Margaret LeAnn Rimes (born August 28, 1982, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a p… Read Full Bio ↴Margaret LeAnn Rimes (born August 28, 1982, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a popular American country and pop music singer.

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."

LeAnn Rimes Lyrics

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Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Rock
Jingle Bell swing and Jingle Bell ring
Snowing and blowing up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun

Here comes Santa Claus Here comes Santa Claus
Right down Santa Claus lane
Vixen and Dixon and all his reindeer

Pulling in the rein
Bells are ringing children singing
All is merry and bright
Hang your stockings and say your prayers
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight

I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus
Underneath the mistletoe last night
She didn't see me creep
Down the stairs to have a peep
She thought that I was tucked up
In my bedroom, fast asleep
Then I saw mommy tickle Santa Claus
Underneath his beard so snowy white
Oh, what a laugh it would have been
If Daddy had only seen
Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night

Last Christmas I gave you my heart
And the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
And the very next day you gave it away

This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)

Overall Meaning

"Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Rock" is a playful and festive opening line, indicating that the song is about the excitement and joy of the holiday season. The repetition of "Jingle Bells" creates a sense of rhythm and anticipation.

The lyrics then mention snowing and blowing up bushels of fun, emphasizing the joy and excitement that comes with the holiday season. It creates imagery of snowfall and the fun activities that can be done in the snow, like building snowmen or having snowball fights. The line "Now the jingle hop has begun" refers to the lively and energetic dancing that people engage in during this festive time.

"Here comes Santa Claus Here comes Santa Claus, right down Santa Claus lane" is an introduction to the arrival of Santa Claus, emphasizing the anticipation and excitement that children have for his arrival. The mention of Vixen and Dixon, Santa's reindeer, pulling in the reign, adds to the imagery of Santa's iconic sleigh ride.

The lyrics then describe the atmosphere of the holiday season, with bells ringing and children singing, creating a merry and bright ambiance. The line "Hang your stockings and say your prayers 'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight" emphasizes the tradition of hanging stockings and the excitement of receiving gifts from Santa Claus.

"I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus" tells a playful and innocent story of a child who witnesses their mother kissing someone dressed as Santa Claus. The lyrics highlight the humor in the situation, as the child secretly watches their mother's actions. The line "She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom, fast asleep" adds to the sense of mischief and the child's secret observation.

The lyrics then mention Mommy tickling Santa Claus underneath his snowy white beard, adding to the lightheartedness of the situation. The line "Oh, what a laugh it would have been If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night" implies that the father was not aware of the playful interaction, creating a humorous twist.

The final part of the lyrics refers to the popular song "Last Christmas" by Wham!, alluding to a previous romantic relationship. It hints at heartbreak and the singer giving their heart to someone who ended up breaking it. However, this year, the singer vows to give their heart to someone special, indicating a hopeful and optimistic outlook for the future.

Overall, these lyrics capture the joy, excitement, and playful spirit of the holiday season, while also touching on themes of love, laughter, and hope.

Line by Line Meaning

Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Rock
The joyful sound of jingle bells fills the air, creating a festive atmosphere

Jingle Bell swing and Jingle Bell ring
The jingle bells are swaying and ringing, adding joy and rhythm to the holiday season

Snowing and blowing up bushels of fun
The snow is falling and being blown around, creating piles of fun and excitement

Now the jingle hop has begun
The lively and energetic dance called the jingle hop has started, adding to the celebratory mood

Here comes Santa Claus Here comes Santa Claus
The beloved figure of Santa Claus is approaching, bringing joy and gifts to everyone

Right down Santa Claus lane
Santa Claus is traveling down his designated path, spreading happiness and cheer

Vixen and Dixon and all his reindeer
Santa's reindeer, including Vixen and Dixon, are pulling his sleigh, guiding him on his journey

Pulling in the rein
The reindeer are pulling the sleigh with their strength, ensuring Santa's smooth arrival

Bells are ringing children singing
The sound of bells ringing accompanies the joyful voices of children singing, creating a festive ambiance

All is merry and bright
Everything is filled with happiness and joy, radiating a sense of warmth and light

Hang your stockings and say your prayers
Traditionally, stockings are hung by the fireplace and prayers are said, as people eagerly await Santa's visit

'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
The anticipation builds as Santa Claus is expected to arrive tonight, bringing gifts and spreading cheer

I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus
The singer witnessed their mother sharing a kiss with someone dressed as Santa Claus

Underneath the mistletoe last night
The kiss took place beneath the traditional holiday decoration, the mistletoe, the previous night

She didn't see me creep
The singer managed to go unnoticed by their mother as they silently observed the scene

Down the stairs to have a peep
The artist went downstairs quietly to get a glimpse of what was happening

She thought that I was tucked up
The mother believed that the artist was already snugly tucked in bed

In my bedroom, fast asleep
She assumed that the singer was fast asleep in their bedroom

Then I saw mommy tickle Santa Claus
After witnessing the kiss, the singer saw their mother playfully tickle the person dressed as Santa Claus

Underneath his beard so snowy white
The tickling took place under the snowy white beard that Santa Claus wore

Oh, what a laugh it would have been
The artist imagines the amusement and joy it would have brought if their father had witnessed the playful interaction

If Daddy had only seen
The artist wishes that their father had been present to witness the lighthearted moment

Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night
Recapping the earlier event, the singer reiterates their mother's affectionate gesture towards the person dressed as Santa Claus

Last Christmas I gave you my heart
During the previous Christmas, the artist gave their heart, love, and affection to someone

And the very next day you gave it away
However, just the day after, the recipient of the singer's heart gave it away, ending their relationship

This year to save me from tears
To avoid experiencing sadness and sorrow again, the singer seeks a different approach this year

I'll give it to someone special (special)
The singer plans to give their heart to someone unique and significant, hoping for a better outcome

Last Christmas I gave you my heart
Repeating their previous statement, the artist emphasizes their generous act of giving their heart

And the very next day you gave it away
Similarly to before, the recipient quickly discarded the artist's heart

This year to save me from tears
To protect themselves from emotional pain, the singer is determined to take a different path this year

I'll give it to someone special (special)
They intend to offer their heart to someone who is truly deserving and extraordinary

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Gene Autry, George Michael, Jim Boothe, Joe Beal, Oakley Haldeman, Tommie Connor

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