Roberts began performing country music as a child. When she was in junior high and high school, she toured with her family, playing at festivals in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. She also performed at area nursing homes (where she developed an appreciation for blues music); and worked at Carowinds (a theme park in Charlotte, North Carolina) and Dollywood.
A graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, Roberts began working for Mercury Records, later becoming assistant to label head Luke Lewis. During her tenure there, she began perfecting her singing skills and recorded a demo tape. Producer Brent Rowan liked what he heard and invited Lewis to hear the tape. Lewis liked what he heard, but it was only after he asked for the singer's identity that he learned it was Roberts.
Roberts was signed to Mercury Records, and her self-titled album was released in 2004.
A second album for Mercury, Men & Mascara, followed in 2006. This album produced two non-charting singles in its title track and a cover of Saving Jane's "Girl Next Door".
Her influences include Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell and Tanya Tucker.
Pot of Gold
Julie Roberts Lyrics
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I watch the world rushin' by
They're all dreamin' 'bout dollars and thinkin' 'bout
Mountains that they have to climb
A woman checks her reflection
A man straightens his tie
They wear troubled expressions and meanwhile
You can chase all the sliver
If you need riches to hold
You can run after rainbows
'Cause I just found my pot of gold
I just met him last weekend
We've been out a few times
And it may seem too soon, but when he kissed me I knew that
He was my purpose in life
You can chase all the silver
'Cause I've found somethin' to hold
You can run after rainbows
'Cause I just found my pot of gold
You can chase all the silver
'Cause I've just found my soul
You can run after rainbows
'Cause I just found my pot
I just found my pot
I just found my pot of gold
All alone in a café
I watch the world rushin' by
They're all dreamin' 'bout dollars and meanwhile
I just sit here and smile
Julie Roberts's song "Pot of Gold" is a fascinating piece that can evoke different emotions in different people. The first stanza describes the singer's situation where she is alone in a café, watching people hurriedly going about their daily lives, constantly dreaming of material wealth and the struggles that accompany the pursuit of riches. Amidst their troubles, the singer is content and happy just sitting there and enjoying herself. She does not need to chase silver, riches or rainbows, as she has discovered something more valuable than all that in her life.
The song's tone shifts with the introduction of a new character, the singer's newfound love interest. According to her, she just met him last weekend, but as soon as they kissed, she recognized that he was her soulmate and her purpose in life. This realization perfectly aligned with the dominant message in the first stanza because everyone else was busy chasing material possessions, but the singer found something much more significant.
Overall, Julie Roberts uses "Pot of Gold" to convey the message that money and material wealth are not the answer to everything in life. Sometimes, the most meaningful things in life are simple things that you may overlook or take for granted. The song is powerful in that it allows listeners to take a step back, evaluate their lives, and focus on what is essential in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
All alone in a café
Julie Roberts is by herself in a cafe, observing her surroundings.
I watch the world rushin' by
She sees everyone else in a hurry, busy with their own lives.
They're all dreamin' 'bout dollars and thinkin' 'bout Mountains that they have to climb
People are focused on making money and achieving success, always looking for the next goal to accomplish.
A woman checks her reflection
She notices a woman checking herself out in a mirror.
A man straightens his tie
A man adjusts his appearance to look presentable.
They wear troubled expressions and meanwhile I just sit here and smile
The people around her seem stressed and unhappy, but Julie is content just being in the moment.
You can chase all the sliver
People can go after wealth and material possessions if they choose to.
If you need riches to hold
Some people feel that they need money and possessions to be happy.
You can run after rainbows
People can pursue impossible and far-off goals, like chasing rainbows.
'Cause I just found my pot of gold
Julie has found something valuable and fulfilling in her life.
I just met him last weekend
Julie recently met a new person.
We've been out a few times
They have gone on a few dates together.
And it may seem too soon, but when he kissed me I knew that He was my purpose in life
Despite it being early on in their relationship, Julie feels a deep connection with this person.
You can chase all the silver
Once again, people can pursue money and material possessions.
'Cause I've found somethin' to hold
But Julie has found something even more valuable, something worth holding onto.
You can run after rainbows
People can still pursue impossible dreams.
'Cause I just found my pot of gold
Because Julie has found what she truly values in life.
You can chase all the silver
This line is repeated.
'Cause I've just found my soul
Julie feels she has found her true self, her inner peace.
You can run after rainbows
Again, people can still go after impossible dreams.
'Cause I just found my pot
Julie has found her treasure in life.
I just found my pot
Once more, she emphasizes that she has found what is truly valuable to her.
I just found my pot of gold
The title line of the song, Julie has found her true treasure in life.
All alone in a café
The song loops back to the beginning, emphasizing that Julie is still alone in this moment.
I watch the world rushin' by
The world continues to move quickly around her, but Julie is content being where she is.
They're all dreamin' 'bout dollars and meanwhile I just sit here and smile
The final line is the same as the second line, bringing the song full circle.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRANK ROGERS, CHRIS STAPLETON
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