Rimes emerged with her first single, "Blue," when she was just thirteen years old in 1996. She is most recognized for her crossover hit "How Do I Live" which, according to the Billboard charts, is one of the most successful songs in American music history, spending 69 weeks on the Hot 100 chart, which currently stands as the second longest run in the chart's history (behind Jason Mraz's "I'm Yours"). While country singer Trisha Yearwood's version of the song won a Grammy in 1998, Rimes' version outsold Yearwood's by millions of copies. Rimes' other notable songs include "Can't Fight the Moonlight" and "You're the right kind of wrong" (from the movie Coyote Ugly) and American Idol favorite "I Need You."
She has won an American Music Award, two Grammy Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards, and four Billboard Music Awards.
Rimes was chosen to sing the theme song "Light the Fire Within" for the February 8, 2002, Opening Ceremony of the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.
On February 23, 2002, she married Dean Sheremet, a dancer whom she met while recording Twisted Angel. They currently live in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 2005, LeAnn was selected to become the new host of the USA Network reality tv series Nashville Star, a position she held for only one season. She also was selected to sing "Remember When," the official song for Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebration.
On January 25, 2005, Rimes released a new album called This Woman. Although it has been met with mixed reviews, This Woman is a comeback of sorts for Rimes. With sales over 600,000, this is Rimes best-selling album since her self-titled album in 1999. In terms of the singles released, this is her most successful album since her debut nearly 10 years ago. "Nothin' 'Bout Love Makes Sense" reached the Top 5 and became her biggest years on the country charts in years. "Probably Wouldn't Be This Way," a song about a woman trying to get over a lost love, was released as a single. The video for "Probably Wouldn't Be This Way" was very dark, and the song was received well in the country music world. When "Something's Gotta Give" reached the #2 spot in June 2006, it became her biggest country hit since "One Way Ticket (Because I Can)", her sole number one hit 10 years ago.
Rimes co-wrote four songs off This Woman: "Something's Gotta Give," "I Got It Bad," "When This Woman Loves a Man," and "Afraid to Fall."
"I Got it Bad" was co-written with her husband Dean Sheremet.
On Saturday, September 3, 2005, Rimes performed a concert, on a three-hour special on Larry King Live, as a benefit for those affected in the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Katrina. As a Mississippian, she said that Hurricane Katrina "hit close to home." Just days before the hurricane, she had performed in Biloxi, Mississippi.
On January 4, 2006, Rimes performed the National Anthem before the Rose Bowl championship game between the USC Trojans and the Texas Longhorns in Pasadena, California.
On June 6, 2006, LeAnn released a new album in Europe called Whatever We Wanna.
The new album presents a pop-oriented sound; the first single released was "And It Feels Like." The album did not receive a US release.
In March 2009, LeAnn became the first country crossover artist to top the Billboard Club Play list when remixes for "What I Cannot Change" topped this dance chart. Prior to LeAnn's accomplishment, the highest charting song by a country artist on this dance survey had been the #2 peak of Reba McEntire's remixed remake of "You Keep Me Hangin' On."
Bridge Over Troubled Waters
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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When tears are in your eyes
I will dry them all
I'm on your side
Oh, when times get rough
And friends just can't be found
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I will lay me down
I will lay me down.
When you're down and out
When you're on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I'll take your part
Oh, when darkness comes
And pain is all around
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I will lay me down.
Sail on, silver girl
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are on their way
See how they shine
Oh, if you need a friend
I'm sailing right behind.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I will ease your mind
Your mind
I will ease your mind.
The lyrics of the song “Bridge Over Troubled Waters” convey a message of love, support, and comfort to someone going through a difficult time. The song functions as a metaphorical bridge that helps a troubled person to overcome their obstacles by providing them with strength and support. The lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to go to great lengths to help their loved one through their struggles by laying down their own life as a bridge to safety. The metaphor of a bridge is used to express the idea that the singer is willing to be a dependable and supportive source of help, even when the friend is struggling to cope or feels alone.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer is ready to provide comfort and solace to the friend when they need it most. The lyrics express the desire to ease their friend’s pain and offer them hope, acting as a kind of beacon of light in the darkness. The final verse of the song makes reference to a “silver girl” who is shining and whose dreams are coming true, and who needs a friend to support and encourage her. This verse can be interpreted as a message of support for anyone who feels lost or overwhelmed, reminding them that they are not alone and that they have the strength to overcome their difficulties.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're weary, feelin' small
When you're tired and feeling insignificant
When tears are in your eyes
When you're crying
I will dry them all
I'll wipe away your tears
I'm on your side
I'm here for you
Oh, when times get rough
When things are difficult
And friends just can't be found
When you can't find any help among your friends
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I'll be a supportive presence, like a bridge over a tumultuous river
I will lay me down
I'll be there for you, regardless of what it takes
When you're down and out
When you're feeling hopeless
When you're on the street
When you're homeless or wandering
When evening falls so hard
When night is difficult
I will comfort you
I'll be a source of solace and reassurance
I'll take your part
I'll support you and advocate for your well-being
Oh, when darkness comes
When things are hard and overwhelming
And pain is all around
When there is suffering everywhere
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I'll be there for you, like a bridge over a difficult path
I will lay me down
I'll be there for you no matter what
Sail on, silver girl
Keep going, dear one
Sail on by
Keep moving forward
Your time has come to shine
It's your turn to radiate
All your dreams are on their way
Your aspirations will soon be realized
See how they shine
Your dreams will be bright and beautiful
Oh, if you need a friend
If you ever feel alone
I'm sailing right behind.
I'm here, right by your side.
Like a bridge over troubled water
Just like before...
I will ease your mind
...I will be there for you to help alleviate your worries
Like a bridge over troubled waters
I'm the beacon of hope
I will ease your mind
I'll be there to help you through dark times
Your mind
Your soul
I will ease your mind
...I'll always be here to give you the support and comfort you need.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Simon
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BIEN LEMUEL STA CRUZ
on I Need You
I don't need a lot of things
I can get by with nothing
With all the blessings life can bring
I've always needed something
But I've got all I want
When it comes to loving you
You're my only reason
You're my only truth
I need you like water
Like breath, like rain
I need you like mercy
From heaven's gate
There's a freedom in your arms
That carries me through
I need you (dada, dada, da), ooh
Ooh
You're the hope that moves me
To courage again, oh yeah
You're the love that rescues me
When the cold winds rage
And it's so amazing
'Cause that's just how you are
And I can't turn back now
'Cause you've brought me too far
I need you like water
Like breath, like rain
I need you like mercy
From Heaven's gate
There's a freedom in your arms
That carries me through
I need you
Ooh, yes I do, oh
I need you like water
Like breath, like rain
I need you like mercy
From Heaven's gate
There's a freedom in your arms
That carries me through
I need you (dada, dada, da)
Oh, yes I do (dada, dada, da)
I need you (dada, dada, da)
Oh, ooh-ooh (dada, dada, da)
Ooh-ooh (dada, dada, da)
I need you, oh (dada, dada, da)
(Dada, dada, da)
I need you (dada, dada, da)