Porter has appeared in numerous films and television productions, including the TV series Dinosapien in 2007. She earned a Best Actress in Alberta award for her role in the TV movie The Other Woman. She was also named as one of the Top 11 Hottest Vancouver Actors to Watch for 2011 by BC Living magazine.
After moving to Vancouver to pursue acting, Porter teamed up with musician and actor Andrew Jenkins to form the band The Black Boots. In 2010, she launched a solo career. Porter was the winner of the 2011 Nashville North Star competition. She has opened for Kenny Chesney, Doc Walker and Trooper, among others, and has performed for Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Gene Simmons.
In October 2012, Porter released her debut single, "I Wish I'd Known". Her second single, "Never Gonna Let You", was co-written and produced by Carolyn Dawn Johnson. Porter was chosen as one of six acts for the inaugural Canadian Country Music Association Discovery Program in 2013. She is also nominated for the Rising Star Award at the 2013 Canadian Country Music Association Awards. Her debut album, MacKenzie Porter, was released on July 15, 2014.
About You
MacKenzie Porter Lyrics
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Meant to make you sing along
That you make your ringtone
No it ain't about the good stuff
It damn sure ain't a raise it up if you got one
It ain't about the best weekend, turn it up to 10
A party with your friends
You know, the feel good kind
In this one
It's about breakin' up and wakin' up
And stayin' tough, and Makers Mark
Toppin' off a coffee cup
And pray it does the trick to forget
At least for a little while
It's about words that hurt, the verses burn
The worst mistakes and lessons learned
And gettin' what you deserve
Instead of gettin' back what you had to lose
Yeah boy, this one's about you
Yeah, this one's about you
Boy it might not be your jam or make you wanna dance
But do you remember when you told me to write you a song
Probably not what you meant
Oh, but baby I finally did
It's about breakin' up and wakin' up
And stayin' tough, and Makers Mark
Toppin' off a coffee cup
And pray it does the trick to forget
At least for a little while
It's about words that hurt, the verses burn
The worst mistakes and lessons learned
And gettin' what you deserve
Instead of gettin' back what you had to lose
Yeah boy, this one's about you
Yeah, this one's about you
No this ain't no girl get's the guy back in the last line
Unless you changed your mind
It's about breakin' up and wakin' up
And stayin' tough, and Makers Mark
Toppin' off a coffee cup
And pray it does the trick to forget
At least for a little while
It's about words that hurt, the verses burn
The worst mistakes and lessons learned
And gettin' what you deserve
Instead of gettin' back what you had to lose
Yeah boy, this one's about you
Yeah, this one's about You.
MacKenzie Porter's song "About You" is not your typical feel-good, summertime anthem. The song is an emotional and introspective reflection on a past relationship. The lyrics delve into the complexities of breakups, heartache, and the painful process of moving on. The song talks about staying strong and turning to things like Makers Mark and coffee to cope with the pain.
The chorus of the song repeatedly emphasizes that "this one's about you." It's likely that the song is directed towards the person who caused the heartache and pain described in the song. The lyrics focus on the lessons learned and the process of finally getting what you deserve, rather than settling for what you lost.
It's a cathartic song that listeners can relate to because everyone has experienced the heartbreak that comes with a break-up. The song's message is not to wallow in self-pity but to muster up the strength to move on and get what you deserve.
Line by Line Meaning
This song ain't a summertime song
This song is not meant to be a fun, upbeat summer anthem.
Meant to make you sing along
It's not trying to be a catchy tune that you'll sing along to.
That you make your ringtone
It's not meant to be a song so good that you make it your ringtone.
No it ain't about the good stuff
This song isn't about the positive aspects of life.
It damn sure ain't a raise it up if you got one
It's not a song about celebrating your successes and good fortune.
It ain't about the best weekend, turn it up to 10
It's not about having the best weekend ever and turning the volume up to max.
A party with your friends
This song isn't about having a good time with friends at a party.
You know, the feel good kind
It's not meant to be the type of song that makes you feel good.
You won't hear none of those lines
None of those themes or topics will be present in this song.
In this one
This song is different from those summertime, feel-good songs.
It's about breakin' up and wakin' up
This song is about the struggles of breaking up and moving on with life.
And stayin' tough, and Makers Mark
It's about staying strong while drowning your sorrows with a drink.
Toppin' off a coffee cup
Drinking coffee with a little something extra to help forget the pain.
And pray it does the trick to forget
Hoping that the drink will help you forget your troubles, at least for a little while.
It's about words that hurt, the verses burn
This song is about the pain caused by hurtful words and painful experiences.
The worst mistakes and lessons learned
It's about learning valuable lessons from the worst mistakes made in life.
And gettin' what you deserve
This song is about getting what you deserve after going through hardships.
Instead of gettin' back what you had to lose
It's not about getting back what you've lost, but about moving on and getting something better.
Yeah boy, this one's about you
This song is specifically about you, the person who inspired it.
Boy it might not be your jam or make you wanna dance
This song might not be your favorite or make you want to dance.
But do you remember when you told me to write you a song
This song was written because you asked for it.
Probably not what you meant
However, the resulting song might not be what you had in mind.
Oh, but baby I finally did
Regardless, the song has been written and is now being presented to you.
No this ain't no girl get's the guy back in the last line
This song isn't about a girl getting the guy back in a romantic ending.
Unless you changed your mind
However, if you've had a change of heart, then maybe the song could be about that.
Writer(s): sierra crider
Contributed by William F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cygnus53
What an incredible voice. She's a great actress and perhaps an even greater singer. Beauty and talent. She's got it all.
@rogerbelmar7933
She was fantastic as Marcy Warton (Traveler 3569), the team's medic, in “Travelers”. She’s also a great singer! Love those vocals! MacKenzie Porter really is as multi-talented as Traveler 3569 herself! Wish her all the best in her acting and musical career!
@miadixon4121
Evreyone in the comment is saying how they had no idea she was a singer, caues they love her as an actress. And I'm just like She's an Actress???
@DeadAwake-os5wi
Mia Dixon she played an amazing time traveler doctor.... watch Travelers on NF.... I just discovered she’s a singer too...lol
@deyaniravianney5200
well as a new subscriber because I just found her music she is an amazing singer and I'm watching all her
videos right now and Seeing Other People is my favorite song
@leeparoa
@@deyaniravianney5200 mine is “The One” she is really amazing
@deyaniravianney5200
@@leeparoa I also like The One
@ethantan9103
The coffee cup clink at 2.03. Been listening to this for almost two years and I’m still crying
@karovek1575
Good Work 3569!
@jasperfredrickson4420
Welcome to the 21st.