Arden produced 10 CDs, 17 top ten singles, earned a number of industry related awards and honors and also engages in acting, writing and charity work.
In 2009 she released her latest album, Free. In February 2007, Arden released Uncover Me, a collection of Arden's favorite songs. Uncover Me debuted at #1 on the Digital SoundScan Chart and placed 3rd on the Nielsen’s SoundScan Chart. This was Jann's highest debut to date spanning her 15 year recording career. In April 2007, Uncover Me was certified Platinum in Canada.
Led by the hit single “Bring The Boys Home,” Arden takes ownership of these personally selected tracks crafted by some of the best songwriters of our time. The tracks include everything from “You’re So Vain” (Carly Simon) to an amazing rendition of “California Dreamin’” (the Mama’s & the Papas) and the Canadian Top Ten single “At Seventeen” (Janis Ian). Arden has not forgotten her loyal fans and has included a new original track “Counterfeit Heart.”
Arden has continued to tour at an unstoppable pace. Her recent Uncover Me Tour, visited 23 cities, performing 31 shows to sold out crowds across Canada, becoming one of 2007’s most anticipated and successful tours. She return’s to USA this summer on tour with Canadian crooner Michael Bublé. This will marked her fourth outing with Bublé – having also toured Europe, Australia, and the USA in the past 18 months.
In 2006, Arden was awarded 2 Western Canadian Music Awards, including Pop Recording of the year for Jann Arden. SOCAN honoured Arden with its 2006 National Achievement Award for career success in songwriting, as well as 6 Classic Awards for singles reaching 100,000 spins on Canadian radio and 1 Pop Music Award for the single “Where No One Knows Me.”
Arden is also well known for her comedic talents, abilities as a speaker and as a bestselling author. In the Fall of 2004, Arden celebrated the publication of her second book – a collection from her popular on-line journals. i’ll tell you one damn thing, and that’s all i know! continued where her bestselling first publication, if I knew, don’t you think I’d tell you? left off (much to Arden’s surprise, her first book climbed to #3 on Canada’s Globe and Mail Non-fiction Bestseller list). Arden’s ability to candidly discuss topics ranging from bra size to spirituality has solidified her reputation of being unpredictably entertaining, which explains the sell-out crowds at the notable “My Life, My Way” and “Lifefest” speaking series, presented by Chatelaine.
Arden is no stranger to theatre, having performed in Eve Ensler’s Broadway hit, The Vagina Monologues on stages across Canada. She also returned to the Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montreal to host An Evening at Eve’s Tavern. On the screen, large and small, Arden filmed Jann Takes Manhattan (a documentary-style network television special filmed while performing in New York City), was featured in the Gemini nominated episode of the sitcom Big Sound, and was cast in the feature movies White Lies and Don’t Cry Now.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
-Millions of records sold worldwide, with 17 top ten singles from eight albums: Time for Mercy, Living Under June, Happy?, Blood Red Cherry, Greatest Hurts–The Best of, Live With the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Love Is The Only Soldier, Jann Arden, Uncover Me and her latest release, Free.
-Winner of 8 (eight) Junos, 8 (eight) 2006 SOCAN Awards, 2 (two) 2006 Western Canadian Music Awards and many other industry accolades including a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame.
-Active supporter of charities including the 2007 “Cure” Foundation for Breast Cancer and is the 2007 national spokesperson for Kids Help Phone.. Arden also continues to be an active supporter of World Vision
Into the Sun
Jann Arden Lyrics
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The whole world's in trouble again
You feed a wicked heart and you kill a decent man
Jesus Christ, JFK, Martin Luther, amen
Jesus Christ, John Lennon, Matthew Sheppard, amen
Hold your head high
Keep a smile upon your face
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Turn your face into the sun
You can complain if you want
But keep in mind all the things that you've got
You feed a wicked mind and you make a wicked heart
Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Elvis Presley, amen
Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Elvis Presley, amen
Hold your head high
Keep a smile upon your face
You'll be gone before you know it
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Turn your face into the sun
Hold your head high
Keep a smile upon your face
You'll be gone before you know it
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Turn your face into the sun
Hold your head high
Keep a smile upon your face
You'll be gone before you know it
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Turn your face into the sun
The lyrics to Jann Arden's song "Into The Sun" are a contemplation of the current state of the world, with its many troubles and sins. The opening lines of the song, "Smack dab in the middle of sin / The whole world's in trouble again," set the tone for a reflection on the wickedness of the world and the need for hope and positivity in the face of it all. The lyrics then reference several notable figures who have been killed for their beliefs, such as Jesus Christ, JFK, Martin Luther, John Lennon, and Matthew Sheppard. These figures are called out as examples of those who have stood up against the darkness and have given their lives for it.
The chorus of the song advises the listener to hold their head high and keep a smile on their face, even in the face of adversity. "You'll be gone before you know it" suggests that life is short, and it's best to live it to the fullest while we have the chance. The line "Turn your face into the sun" is a beautiful metaphor for looking towards the light and finding optimism and hope in a world that can sometimes seem very dark.
Overall, the lyrics to "Into The Sun" are a call to embrace positivity and hopefulness in a world that can be cruel and unjust. By looking to the example of those who have gone before us and turning our faces towards the sun, we can find the strength to keep going and make a difference in our own way.
Line by Line Meaning
Smack dab in the middle of sin
We are all living in the midst of wrongdoing and immorality.
The whole world's in trouble again
The world is in a state of chaos and turmoil, just as it has been in the past.
You feed a wicked heart and you kill a decent man
When one's intentions are malevolent, the consequences can be catastrophic and lead to the demise of an innocent person.
Jesus Christ, JFK, Martin Luther, amen
This is a prayer that references significant historical figures in hopes of divine intervention to rectify the current situation.
Hold your head high
Maintain your dignity and self-respect.
Keep a smile upon your face
Find joy in life and remain optimistic, even when things are difficult.
You'll be gone before you know it
Life is fleeting, and we should make the most of the time we have.
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Remain confident and steadfast in the face of adversity.
Turn your face into the sun
Look towards the positive aspects of life and focus on the good.
You can complain if you want
It's okay to express dissatisfaction, but dwelling on negativity will not lead to progress or happiness.
But keep in mind all the things that you've got
Instead of focusing on what is lacking, appreciate and be grateful for what you already have.
You feed a wicked mind and you make a wicked heart
Our thoughts and actions have the power to shape the kind of person we become, whether virtuous or malevolent.
Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Elvis Presley, amen
Another prayer that references notable figures who died prematurely and may be seen as tragic losses.
Hold your head high
Maintain your dignity and self-respect.
Keep a smile upon your face
Find joy in life and remain optimistic, even when things are difficult.
You'll be gone before you know it
Life is fleeting, and we should make the most of the time we have.
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Remain confident and steadfast in the face of adversity.
Turn your face into the sun
Look towards the positive aspects of life and focus on the good.
Hold your head high
Maintain your dignity and self-respect.
Keep a smile upon your face
Find joy in life and remain optimistic, even when things are difficult.
You'll be gone before you know it
Life is fleeting, and we should make the most of the time we have.
Hold your shoulders square upon your back
Remain confident and steadfast in the face of adversity.
Turn your face into the sun
Look towards the positive aspects of life and focus on the good.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JANN ARDEN RICHARDS, RUSSELL ANDREW BROOM
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