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."
Wasted Heart
LeAnn Rimes Lyrics
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That I try to stay up on
Even when things, they go wrong
You stay there with me
You don't stay for what I do
The sleepless nights I drug you through
When I say things I don't mean to
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
But you shined a light where it was dark
On my wasted heart
When I flew, you pulled me down
When I crashed you were the ground
When my bones scattered all around
You stayed with me
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
But you shined a light where it was dark
On my wasted heart
My wasted heart needed healing
And you saved it for me
I've got a new start, rest your eyes in time
These days will say what I never could
You stayed with me
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
You shined a light where it was dark, ooh
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
You shined a light where it was dark
On my wasted heart
The lyrics of LeAnn Rimes's song Wasted Heart portray a sense of appreciation and gratitude towards someone who has been there for her through thick and thin. The song is a tribute to a person who is a constant source of support for her and stands by her even when things go wrong. The flower and the road become metaphors for the person who sticks with her, helps her stay on track, and provides a path to follow. The song emphasizes the importance of having someone in life who accepts us as we are, despite our flaws and imperfections.
The lyrics also portray a sense of self-awareness and regret. The singer acknowledges that she has put her supporter through sleepless nights and said things she didn't mean to. She recognizes that the person should have left a long time ago but has stayed with her and shone a light where it was dark. The line "you uncovered this outlaw soul" implies that the supporter has helped the singer transform her life and find a new direction, bringing light to a previously dark place. The "wasted heart" refers to the singer's broken heart that has been mended and saved by the person who remained by her side.
In summary, the song Wasted Heart is a powerful depiction of the importance of having someone in one's life who offers unconditional support and love, even in times of turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
You're my flower, you're my road
That I try to stay up on
Even when things, they go wrong
You stay there with me
You are my constant companion and guide, who I rely on to help me navigate through life's obstacles. Even when everything seems to be falling apart, you never leave my side.
You don't stay for what I do
The sleepless nights I drug you through
When I say things I don't mean to
Yea, you stay there with me
You don't judge me for my mistakes or how I act when things get tough. You have been through many difficult nights with me, even when I have said hurtful things to you. Yet, you still stick around and support me through everything.
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
But you shined a light where it was dark
On my wasted heart
You have seen the worst of me and all of my flaws, but instead of running away, you chose to stay and help me fix what was broken within me. You have been my beacon of hope and light, even when I felt lost and alone.
When I flew, you pulled me down
When I crashed you were the ground
When my bones scattered all around
You stayed with me
When I was blinded by my own ego, you were there to remind me of reality. When I hit rock bottom, you were the one who caught me and held me up. When I was broken, you were the glue that held me together.
My wasted heart needed healing
And you saved it for me
I've got a new start, rest your eyes in time
These days will say what I never could
My heart was shattered and lost, but you were the one who helped me piece it back together. Now, I have a fresh start thanks to you. Take a moment to rest and look back on everything we've been through together. The future will speak for itself, and show the world just how much you mean to me.
You uncovered this outlaw soul
You should've gone, baby, long ago
You shined a light where it was dark, ooh
You have been there for me through thick and thin, through all the challenges I've faced. You've been my rock, shining a light where the darkness had once consumed me. And for that, I am eternally grateful to you.
Contributed by Muhammad D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Wasted days and wasted nights,
I have left for you behind
for you don't belong to me,
you belong to someone else.
Why should I keep loving you,
when I know that you're not true?
And why should I call your name,
when you're to blame
for making me blue?
Don't you remember the days
that you went away and left me,
I was so lonely,
I prayed for only you, my love.
Why should I keep loving you,
when I know that you're not true?
And why should I call your name,
when you're to blame
for making me blue?
Don't you remember the days
that you went away and left me,
I was so lonely,
I prayed for only you, my love.
Why should I keep loving you,
when I know that you're not true?
And why should I call your name,
when you're to blame
for making me blue?
Songwriters: Huey P. Meaux
Wasted Days & Wasted Nights lyrics © Emi Unart Catalog Inc., Emi Music Publishing France, EMI UNART CATALOG INC
Elizabeth Norma Lozoya
excelente melodía,
Días y noches desperdiciados
Días y noches desperdiciados,
he dejado atrás por ti,
pero tú no me perteneces,
tu corazón pertenece a otro.
¿Por qué debería seguir amándote
cuando sé que no eres fiel?
¿Y por qué debería decir tu nombre
cuando tienes la culpa
de entristecerme?
¿No recuerdas los días
en los que te ibas y me dejabas?
Estaba tan solo,
rezando solamente por ti,
amor mío.
¿Por qué debería seguir amándote
cuando sé que no eres fiel?
¿Y por qué debería decir tu nombre
cuando tienes la culpa
de entristecerme?
¿No recuerdas los días
en los que te ibas y me dejabas?
Estaba tan solo,
rezando solamente por ti,
amor mío.
Jerry Salmon
I don't understand why she isn't the biggest thing in country music. She has one of the best natural voices I've ever heard.
wjh jr
I'm with you. I'm old as dirt and listen mostly to 60s Rock n' Roll but I love her voice. Especially the Hank Williams and Freddie Fender stuff.
Sheila Greasley-Rush
mcworld999 I DID NOT KNOW THAT - BUT HER VOICE IS SO LOVELY - I AGREE SHE SHOULD BE A HOUSEOLD NAME
Sheila Greasley-Rush
I think the reason is because she can sing but she does not sing songs that is hers
wildmustang67
Fantastic rendition !! Love this woman , she can sing anything.
Joey Farris
I love Leann and her beautiful voice.I am honored to be her fan
Lillian Crowley
I agree with you fully they have not and will not ever be as good as Leanne rides. I can't stand there what they call music.
gettagreen 34
beyonce or rihanna can not hold a candle to LeAnn Rimes they don't have the range nor the talent she has
michael howard
Rihanna and Beyoncé are performers really, and although beyonce's a talented singer, neither are even in the same ballpark as Leann from that perspective.
Natasha Kershaw
I expect so.