Clay Walker (born August 19, 1969) was born and raised on a farm in Beaumont, TX, the hometown of George Jones. Walker fell in love with country music at an early age, when his father gave him a guitar when he was only nine years old. After he graduated from high school, Walker pursued a musical career full-time, playing concerts across the South, the Midwest, and Canada. For over three years, he toured and went to school, taking courses about the music business. During this time, he acted as his own manager. Eventually, he became the house singer at the Neon Armadillo bar in Beaumont. While performing at the club, producer James Stroud heard Walker and offered to work with the singer. Stroud helped Walker secure a contract with Giant Records, and the pair began working on the vocalist's debut album.
"What's It to You" became a number one hit upon its release in August of 1993, with "Live Until I Die" following it into the pole position later that same year. Both singles were featured on his debut album, Clay Walker, which was released in the fall of 1993. "Where Do I Fit in the Picture," the third single from the album, became a number 11 hit in early 1994. "White Palace" was a flop, failing to crack the Top 40, but "Dreaming With My Eyes Open" became his third number one hit in the summer of 1994, helping make his debut record a platinum album. If I Could Make a Living was not quite as successful as his debut, yet it still yielded the number one title track. Hypnotize the Moon, Walker's third album, appeared in the fall of 1995, preceded by the number two single "Who Needs You Baby." He followed with Self Portrait in 1996 and Rumor Has It in 1997. A Greatest Hits collection appeared in 1998 and a new album, Live, Laugh, Love, was released in 1999. Say No More followed two years later.
Ordinary People
Clay Walker Lyrics
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Cover story told about another heartbroke beauty queen
How she was gettin' over just one more sad affair
And as I waited for my change, you know it hit me then and there
That ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Then I heard some famous people had an anniversary
Five long years together; it was Hollywood history
Now my grandma and grandpa never made no printed page
But they took the love of fifty-seven years right to the grave
'Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Now, we all like to watch, and by the time the movie ends
Who of us hasn't wished to be a little more like them?
But I bet every time two stars are breaking up
That they wish somehow, someway they were a little more like us
'Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Oh, the greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
In Clay Walker's song "Ordinary People", he sings about the beauty of ordinary love that exists between everyday people. The song is a reflection on the media's obsession with celebrity relationships and the way they are portrayed in the tabloids. He describes standing in the checkout line and reading about the heartbreak of another celebrity breakup, realizing that despite the glitz and glam of the rich and famous, ordinary people have a love that is just as real and powerful, if not more so.
Walker then goes on to talk about how his grandparents' love, though it was never featured in any magazine, was just as extraordinary as any celebrity couple's, as they were together for 57 years. He sings about the little, everyday miracles that make up a truly loving relationship, and how those moments are often overlooked in the media's portrayal of celebrity romances.
The song is ultimately a celebration of the beauty of the ordinary, the way that a simple life filled with love and companionship can be the greatest gift of all. It reminds us that love is not about fame, money, or power - it is about the small moments of joy and connection that we share with the people we love.
Line by Line Meaning
I was standing at the checkout by a rack of magazines
The singer was at the checkout at a store by a stand with magazines.
Cover story told about another heartbroke beauty queen
The magazine's featured article was about a sad beauty queen.
How she was gettin' over just one more sad affair
The article described how the beauty queen was moving on from another failed relationship.
And as I waited for my change, you know it hit me then and there
As the artist waited to receive their change, they had a sudden realization.
That ordinary people have extraordinary love
The artist realized that regular people are capable of remarkable love.
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
There are countless small wonders in everyday love that are often overlooked.
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
The most valuable thing the singer wants for themselves and their loved one.
Is a life as ordinary as can be
The artist desires a simple, happy life.
Then I heard some famous people had an anniversary
The artist learned that a celebrity couple was celebrating an anniversary.
Five long years together; it was Hollywood history
The celebrity couple had been together for five years, which was noteworthy in the entertainment industry.
Now my grandma and grandpa never made no printed page
The singer's grandparents were never featured in the media.
But they took the love of fifty-seven years right to the grave
Despite not being famous, the artist's grandparents had a long-lasting, committed relationship.
'Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
Regular individuals are capable of a remarkable love.
Now, we all like to watch, and by the time the movie ends
People enjoy watching movies, and they are often invested in the characters by the end.
Who of us hasn't wished to be a little more like them?
It is common to desire the glamorous lives of movie characters.
But I bet every time two stars are breaking up
When famous couples split up, it is likely they envy the stability of regular, committed relationships.
That they wish somehow, someway they were a little more like us
Celebrities likely wish they had the normalcy and constancy of everyday people.
Oh, the greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
The most valuable desire the singer has for themselves and their loved one.
Is a life as ordinary as can be
The singer wishes for a simple, content existence.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CRAIG MICHAEL WISEMAN, EDWARD MONROE HILL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Ordinary People" by Clay Walker.
I was standing at the checkout, by a rack of magazines
Cover story told about another heart broke beauty queen
How she was getting over just one more sad affair
And as I waited for my change you know it hit me then and there
That ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Then I heard some famous people had an anniversary
Five long years together it was Hollywood history
Now my grandma and grandpa never made an old printed page
But they took the love of 57 years right to the grave
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Now we all like to watch by the time the movie ends
Who of us hasn't wished to be a little more like them
But I bet every time two stars are breaking up
That they wish somehow someway to be a little more like us
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Oh, the greatest gift I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Writers: Edward Monroe Hill, Craig Michael Wiseman
@ClayWalker
I was standing at the checkout, by a rack of magazines
Cover story told about another heart broke beauty queen
How she was getting over just one more sad affair
And as I waited for my change you know it hit me then and there
That ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Then I heard some famous people had an anniversary
Five long years together it was Hollywood history
Now my grandma and grandpa never made an old printed page
But they took the love of 57 years right to the grave
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Now we all like to watch by the time the movie ends
Who of us hasn't wished to be a little more like them
But I bet every time two stars are breaking up
That they wish somehow someway to be a little more like us
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Oh, the greatest gift I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
@ClayWalker
New Album TEXAS TO TENNESSEE out now! 🌵 https://orcd.co/texastotennessee
"Ordinary People" by Clay Walker.
I was standing at the checkout, by a rack of magazines
Cover story told about another heart broke beauty queen
How she was getting over just one more sad affair
And as I waited for my change you know it hit me then and there
That ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Then I heard some famous people had an anniversary
Five long years together it was Hollywood history
Now my grandma and grandpa never made an old printed page
But they took the love of 57 years right to the grave
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Now we all like to watch by the time the movie ends
Who of us hasn't wished to be a little more like them
But I bet every time two stars are breaking up
That they wish somehow someway to be a little more like us
Cause ordinary people have extraordinary love
A million little miracles far beneath the stars above
The greatest gift that I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Oh, the greatest gift I could ever wish for you and me
Is a life as ordinary as can be
Writers: Edward Monroe Hill, Craig Michael Wiseman
@GloryHallelujah333
Beautiful, Clay! Thank you💖💖💖
@myrakopplin2749
I love this one too! It has so much heart and had to come from living it! Thank You Clay!♥
@balzzeit62
💖 Lichen Dank ich liebe deine Stimme🤗🍀🌈
@dorawoody
❤🙏
@jamiegreen890
Love your videos so much
@shirleystilwell6093
Great song,true country.
@michaelfer1t
Yeah amazing then and still as amazing now it's a beautiful song tbh he's really great when he sings have you ever seen him live in concert before? I've seen him a lot of time. He's awesome
@pattyrice2683
I love Clay Walker and everything that he's ever got out
@claywalker-rl9on
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