Grimmie is best known for her video with Sam Tsui, covering Nelly's "Just a Dream", which has over 146 million views on YouTube as of January 2018. She has over 542 million views on her channel as of January 2018. She placed within the top 5 of the MyYoutube competition, along with Selena Gomez, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Justin Bieber.
Grimmie has performed in the UNICEF charity concert, and has also performed backup vocals for Selena Gomez & the Scene, and was on the 2011 first ever Digitour, especially designed for YouTube artists. She appeared on the Billboard Social 50. She also opened for Selena Gomez & The Scene, Allstar Weekend and The Jonas Brothers during the 2011 Concert of Hope. She toured with Selena Gomez & the Scene, opening for them in the "We Own the Night" tour. She released an EP, titled 'Find Me', on June 14, 2011 Her first single "Advice" was released to Radio Disney on June 11th.
More than two years later, on August 6th 2013, her first full-length album 'With Love' was released.
Grimmie auditioned for Season 6 of The Voice performing Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball" and went on to finish in 3rd place.
On February 21st, 2016 she released a second EP titled 'Side A'.
On June 10th, 2016, Grimmie was shot and killed while signing autographs after a concert in Orlando, Florida.
Her final EP, titled 'Side B', was released on April 21, 2017.
A posthumous second album, 'All Is Vanity', was released on June 9, 2017, a day before the anniversary of her death.
Birth name: Christina Victoria Grimmie
Born: March 12, 1994
Died: June 10, 2016 (age 22)
Origin: Marlton, New Jersey, USA
Occupations: Singer, Songwriter, Pianist
Instruments: Vocals, Keyboard, Piano, Guitar, Ocarina, Flute & Drums
Years active: 2009–2016
Website: www.christinagrimmieofficial.com
Ugly
Christina Grimmie Lyrics
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And the face you see's not who you want to be
Everybody's got it together
Or at least that's what it seems
You try to be like, why you try to be like
Whatever they like, I know what it feels like
Can't keep you up all night,
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Yeah if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Funny how it looks when you switch the roles
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Never know what's underneath until it gets exposed
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
She may look better than you,
But, come on, she's vain, she doesn't have a brain
His pants hang lower than yours
But he stumbles when he tries to run, no
You try to be like why you try to be like
Whatever they like I know what it feels like
Can't keep you up all night
Don't let them tell you how to live your life
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Yeah if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Funny how it looks when you switch the roles
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Never know what's underneath until it gets exposed
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Who cares, what everybody's thinking, no no
Who cares, sometimes it's cool to be uncool
Who cares, if their ship is sinking
It really doesn't matter,
'Cause only you know what's good for you
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Yeah if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Funny how it looks when you switch the roles
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Never know what's underneath until it gets exposed
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
The song "Ugly" by Christina Grimmie is an empowering anthem about self-acceptance and self-love. Grimmie starts by acknowledging how easy it is to compare oneself to others and how it can lead to a negative self-image. She encourages listeners to resist trying to be like others and instead embrace their own unique identities. She argues that no one should let other people dictate how they should live their lives and that they should not allow themselves to be brought down by anyone else's opinion.
In the chorus, Grimmie urges listeners to imagine everyone they meet in their "birthday suits" to level the playing field and overcome outward appearances that may be causing feelings of insecurity. In the second verse, she points out that people may look better than us on the surface, but they may have other flaws or shortcomings that we are not aware of. At the end of the song, Grimmie takes a firm stance, reminding us that it is important to prioritize your own well-being and not worry about what anyone else thinks.
Overall, "Ugly" is a powerful message about accepting yourself for who you are and not letting anyone else's opinions make you feel bad about yourself. The song is relatable to people of all ages and backgrounds who may struggle with self-esteem issues at any point in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes you look at you
And the face you see's not who you want to be
There are times when you don't like what you see in the mirror and wish to be someone else.
Everybody's got it together
Or at least that's what it seems
It appears as if everyone has their lives put together, but it's not always true.
You try to be like, why you try to be like
Whatever they like, I know what it feels like
Can't keep you up all night,
Don't let them tell you how to live your life
You attempt to fit in by doing what others like, but it's exhausting. Don't let society dictate how you lead your life.
And if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Yeah if they make you feel ugly
Just imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Imagine everybody in their birthday suits
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Funny how it looks when you switch the roles
Oh-oh, oh-oh,
Never know what's underneath until it gets exposed
If someone makes you feel unattractive, imagine them naked. Everyone has flaws and weaknesses, and you can only know them once they're unveiled.
She may look better than you,
But, come on, she's vain, she doesn't have a brain
His pants hang lower than yours
But he stumbles when he tries to run, no
Just because someone appears aesthetically superior to you doesn't imply they're better in every way. They, too, have their flaws and shortcomings.
Who cares, what everybody's thinking, no no
Who cares, sometimes it's cool to be uncool
Who cares, if their ship is sinking
It really doesn't matter,
'Cause only you know what's good for you
Stop worrying about what others are thinking and be yourself. Being unique is alright, and it doesn't matter if others are failing because you know what works best for you.
Lyrics © CTM Outlander Music LC, CTM Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTINIA GRIMMIE, TOBY GAD
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