The trio originally formed in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2006 by Charles Kelley (lead and background vocals), Dave Haywood (background vocals, guitar, piano, mandolin) and Hillary Scott (lead and background vocals).
Scott is the daughter of country music singer Linda Davis, and Charles Kelley is the brother of pop artist Josh Kelley. It was these family connections and music industry ties that helped launch the band. Kelley moved to Nashville in mid-2005 from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he had been working construction with his brother John. Trying to become a successful solo country artist, Kelley convinced his old middle-school classmate, Haywood, to move to Nashville from Georgia in 2006 so they could write music together. Shortly thereafter, Scott recognized Kelley from MySpace, and they started to talk at a Nashville music club. Kelley later invited Scott to join him and Haywood in the new group, which assumed the name Lady Antebellum. The name Antebellum comes from when the group were photographing "antebellum" homes. The antebellum ('pre-war') architectural style describes the large plantation homes in the American South. While photographing the houses one of the group said that there's a great band name in there, and they adopted the Lady Antebellum name shortly after. The trio then began performing at local venues in Nashville before being signed in July 2007 to a recording contract with Capitol Records Nashville. In an interview with Sirius Satellite Radio, Scott claimed she was rejected from the hit show American Idol two times, not even making it past the first round.
Shortly after the trio signed to the label, adult contemporary artist Jim Brickman chose Lady Antebellum to sing on his 2007 single Never Alone, which reached #14 on the Billboard adult contemporary charts. In mid-2007, Lady Antebellum also wrote a song for the MTV reality television series The Hills.
Their solo debut single Love Don't Live Here was released in September of 2007, with a music video for the song following in December. This song was the lead-off single to the band's self-titled debut album. Released on April 15, 2008, Lady Antebellum was produced by Paul Worley and Victoria Shaw, a Nashville songwriter and former solo artist. Love Don't Live Here reached #3 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. The album itself was the first album by a new duo or group to debut at Number One on the Billboard Top Country Albums charts.
A second single, Lookin' for a Good Time, was issued in June 2008 and peaked at #11 in December. In addition, Lady Antebellum was signed as an opening act on Martina McBride's "Waking Up Laughing Tour" in 2008. Lady Antebellum also contributed the song I Was Here to the AT&T Team USA Soundtrack, a song which peaked at #24 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 based on downloads. In December 2008, their rendition of Baby, It's Cold Outside peaked at #3 on the same chart. Their third official single, I Run to You, was released in January 2009. It eventually became the trio's first Number One in July 2009.
On October 7, 2009 their debut album was certified platinum by the RIAA for shipments of one million copies in the United States.
In August 2009, the group released their fourth single, Need You Now, the lead-off single and title track to their second studio album. It debuted at #50 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and became their second Number One hit on the charts for the week of November 28, 2009. The song also reached a peak of #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was a number-one hit on the Hot Adult Contemporary chart, making it a crossover hit. A second single, American Honey, was released to radio on January 11, 2010 and would become their third #1 hit. Our Kind of Love was released as the third single from the album on May 31, 2010 and became a #1 single in September, 2010.
The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts for the week of Feb. 2, 2010, selling 480,922 copies in the first week. Four weeks after the album's release, it was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
The week of January 9, 2011, the group ventured into the studio to begin recording for their third studio album. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Kelley said, "We actually just went ahead and decided we’re gonna take two, two and a half months straight in the studio to create this thing and not have all this distraction. Hopefully that will be a good thing". He goes on to say that the group has around 50 songs which they plan to choose from along with songs from other songwriters. However, he singles out a song called Dancing Away With My Heart as one the band is particularly excited about, a song that the group co-wrote with Josh Kear, who previously wrote with the group on their hit Need You Now.
On May 2, 2011, the group released the first single from their upcoming album, titled Just a Kiss. The group performed the single on stage on American Idol's result show on May 5, 2011.
On June 11, 2020, amid the George Floyd protests, the band announced they would rename themselves "Lady A" in order to avoid racist connotations with Civil War history, as the original name was based on the Antebellum South. The band stated on social media that they were "deeply sorry for the hurt this has caused and for anyone who has felt unsafe, unseen or unvalued."
