She gained fame with her participation in the 2003 American Idol television series, and in 2007 garnered media attention for her participation in Celebrity Fit Club.
Her debut album, One Love, was released May 4, 2004. Debut single "8th World Wonder" reached the top half of the Billboard Hot 100 and was successful on other charts, and even entered the UK chart with little promotion. "Wrong" and "I Could" followed as singles and were hits on the Pop and Adult Contemporary charts respectively. "Coulda Been" was the album's only single not to chart.
Locke's second album, Based On A True Story, was released on May 1, 2007. The album's original lead single, "Supawoman", co-written with her producers Damon Sharpe and Mark J. Feist, was released to radio August 7, 2006, however after underwhelming radio support, Curb Records decided to refocus. "Change", was released to radio on January 15, 2007 to positive support and climbed the charts well into the summer of 2007. The album's next single is a cover of Freda Payne's "Band Of Gold", which was released to radio on August 13, 2007 and became Locke's 6th solo Adult Contemporary Top 10 hit. The album's third single has been announced to be "Fall", a song also recorded by country music artist Clay Walker, which is being released to radio in February 2008.
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Kimberley Locke Lyrics
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Mmmm
Somewhere over the rainbow,
Way up high.
There's a land that I've heard of,
Once in a lullaby.
Skies are blue.
And the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.
Someday I wish upon a star, (someday I wish upon a star)
Where the clouds are far far far behind me
(And wake up where the clouds are far behind me)
Where.
All my troubles melt like lemon drops.
Way above the chimney tops, (way above the chimney tops)
That is where you will find me.
Somewhere over the rainbow,
Bluebirds fly.
If birds can fly over over the rainbow,
Then why, then why can't I
(Bids fly high, why can't I)
Ohh wahy ohhh why ohhh why ohhh
(If birds fly high, why can't I)
If every little bluebirds fly (if every bird fly)
Over the rainbow,
Somebody tell me why, somebody tell me
(If bids fly high, why can't I)
Why can't I.
Kimberley Locke's version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is a hauntingly beautiful and emotional rendition of the classic Judy Garland song. The opening lines of the song evoke a sense of wonder and possibility, as the singer imagines a far-off land that exists only in her dreams. The lyrics suggest that this place is a magical world where all of her deepest desires can come true, a place where anything is possible.
The mood of the song is both wistful and hopeful, as the singer longs to escape the troubles of her present life and reach a place where happiness is guaranteed. The chorus of the song is particularly moving, as the singer expresses her desire to join the bluebirds that can fly over the rainbow. This aspiration is symbolic of the singer's yearning for freedom and release from the constraints of her current situation.
Overall, Kimberley Locke's version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is a touching and emotional tribute to the classic song, and it is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever longed for a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere over the rainbow,
There’s a place that exists beyond my current reality.
Way up high.
This place is far above and beyond where I am currently located.
There's a land that I've heard of,
I know this place exists because I have heard about it from others.
Once in a lullaby.
This place exists in my imagination, like a comforting dream.
Skies are blue.
The atmosphere in this imagined place is serene and enjoyable.
And the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.
Anything and everything that one hopes and dreams for can be achieved in this imagination.
Someday I wish upon a star, (someday I wish upon a star)
I long for the day when my wishes will come true.
Where the clouds are far far far behind me
I imagine leaving all of my problems and worries behind as I enter this place.
All my troubles melt like lemon drops.
I imagine that once I enter this place, all of my difficulties will disappear.
Way above the chimney tops, (way above the chimney tops)
This place is at an extremely high level, beyond the rooftops of common homes.
That is where you will find me.
I will be content and happy in this imagined land.
Somewhere over the rainbow,
This place exists outside of any actual physical location.
Bluebirds fly.
This magical land is a place where even bluebirds soar.
If birds can fly over over the rainbow,
If an imaginary creature like a bluebird can fly in this land, there is reason to believe that I could also thrive in this place.
Then why, then why can't I
If a creature like a bluebird can exist optimally in this place, why can't I reach my fullest potential in my own reality?
(If birds fly high, why can't I)
If this bird is able to fly to great heights, why can't I?
If every little bluebirds fly (if every bird fly)
If every creature can achieve their ultimate individual potential, why can't I?
Over the rainbow,
In this wondrous imaginary land.
Somebody tell me why, somebody tell me
I want to know why I can't achieve my ultimate potential just like other creatures in their optimal environment.
(If bids fly high, why can't I)
If creatures like bluebirds can thrive in this place, why can't I realize my own dreams and desires?
Ohh wahy ohhh why ohhh why ohhh
I am desperate to know the answer.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Yip Harburg, Harold Arlen
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Joely Gibson
She has a rich voice....deep and effortless charm!
Elise Fincher
I'm in love with kimberley lockes voice. I was super upset she didn't win. she was my favorite.
Ramon Sobreiro
Those vocals! 👏👏👏👏
Matthew
UGHHHH! I love these videos so much. This is one of the best American Idol performances ever. In love.
V. Lightbulb aka Rachel Dolezal
Absolutely!!!
V. Lightbulb aka Rachel Dolezal
Love you KIM!!! Best rendition of this song EVER!!! 💜💜
Antonio Dudley
She sang this so effortlessly!
Renz_89
She's beautiful & also her voice. It goes without saying. & very classy. Her mannerisms & the way she speaks. I like her lol
Renz_89
sboudreaux27 That’s what I said she is classy. I would say maybe like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, & David Archuleta. Those are my top 3 people who I thought maintained their fame.
Brian Fitzpatrick
That's the best version of that song that's ever been sung. If u can top that, show me. And she does the best version of The Star-Spangled Banner that I've ever seen. I don't know how she didn't become a huge star.