In 2004, George Canyon competed in Nashville Star 2. He placed 2nd in the competition, but became very well known in Canada and garnered much support, being the only Canadian to make the cut for the competition. Since the competition has ended, he has received many accolades from fans and the industry alike. These include a number 1 hit about a still-born baby called "My Name," a Juno Award for Best Country Recording of the Year (for his album One Good Friend), and, most recently four Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMAs) including Male Vocalist of the Year and the Fan Choice Award.
Canyon is known for his support of SHARE (Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support, Inc. serves those whose lives are touched by the tragic death of a baby through early pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or in the first few months of life) and Animas Canada (company who makes insulin pumps, which George himself uses). His song "My Name" is reflective of why he has associated himself with SHARE.
George says:
"I co-wrote this song with Gordie Sampson from the perspective of an unborn baby. A close friend and his wife had a miscarriage, and I witnessed the pain they went through losing a baby. I wanted to write a song to help people cope with that trauma and somehow bring a positive light to the subject"
For photographs and additional information visit George's official website, www.George Canyon.com
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George's Band:
Joe Butcher (bass)
Stuart Cameron (guitar)
Erick Hedrick (guitar)
Shane Guse (fiddle and mandolin)
Adam Dowling (drums)
Mike Little (keyboards)
I Believe In Angels
George Canyon Lyrics
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Trippin over toys this morning
My little blue eyed girl with the yellow curls said
I love you daddy, without a warning
Yeah, and they both think I'm Superman
'Cause I can crush a doctor peper can, easy
But I can be a teddy bear when they get scared
They both need me
That's there no heaven, man there's no way
'Cause I believe in angels
With every breath that I breathe
I believe in angels, 'cause my angels believe in me
They stick out their arms like tiny wings
And pretend like they are flyin
And when I hear their sweet voices sing
There's no denying
When they laugh, even when they cry,
I see heaven in their eyes
'Cause I believe in angels
With every breath I breathe
I believe in angels, 'cause my angels believe in me
I pray someday they will see
That they can be anything they want to be
They can look at me
I believe in angels, 'cause my angels believe in me
The lyrics to George Canyon's song "I Believe In Angels" speak to the deep love and connection that Canyon feels towards his children. From the simple moments like stubbing his toe on a toy to the profound moments of watching his children sleep, Canyon sees his children as angels and feels that they in turn see him as their superhero. Throughout the song, Canyon emphasizes the belief that heaven exists because he sees it in the love and innocence of his children.
The lyrics also touch on the hope that Canyon has for his children's future. As a father, he wants his children to know that they can be anything they want to be and that they have the power to make their dreams come true. The song overall feels like a tribute to the special bond between parents and children and the hope that children can grow up to believe in their own potential.
Line by Line Meaning
Stubbed my toe on a Gi Joe
I hurt my toe by accidentally bumping into a toy named Gi Joe.
Trippin over toys this morning
I fell over some toys earlier today.
My little blue eyed girl with the yellow curls said
My daughter, with blue eyes and yellow hair, spoke to me.
I love you daddy, without a warning
She told me she loved me spontaneously and without any reason.
Yeah, and they both think I'm Superman
My children believe that I am like the superhero Superman.
'Cause I can crush a doctor peper can, easy
They believe this because I can easily crush a can of Dr. Pepper.
But I can be a teddy bear when they get scared
Despite my strength, I can be gentle and comforting when my children are afraid.
They both need me
I am important and necessary in their lives.
To watch them sleep how could anyone say
It is a wonderful feeling to watch my children sleep, and I cannot imagine anyone denying the existence of heaven in that moment.
That's there no heaven, man there's no way
If someone were to say that there is no heaven, they clearly haven't had the experience of watching their children sleep.
'Cause I believe in angels
I have faith in the existence of angels.
With every breath that I breathe
My belief is unwavering, it is a part of my being.
They stick out their arms like tiny wings
My children pretend they have wings by extending their arms.
And pretend like they are flyin
They play imaginary games where they pretend to fly.
And when I hear their sweet voices sing
The sound of my children's voices when they sing is beautiful and heartwarming.
There's no denying
It is impossible to ignore the joy that they bring to my life.
When they laugh, even when they cry,
Even in the less joyful moments, like when they cry, I am grateful for them.
I see heaven in their eyes
My children's eyes are full of wonder and innocence, making me feel as though I am in heaven.
I pray someday they will see
I hope that my children will come to understand.
That they can be anything they want to be
I want my children to know that they have limitless potential, and that they can be anything they wish to be.
They can look at me
I will be there for them as they grow up.
I believe in angels, 'cause my angels believe in me
Because my children look up to me, believe in me, and because they are my angels, I believe in the existence of angels in return.
Contributed by Mason F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.