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 weâre 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."
Love I
Lady Antebellum Lyrics
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Dancing in the smoke, in the glow of the neon lights
I'm sure they're out there cutting up and drinking
But I don't mind 'cause I got you by my side
With my old sweat shirt and your favorite pair of jeans
Barefoot on the couch, curled up next to me
Oh, I got everything I've ever needed
Well maybe I'm just lucky
But maybe that's okay
Some people search the whole world over
Just to find a love, that's even half as true
As the love I've found in you
Ooo ooo, ooo ooo, ooo ooo
Well I wonder where I'd be if the Lord hadn't heard my prayer
The one I said every night 'til the day that you got here
You showed me how to live and love forever
With you, oh baby I love you
Well maybe I'm just lucky
But maybe that's okay
Some people search the whole world over
Just to find a love, that's even half as true
As the love I've found in you
Ooo ooo, ooo ooo, ooo ooo
Some things really last forever
Some things are meant to be
Like you and me
Ooh yeah
Let your love shine on
Shine on and on and on
Ooh, oh yeah
Well maybe we're just lucky
But maybe that's okay
Some people search the whole world over
Just to find a love, that's even half as true
As this love I've found in you
Ooo ooo, ooo ooo, ooo ooo
I've found in you
I've found in you
The lyrics to Lady Antebellum's song "Love I've Found in You" depict a sense of contentment and gratitude towards finding true love. The singer acknowledges that while their friends may be out partying and having a good time, they are perfectly happy staying in with their partner who they believe to be their everything. The reference to their sweatshirt and their partner's favorite jeans, along with the image of them curled up on a couch, establishes an intimacy that complements the sense of fulfillment the singer feels.
The second verse adds a spiritual dimension to the song, expressing thankfulness to a higher power for answering their prayers and bringing their partner into their lives. The song's message is ultimately about recognizing the rarity of true love, and how easy it can be to take it for granted or overlook it in favor of a more exciting, but ultimately less meaningful, lifestyle. The song's chorus reinforces this idea, emphasizing that while some may spend their entire lives searching for true love, the singer feels as though they have already found it.
Overall, "Love I've Found in You" is a heartwarming tribute to a deep and fulfilling love. It rejects a superficial or surface level understanding of romance, instead choosing to explore the intimate and meaningful connection between two people who have found each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I bet my buddies are out on the town tonight
I assume my friends are out having fun, but I don't mind because I have you.
Dancing in the smoke, in the glow of the neon lights
They are likely dancing in the smoky bars with neon lights.
I'm sure they're out there cutting up and drinking
I'm certain they're having a good time drinking and enjoying themselves.
But I don't mind 'cause I got you by my side
But it doesn't matter because I have you to spend time with.
With my old sweat shirt and your favorite pair of jeans
I'm wearing my comfortable clothes, and you're wearing your favorite jeans.
Barefoot on the couch, curled up next to me
We are cozy on the couch next to each other without shoes on.
Oh, I got everything I've ever needed
I have everything I need and want in life.
In you, I found it in you
I found everything I need and want with you.
Well maybe I'm just lucky
Perhaps I'm fortunate.
But maybe that's okay
But that's fine, too.
Some people search the whole world over
Some people go through life trying to find true love.
Just to find a love, that's even half as true
Even if they find a love that's only half as real as what I found with you.
As the love I've found in you
It doesn't compare to the love I have for you.
Well I wonder where I'd be if the Lord hadn't heard my prayer
If God hadn't answered my prayers, I wonder where I would be without you.
The one I said every night 'til the day that you got here
I prayed for you every night until you came into my life.
You showed me how to live and love forever
You taught me how to live and love endlessly.
With you, oh baby I love you
I love you so much, baby.
Some things really last forever
Some things are meant to last for eternity.
Some things are meant to be
Some things are meant to happen, just like how we found each other.
Like you and me
We were meant to be together.
Let your love shine on
Keep your love alive and bright.
Shine on and on and on
Let it shine endlessly.
Ooh, oh yeah
Oh yes!
I've found in you
I found love, happiness, and everything I need in you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HILLARY SCOTT, RUSSELL DAVIS, DAVE HAYWOOD, CHARLES KELLEY
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@masterspivey1338
Does anyone else get super nostalgic listening to this song? This makes me remember driving in the car with my mother to get dinner. It makes me remember life when I had much less stress. This song doesnât just remind me of my memories, it is a memory. I hope you all are safe and doing well during these hard times and have a good day.
