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."
Commitment
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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Is a love that's forever
Someone who can capture my soul in a heartbeat
And stay for all time
What I'm prayin' for
Is a match made in heaven
Someone who will worship my body
And still put his heart on the line
Commitment
Someone who'll go the distance
I need somebody with staying power
Who'll make me go weak in the knees
Commitment
And everything that goes with it
I need honor and love in my life from somebody
Who's playin' for keeps
What I'm searching for
Is a man who'll stand by me
Who will walk through the fire
And be my flame in the night
I won't settle for
Less than what I deserve
A friend and a lover who'll love me
For the rest of my life
Commitment
Someone who'll go the distance
I need somebody with staying power
Who'll make me go weak in the knees
Commitment
And everything that goes with it
I need honor and love in my life from somebody
Who's playin' for keeps
Yeah I've had promises broken
Three words left unspoken
They just left me achin' for more
But I'll fight temptation
I won't be impatient
There's one thing that's worth waitin' for
Commitment
Someone who'll go the distance
I need somebody with staying power
Who'll make me go weak in the knees
Commitment
And everything that goes with it
I need honor and love in my life from somebody
Who's playin' for keeps
Commitment
Someone who'll go the distance
I need somebody with staying power
Who'll make me go weak in the knees
Commitment
And everything that goes with it
I need honor and love in my life from somebody
Who's playin' for keeps
Way
Commitment
The song 'Commitment' by LeAnn Rimes is a ballad about the singer's search for a love that is long-lasting, faithful and true. She sings about her desire for a partner who will stand by her, through good times and bad, and who will be committed to their relationship for life. The lyrics express the importance of trust, loyalty, and love as the key elements of any healthy and fulfilling relationship.
The singer is searching for a man who will not just be her lover but who will also be her friend, someone who truly knows her and accepts her as she is. She says that she won't settle for less than she deserves and that she needs someone who is playing for keeps. The repeated chorus of 'commitment' emphasizes her longing for a partner who will make a lifelong commitment to her.
The lyrics also acknowledge the singer's past experiences of broken promises and unspoken words, which left her feeling hurt and disappointed. However, she remains hopeful and resolute, declaring that she will fight temptation and wait for the one thing that is worth waiting for – true commitment.
Overall, 'Commitment' is a powerful and emotive song that speaks to the heart of what most people desire in a relationship – love, trust, and commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
What I'm lookin' for
Is a love that's forever
Someone who can capture my soul in a heartbeat
And stay for all time
The singer desires a love that lasts forever and captivates their soul in seconds; someone who commits to staying with them through time.
What I'm prayin' for
Is a match made in heaven
Someone who will worship my body
And still put his heart on the line
The singer hopes for a perfect romantic partner who adores their body as much as they do and still put forth effort in the relationship.
Commitment
Someone who'll go the distance
I need somebody with staying power
Who'll make me go weak in the knees
The singer seeks a committed lover who has the willpower to withstand any challenges and give them strong feelings of attraction.
Commitment
And everything that goes with it
I need honor and love in my life from somebody
Who's playin' for keeps
The artist wants a partner who honors and loves them unconditionally and is genuinely invested in a long-term relationship.
What I'm searching for
Is a man who'll stand by me
Who will walk through the fire
And be my flame in the night
The artist seeks a strong and supportive partner who is reliable and always there for them, even in tough times.
I won't settle for
Less than what I deserve
A friend and a lover who'll love me
For the rest of my life
The singer has high standards and will not settle for anything less than a partner who will be both a friend and a lover, committed to them for the rest of their life.
Yeah I've had promises broken
Three words left unspoken
They just left me achin' for more
But I'll fight temptation
I won't be impatient
There's one thing that's worth waitin' for
The singer has been let down before, but they won't give up on finding a committed partner. They will resist temptation and be patient, knowing that true commitment is worth waiting for.
Way
Commitment
This final line is a repetition of the chorus and emphasizes the importance of finding a partner committed to them in every way.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BOBBY WOOD, TONY COLTON, TONY MARTY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris Lee Carey
She's amazing it's sad how the country industry dismisses her because of her personal life and pop crossover singles!!! She's pure talent and she deserves to be recognized for her amazing legacy!!!
Z K
Truth is what she did isn’t all that uncommon but hey let’s vilify her for it. Oh wait didn’t Garth do the same?!
Jon Pierson
@Z K didn't Jason Aldean so same thing also?
Esther Rodriguez
@Jon Pierson yup so did Garth, like I said in my comment “Double Standards “
Esther Rodriguez
@Z K totally agree
Horsey Horselips 🐎 II
I’ll love her for the rest of eternity no matter what 🤍💞💝💘❣️
Andy Smith
LEAnn is and always will be a wonderful
Passionate careing,thoughtful
Kindhearted woman.
It’s wonderful knowing things
Are going wonderful for her.
David T
I just realised it was 22 year's ago this came out and I love it. The great thing 22 year's later we are internet friends. Oh how Time's have changed. Love her voice, and kind heart.
111
So it's older than I am, well I swear that more than 50% of the stuff I listen to is. Not sure if I'm the only one here, hope not.
Caroline Godden
@Horsey Horselips 🐎 Why can't you share amongst your buddies here? Oh go On mate..
Caroline x
Where are you getting 👰