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)
Second Chance
George Canyon Lyrics
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Talkin' to each other, like the enemy
There's really only three words, I should say
But even if I did, would you hear them any way
We should have read the signs
We could have made more time
Why was I so blind
I never thought I'd be the last to know
I never thought you'd be the first to go
Forever never lasts too long enough for us to have a chance to hold
So take me by the hand I'm on my knees
Together we will stand now I believe
Somewhere in that plan there's gotta be
A second chance for you and me
There was a time when we made history
But the dream we tried to keep became the casualty
We traded paradise for misery
What was once a house of love, is now a battlefield
We should have read the signs
We could have made more time
Why was I so blind
To what was out in front of me
I never thought I'd be the last to know
I never thought you'd be the first to go
Forever never lasts too long enough for us to have a chance to hold
So take me by the hand I'm on my knees
Together we will stand now I believe
Somewhere in that plan there's gotta be
A second chance for you and me
It's not about what we want
It's all about holdin' on
I never thought I'd be the first to cry
This doesn't have to be our last goodbye
Forever's gonna wait just long enough for us
To fight for one more try
So take me by the hand I'm on my knees
Together we will stand now I believe
Somewhere in that plan there had to be
A second chance for you and me
A second chance for you and me
A second chance for you and me
Somewhere in that plan there had to be
A second chance for you and me
The lyrics to George Canyon’s song Second Chance tell a story of a relationship that has hit a rough patch, and the two people involved are not sure if there is any hope for them. They are communicating like enemies rather than lovers, with the singer questioning whether there is any point in speaking his true feelings because he doubts that they will be taken seriously. The song reflects on the couples past, lamenting missed opportunities to strengthen the relationship and the consequences of neglecting their love for each other. The singer holds out hope for a second chance for their love story to have a better ending than the misery they are currently experiencing.
The repeated line, “So take me by the hand, I'm on my knees,” suggests a sense of desperation on the part of the singer, as he is willing to beg for an opportunity to make things right. He acknowledges that forever is not enough time to mend their relationship, but he hopes that somewhere in the plan of life, there is space for a second chance for their love to flourish. The song emphasizes that relationships take work and active effort to maintain, and that even when they falter, there can still be hope for redemption if both parties are willing to fight for it.
Line by Line Meaning
Now, who'd of thought, we'd end up this way
I never imagined we would be this distant from each other
Talkin' to each other, like the enemy
Our conversations are now filled with hostility and anger
There's really only three words, I should say
I need to express my love to you with just three words
But even if I did, would you hear them any way
I'm uncertain whether you would listen to me even if I do express my love for you
We should have read the signs
We both failed to notice the signs that were indicating our relationship was failing
We could have made more time
If we had paid more attention, we might have spent more time together
Why was I so blind
I am questioning my inability to understand the signs, and my unawareness of the deteriorating state of our relationship
To what was out in front of me
I failed to comprehend what was happening in front of me
I never thought I'd be the last to know
I always thought I would be the first person to know if something wasn't right in our relationship, but I was the last one to find out
I never thought you'd be the first to go
I never imagined you would be the first to leave this relationship
Forever never lasts too long enough for us to have a chance to hold
We never got the chance to spend enough time together for our relationship to last forever
So take me by the hand I'm on my knees
I am begging for your forgiveness and a fresh start
Together we will stand now I believe
United we can face any challenge and overcome any obstacle
Somewhere in that plan there's gotta be
I have faith that there is hope for us and a way forward in our relationship
A second chance for you and me
I am pleading for another opportunity to improve and strengthen our relationship
There was a time when we made history
We once had a special and memorable past, a period of time that was unique to us
But the dream we tried to keep became the casualty
The dream and vision of the life that we wanted together is now a victim of our inability to connect
We traded paradise for misery
Our life together that was once a paradise has been filled with unhappiness and sadness
What was once a house of love, is now a battlefield
Our relationship that was built on love and affection is now filled with hostility and conflict
It's not about what we want
Our desires and personal agendas are no longer the priority in this relationship
It's all about holdin' on
It's more important to hold on to each other and work through our issues than to give up on this relationship
I never thought I'd be the first to cry
I believed you would be the first to feel emotional, but I am experiencing the pain and sorrow in our relationship
This doesn't have to be our last goodbye
We have the power to change the fate of our relationship, and we don't need to end it now
Forever's gonna wait just long enough for us
If we act quickly, we can still have a happy and everlasting future together
To fight for one more try
We need to try harder and fight for our relationship, even if it's just one last time
A second chance for you and me
I am hopeful that we can start anew with a second chance to rebuild our love and relationship
A second chance for you and me
I am pleading for another opportunity to improve and strengthen our relationship
Somewhere in that plan there had to be
I believe there is a path forward, and we can come out stronger than ever before
A second chance for you and me
I have faith that we can rebuild our relationship with a fresh start and a new beginning
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chad Robert Kroeger, George Canyon, Richard N. Marx
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