Messina debuted in 1996 with the single "Heads Carolina, Tails California". Her album was certifified Gold by the RIAA. Her second album, I'm Alright produced five Top 10 Country hits between 1998 in 1999 and sold over a million copies in America. Since her debut, six of her singles have peaked at #1 on the Billboard Country singles chart and five of her albums have received a certification by the RIAA or the CRIA.
She was raised in Holliston, Massachusetts, by Vincent and Mary Messina, and had two sisters, Terese and Marianne, as well as a brother named Vincent. Messina had a variety of Country music influences, which included Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire, and The Judds. She soon started performing live, and by age 16 she was playing local clubs with a rhythm section made up of her brother and sister. The family band played up until Messina was in her late teens.
Realizing that living in the Northeast would limit her chances of achieving Country music stardom, Messina moved to Nashville at age 19. To support herself, Messina worked various temp jobs, including computer programming and accounting. In her spare time, she entered talent contests around Nashville.
One win led to a regular gig on the radio show Live at Libby's, which in turn caught the interest of producer Byron Gallimore, who helped her assemble a demo tape. Gallimore was also working with the young Tim McGraw around the same time, and Messina befriended him. Backstage at one of his concerts, Messina met an executive from his label, Curb, and jokingly suggested that they needed a redhead. With the help of fellow Curb producer James Stroud, Messina was then signed to the record label. Gallimore and McGraw would later become co-producers of Messina's studio albums under Curb.
In 2022, Cole Swindell had a major hit with a remake of "Heads Carolina, Tails California" entitled "She Had Me At Heads Carolina." In the music video, Jo Dee plays a small part as the bartender in a Karaoke bar.
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Jo Dee Messina Lyrics
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But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
It doesn't show signs of stoppin'
And I've brought some corn for poppin'
The lights are turned way down low
When we finally kiss goodnight
How I'll hate goin' out in the storm
But if you really hold me tight
All the way home I'll be warm
The fire is slowly dying
And my dear we're still goodbye-in'
But as long as you love me so
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
When we finally kiss goodnight
Oh I'll hate going out in the storm
But if you really hold me tight
All the way home I'll be warm
[Sigh]
Well the fire is slowly dying
And my dear, we're still goodbye-in'
But as long as you love me so
Let it snow! *Heh* Let it snow! Let it snow!
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
The song "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" by Jo Dee Messina is a cover of the popular Christmas song written by Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne. The lyrics describe a couple who are enjoying being by the fire while a snowstorm rages outside. Even though they have nowhere to go and are stuck inside, they make the most of their time together. The singer encourages the snow to continue falling, and they express their love for their partner, stating that as long as they are together, they do not mind being snowed in.
The song depicts the romance and comfort of the holiday season, despite the weather. The snowstorm can be seen as a metaphor for the difficulties and challenges that life can bring, but with love and companionship, one can weather the storm. The line "But if you really hold me tight/ All the way home I'll be warm" represents the warmth and safety that comes from feeling loved and protected.
Overall, "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" is a classic holiday song that celebrates love, togetherness, and the magic of a winter wonderland.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh the weather outside is frightful
The weather outdoors is extremely unpleasant and unbearable
But the fire is so delightful
However, the warmth of the fire inside is very comforting and pleasant
And since we've no place to go
Since there's no particular place or obligation for us to be, let the weather do what it does
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
We should accept the snowy weather and even embrace it
It doesn't show signs of stoppin'
The snowfall seems to be continuing persistently with no sign of letting up anytime soon
And I've brought some corn for poppin'
The singer has brought a snack to enjoy while staying at home during the inclement weather
The lights are turned way down low
The lights in the house are dimmed, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere
When we finally kiss goodnight
When it's time for us to partake in our nightly ritual of affection before bed
How I'll hate goin' out in the storm
The artist dreads having to leave the warmth and safety of the house to venture out into the snowy storm
But if you really hold me tight
In the event that the artist's partner holds them very tightly, they will feel a sense of security and comfort that will make the journey bearable
All the way home I'll be warm
Even during the commute through the snowstorm, the singer will feel warm and loved thanks to the embrace of their partner
The fire is slowly dying
The fire in the fireplace is gradually decreasing in size and heat
And my dear we're still goodbye-in'
Despite the fact that the night is coming to a close, we will still be parting ways for separate activities
But as long as you love me so
However, as long as their partner loves them, the singer is content with whatever may come
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
Once again, the singer reiterates their desire to embrace and accept the snowy weather
[Sigh]
A brief moment of relaxation and expression of contentment
Well the fire is slowly dying
The dying fire in the fireplace is still a topic of conversation
And my dear, we're still goodbye-in'
The night is coming to an end and the singer and their partner will soon go their separate ways
But as long as you love me so
As long as the singer's partner continues to love them, they are happy
Let it snow! *Heh* Let it snow! Let it snow!
The artist still retains their positive and accepting attitude towards the snowfall
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JULE STYNE, SAMMY CAHN
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