Edit 1: Itâs midnight, currently. June 27, 2022! I cannot believe the amount of support this comment has received over all of this time, I feel so much genuine love for all of you. As I re-read this comment that I wrote two years ago, so seemingly straightforward, I remember just how vulnerable I had felt while writing it. I was dealing with the loss of a close friend, familial issues, and other personal troubles. Somehow, assisting others when I needed help myself was more than enough to make me feel better, at the time. If you ever need to hear it, remember that you and your well-being should always come first. Help yourself so you can be the best that you possibly can be when you lend a hand to others. Thankfully, I am more than happy to report that Iâm doing so much better, now! It has taken such a long time, grieving is a long and difficult journey, one with no clear ending point. After time, however, it does get easier. You will not feel as low as that forever. Regardless, I truly wish that I could express my gratitude to you all, as Iâm so incredibly fortunate to have all of these wonderful responses. I appreciate the honesty, the raw emotions that some of you shared when you replied. Never take being able to share your true feelings for granted, I love you all!
Stay safe, and once moreâŠ
have a good day :))đ
@reidoxudo
Lyrics
Picture perfect memories
Scattered all around the floor
Reaching for the phone cause
I can't fight it anymore.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Another shot of whiskey
Can't stop looking at the door.
Wishing you'd come sweeping in the way you did before.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Yes I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
And I said I wouldn't call
But I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
I just need you now.
Oh baby I need you now.
@grazielabarbosa3509
Picture perfect memories,
Scattered all around the floor
Reaching for the phone 'cause,
I can't fight it anymore
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind
For me it happens all the time
It's a quarter after one,
I'm all alone and I need you now
Said I wouldn't call
but I lost all control and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without,
I just need you now
Another shot of whiskey,
can't stop looking at the door
Wishing you'd come sweeping
in the way you did before
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind
For me it happens all the time
It's a quarter after one,
I'm a little drunk,
And I need you now
Said I wouldn't call
but I lost all control and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without,
I just need you now
oh ohhh...
Guess I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all
It's a quarter after one,
I'm all alone and I need you now
And I said I wouldn't call
but I'm a little drunk and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without,
I just need you now
I just need you now
Oh baby I need you now...
@juri4097
* lyrics *
Picture perfect memories
Scattered all around the floor
Reaching for the phone cause
I can't fight it anymore.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Another shot of whiskey
Can't stop looking at the door.
Wishing you'd come sweeping in the way you did before.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Yes I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
And I said I wouldn't call
But I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
I just need you now.
Oh baby I need you now.
@dwkrmn8173
Picture perfect memories
Scattered all around the floor
Reaching for the phone 'cause, I can't fight it anymore
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind
For me it happens all the time
It's a quarter after one, I'm all alone and I need you now
Said I wouldn't call but I lost all control and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without, I just need you now
Another shot of whiskey, can't stop looking at the door
Wishing you'd come sweepin' in the way you did before
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind
For me it happens all the time
It's a quarter after one, I'm a little drunk, and I need you now
Said I wouldn't call but I lost all control and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without, I just need you now
Whoa oh whoa
Guess I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all
It's a quarter after one, I'm all alone and I need you now
And I said I wouldn't call but I'm a little drunk and I need you now
And I don't know how I can do without, I just need you now
I just need you now
Oh baby I need you now ooh ooh
@august4189
Picture perfect memories
Scattered all around the floor
Reaching for the phone cause
I can't fight it anymore.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Another shot of whiskey
Can't stop looking at the door.
Wishing you'd come sweeping in the way you did before.
And I wonder if I ever cross your mind.
For me it happens all the time.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
Said I wouldn't call, but I lost all control
And I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
Yes I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all.
It's a quarter after one.
I'm all alone and I need you now.
And I said I wouldn't call
But I'm a little drunk and I need you now.
And I don't know how I can do without
I just need you now.
I just need you now.
Oh baby I need you now.
@shayarirehman
Who is listening today?đąđđ
@DestinyIrvin
I am.
@patrickgodson6096
I am â€x
@jimbo735
I'm drunk singing it with the boys. Aka my dog..cat..and son
@nytianikole8957
I'm listening tonight!
@jamesanglin3839
Me, sadly but forever.
@Prady-tx9du
If you listening to this master piece in the month of April 2024, you will be legend â€, Hugs
@azlinalina5108
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@rebeccastivers8941
I already am Legend and still love this song LOL in Feb 2024
@eljohnarnaiz6025
yooooo