At that time, she recorded a number of songs that appeared years and years later on the album 'See It Through My Eyes'. Before too long, Brooks joined the rock group The Graces. Though only an underground success, the band recorded and released the well-received album 'A Perfect View' in 1989.
In the wake of the enormous popularity of solo rocker Alanis Morissette in 1995, Brooks landed a major label contract with Capitol Records. She was nearly 39 years old before having her first hit single, titled "Bitch", come out in 1997. The single broke her into the mainstream in a huge way, garnering her a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. 'Blurring the Edges' achieved multi-platinum sales and peaked at #22 on the Billboard 200, her fan base growing internationally. She toured in the U.S. and Europe in 1997 and 1998 to support the album.
Brooks recorded her second major release, titled 'Deconstruction' in 1999. The aptly titled album represented a stylistic and thematic shift away from the melodic alternative rock style of 'Blurring the Edges'. Due to a flood of records by female musicians at the time and the record label's decision to have her tour in Europe instead of promoting in the U.S., the album sold poorly, many fans also feeling uncertain about her new sound. Interestingly, Brooks originally wrote the song "Sin City", which appears on this album, for the Nicolas Cage fronted thriller film 'Snake Eyes', directed by her friend Brian De Palma.
In 2002, Brooks worked on her third solo album Bad Bad One on Gold Circle Records, an independent label. Immediately after releasing the album, the label folded and prevented the record from getting promoted or achieving significant sales. Track 11 - 'Shine' - was released as the lead single
The label's demise also interrupted her tour with Melissa Etheridge that summer, causing her and the band to return early to Los Angeles. Also in 2002, Brooks produced Jennifer Love Hewitt's album, BareNaked, and appeared on the VH1 Divas Las Vegas program as a guest guitar soloist with Celine Dion and Anastacia.
In 2004, Brooks signed a new contract with the SLG Records label and released the material of Bad Bad One as Shine. Television psychologist Dr. Phil chose the song "Shine" as the theme for his show.
As of August 2005, Brooks was working on a children's album titled If I Could Be... and continuing to develop new artists as a producer and songwriter.s.
Hands
Meredith Brooks Lyrics
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Pour the water over, my skin, my spine
Cleanse my soul and ease my mind
I've been fixed on all the damage done
Why do I always forget how far I've come
I'm done dying for the past
I'm done dyin' for the past
Let's call it even, shall we
Can't you judge me for my love and not mistakes I've made
I swear by who I am and not by yesterday
I'm done dying for the past
I'm done dyin' for the past
In between black and white I disappear
Circle round the stone until I landed here
I'm done dying for the past
I'm done dyin' for the past
The lyrics to Meredith Brooks's song "Wash My Hands" are a poignant reflection on the need to let go of past mistakes and move forward with a sense of peace and forgiveness. The singer of the song is seeking a release from the burden of their sins, using the metaphor of washing their hands to symbolize a deep spiritual cleansing. The lyrics are introspective and vulnerable, revealing a deep sense of regret and desire for redemption.
The first verse expresses the singer's desire to wash their hands of the crimes they have committed. They long to cleanse their soul and ease their mind, acknowledging the damage they have done. However, despite their awareness of their past mistakes, they struggle to remember the progress they have made. This tension between past and present is a central theme of the song, as the singer grapples with their own tendency to dwell on their past failures rather than embrace their growth and change.
The second verse suggests a desire to be judged based on their love, rather than their mistakes. The singer swears by who they are in the present rather than by their past, hoping to find forgiveness and acceptance from those around them. The chorus repeats the message that the singer is done dying for the past, breaking free from the weight of their guilt and allowing themselves to move forward towards a brighter future.
Overall, "Wash My Hands" is a powerful meditation on the human capacity for growth and redemption. It acknowledges the difficulty of letting go of past mistakes, but ultimately celebrates the transformative power of forgiveness and self-acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Wash my hands, of crimes
I want to rid myself of any wrongdoing or guilt.
Pour the water over, my skin, my spine
I want to physically cleanse myself of any impurities and start anew.
Cleanse my soul and ease my mind
I not only want to wash my physical body but also my soul and mind so that I feel fresh and renewed overall.
I've been fixed on all the damage done
I've been too focused on my past mistakes and how they've hurt me and others.
Why do I always forget how far I've come
I tend to overlook my progress and accomplishments when I constantly dwell on my past.
I'm done dying for the past
I'm tired of letting my past control my life and hold me back.
Say all's forgiven now
I hope that others can forgive me for my mistakes and that we can move on from them.
Let's call it even, shall we
I want to leave the past behind us and start fresh; let's forget about any wrongs we've done to each other.
Can't you judge me for my love and not mistakes I've made
I wish to be judged based on the love and good that I bring to the world, not solely on my past mistakes.
I swear by who I am and not by yesterday
I want to live in the moment and be true to who I am today rather than being held back by my past.
In between black and white I disappear
I feel lost and uncertain when things aren't clear-cut or definite.
Circle round the stone until I landed here
I had to go through some difficult times and experiences before I arrived at this point of wanting to let go of my past and move forward.
I'm done dying for the past
I want to focus on the present and future rather than dwelling on the mistakes and regrets of the past.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LAURENCE ALAN DVOSKIN, MEREDITH ANNE BROOKS, SHELLY PEIKEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
joyrider08
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Pete Mourilyan
I doubt it. Haven't searched though.
Gerson Official
I love her a lot!!!
Pete Mourilyan
Twin Telecasters-- bright tones. Sounds great.
Not the first time I've seen her shred either.
Piggy-218
I felt this.you KILLED it
Raven Bishop
Powerful driving music
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Puur toeval ;)
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