She took up piano at the age of five, attending Manhattan's Third Street Music School for two years, going on to the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island's Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute. There she met vocal coach Elizabeth McCullough, who worked with her through high school. She is a graduate of Staten Island Technical High School and Binghamton University, where she received a degree in theatre.
Her influences range from Fiona Apple to Coldplay. She regularly appears at Manhattan venues such as The Knitting Factory, CBGB's Gallery, Bar 169, The Sidewalk Cafe, Kenny's Castaways, and Pianos.
She began recording music in 2002, releasing Slow the Rain independently in January of 2005. In 2006, Ingrid released her second album Girls and Boys. Her music has recently enjoyed a bit more commercial success with songs like "Breakable" and "Keep Breathing" being featured on ABC show Grey's Anatomy, as well as a 2007 Old Navy commercial being set to her song "The Way I Am".
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December Baby
Ingrid Michaelson Lyrics
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Unlike your eyes avoiding mine
The snow is folding sheet upon sheet
Our hands not holding as we cross the street
You have had your fill, your fill of me
You have had your fill, your fill of me
But my boots are filling with snow you shoved
Off of the car we climb into
You finished first, I must catch up to you
You have had your fill, your fill of me
You have had your fill, your fill of me
How can I catch up when I don't don't want to?
How can I catch up when I still want you?
You have had your fill, your fill of me
You have had your fill, your fill of me
December baby, you are my
December baby, you are my
December baby, you are my
December baby, you are mine
The lyrics of "December Baby" by Ingrid Michaelson seem to tell the story of a relationship that has ended, yet the two individuals are still together, but it's not the same. The opening lines of the song talk about the colored lights shining brightly, unlike the eyes of the person who is avoiding looking at their partner, indicating that there might be some tension in the air. The next line talks about the snow, which is falling sheet upon sheet, and their hands are not holding, which symbolizes that there is no connection or warmth left in this relationship.
As the song continues, the lyrics talk about how the person has had enough, and they have filled their quota regarding their partner. They wore the dress which they believed their partner loved, but their boots are filling with snow that they shoved off the car, indicating that this relationship was never about the small things. As they climb into the car, their partner finished first, and they must play catch-up, which symbolizes that they have disconnected, and someone is always ahead of the other.
The song's final lines talk about the December baby, who the person is holding onto, despite everything that has happened because they are still in love with them. In conclusion, "December Baby" talks about a relationship that has ended, yet the two individuals are still together, but it's not the same anymore.
Line by Line Meaning
The colored lights, they brightly shine
The sparkling lights of the city are in contrast to your eyes which refuse to look at me.
Unlike your eyes avoiding mine
Your eyes are ignoring mine, making me feel detached and isolated.
The snow is folding sheet upon sheet
The layers of snow keep piling up, making it harder for us to walk, just as our relationship is weighed down by unresolved issues.
Our hands not holding as we cross the street
We used to walk holding hands but now we feel distant and separated, even while walking side by side.
You have had your fill, your fill of me
You no longer want me in your life, as you have had enough of my presence and everything associated with our relationship.
I wore the dress I thought you loved
I wanted to impress and please you by wearing something that I thought you would like and appreciate.
But my boots are filling with snow you shoved
You pushed me into the snow at one point, and I am now paying the price with cold, wet feet.
Off of the car we climb into
We are getting out of the car and beginning our journey, but the atmosphere is not as comfortable and cozy as it once was.
You finished first, I must catch up to you
You moved ahead and left me behind, making me feel like I have to run and put extra effort to catch up with you.
How can I catch up when I don't don't want to?
I feel like I am running out of energy and losing hope, questioning whether I even have the desire to catch up with you anymore.
How can I catch up when I still want you?
I am still trying to hold onto my feelings for you, even as you are pulling further away.
December baby, you are my
You were born in December, and that month has become intertwined with my perception of who you are.
December baby, you are my
You are the one born in December, and that makes you a special and unique individual to me.
December baby, you are my
I associate you with the month of December and its holiday season, even as our relationship is coming to an end.
December baby, you are mine
Even if our relationship is over, I still see you as someone precious and important to me, especially because of the memories we shared in December.
Lyrics © CABIN 24 RECORDS
Written by: Ingrid Michaelson
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The colored lights, they brightly shine.
Unlike your eyes avoiding mine.
The snow is folding sheet upon sheet.
Our hands not holding as we cross the street.
You have had your fill your fill of me.
You have had your fill your fill of me.
I wore the dress I thought you loved.
But my boots are filling with snow you shoved
Off of the car we climb into.
You finished first, I must catch up to you.
You have had your fill your fill of me.
You have had your fill your fill of me.
How can I catch up when I don't don't want to?
How can I catch up when I still want you? (repeat)
You have had your fill your fill of me.
You have had your fill your fill of me. (repeat)
December baby, you are my,
December baby, you are my,
December baby, you are my,
December baby, you are mine.
Alexandre Thibodaux
Probably my favorite Ingrid song! It's like crack to my ears.
Grace Horton
December was their month of love and ache. She gave all of herself until the very end. She was giving her body when she knew he was done. She doesn't want to catch up with him because she isn't ready for it to be over. She is behind him living in the time they were together. Living in security and love that is no longer there. He took it and moved on without her.
E.L. S.
My niece loves your music, Ingrid. Thank you for making her happy.
You make me happy too. =)
K J
I love love love her voice.
tokki poki
I love it❤
Karol Coleman
This is every person growing up. We just have our moments where we're mad for no reason but hold it in. At the end we love our mom 😌
Tony Rodrigues
how could this song get dislikes?
tiffany rance
She's slept on. More people need to know about her.
Zen Dai
Feeling love fading away. Alone in a relationship.
Mia Cree
This song man ☹️💜