Anderson charted 12 No. 1, 18 Top 10, and more than 50 Top 40 hits. In addition to being named "Top Female Vocalist" by the Academy of Country Music (ACM) twice and "Female Vocalist of the Year" by the Country Music Association (CMA), Anderson won a Grammy Award (earning seven nominations), People's Choice Award and an American Music Award (AMA). She was named Billboard's Female Artist of the Decade (1970–1980).
Anderson was the first female country artist to win the American Music Award (in 1974), as well as the first to headline and sellout Madison Square Garden that same year.
Anderson debuted in 1966, at the age of 19, and had her first hit with Ride, Ride, Ride. After a series of Top 10 hit singles on the country charts during the late 1960s, Anderson signed with Columbia Records in 1970. Under Columbia, she had her most successful string of hits. Her signature song, "(I Never Promised You a) Rose Garden", remains one of the biggest selling country crossover hits of all time. In addition, the song also went to No. 3 on the Billboard Pop Chart and reached the top of the charts in several countries, an unprecedented achievement at the time. CMT ranks "Rose Garden" at No. 83 on its list of the "100 Greatest Songs in Country Music History". Anderson continued to record and remained a popular concert attraction until her death, regularly headlining major casino showrooms, performing arts centers and theaters.
She grew up in Sacramento, California with her mother, acclaimed singer-songwriter Liz Anderson who wrote "The Fugitive" and "(All My Friends Are Gonna Be) Strangers", both Merle Haggard hits, among others. She began her solo career in 1966 with "In Person", followed by a hit with her mother's "If I Kiss You (Will You Go Away)".
In 1968 she married Glenn Sutton, a future Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, with whom she had a daughter, Lisa. (They divorced in 1977.)
Consistent hits followed, and she was a regular on The Lawrence Welk Show during the 1967-68 season. In 1969 Anderson signed to Columbia where her work veered a bit more toward a polished, pop sound. She released her signature song, "Rose Garden" in late 1970. The song, written by Joe South, won a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance reached number 1 on the U.S. country charts, and also hit number 3 on the pop charts, as well as being a hit in fifteen countries. Anderson also received Grammy nominations for her recordings "Big Girls Don't Cry" (1968), "That's a No No" (1969), and "How Can I Unlove You" (1971)> Anderson's other hits during this period included "You're My Man", "Listen to a Country Song", "Top of the World" (a number 1 country record for Anderson before becoming a pop hit for The Carpenters), "Cry", "Keep Me in Mind", "What a Man My Man Is" and "Smile For Me". In 1971, she was voted Top Female Vocalist of the year by both the Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association. Anderson charted eight no.one singles, 18 Top-Tens and earned a total of 17 international Gold records. She was perhaps the most in-demand country female vocalist on network television throughout the 1970's but after 1975 her records usually peaked in the top 20 as opposed to her earlier top ten success.
Anderson married a Louisiana businessman in 1978. The second marriage produced two more children, and she was divorced in 1982.
Anderson remained one of the top female country singers into the 1980's. Her last top ten record was 1984s "You're Welcome to Tonight". During the late 1980's and early 1990s, she received much press for her disputes with her now-divorced second husband. After spending time on her ranch, raising horses and participating in equestrian events, she began recording again in 1992.
"The Bluegrass Sessions", released in 2004, earned Anderson her first Grammy nomination in over 30 years.
That same year Anderson was arrested in Denton, Texas, for drunk driving.
The American Rose Society created and named in her honor a white and raspberry hybrid tea rose.
Anderson released a new CD of original songs entitled "Cowgirl" in 2006, all of the songs penned by her mother, the acclaimed songwriter Liz Anderson.
Mr. Mistletoe
Lynn Anderson Lyrics
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Every Christmas time you will alway find Mr Mistletoe and people in love
He comes round at Christmas season he gives us all the reason
To steal a kiss from someone that we know
And although you'll never see him you know that it must be him
Cause everywhere you go there's mistletoes
When you kiss your love a piece of mistletoe by someone you know remember then
He comes round at Christmas season...
