2005–10: Early work and Tyler Perry's House of Payne
McClain was discovered in 2005 by a music executive who heard her sing and encouraged director Rob Hardy to audition her for his 2005 feature film The Gospel alongside Boris Kodjoe and Idris Elba. Her role caught the attention of Tyler Perry, who cast her as Jazmine Payne in the television series Tyler Perry's House of Payne.
She appears in the movie Daddy's Little Girls. Her real sisters, Sierra and Lauryn, play her older sisters in the film. Her father, Michael McClain, is a music producer. Her mother, Shontell, is a songwriter. McClain appeared in and guest starred in various other shows and movies such as Hannah Montana, NCIS and the 2009 film Hurricane Season. She also appeared in the movie Grown Ups as Charlotte McKenzie. In the same year, she landed a recurring role as Kiara on Jonas L.A. and was featured on the soundtrack
2011–present: A.N.T. Farm and music career
McClain appeared on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place in 2011 as Tina in the two-part episode "Wizards vs. Angels". She plays an angel. In 2011, McClain was cast as the lead role in the Disney Channel series A.N.T. Farm along with Sierra McCormick, Jake Short, Carlon Jeffery, and Stefanie Scott. For the show, McClain recorded a cover of Taio Cruz's "Dynamite". She also sings the series theme song, "Exceptional". China Anne's first music video, for "Dynamite", premiered on July 23, 2011 on the Disney Channel. After less than a week, more than 1 million views on youtube.com were reported. She has appeared in an episode of PrankStars.
As of June 14, 2011, McClain was signed with Hollywood Records.
The A.N.T. Farm soundtrack is to be released on October 18, 2011, featuring China Anne's version of 'Dynamite' by Taio Cruz
China Anne McClain was born in Atlanta, Georgia where she also goes to school. Both of her sisters also act. She enjoys reading. The Hunger Games and the Twilight series are among her favorites. along with the Percy Jackson series. She enjoys listening to music by Plies.
DNA
China Anne McClain Lyrics
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Yeah, it's hard to know what's real and what's prete-e-e-end
The way I feel I don't have the cure of, cure of
But, one thing I know that I'm sure of, sure of...
I am the one and only
No one, is exactly like me
Who turned out this way
It's all in my DNA
Do not attempt to copy
I'm on this ride and there's no stoppin' me-e-e-e!
I am the one and only
It's true-ue-ue!
And you're the one and only you!
In China Anne McClain's song DNA, the singer is expressing her inner turmoil over feeling like something is messing with her head. She admits to feeling confused about what is real and what is pretend. She further explains that there is no cure for how she feels, but she knows one thing for sure: she is unique and one of a kind.
The lyrics "I am the one and only, no one is exactly like me" emphasize that she is special and she takes pride in her individuality. The line "it's all in my DNA" explains that her uniqueness comes from her genetic makeup, her identity is a result of her heritage and upbringing.
The chorus goes on to say that nobody should try to copy her because she is in control of her life and there is no stopping her. She drives the message home by saying that she is the one and only and that others are the one and only themselves. The song celebrates individuality and encourages listeners to embrace their unique qualities.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately, somethin's messin' with my hea-ea-ea-ead
Recently, something has been troubling my mind.
Yeah, it's hard to know what's real and what's prete-e-e-end
It's difficult to distinguish between what is true and what is make-believe.
The way I feel I don't have the cure of, cure of
I cannot find a remedy for the way I feel.
But, one thing I know that I'm sure of, sure of...
Despite my confusion, there is one certainty that I have.
I am the one and only
There is no one else like me.
No one, is exactly like me
I am unique, and there is no one identical to me.
I am the one and only
I stand alone as an individual.
Who turned out this way
I am distinct because of how I have developed.
It's all in my DNA
My unique qualities are an innate part of me.
Do not attempt to copy
I cannot be replicated or imitated.
I'm on this ride and there's no stoppin' me-e-e-e!
I am committed to my journey and won't be deterred.
I am the one and only
I reiterate that I am one-of-a-kind.
It's true-ue-ue!
This is an indisputable fact.
And you're the one and only you!
Likewise, you are unique in your own way.
Contributed by Adrian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ollie :3
This was the song I used for my first ever solo in dance ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Juster Kathenya
This song is on fire😍😎😘
Tory Palmeri
I love this song
Isabelle Abramova
best song ever
Amu Mkhosana
Me too
Lexi Gage
Who else still listens to this song in 2020
atyourbesturluv.
THE TRUTHS ARE COMING, THE TRUTHS ARE COMING!
mary sesu Kumwenda
Love u chyna 🥰🥰🥰
Mozdelifa Hamed
Love you China Anne McClain
Bratz_PunkPrincess07
I heard this years ago, did NOT know it was from Disney Channel