1) Lonestar is an Amer… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 3 artists called Lonestar:
1) Lonestar is an American country music group consisting of Richie McDonald (lead vocals), Michael Britt (lead guitar, background vocals), Keech Rainwater (drums), Dean Sams (keyboards, melodica, background vocals), and Michael Hill (Bass Guitar). McDonald left the band in November 2007 for a solo career before returning in 2011. During that time, Cody Collins, who had formerly been in another country group called McAlyster, replaced McDonald as the band's lead vocalist. John Rich was also the group's bass guitarist and second lead vocalist until 1998, when he was fired from the group. He left for a solo career, before joining Big Kenny in the duo Big & Rich in 2003. Since Rich's departure, Lonestar has not had an official bass guitarist.
The group began having major country hits in 1995, with the top 10 hit "Tequilla Talking." Their first No. 1 hit was "No News," which spent three weeks at the top of Billboard magazine's Hot Country Singles chart in 1996.
Lonestar's signature song is "Amazed," a ballad which spent nine weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's country chart during the summer of 1999. The song subsequently climbed to the top of Billboard's Hot 100 chart, the first country act to accomplish the feat since 1983's "Islands in the Stream" by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.
Another popular Lonestar song was "Mr. Mom". This song is on of the most played songs on radio stations to date.
Other No. 1 hits include "Come Cryin' to Me" (summer 1997); "Smile" and "What About Now" (both 2000); "Tell Her" and "I'm Already There" (2001); "My Front Porch Lookin' In" (2003). Other important hits in Lonestar's discography include "Running Away With My Heart" and "When Cowboys Didn't Dance" (1996); "Heartbroke Every Day" and "You Walked In" (1997); "Say When" and "Everything's Changed" (1998); "With Me" (2001); "Not a Day Goes By" and "Unusually Unusual" (2002); "Walking in Memphis" (2003); "Let's Be Us Again" (2004); "Class Reunion (That Used to Be Us)" (2005) and "You're Like Coming Home" (2005). Their current single is "I'll Die Tryin'", which is a cover of another Emerson Drive song released three years earlier.
During Lonestar's early years, songwriter John Rich was also a member as the band's bassist. He left the group in 1998 and is now part of the country duo Big & Rich.
On May 1st, 2006 Lonestar sang the National Anthem at Fenway Park in Boston with the return of Johnny Damon.
2) Lonestar is also a progressive house project by Derek Howell. See the releases at Discogs.
3) Lonestar is the name of an electronic/experimental musician in Germany who has released on the Mephtik Netlabel in the past.
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Lonestar Lyrics
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On the outskirts of town a new baby cries
No room at the inn, no crib to be found
Oh, but look at Him now
He is the reason for the season
He is the light that shines on our lives
The Baby Jesus born in God's grace
He is the reason for the season
It is a time for presents and toys
Tales of Saint Nick, tidings of joy
As we celebrate the miracle birth
Oh, right here on this earth
He is the reason for the season
He is the light that shines on our lives
The Baby Jesus born in God's grace
So we all might rejoice on this day
He is the reason for the season
He's the reason for the giving
The joy that's never ending
That comes on Christmas morning
In the eyes of a child
It's what it means to me and you
That's the true meaning
Of this time, of this time
He is the, he is the reason for the season
He is the light that shines on our lives
The Baby Jesus born in God's grace
So we all might rejoice on this day
He is the reason for the season
He is the light that shines on our lives
The Baby Jesus born in God's grace
So we all might rejoice on this day
He is the reason for the season
The lyrics of Lonestar's song "Reason For The Season" are about the birth of Jesus Christ and the reason we celebrate Christmas as a joyful and holy day. The first verse describes the story of the shepherds being led to the newborn baby Jesus by a star in the sky, and how though there was no room in the inn and no crib to be found, this baby has grown up to be the light that shines on our lives and the reason for the season. The chorus emphasizes this sentiment, repeating that Jesus is the reason for the season, born in God's grace so that we all might rejoice on this day.
The second verse acknowledges the secular aspects of Christmas with references to presents, toys, and Santa Claus, but also highlights the miracle of Jesus' birth taking place right here on earth. The bridge further emphasizes Jesus as the reason for the season, pointing out how He brings the never-ending joy that comes on Christmas morning in the eyes of a child. All of these elements of the song come together to reiterate how important Jesus is to the holiday and how we should remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Overall, "Reason For The Season" is a thoughtful and uplifting song that serves as a reminder to listeners of the deeper significance of the holiday beyond just presents and decorations.
Line by Line Meaning
The shepherds are led a star in the sky
The shepherds follow a bright star that shines in the sky.
On the outskirts of town a new baby cries
A newborn baby is born on the edge of town and cries.
No room at the inn, no crib to be found
There is no space or crib available at the inn.
Oh, but look at Him now
Despite the lack of conventional resources, the baby Jesus is thriving.
He is the reason for the season
The birth of Jesus is the cause for the celebration of the holiday season.
He is the light that shines on our lives
Jesus is the spiritual light that illuminates our lives.
The Baby Jesus born in God's grace
Jesus was born with the favor of God.
So we all might rejoice on this day
We can all celebrate and be happy on this special day.
It is a time for presents and toys
This time of year is usually associated with gift-giving and receiving.
Tales of Saint Nick, tidings of joy
Stories of Santa Claus and glad tidings bring happiness during the holiday season.
As we celebrate the miracle birth
We rejoice and honor the miraculous birth of Jesus.
Oh, right here on this earth
The birth of Jesus happened right here on Earth.
He's the reason for the giving
Jesus is the reason for the tradition of giving gifts during the holiday season.
The joy that's never ending
The joy brought by Jesus' birth is never-ending.
That comes on Christmas morning
The feeling of joy is especially strong on Christmas morning.
In the eyes of a child
The excitement and wonder of the holiday season is often best seen in the eyes of a child.
It's what it means to me and you
The significance of the holiday season is personal and meaningful to each individual.
That's the true meaning
The real and genuine meaning of the holiday season is about celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
Written by: BERNIE NELSON
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George Ramos
This is a low-key high quality country love song. So inspirational.
Juan Hinojosa
I like these guys. They are one of my favorite country bands. They really put it out there.
Cynthia C
Love this song! What great energy!
USR628945
A great song! The lyrics is so romantic. Love it!
bill d
My wife and I are in our 50s, we met late in life and this song was perfect for our first dance. Great song!
Canal Fê Messias
Não importa a fase... uma banda além da country music... tanto collins qto Mcdonald são grandes vocalistas...
Paul Brackin
This is one of the best songs I've ever heard. Great Vocals, nice beat. Shocked this is the first time hearing it, I'm sure it was a hit when released.
Theresa Episcopo
Amazing voice 💞
Robin Mickelsen
Cody absolutely got the feel of doing the live shows with the band. He improved with each and every performance. I could listen to him sing all the time
Sherry Bridges
Great song I love it.