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."
Please Remember
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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And you're left with yesterday
Left with the memories
I, I'll always think of you and smile
And be happy for the time I had you with me
Though we go our separate ways
I won't forget so don't forget
The memories we made
Please remember
Please remember
When I was there for you
And you were there for me
Please remember
Our time together
When time was yours and mine
And we were wild and free
Please remember please remember me
Good-bye, there's just no sadder word to say
And it's sad to walk away
With just the memories
Who's to know what might have been
We leave behind a life and time
We'll never know again
Please remember
Please remember
When I was there for you
And you were there for me
And remember please remember me
Please remember
Please remember
When I was there for you
And you were there for me
Please remember
Our time together
When time was yours and mine
And we were wild and free
Then remember please remember me
And how we laughed
And how we smiled
And how this world was yours and mine
And how no dream was out of reach
I stood by you, you stood by me
We took each day and made it shine
We wrote our names across the sky
We ran so fast we ran so free
And I had you and you had me
Please remember
The lyrics to LeAnn Rimes's song Please Remember are a poignant sentimentality to the memories of a past relationship that has come to an end. The song begins by reminding the listener that sometimes time slips away, and we are left with only yesterday and memories. The singer then reminisces about the time they spent with their significant other, smiling and enjoying each other's company, even when they went their separate ways. The chorus is a plea to remember the good times they shared, the moments when they were each other's support system, and life was theirs and theirs alone to enjoy.
The second verse acknowledges that goodbyes are difficult, and it's sad to walk away with just the memories of what could have been. It's a reminder that we leave behind a life and time that we'll never know again. The chorus repeats, urging the listener to remember the joy and freedom they had in each other's company, how they laughed and smiled, and no dream was out of reach. The bridge highlights how they stood by each other, took each day and embraced it, and wrote their names across the sky.
The song conveys a message of appreciation for a love that has passed, but the memories of their time together will always be cherished. The lyrics are touching and evocative, reminding us of the importance of holding onto the memories that mean the most to us.
Line by Line Meaning
Time, sometimes the time just slips away
Time passes by quickly without us realizing it
And you're left with yesterday
We can't change what has already happened
Left with the memories
Memories are all that we have left of the past
I, I'll always think of you and smile
Thinking of the person brings happiness and positive feelings
And be happy for the time I had you with me
Grateful for the time spent together
Though we go our separate ways
Even though we are no longer in each other's lives
I won't forget so don't forget
It's important to remember each other and the memories shared
The memories we made
The memories created together are cherished and meaningful
Please remember
Request to not forget
Please remember
A reminder to not forget
When I was there for you
A time when I offered support and care for you
And you were there for me
A time when you offered support and care for me
Please remember
A plea to remember
Our time together
The time spent together, as in a romantic relationship
When time was yours and mine
When we shared our time and experiences with each other
And we were wild and free
A time in which we felt uninhibited and unrestrained
Good-bye, there's just no sadder word to say
Saying goodbye is difficult and can be heartbreaking
And it's sad to walk away
It's hard to leave something behind, especially when it's meaningful
With just the memories
All we have left are the memories, which can be bittersweet
Who's to know what might have been
We can never know what could have happened if things were different
We leave behind a life and time
Leaving something behind means moving on and starting over
We'll never know again
We can never go back and experience that exact same thing again
And how we laughed
Reflecting on happy memories of laughter
And how we smiled
Reflecting on happy memories of smiling and happiness
And how this world was yours and mine
At one point, we shared everything together
And how no dream was out of reach
Together, everything seemed possible and attainable
I stood by you, you stood by me
We were there for each other through thick and thin
We took each day and made it shine
We lived life to the fullest every day
We wrote our names across the sky
Made a lasting mark on the world together
We ran so fast we ran so free
Another moment of feeling uninhibited and unrestrained together
And I had you and you had me
We had each other's love and support
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Realsongs
Written by: DIANE WARREN
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@conrailman
I played this song at my wife's funeral and I still cannot hear this song without breaking down and crying. It just reminds me so much of the life we had together, especially the next to last line that says I had you and you had me. It'll be 2 years this August 8th(posted in 2020) and not a day goes by that I don't miss her!
@marimadrigal4238
So sorry for ur loss. I can't even imagine the pain ur feeling. I wish my husband loved me the way u love ur wife. The world needs more men like u. Sending hugs from texas
@brendasnyder1092
Be glad you have experienced a love like that. I have never had a man love me like you loved your wife! One of the greatest blessings in life!!
@diannehughes1717
My heart aches for you for I know what it means to have loved and lost--please remember your memories and hold on
@CMahaney6
♥️♥️
@chriscalloway04
Tim Mcgraw has a similar song called "please remember me" I try not to play it because I know what my reaction will be but I still play it.Mom died 8-24-21 at 91 years old.her birthday is tomorrow February 25th.Miss my mom
@myleelake4943
This song is impossible to not cry to
@vincentgonzaga8043
Na Sana Hindi nya malaman na mahal ko sya😊
To Charles, from the very beginning, I know that Hindi tayo pwede dahil pamangkin ko mahal mo... At OK lang Yun atleast kayo, , pero nung panahong nagkahiwalay kayo, and it tore me apart inside... I love you, from a distance 😭😭😭
@jesmariemolina2070
I completely forgotten how good a vocalist Leann is haven't heard this song in years. It's a lovely an timeless song.😍
@cherylbecker763
My husband and I just lost our son last month, i came across this song by LeAnn Rimes, she sang this song soo beautifully, R.I.P. Mikey gone but will never ever be forgotten, till we see each other again son. Miss u terribly.