Just like Santa Claus he love him because happiness is all he's sinking of
And that's why he'll find every Christmas time Mr Mistletoe and people in love
Mr Mistletoe and people in love
The song "Mr. Mistletoe" by Lynn Anderson is a cheerful holiday tune that celebrates the tradition of mistletoe and the joy and love it brings on Christmas. The song is an ode to the mysterious Mr. Mistletoe, who is said to be responsible for spreading the mistletoe above people's heads during the holiday season. The lyrics suggest that Mr. Mistletoe is a symbol of love and a reason for people to steal kisses from their loved ones. The song highlights how everyone seems to be caught up in the festive mood and how the tradition of kissing under the mistletoe adds to the joy and magic of Christmas.
The song's verses are whimsical and light-hearted, with lyrics that paint a vivid picture of Mr. Mistletoe's presence during the holiday season. The lyrics suggest that Mr. Mistletoe is as ubiquitous as Santa Claus, spreading happiness and love wherever he goes. The chorus is catchy and upbeat, effectively capturing the festive spirit of Christmas. The lyrics of the song suggest that Mr. Mistletoe is much more than a mere plant, but a symbol of love and togetherness that binds people together during the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr Mistletoe everywhere you go you put mistletoe up above
Mr. Mistletoe is a mythical character who is known to magically put mistletoe above everywhere he goes.
Every Christmas time you will alway find Mr Mistletoe and people in love
During every Christmas season, people always find themselves under mistletoe with their significant others because of Mr. Mistletoe's presence.
He comes round at Christmas season he gives us all the reason
During Christmas season, Mr. Mistletoe gives people a reason to steal kisses from people they know by putting mistletoe above them.
To steal a kiss from someone that we know
The magic of Mr. Mistletoe encourages people to steal a kiss from someone they know under the mistletoe that he places.
And although you'll never see him you know that it must be him
Although Mr. Mistletoe is a mythical character and cannot be seen, the magical placement of mistletoe suggests his presence.
Cause everywhere you go there's mistletoes
The prevalence of mistletoes suggests that Mr. Mistletoe's magic has been put in play and encourages people to steal kisses.
When you kiss your love a piece of mistletoe by someone you know remember then
When kissing a loved one under the mistletoe that someone you know placed, remember that Mr. Mistletoe's magic made it possible.
Somewhere a little Elf is laughing to himself Mr Mistletoe has done it again
A magical elf is laughing to himself every time Mr. Mistletoe's magic results in couples stealing kisses under mistletoe.
Just like Santa Claus he love him because happiness is all he's sinking of
Similar to Santa Claus, Mr. Mistletoe loves bringing happiness to people through the magical placement of mistletoe.
And that's why he'll find every Christmas time Mr Mistletoe and people in love
Due to his love for bringing happiness, Mr. Mistletoe will always be present during Christmas season, and people will always be found in love under his mistletoe magic.
Mr Mistletoe and people in love
The repetition of this line highlights the magical connection between Mr. Mistletoe and people in love under his mistletoe magic.
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David Ames
This is one of my very favorite Christmas songs by Lynn Anderson. This will be the first Christmas without her, still can't believe it!! She was always so nice to me. RIP dear lady!
Garrett Hartness
There will never be another Lynn Anderson! Thank you for all the great songs.
Muzikgirl67
This is a wonderful gem from one of my favorite Christmas albums!...Thanks for sharing, and Happy Holidays to you Pat...Take care!! :)
Sherry Carey
Absolutely one of my fav Christmas albums. Brings back so many childhood memories. I was fortunate enough to buy this off EBAY about 10 years ago. Merry Christmas Ya'll!!
Gary Bangle Bangle
This is another one of her songs I have missed.
Ester Colorado
This is my favorite Christmas song.reminds me of my childhood living in Florida back in the 70s.i hate hip hop Christmas songs.country music does it right.i hope they have this on amazon.
Soetami Koestomo
This album has been my favourite since my childhood!! Have a very merry Christmas, all of you who read this!!!
Mary Hersey
my favorite since I was a little girl lynn anderson Christmas