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."
Crazy Women
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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Could start a fire with a single cigarette
She wasn’t drunk, she wasn’t stoned
Just sick and tired of wonderin’ when he was coming home
So she drove around
She found his car
They heard a boom from in the bar
He called the cops
They hauled her off in high heels and handcuffs
Crazy women, ex-wives and old girlfriends
Keep their crazy hidden till they’re pushed off the deep end
Oh yeah, God forgive them, they weren’t born like this
Oh no, crazy women are made by crazy men
He told his friends she was depressed
Borderline bi-polar, bitch with PMS
Well he cheats and lies and then plays the victim
He don’t know why they always seem to pick him
Crazy women, ex-wives and old girlfriends
Keep their crazy hidden till they’re pushed off the deep end
Oh yeah, God forgive them, they weren’t born like this
Oh no, crazy women are made by crazy men
Some take a pistol, some take an axe
Boy if you feel the fire, you damn well bet she’s got a match
Might be the teacher just down the street
The hairdresser or the housewife or the waitress that’s so sweet
No you won’t see it when you meet ‘em
So be careful how you treat ‘em
She might look just like me
Crazy women, ex-wives and old girlfriends
Keep their crazy hidden till they’re pushed off the deep end
Oh yeah, God forgive them, they weren’t born like this
God knows, crazy women are made by crazy crazy crazy
Crazy women are made by crazy men
The first verse of LeAnn Rimes's song "Crazy Women" tells the story of a woman who has reached her breaking point with her partner's constant absence. She is not under the influence of drugs or alcohol but is just frustrated and tired of waiting for him. She decides to take matters into her own hands and goes out looking for him. She eventually finds him at a bar and in a fit of rage sets his car on fire. The chorus then jumps in, warning the listeners about the dangers of crazy women and how they can be triggered by the actions of their partners. The second verse continues with a story about a man who labels his ex-partner as crazy, but in reality, he is the one who cheats and lies. The song ends with a warning that it could be anyone - the woman next door or even the person singing the song.
The lyrics in "Crazy Women" tell a story that many people can relate to - being pushed to the brink by someone they love. LeAnn Rimes effectively uses her voice to convey the emotions of the song, particularly in the chorus where she belts out the words "Crazy women!" There's a sense of empowerment and rebellion that comes through in these lyrics - the women in the song aren't content to be labeled as crazy and instead take control of their lives. Moreover, the song sheds light on the double standard that exists when it comes to labeling women as "crazy." In most cases, it is a result of the actions of the men in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Who’d-a guessed that Aquanette
Could start a fire with a single cigarette
It's surprising how a seemingly ordinary thing (like Aquanette hairspray and a single cigarette) can lead to destructive consequences (starting a fire).
She wasn’t drunk, she wasn’t stoned
Just sick and tired of wonderin’ when he was coming home
So she drove around
She found his car
They heard a boom from in the bar
He called the cops
She called his bluff
They hauled her off in high heels and handcuffs
The woman in question here was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but merely frustrated and tired of waiting for her partner. She took it upon herself to find him, and once she did, a confrontation ensued. Although she was the one that got arrested, it was because her partner called the authorities, making her actions seem justified.
He told his friends she was depressed
Borderline bi-polar, bitch with PMS
Well he cheats and lies and then plays the victim
He don’t know why they always seem to pick him
The man in question is a manipulative liar who plays the victim whenever his partner gets upset about his infidelity. He also badmouths her to his friends, using misogynistic language to put her down and garner sympathy for himself.
Some take a pistol, some take an axe
Boy if you feel the fire, you damn well bet she’s got a match
Might be the teacher just down the street
The hairdresser or the housewife or the waitress that’s so sweet
No you won’t see it when you meet ‘em
So be careful how you treat ‘em
She might look just like me
Violence is not limited to a specific gender or profession, and just because someone looks or acts a certain way, it does not mean they are incapable of harmful actions. It's important to treat everyone with respect and kindness, as one's actions can have serious consequences on someone else's mental wellbeing.
Crazy women, ex-wives and old girlfriends
Keep their crazy hidden till they’re pushed off the deep end
Oh yeah, God forgive them, they weren’t born like this
Oh no, crazy women are made by crazy men
The label of 'crazy' is often used to marginalize women and silence their experiences. Many women reach a breaking point after being pushed to their limits by men who treat them poorly. Women should not be blamed for their actions or emotions, but rather, the toxic behavior of men who contributed in making them feel erratic or out of control.
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., ME GUSTA MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRANDY LYNN CLARK, SHANE MCANALLY, JESSIE JO DILLON
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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)