She met Frank Wildhorn who immediately fell in love with her and her incredible voice. He set about writing the musical "Jekyll and Hyde" with her in mind for the role of Lucy. Although the show did rather poorly, Linda was a sensation. Her pure tone broke listeners' hearts with laments like "No One Knows Who I am" and "Sympathy, Tenderness" and her unleashed power in torch songs like "Good 'n' Evil" and "A New Life" sent her immediately into league with other Broadway leading ladies like Barbara Streisand and Bernadette Peters.
Her range stretches from a rich alto to an impressive array of ringing whistle tones. Her tone is pure, powerful, and full of emotion. Her voice and singing style have often been compared to that of Barbara Streisand, but Linda has always said that from childhood her biggest inspiration has been and continues to be Judy Garland. This veneration culminated in the making and release of her tribute album "By Myself: The Songs Of Judy Garland."
Linda Eder remains one of the most powerful and talented performers alive.
Recordings:
* 1989 Linda Eder
* 1994 And So Much More
* 1997 It's Time
* 1999 It's No Secret Anymore
* 2002 Gold
* 2003 Storybook
* 2003 Broadway, My Way
* 2005 By Myself: The Songs of Judy Garland
* 2006 Barbra Streisand and Linda Eder
* 2008 The Other Side of Me
Across The Water
Linda Eder Lyrics
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Out into a world that I was sure I knew
Add a dose of reality and a little desperation
I became a stranger in a stranger land
Wherever I go, whatever I see, I still can feel the child carry me
High on an ocean of innocence 'cause somewhere between
The truth and the dream, there is a moment in time
Across the water, across the water
Across the water, on a little higher ground
And so it goes with everyone, we're not really all that different
The older that we get, it seems the less we know
We mortals all immortalize, after we apologize for
All the things we should have said or could have done
Wherever I go, whatever I see, I still can feel the child carry me
High on an ocean of innocence 'cause somewhere between
The truth and the dream, there is a moment in time
When you can touch what you left behind
Across the water, across the water
Across the water, on a little higher ground
The way we were, the dreams we had, don't ever really die
They watch us from a distance as we wave goodbye
But now and then a backward glance, reminds us that there's
Still a chance, so we fill our sails and travel on across the water
Every day in every life is open to interpretation
Thinkin' about what might have been is a waste of time
I don't need to analyze all my little contradictions
As long as I can find my way back home again
Across the water, across the water
Across the water, on a little higher ground
In the song "Across the Water," Linda Eder reflects on the journey of life and how we are all "strangers in a strange land." She recalls the innocence of childhood and the hopeful outlook towards the world that she had when she was younger. However, as she grew older and gained more real-life experience, she found that she became increasingly disconnected from that childlike perspective. Despite this, she realizes that there is a moment in time where we can tap into that childlike energy and "touch what we left behind."
The metaphor of "across the water" suggests that there is something on the other side, something worth striving for. It's a kind of distant shore that is higher and more elevated than where we currently stand. This could refer to a state of inner peace, enlightenment, or even a sense of purpose. The lyrics suggest that we all have a desire to reach this place, but it's not always an easy journey. There are obstacles, setbacks, and moments of doubt along the way. Nonetheless, Linda Eder sings about filling our sails and continuing on across the water, towards this higher ground.
Line by Line Meaning
I started out the way most do, running on imagination
I began my journey into the world with a lot of ideas and hopes, like most people do.
Out into a world that I was sure I knew
I entered into a world that I thought I understood.
Add a dose of reality and a little desperation
But as I faced the real world with all its challenges, I became more desperate and uncertain.
I became a stranger in a stranger land
Eventually, I felt like I didn't belong and became a stranger in the place I thought I knew so well.
Wherever I go, whatever I see, I still can feel the child carry me
No matter where I am or what I'm doing, I still feel the hope and excitement of my younger self.
High on an ocean of innocence 'cause somewhere between the truth and the dream, there is a moment in time
This excitement comes from a place of innocence, as there is a moment in time where our dreams and reality intersect.
When you can touch what you left behind
This moment allows us to connect with the innocence and hope of our past selves.
And so it goes with everyone, we're not really all that different
Everyone experiences this shift from hope to reality, and we are all more similar than we often realize.
The older that we get, it seems the less we know
As we grow older, we often realize how little we actually know about the world.
We mortals all immortalize, after we apologize for all the things we should have said or could have done
We all want to leave a lasting impact through our actions, and often feel regret for past mistakes.
The way we were, the dreams we had, don't ever really die
But even as we grow older, our past dreams and hopes still live on within us.
They watch us from a distance as we wave goodbye
These dreams and hopes remain with us even as we let go of certain things in our lives.
But now and then a backward glance, reminds us that there's still a chance
Occasionally, we look back and realize that it's never too late to pursue our dreams and make a change.
So we fill our sails and travel on across the water
With this realization, we set out on a new journey towards our hopes and dreams.
Every day in every life is open to interpretation
Each day in our lives can be seen in different ways and is open to different interpretations.
Thinkin' about what might have been is a waste of time
Spending time thinking about the past and what could have been is not productive.
I don't need to analyze all my little contradictions
I don't need to overthink the small inconsistencies in my life.
As long as I can find my way back home again
What's important is that I always have a way to find my center and return to a place of comfort.
Across the water, across the water, across the water, on a little higher ground
As I navigate my journey in life, I continue to move forward and strive towards a better future.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: FRANK WILDHORN, JACK MURPHY, LINDA EDER
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