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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The Way I Am
Ingrid Michaelson Lyrics
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You need a light, I'd find a match
'Cause I love the way you say good morning
And you take me the way I am
If you are chilly, here take my sweater
Your head is aching, I'll make it better
'Cause I love the way you call me baby
I'd buy you Rogaine
When you start losing all your hair
Sew on patches to all you tear
'Cause I love you more than
I could ever promise
And you take me the way I am
You take me the way I am
You take me the way I am
At its core, "The Way I Am" by Ingrid Michaelson is a love song that conveys the idea of unconditional love. The lyrics speak to the unselfish nature of love, not only in words but also in actions. The opening lines, "If you were falling, then I would catch you, You need a light, I'd find a match" shows how much the person loves them, and they are willing to go out of their way to help them through tough times.
The lyrics convey the notion that the person loves everything about their partner, even their flaws. This love is exemplified in lines like "I'd buy you Rogaine, When you start losing all your hair, Sew on patches to all you tear". These words describe a love that is steadfast and patient, willing to accept everything about the other person. The song's central message is that through everything, the person loves their partner as they are.
In summary, "The Way I Am" is a touching romantic song that expresses an unconditional love that accepts everything about their partner. It is the kind of love that is patient and forgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
If you were falling, then I would catch you
I will always be there for you and support you through thick and thin.
You need a light, I'd find a match
I will always help you and provide you with what you need, no matter how small or big the task.
'Cause I love the way you say good morning
I appreciate and love every little thing about you, including the way you greet me in the morning.
And you take me the way I am
You accept me for who I am, flaws and all, and I am grateful for that.
If you are chilly, here take my sweater
I will always put your comfort before mine and make sure you are warm and cozy.
Your head is aching, I'll make it better
I will do my best to take care of you when you are not feeling well or are in pain.
'Cause I love the way you call me baby
I adore the way you address me with affection and love, it makes me feel cherished.
I'd buy you Rogaine
When you start losing all your hair
Sew on patches to all you tear
I am committed to standing by you even in tough times, and will do everything in my power to help you through them. Whether its hair loss, or patching up your clothes or heart.
'Cause I love you more than
I could ever promise
I love you more than words can express, and I will always love you beyond any promises I could make.
And you take me the way I am
You love and accept me for the person that I am, and I feel lucky to have you in my life.
You take me the way I am
You accept me for who I am, flaws and all, and I am grateful for that.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Ingrid Michaelson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DevinaSwantara
If you were falling, then I would catch you.
You need a light, I'd find a match.
Cause I love the way you say good morning.
And you take me the way I am.
If you are chilly, here take my sweater.
Your head is aching, I'll make it better.
Cause I love the way you call me baby.
And you take me the way I am.
I'd buy you Rogaine when you start losing all your hair.
Sew on patches to all you tear.
Cause I love you more than I could ever promise.
And you take me the way I am.
You take me the way I am.
You take me the way I am
@asmis8299
Nostalgia brought me here, memories made me stay.
@acidblacklove7657
I dunno why this song popped up in my mind... haven't heard it in YEARS!!! But its 4am... and I recall it from a commercial.
@dejavu3456
Literally
@dejavu3456
Spot on
@marioiacolucci
In the Bose video demo this song was used you can watch the video of the Bose video wave Demo show on YouTube check it out Bose does not make the video wave tv anymore due to sales and was very expensive
@jasminelukman
And quality :)
@stepherssays
Wow, I forgot how good this song was. It just made me cry. It's so beautiful and sweet.
@geminisoul29
Same!!
@demarriustolbert4288
Me too😊
@badguitar5653
@@demarriustolbert4288 and me!