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."

Must Be Santa
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics

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Who's got a beard that's long and white
Santa's got a beard that's long and white
Who comes around on a special night
Santa comes around on a special night
Special night, beard that's white
Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Who wears boots and a suit of red
Santa wears boots and a suit of red
Who wears a long cap on his head
Santa wears a long cap on his head
Cap on head, suit that's red
Special night, beard that's white
Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Who's got a big red cherry nose
Santa's got a big red cherry nose
Who laughs this way ho ho ho
Santa laughs this way ho ho ho
Ho ho ho, cherry nose
Cap on head, suit that's red
Special night, beard that's white
Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Who very soon will come our way
Santa very soon will come our way
Eight little reindeer pull his sleigh
Santa's little reindeer pull his sleigh
Reindeer sleigh, come out way
Ho ho ho, cherry nose
Cap on head, suit that's red
Special night, beard that's white
Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Dasher, dancer, prancer, vixen
Comet, cupid, donner and blitzen
Dasher, dancer, prancer, vixen
Comet, cupid, donner and blitzen
Reindeer sleigh, come out way
Ho ho ho, cherry nose
Cap on head, suit that's red
Special night, beard that's white
Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Must be Santa, must be Santa
Must be Santa, Santa Claus

Overall Meaning

The song "Must Be Santa" by LeAnn Rimes is a festive and cheerful celebration of Santa Claus and all the iconic elements associated with him. The lyrics pay homage to Santa's distinct physical appearance and characteristics that make him easily recognizable during the Christmas season.

The opening lines, "Who's got a beard that's long and white / Santa's got a beard that's long and white," establish Santa's signature physical feature. The repetition of the phrase "must be Santa, Santa Claus" emphasizes that the presence of a white beard is essential to identifying him.

The second verse describes Santa's attire, with the lyrics "Who wears boots and a suit of red / Santa wears boots and a suit of red." The mention of his red suit and boots further reinforces his distinctive appearance. The repetition of "cap on head, suit that's red" creates a rhythmic pattern and emphasizes Santa's iconic wardrobe.

The third verse highlights Santa's jovial personality, with the lyrics "Who's got a big red cherry nose / Santa's got a big red cherry nose / Who laughs this way ho ho ho." The mention of his laughter and cherry nose adds to the imagery of Santa's joy and merriment.

The final verse brings attention to Santa's mode of transportation: "Eight little reindeer pull his sleigh / Santa's little reindeer pull his sleigh." This verse refers to Santa's reindeer, further cementing his association with Christmas and the tradition of gift-giving.

The mention of the reindeer's names, "Dasher, dancer, prancer, vixen / Comet, cupid, donner, and blitzen," adds a playful and memorable element to the song. It allows listeners to recite and remember the names of Santa's faithful companions.

Line by Line Meaning

Who's got a beard that's long and white
Someone with a long white beard

Who comes around on a special night
Someone who visits on a particular night

Special night, beard that's white
The night is special and the person has a white beard

Must be Santa, must be Santa
It must be Santa Claus

Who wears boots and a suit of red
Someone who wears red boots and a suit

Who wears a long cap on his head
Someone who wears a long cap on their head

Cap on head, suit that's red
The person wears a cap on their head and a red suit

Who's got a big red cherry nose
Someone with a big red nose like a cherry

Who laughs this way ho ho ho
Someone who laughs saying 'ho ho ho'

Ho ho ho, cherry nose
The person laughs with a cherry-red nose

Who very soon will come our way
Someone who will come to us very soon