Martina McBride released her honky tonk-flavored debut album The Time Has Come in 1992. Her first big hit was the single "My Baby Loves Me" from her more pop-oriented second album, 1993's The Way That I Am. She became even more visible in 1994 with the crossover success of her anti-domestic violence anthem "Independence Day", also from this album.
In 1995 McBride released the album Wild Angels; "Safe in the Arms of Love" and the title track were country hits, later being her first #1 hit. Her 1997 album Evolution sold over two million units, and included an adult contemporary crossover hit in "Valentine" as well as four number one or number two country hits. The album Emotion came out in 1999; "I Love You" was a big hit in both country and adult contemporary circles. So was the socially conscious "Love's the Only House", a trend that would continue with 2003's "This One's for the Girls", which would become the theme song for the 2005 NCAA Women's Basketball championship tournament. [1] This was followed by the hit singles "How Far" (written by fellow country singer Jamie O'Neal) and "God's Will".
The Long Distance Lullaby Songfacts states that Eleven was Martina's first album for Republic Nashville, ending a 20 year association with RCA. Label head Scott Borchetta encouraged her to write more songs for the record than she had on any of her previous 10 albums, and she ended up co-writing six of the 11 tracks. Eleven was released October 11, 2011.
As of 2005 McBride is generally recognized as one of the top female singers in popular music; with her strong and pure soprano voice she has been labelled "the Céline Dion of country music." Also in 2005 she released a 18-track CD of classic country music standards, which landed at #1 on the Billboard Country Album Chart in its opening week and received much critical acclaim for its authenticity towards traditional country.
She is a four-time Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year winner (a record she holds with Reba McEntire), three-time Academy of Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year winner and a Grammy Award winner. This left-hander performed The Star-Spangled Banner at Game 3 of the 2004 World Series.
"Independence Day" is used as the introductory music for Sean Hannity's popular talk radio show. McBride has appeared at benefit events organized by Hannity, but has declined to take an active political stance. [2] McBride has performed free for fans, such as in a July 3, 2004 show in Owensboro, Kentucky to celebrate the grand opening of the new Independence Bank headquarters.
Recently she helped out contestants on the Canadian version of "American Idol". The winner worked on a song with McBride as well as went on tour with her across Canada.
Martina has sold over 13 million albums in USA alone.
Wrong Baby Wrong Baby Wrong
Martina McBride Lyrics
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It ain't the end of the world
Don't you worry pretty girl
Cause now that he's gone baby gone baby gone
You got nothing to lose
Count the minutes if you want to
It won't be long baby long baby long
'Til you find somebody new
Come on now
Everyone falls down
Everyone crawls now and then
Then they get up again
You cry if you want to
That's what we all do
But if you think you'll never move on you're wrong baby
Cry baby cry baby cry
Go on and let it all out
I ain't leavin' you now
And we can fly baby fly baby fly
Let's share a bottle of wine
We can laugh about the good times
And you'll know why baby why baby why
It's gonna be alright
Come on now
Everyone falls down
Everyone crawls now and then
Then they get up again
You cry if you want to
That's what we all do
But if you think you'll never move on you're wrong baby wrong
Oh you ain't gone
Baby wrong baby wrong
There's nothing wrong with moving on
When you know he's good and gone
Come on now
Everyone falls down
Everyone crawls now and then
Then they get up again
You cry if you want to
That's what we all do
Come on now
Everyone falls down
Everyone crawls now and then
Then they get up again
You cry if you want to
That's what we all do
But if you think you'll never move on you're wrong baby wrong
You're wrong baby wrong
Wrong baby wrong baby wrong
In Martina McBride's "Wrong Baby Wrong Baby Wrong," the singer comforts a heartbroken friend telling her that it is not the end of the world despite her pain. The chorus repeats "wrong baby wrong baby wrong" to emphasize that the ex-lover is not the right one. The verses encourage the girl to find hope and move on because dwelling on the heartbreak is not worthwhile.
The lyrics offer words of wisdom to anyone going through a breakup, assuring them that it's okay to cry and mourn the loss but also signaling that there's no shame in moving forward. It's clear that McBride is trying to convey that heartbreak is a universal experience, but we all must pick ourselves up and keep going in the way that we know how.
Line by Line Meaning
Wrong baby wrong baby wrong
Don't fret, you can still come out on top after a relationship ends
It ain't the end of the world
It may feel difficult, but it's not the end of the world
Don't you worry pretty girl
Everything will turn out okay, don't worry
Cause now that he's gone baby gone baby gone
Since he's left, you have nothing to lose by moving on
You got nothing to lose
You can only go up from here
Count the minutes if you want to
Take all the time you need, it's okay
It won't be long baby long baby long
You'll heal and find someone new soon enough
'Til you find somebody new
There's someone out there for you
Come on now
Let's keep moving forward
Everyone falls down
It's okay to stumble and make mistakes
Everyone crawls now and then
We all have moments when we struggle
Then they get up again
And we pick ourselves back up
You cry if you want to
It's okay to let yourself feel and express your emotions
That's what we all do
Everyone has emotions that they need to work through
But if you think you'll never move on you're wrong baby
If you feel stuck, remember that you will eventually move on
Cry baby cry baby cry
Let it out, don't keep it bottled up
Go on and let it all out
Release your emotions, it's cathartic
I ain't leavin' you now
You're not alone, I'm here for you
And we can fly baby fly baby fly
We can move on and soar to new heights
Let's share a bottle of wine
Let's enjoy each other's company and celebrate life
We can laugh about the good times
Remember the happy moments and smile
And you'll know why baby why baby why
You'll realize that life is full of joy and potential
It's gonna be alright
Everything will work out in the end
Oh you ain't gone
You're still here and you'll be okay
There's nothing wrong with moving on
It's healthy to move forward and grow
When you know he's good and gone
Once you accept that the relationship is over, it gets easier to move on
You're wrong baby wrong
Don't doubt yourself, you can do this
Wrong baby wrong baby wrong
Stay positive and keep moving forward
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brad Douglas Warren, Brett Daniel Warren, Robert Ellis Orrall, Stephen Barker Liles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tia Kai
This song is currently helping me through one of the hardest breakups of my life. Whenever I feel weak or feel like breaking down I come listen to it. It instantly gives me hope that things are going to get better. Thank you Martina for comin' out with such a great song, you're simply amazing.
flowersmile123
Totally agree. I hope you've found brighter days.
Ik Kdvez
Hun, my baby gurl Sierra loved this song NOW I know why....he just wasn't man enough for me! Hahaha it checks out! Love is Love...no matter the gender! ❤ RIP.... my Dearest Marachino!❤😂
leonard matthews
wow another beautiful song by a truly wonderful lady with the golden voice who is an inspiration to a lot singers and fans all over the world . she has the voice of an angel and the wonderful soul of a country superstar who is forever timeless in all our hearts and minds two thumbs up for martina
Blanca's 3 Monkeys
Beautiful, classy, humble, wise, caring, successful, strong what an amazing woman Martina is. Great example to follow.
Nina Martinez
Agreed an this is how it's done lol 😆
Ana Rodriguez
I love her music.Her music is always inspiring and enpowering.This is my fav song from this album.
angelo7385
Martina is a fantastic performer. One of the best voices out there. Period.
contractkilla50cal
I love Martina McBrides songs because they send good messages to teens.
Chris Brown
Martina McBride has been one of the queens of country music for more than a decade! and he has def. not lost her touch! this song is sassy yet tasteful! I luv it!