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."
Leaving's Not Leaving
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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when it's time to, time to move on
You'll still be there in everything that I do
And wherever I go
I'll remember you
Leaving's not leaving
'Cause I'm not, leaving you behind
Part of my heart for all time
Where I'm going , you're going
Even if it's just in my mind
Leaving's not leaving
I'm not leaving you behind
Moments shared there with you
They're the best times that I ever knew
They'll still be there when goodbyes are all though
I'll remember those days
I'll remember you
Leaving's not leaving
'cause I'm not, leaving you behind
You'll always be with me, always be with me
Part of my heart for all time
Where I'm going , you're going
Even if it's just in my mind
Leaving's not leaving
I'm not leaving you behind
I'll hold on the memories
'cause in my heart you'll be here with me
There's no reason to cry
Goodbye isn't really goodbye
Leaving's not leaving
'cause I'm not, leaving you behind
You'll always be with me, always be with me
Part of my heart for all time
Where I'm going , you're going
Even if it's just in my mind
Leaving's not leaving
I'm not leaving you behind
Leaving's not leaving
Not leaving you behind
I'm not leaving you
I'm not leaving you behind
Leaving's not leaving
I'm not leaving you
I'm not leaving you behind
The song "Leaving's Not Leaving" by LeAnn Rimes is a sentimental ballad about separation and moving on, but still holding onto the memories and love that were shared. The lyrics suggest that although a time may come when it's necessary to part ways, the memories and emotions will remain intact. The chorus emphasizes the idea that leaving doesn't mean completely letting go, as the person and the memories will always be a part of the heart and mind. The lines "I'll hold on the memories / 'cause in my heart you'll be here with me" reinforces the theme of the song that love and memories don't simply vanish, and the emotion we feel for someone can continue even if we have physically moved on.
The verse talks about how the memories with the person will always be unforgettable, and the moments that were shared with them were the best times the singer ever had. The sentiment suggests that although the time together may be over, the positive experiences they shared will always be in the singer's mind, serving as a reminder of the depth of the relationship. The chorus repeats throughout the song, reinforcing the message that leaving doesn't mean forgetting, and the person will continue to be a part of the singer's life, no matter where they go.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes a time comes along
when it's time to, time to move on
There are times when we must accept that it is time to move forward
You'll still be there in everything that I do
And wherever I go
I'll remember you
Even though I am moving on, I will always remember and keep you close in my heart
Leaving's not leaving
'Cause I'm not, leaving you behind
You'll always be with me, always be with me
Part of my heart for all time
Where I'm going , you're going
Even if it's just in my mind
Leaving's not leaving
I'm not leaving you behind
Just because I am physically leaving doesn't mean you won't be with me in my heart and mind. You will always be a part of me wherever I go.
Moments shared there with you
They're the best times that I ever knew
They'll still be there when goodbyes are all though
I'll remember those days
I'll remember you
The memories that we shared together will always be with me, and I will cherish them forever.
I'll hold on the memories
'cause in my heart you'll be here with me
There's no reason to cry
Goodbye isn't really goodbye
Even though we are saying goodbye, I will hold onto the memories we made and keep you close to my heart. We may be physically apart, but we will always remain connected.
Leaving's not leaving
Not leaving you behind
I'm not leaving you
I'm not leaving you behind
I want you to know that even though I may be leaving, I am not leaving you behind. You will always be a part of me and I will cherish our memories forever.
Lyrics © FOX MUSIC, INC., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Realsongs
Written by: DIANE WARREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bruno Cavalcante
Amo essa música
CountryBoy Williams
Great song
LilLaydeeSeduction
NO Problems Rquests are welcome xx
steamyboy69
is this from the Anywhere but here soundtrack (: ?
Gwendolyn Brown
Yes.
James Kilner
i am kilner61 sister and this song means a lot to me aswell because we had to sing it at my end of primary school song and i missnall my friend very much because they have gone to adifferent school luv u at st joeys miss u ..xx
J. Ry
where’s st joeys. How are you doing now
Terri Wallock
missing someone
LilLaydeeSeduction
@steamyboy69 Yes it is :)
Pedro Serrano
I hate that movie of the capricious girl and the crazy mom.