Your lookin' both for me and lookin' for somebody who knows
Oh, I, need
One original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something unusual to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing, Yeah
what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
(I need) Something original
(I need) something original, original
Oh, oh yeah, yeah, yeah
I need one original thing
Show me one true original thing
I need one original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something, you're beautiful, to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing, Yeah
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
What you got
The lyrics to Cheyenne Kimball's song "One Original Thing" speak to the desire for something unique and authentic in a world that often values imitation and superficiality. The singer is searching for "one original thing" that will give her wings and set her apart from the crowd. She observes that many people are content to imitate those they see on TV or in magazines, but that is not the path she wants to follow. She also criticizes those who talk a big game but fail to back it up when the cameras are off. Ultimately, she expresses the need for something real and genuine to inspire her and help her fly.
The repeated refrain of "what you got" makes it clear that the singer is looking for tangible examples of originality and authenticity. She flips through TV channels and thoughts in her mind, but nothing seems to fit the bill. The catchy melody and upbeat tempo create a sense of urgency and excitement, as if the singer is on the cusp of discovering something truly special. The search for one original thing could be interpreted as a metaphor for the search for purpose or meaning in life, and the struggle to remain authentic in a world that values conformity.
Line by Line Meaning
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
The singer is searching for something original and unique to inspire her.
I'm lookin' around
The singer is physically searching for something while also searching mentally.
Tryin' to find me one original thing
The singer is actively seeking something original and unique.
Cause I've been walkin' so long
The singer has been searching for a long time without success.
It feels just like the sales are gonna break, yeah
The singer feels like she may give up if she can't find what she's looking for.
But everyone's lookin' at TV screens
The singer is criticizing society's obsession with television.
At wannabees who just imitate
The singer is criticizing those who copy others instead of being original.
But I don't wanna be that way
The singer does not want to copy others and wants to be original.
You think never eat words
The singer is criticizing those who talk a lot but don't follow through.
Just wanna hear yourself talk
The singer is criticizing those who talk without purpose or meaning.
But when the cameras are off
The singer is highlighting the insincerity of some people who act differently when they are not being watched.
You don't say nothing at all
The singer is criticizing those who are not true to themselves.
I'm searchin' both the time
The singer is searching for inspiration everywhere and at all times.
And sittin' it by on the stones
The singer is waiting patiently for inspiration to come to her.
Oh, I, need
The singer is emphasizing her desire for something original and unique.
One original thing
The singer is specifically looking for one original thing to inspire her.
Baby, I need an original thing
The singer is expressing her need for something unique and inspiring.
Something unusual to give me some wings
The singer is hoping that something unique will give her the inspiration and motivation to create something great.
Show me one true original thing, Yeah
The singer is asking the universe to show her something unique and inspiring.
I'm flippin' through channels
The singer is searching for inspiration while also flipping through TV channels.
But I'm still flipping thoughts in my mind
The singer is actively thinking and searching for inspiration while flipping through channels.
How could it be that something so sweet
The singer is expressing confusion over the fact that something so great and inspiring is so hard to find.
Is so hard to find, Yeah
The singer is emphasizing how difficult it is to find something truly inspiring.
It seems like everyone's tryin' to be a model in a magazine
The singer is criticizing society's obsession with superficial beauty and imitating those who are considered attractive.
It's no ride, no, it's just not right
The singer is expressing her disapproval of society's obsession with superficial beauty and lack of originality.
You wanna talk about love
The singer is criticizing those who talk about love but don't actually love anyone.
Your to whip out your head
The singer is criticizing those who talk about love without really understanding what it means or how to show it.
You wanna be at the top
The singer is criticizing those who are obsessed with being successful and famous at all costs.
You gotta learn how to stand
The singer is emphasizing the importance of being unique and standing out from the crowd.
Your lookin' both for me and lookin' for somebody who knows
The singer is recognizing that others are also searching for something original and unique like herself.
Oh, I, need
The singer is emphasizing her need for something original and unique.
Something original
The singer is actively searching for something original and unique.
Something, you're beautiful, to give me some wings
The singer is hoping that something beautiful and inspiring will give her the motivation to create something great.
Show me one true original thing, Yeah
The singer is pleading for the universe to show her something truly inspiring.
Oh, oh yeah, yeah, yeah
The singer is expressing her frustration and desperation for something original and unique.
I need one original thing
The singer is emphasizing her need for something original and unique.
Show me one true original thing
The singer is asking the universe to show her something truly inspiring.
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
The singer is still searching for something original and unique.
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
The singer is emphasizing her continued search for something original and unique.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BILLY MANN, CHEYENNE KIMBALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"One Original Thing"
What you got, what you got, what you got, what you got
I'm looking around trying to find me one original thing
Cause I've been walking so long it feels just like these heels are gonna break, yeah
But everyone's looking at TV screens
At wannabees who just imitate
But I don't wanna be that way
You're faking every word
Just wanna hear yourself talk
But when the cameras are off you don't say nothing at all
I'm searching both for diamonds hidden in a pile of stones
Oh, I, need
One original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something unusual to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing
Yeah, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got,
What you got
I'm flipping through channels but I'm still flipping thoughts in my mind
How could it be that something so sweet is so hard to find, yeah
It seems like everyone's trying to be a model in a magazine
It's no ride, no, it's just not right
You wanna talk about love, do it without your hand
You wanna be at the top, you gotta learn how to stand
You're looking both for me and looking for somebody who knows
Oh, I, need
One original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something unusual to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing
Yeah, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got,
What you got
Something original, something original, original
Oh, oh yeah, yeah, yeah,
I need one original thing
Show me one true original thing
I need one original thing
Baby, I need an original thing
Something unusual, to give me some wings
Show me one true original thing
Yeah, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got, what you got,
What you got
What you got
@thorlover8866
Let's all admit this was the movie to watch with your friends and even at sleepovers
@artpowers319
it really was lmao
@Rox220
Yess
@morbid_masterpiece7594
Used to be my fave movie when I was younger! Need to watch this again! The soundtrack is lit 🔥
@eterhnite
Aqua: HELLO!!!! :DDD Everyone at the mall *waves and says hello back* Hailey and Claire: *staring at Aqua* Aqua: What? Why go through life unnoticed? I loved that part too because it's great advice and people should keep it in mind =) But they shouldn't become attention-seekers >_>
@meggiewillis9705
Me too my favorite scene at the mall.
@beckymorgan812
I can hear this
@NoName-ie6nq
Goosshh yeesss same💕💕
@eterhnite
Oh my GOD I wrote this when I was 13 I’m crying 😭
@NoName-ie6nq
@Kenzie WOAH I SEE 8 years oh loorddd cuutteee💫💞