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."
Hard Candy Christmas
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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Maybe I'll move somewhere
Maybe I'll get a car
Maybe I'll drive so far
They'll all lose track
Me, I'll bounce right back
Maybe I'll sleep real late
Maybe I'll lose some weight
Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine
Me, I'll be just
Fine and Dandy
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew
Maybe I'll just lie low
Maybe I'll hit the bars
Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn
Me, I will go on
Maybe I'll settle down
Maybe I'll just leave town
Maybe I'll have some fun
Maybe I'll meet someone
And make him mine
Me, I'll be just
Fine and dandy
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
'Cause I'll be fine
(I'll be fine)
Oh, I'll be fine
The lyrics of LeAnn Rimes's song "Hard Candy Christmas" tell the story of a person who is going through a difficult time but is determined to bounce back. The opening lines express the desire to make changes, such as dyeing hair, moving to another place, or buying a car. The character wants to disappear and break away from everything that has caused pain and suffering. However, they acknowledge that it may not be that simple to escape the pain.
In the chorus, the line "Lord it's like a hard candy Christmas" conveys the idea of a Christmas where everything is hard and bittersweet, like hard candies that give a temporary sweetness and then dissolve into something hard and tasteless. The character is struggling through tomorrow, but they will not let sorrow bring them down. They want to remain strong and resilient, despite the hardships.
Later in the song, the character explores other options for coping. They think about learning to sew or maybe just lying low. They talk about drinking apple wine or hitting the bars, all while wishing to escape the pain. The character longs for a relationship, expressing hopes of meeting someone and making them theirs. The song concludes with a note of determination; the character will be fine, will bounce back, and will ultimately be happy.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, maybe I'll dye my hair
I might try to change my appearance in the hopes of feeling better about myself.
Maybe I'll move somewhere
Perhaps a change of scenery will help me move on from my troubles.
Maybe I'll get a car
If I have transportation, I can go wherever I want and find new experiences.
Maybe I'll drive so far
Venturing out into the unknown could be exciting and help me forget my worries.
They'll all lose track
Finding my own path and making my own choices could separate me from those who previously defined me.
Me, I'll bounce right back
I have resilience and determination to rise above my difficulties and come out stronger.
Maybe I'll sleep real late
I may need rest and recovery time to improve my mental state and feel better about myself.
Maybe I'll lose some weight
Focusing on my health and fitness might make me feel more confident and in control of my life.
Maybe I'll clear my junk
Getting rid of the clutter in my life could bring clarity and a sense of order.
Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine
I might indulge in a little bit of harmless fun to lift my spirits and forget my troubles.
Me, I'll be just
Fine and Dandy
In the end, I will be alright and content with the decisions I have made for myself.
Lord it's like a hard candy christmas
The holiday season can be tough, and sometimes life can feel like chewing on a hard candy - tough, but eventually you get through it.
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
Each day is a struggle, and it takes all of my strength to make it through.
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
Despite the difficulties, I will not let my sadness and troubles consume me - I will keep moving forward.
Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew
Trying new things and learning a new skill could boost my confidence and make me feel accomplished.
Maybe I'll just lie low
Sometimes it's best to take a step back and focus on taking care of myself, instead of always trying to be productive.
Maybe I'll hit the bars
Going out and socializing with new people might give me an opportunity to live in the moment and forget my troubles.
Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn
Taking the time to appreciate the beauty around me and finding wonder in small things could shift my perspective and improve my mood.
Me, I will go on
Even when things are tough, I will keep pushing forward and not give up.
Maybe I'll settle down
Perhaps finding stability and routine in my life could give me a sense of security and contentment.
Maybe I'll just leave town
A complete change of scenery and starting over somewhere new might be the fresh start I need.
Maybe I'll have some fun
Making time for enjoyment and pleasure could be a necessary break from my everyday struggles.
Maybe I'll meet someone
Finding a meaningful social connection could bring me happiness and a sense of belonging.
And make him mine
If I find love, I will hold onto it tightly and cherish the connection with that person.
I'll be fine and dandy
Despite the hardships and uncertainty of life, I will find a way to be content and happy in my own skin.
Cause I'll be fine
(I'll be fine)
Oh, I'll be fine
I will persevere and come out on the other side, stronger and more capable than before.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carol Grisham Hall
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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)