In March 2009, her self-released debut album, Take to the Sky, reached the Top 20 on the Billboard magazine jazz chart. Way Down Low was released in 2012, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Her third album, The Big Picture, was released on September 30, 2014.
"You see a show like the one Kat Edmonson put on Tuesday night at Scullers, and you wonder what the heck people are doing at Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry concerts. Really, the world is unjust... Edmonson, a petite singer from Austin, Texas, is at once a throwback and a pioneer. Her intimate vocal style and stage presence recall the heyday of jazz
- she has the expressiveness of Billie Holiday, the elegance of Ella Fitzgerald, and the voice of Blossom Dearie. Yet she doesn't merely retread standards. Sure, she likes her Cole Porter, but she and her pianist/arranger, Kevin Lovejoy, molded and modernized chestnuts like "Just One of Those Things," "Night and Day," and "It's All Right With Me" into entirely fresh tunes with new harmonies, inventive rhythm structures, and sometimes mysterious undertones.
Edmonson has grown quite comfortable inside these songs, taking even more liberties with them than she did on her recent CD, Take to the Sky, which stands among the best records of 2009. Like Holiday, Edmonson likes to sing just behind the beat, which infuses her demure voice with drama and heartbreak.
Kat Edmonson is a great jazz singer.
This Was the One
Kat Edmonson Lyrics
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Taking her hand to cross the street
Was as natural a thing as he'd ever done
He knew, what had begun
This was the one
This was the one
And every day he'd count his blessings as she'd say
That her love was as sure as the setting sun
This was the one
This was the one
Don't take love for granted
Careful with her heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time he was gone
All the long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh god, what had he done
This was the one
This was the one
Oh, don't take love for granted
Careful with the heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time that he was gone
All those long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh god, what had he done
This was the one (x's 4)
In Kat Edmonson's song "This Was the One," the singer tells a story of a love that was meant to be, but also serves as a cautionary tale about taking love for granted. The lyrics begin with a simple act of kindness, the man taking the woman's hand to cross the street. He felt a natural connection and knew that this was the one for him. As they went on in their relationship, they both recognized how fortunate they were to have found each other, and he pledged to never take her love for granted.
However, the road of life is often long and bumpy, and the man was gone more often than he was present. This took a toll on the woman, who eventually left the relationship. The chorus of the song repeats the haunting phrase, "This was the one," reminding the listener of what was lost.
The message in the song is clear, that love and the people we care about should never be taken for granted. It's a powerful reminder to cherish those we love and to make sure they know how much they mean to us.
Line by Line Meaning
It wasn't planned
The man didn't plan to fall in love with the woman, it just happened naturally.
Taking her hand to cross the street
As simple as holding hands to cross the street was the beginning of something meaningful.
Was as natural a thing as he'd ever done
The man had never done anything easier than holding hands with the woman he loves.
He knew, what had begun
The man was aware that a special connection had formed between him and the woman.
This was the one
The realization that he found the one he wants to spend the rest of his life with.
And every day he'd count his blessings as she'd say
The man appreciated his good fortune each day as the woman reminded him of her love.
That her love was as sure as the setting sun
The woman's love was steadfast and unwavering like the sunset every day.
Never to be undone
Their love was too strong to be broken or undone.
Don't take love for granted
The importance of acknowledging and cherishing love is emphasized.
Careful with her heart
The man is reminded to treat his partner's emotions with care and attention.
Careful to see through the things you start
It's important for the man to consider the potential consequences of his actions and decisions on their relationship.
The road was long
Their journey as a couple wasn't always easy or smooth-sailing.
And all the time he was gone
The man was not always there for the woman when she needed him.
All the long lonely hours forced that girl to run
The woman had to cope with the loneliness and uncertainty of their relationship, and had to leave to deal with it.
Oh god, what had he done
The man realizes the mistakes he made and the hurt he caused by not being there for the woman.
This was the one (x's 4)
Reiterating that this love was the most important and special connection of his life.
Writer(s): Danton Boller, Katherine Leigh Edmonson
Contributed by Joshua H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alyanna V
It wasn't planned
Taking her hand to cross the street
Was as natural a thing as he'd ever done
He knew, what had begun
This was the one
This was the one
And every day
He'd count his blessings as she'd say
That her love was as sure as the setting sun
Never to be undone
This was the one
This was the one
Don't take love for granted
Careful with her heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time that he was gone
All those long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh God, what had he done
This was the one
This was the one
Oh, don't take love for granted
Careful with the heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time that he was gone
All those long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh God, what had he done
This was the one
This was the one
This was the one
This was the one
Greg Maurer
One of my favorite videos of Kat's. When you're in the mood, watching her sing here is almost as beautiful as the listening.
Alyanna V
It wasn't planned
Taking her hand to cross the street
Was as natural a thing as he'd ever done
He knew, what had begun
This was the one
This was the one
And every day
He'd count his blessings as she'd say
That her love was as sure as the setting sun
Never to be undone
This was the one
This was the one
Don't take love for granted
Careful with her heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time that he was gone
All those long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh God, what had he done
This was the one
This was the one
Oh, don't take love for granted
Careful with the heart
Careful to see through the things you start
The road was long
And all the time that he was gone
All those long lonely hours forced that girl to run
Oh God, what had he done
This was the one
This was the one
This was the one
This was the one
LIZ STAR
The most unique girl singer around.
Rusty Rutherford
Simple, soft, and beautifully natural
nihilista69
I love her...
David Jones
I love her more!
Spirit of God
Gaurd Your Heart Above All Else...i enjoy your music
krustyluv
gorgeous in every way!
im annonymous
i love this chick......id give anything to hear her say my name.......damn š
DudeMcClure666
Maybe start by not saying chick