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."
Santa Baby
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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Santa baby, slip a sable under the tree for me
I've been an awful good girl
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, a fifty-four convertible too light blue
I'll wait up for you, dear
Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year I could be just as good
If you'd check off my Christmas list
Santa baby, I wanna yacht and really that's not a lot
I've been an angel all year
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa honey, one little things I really do need
The deed
To a platinum mine
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa cutie, so fill my stocking with a duplex
And checks
Sign your X on the line
Santa cutie, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing
A ring
I don't mean on the phone
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry tonight
The song "Santa Baby" by LeAnn Rimes is a tongue-in-cheek holiday tune that speaks to the materialistic desires of Christmas. In the first verse, Rimes asks Santa to "slip a sable under the tree" and in the second verse, she requests a "fifty-four convertible too light blue". She also mentions that she has been an "awful good girl" this year, which is a nod to the traditional idea that only good children are rewarded with gifts from Santa. The song then moves onto Rimes asking for a yacht and the deed to a platinum mine - all while asserting that she has been an "angel all year".
The final verse of the song mentions another desire of Rimes - a ring. However, she clarifies that she doesn't mean a phone ring. This could be interpreted as a play on words, as a phone ring could also refer to a proposal. The song ultimately ends with Rimes urging Santa to "hurry down the chimney tonight", as she eagerly awaits the arrival of her gifts.
In summary, "Santa Baby" is a playful holiday song that emphasizes the materialistic desires of Christmas. It is a lighthearted reminder to enjoy the fun of the season while not taking ourselves too seriously.
Line by Line Meaning
Santa baby, slip a sable under the tree for me
Hey Santa, I've been good, so if it's not too much trouble, would you bring me a fancy sable fur for Christmas?
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Please come quickly so I can get my presents and celebrate Christmas!
Santa baby, a fifty-four convertible too light blue
I know, I'm asking for a lot, but wouldn't it be cool to drive around in a light blue convertible?
I'll wait up for you, dear
I promise I won't go to bed until you arrive with my gifts!
Think of all the fun I've missed
I realize that maybe I haven't lived life to the fullest and missed out on some experiences.
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
And I'm feeling a little lonely, so maybe if I had someone special in my life, that would be nice too.
Next year I could be just as good
But I promise to behave better in the future if you bring me what I'm asking for this Christmas.
If you'd check off my Christmas list
So please don't forget what I've asked for, Santa. I wrote it down for you and everything.
Santa baby, I wanna yacht and really that's not a lot
Look, I know it sounds extravagant, but in the grand scheme of things, a yacht really isn't that much to ask for, right?
I've been an angel all year
And to be fair, I've been really good this year. I deserve something special!
Santa honey, one little thing I really do need, the deed, to a platinum mine
Okay, maybe a yacht is a bit much. How about just the deed to a platinum mine? That's not too extravagant, right?
Santa cutie, so fill my stocking with a duplex, and checks, sign your X on the line
And while we're at it, would it be too much trouble to also fill my stocking with a nice duplex and some checks? And maybe you could even sign them for me? That'd be great.
Come and trim my Christmas tree, with some decorations bought at Tiffany
By the way, would you also mind stopping by Tiffany's and picking up some fancy decorations for my Christmas tree?
I really do believe in you, let's see if you believe in me
I have faith that you'll come through for me this Christmas. Don't let me down, Santa!
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing, a ring
Oh, and by the way, it just occurred to me that a ring would be a nice addition to my list. Thanks!
I don't mean on the phone
Just to clarify, I don't want a phone call. I want an actual ring...
Hurry down the chimney tonight
So hurry up and come to my house tonight, Santa! I can't wait to see what you bring me.
Contributed by Eva A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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)