Corbin released many dance tracks licensed with Quality Records, Popular Records and PolyMedia/Universal Music. Her highest charted pop/dance single in 1998 "High On Love", appeared on more than 5 national compilation compact discs. She was also nominated for two East Coast Music Awards and performed on the 10th Anniversary East Coast Music Awards broadcast live from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Another pop/dance single, "Gotta Have Your Love" landed on the compilation titled Pure Dance 4 and was released in the summer of 2000 - selling Double Platinum (200,000 units) in Canada.
Corbin currently lives in Trenton, Nova Scotia, plays celtic pop music and freelances in graphic design.
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Karen Corbin Lyrics
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The waves crash in and the tide pulls out
It's an angry sea but there is no doubt
That the lighthouse will keep shining in the night
To warn the lonely sailor
The lightning strikes and the wind cuts cold
Through the sailor's bones, to the sailor's soul
'Till there's nothing left that he can hold
Except the roaring ocean
But I am ready for the storm, yes oh ready I'm
I'm ready for the storm, I'm ready for the storm
Give me mercy for my dreams, 'cause every confrontaion
Seems to tell me what it really means to be a lonely sailor
But when the sky begins to clear and the sun it melts away my fear
I cry a silent, weary tear at those that mean to love me
And I am ready for the storm, yes oh ready I'm
I'm ready for the storm, I'm ready for the storm
Distance it is no real friend, and time will take its time
And you will find that in the end it brings you near a lonely sailor
But when you take me by your side, you love me warm, you love me
And I should've realized I had no reason to be frightened
And I am ready for the storm, yes oh ready I'm
I'm ready for the storm, I'm ready for the storm These lyrics may or may not be copyrighted!
The song “Ready for the Storm” by Karen Corbin depicts the life of a sailor on a tumultuous sea. The lyrics describe the unforgiving nature of the ocean and its constant threats to the sailor's life. The lighthouse shines bright to show the way through the darkness, a symbol of hope and safety in the midst of the chaotic sea. The wind, lightning, and cold permeate the sailor's very being, leaving him with nothing but the roaring of the ocean.
The lyrics also delve into the psyche of the sailor, showing his loneliness and the toll it takes on him as he confronts his fears, wanting nothing more than to be loved and accepted. As the sailor comes to terms with his situation, he learns to appreciate the calm moments amidst the storm, finding the strength to face whatever waves may come his way, with the hope of someone by his side who loves him. The song is a tribute to the perseverance of the human spirit, urging the listener to be ready for any storm that life may throw their way.
Line by Line Meaning
The waves crash in and the tide pulls out
The waves in the ocean move in one direction and back out to sea
It's an angry sea but there is no doubt
The ocean is rough and stormy, but the lighthouse will always shine to guide sailors
That the lighthouse will keep shining in the night
The lighthouse will be a beacon of hope and safety for lonely sailors
To warn the lonely sailor
The lighthouse serves to caution and protect sailors who are alone at sea
The lightning strikes and the wind cuts cold
The storm is intense, and the wind is icy cold
Through the sailor's bones, to the sailor's soul
The storm penetrates the sailor physically and emotionally
'Till there's nothing left that he can hold
The storm is so powerful that it takes away everything the sailor had
Except the roaring ocean
The only thing he's left with is the sound of the ocean's roar
But I am ready for the storm, yes oh ready I'm
The singer is prepared for whatever storms may come
Give me mercy for my dreams, 'cause every confrontation
The singer asks for understanding because every obstacle she confronts reminds her of being alone
Seems to tell me what it really means to be a lonely sailor
She feels like she's being shown the reality of being lonely on the sea
But when the sky begins to clear and the sun it melts away my fear
The singer begins to feel better when the weather clears and the sun shines again
I cry a silent, weary tear at those that mean to love me
The singer cries out of exhaustion and sadness for those who want to love her
Distance it is no real friend, and time will take its time
Distance is not a true companion, and time moves at its own pace
And you will find that in the end it brings you near a lonely sailor
In the end, time will bring people closer to the feeling of being alone on the sea
But when you take me by your side, you love me warm, you love me
When the singer is with someone who loves her, she feels secure and cared for
And I should've realized I had no reason to be frightened
She understands that there was no need for her to be afraid
And I am ready for the storm, yes oh ready I'm
She is always prepared for whatever life throws her way
I'm ready for the storm, I'm ready for the storm
She repeats that she's ready for any storm that she may encounter
Contributed by Alexander T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.