Lookin
Lady Antebellum Lyrics
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You're 'bout near perfect
But I bet somebody's already told you that
Name your poison
Name your passion
'Cause a boy like me just couldn't help but ask
Keep on talking to me baby
I'm hanging on your every word
We'll both get what we deserve
How 'bout baby
We make a promise
To not promise anything more than one night
Complicated situations
Only get worse in the morning light
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
Put in a long hard week doing this nine to five
And you're just the girl to get that off my mind
You shouldn't've worn that dress
You shouldn't dance like that
You got this little heart of mine in overdrive
I sure love this conversation
The band is good, the music's loud
But would you get the wrong impression
If I called us a cab right now?
How 'bout baby
We make a promise
To not promise anything more than one night
Complicated situations
Only get worse in the morning light
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
Go ahead and lie to me and pull me close
Tell me that you love me even if you don't
The rule is don't you ever even talk about forever
But you never say never in life
How 'bout baby
We make a promise
To not promise anything more than one night
Complicated situations
Only get worse in the morning light
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
The song "Lookin' for a Good Time" by Lady Antebellum is a fun, upbeat tune about two people looking for a casual, uncomplicated night together with no promises beyond that. The lyrics suggest that the two individuals have connected on a physical level, but there is no expectation of a relationship beyond that one evening. The singer admires the woman he is with for her beauty and passion, but he also acknowledges that these traits have likely been pointed out to her before. The singer feels that he and his partner share a special, meaningful moment, but he is also realistic about the limited nature of their encounter.
The lyrics demonstrate the classic country theme of living in the moment and appreciating life's simple pleasures. The singer revels in the excitement of the moment and is not concerned with regrets or the potential outcomes of their encounter. He wants to enjoy the present and not worry about what comes next. Despite the fleeting nature of the relationship, there is a sense of mutual respect and enjoyment between the two individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl you're beautiful
I think you are incredibly attractive
You're 'bout near perfect
You are almost flawless
But I bet somebody's already told you that
I am certain that you have heard this before
Name your poison
Tell me what type of drink you desire
Name your passion
Tell me what you enjoy doing
'Cause a boy like me just couldn't help but ask
I had to ask because I cannot resist
Keep on talking to me baby
Please continue to speak to me
I'm hanging on your every word
I am listening intently to everything you say
Keep those drinks a coming maybe
Please continue to bring us drinks
We'll both get what we deserve
We will both receive what we desire
How 'bout baby
Why don't we
We make a promise
Let us agree
To not promise anything more than one night
We will only spend one night together
Complicated situations
Difficult circumstances
Only get worse in the morning light
Problems often become greater in the morning
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
I am only seeking an enjoyable experience
Put in a long hard week doing this nine to five
I have worked hard throughout the week
And you're just the girl to get that off my mind
You are the perfect person to help me forget about work
You shouldn't've worn that dress
You should not have chosen to wear that outfit
You shouldn't dance like that
You should not dance in that manner
You got this little heart of mine in overdrive
You are causing my heart to beat rapidly
I sure love this conversation
I am thoroughly enjoying our discussion
The band is good, the music's loud
The musical group is talented, and the volume is high
But would you get the wrong impression
Do not misunderstand me
If I called us a cab right now?
Would it be inappropriate if I called us a taxi at this moment?
Go ahead and lie to me and pull me close
You can deceive me and draw me near
Tell me that you love me even if you don't
Say that you adore me, even if that is not the case
The rule is don't you ever even talk about forever
We should not mention anything about eternity
But you never say never in life
However, one should never say never about life
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time
I am solely seeking enjoyment
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: HILLARY DAWN SCOTT, KEITH FOLLESE, DAVE HAYWOOD, CHARLES B. KELLEY
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Mark Campbell
Gets you up and in the mood this song ,love it .❤️
Ivaldo Marques
Cara, essa banda e muito top mano!😍😍👏👏
mrsmusicforlife
Wow! I've been a huge fan of lady Antebellum for years. I just saw them in concert and it's crazy how far they have come. I love all three of them and their music!! I hope they continue making music for a long time to come
mrsmusicforlife
Ah I cannot get over how cute and young they all look in this video
Maral
Está musica é muito top!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Debra S
Charles Kelley does it every time... what a voice, strong commanding and the best, no matter what I've heard him sing. Puts a smile on my face and joy in my heart. Thank you. Lady A is a well put together group. ❤
Sara Schroeder
saw them last night in concert and they were amazing, this is most defiantly my favorite song! <3
sophie keo
I don’t usually listen to country music, but this band has totally change my mind.
They makes very good music.
Concerned Citizen
Awesome song as are all the rest. I love this group!!!!
MrsKangaNRoo
Man they have amazing voices.