This spring he is launched a national tour promoting the strength and values of America and its citizens.
The "My Real Life – Strong For America Tour," which is being presented by the U.S. Army and supported by other sponsors such as the American Legion, New Holland Farm Equipment, Prince William Marina/Sea Ray Boats and others, challenges students, civic and business leaders and other community members to engage in building their community through several free initiatives and programs. Rejecting the traditional artist approach of in-and-out, one-night-only concerts, Peterson is investing a week of his time in each city.
"This Tour isn't about me," said Peterson. "I'm just a catalyst to help motivate a spirit of community-building that already exists. The star of this Tour is the individual who takes steps to invest more of his or her time and talent back in the community. Through the generous support of the U.S. Army and our other national sponsors, we are able to introduce tangible programs such as school assemblies, mentoring programs, internship programs and volunteer match programs at no cost to these communities."
Best known for topping the Billboard charts with "Drink, Swear Steal and Lie," and "From Here To Eternity," Michael has been an award winning artist for over a decade. Michael was recognized as country music's top selling new male artist for 1997 and 1998. He was also named Country Weekly's Male Newcomer and Gavin's Artist To Watch.
In 1999, he was selected by country fans as Male Star of Tomorrow at the TNN Music City News Awards, before hitting the charts again with "Something 'Bout A Sunday" and "Sure Feels Real Good," from his second CD, "Being Human," and even guest starred on the hit TV show, "Walker, Texas Ranger."
"Modern Man" was released in 2002, producing six songs in the top forty in the first week in Germany and another number one hit in Europe, a composition covered by his pal, Travis Tritt, "No More Looking Over My Shoulder." It was number 1 on the European hit indicator "The Hot Disc" chart and number 2 on the German country charts. Subsequent touring in Europe has included France, Germany and Switzerland in the last few years.
Michael has been spending much of his personal time mentoring aspiring young songwriters and teaching the craft to eager music students at some of Nashville's premiere songwriting programs including The NASHCAMP Songwriting Seminar, the Gibson Bluegrass Showcase, Tunesmith Songwriting Seminars and Loretta Lynn's Songwriting Festival.
In 2006, in addition to recording "Down On the Farm," a special promotional CD that was available strictly through New Holland tractor dealerships, Michael spent most of the that year working with his tour sponsor The New Holland Corporation and the U.S. Army around an initiative called "Harvesting Great Americans." This exciting initative was born out of New Holland's and the US Army's commitment to investing in America and Americas youth.
At the invitation of General Richard Cody (The Vice Chief Of Staff Of The Army), and the New Holland Corporation, Michael has been combining his gift as a seasoned presenter with his successful country music career to build a growing sense of togetherness between civilian and military communities. He is delivering this dynamic, proactive message around the world, inviting Americans from every walk of life to Answer The Call to a purpose bigger than themselves.
His commitment continued to grow when he was asked to serve as the national spokesman for The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund.
“Michael Peterson is a staunch supporter of this cause,” said National Commander Paul A. Morin. “I am delighted that he has agreed to champion this great program that benefits the children of our fallen heroes.”
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund provides college scholarships for children of military personnel killed on duty since Sept. 11, 2001. Peterson pledged 50 percent of the profits from his DVD, “It’s Who We Are,” to go to the fund.
And for two years in a row he co-hosted the Hattie Larlham Doodle-thon on Time/Warner cable nationwide to raise money for people with disabilities and was instrumental in the National Christmas Tree Associations Trees For Troops program, helping to provide free trees for military families.
Too Good To Be True
Michael Peterson Lyrics
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You were all she ever wanted, that was once upon a time
She was all you ever needed, that's what makes it such a crime
How you took her heart for granted, how you threw her love away
Now you still don't understand it, if you did, you'd never say
It was too good to be true
What do you think would make that woman go find somebody new?
She's not too good to be true
She's just too good to be true to you
Just because she never said so, doesn't mean she didn't see
Every time you stole an apple off somebody else's tree
Late last night that lipstick letter she left on the bedroom door
Said "You don't get it, and you ain't gonna get it anymore!"
It was too good to be true
What did you expect a girl as good as her to do?
What do you think would make that woman go find somebody new?
She's not too good to be true
She's just too good to be true to you
It was too good to be true
What did you expect a girl as good as her to do?
What do you think would make that woman go find somebody new?
She's not too good to be true
She's just too good to be true to you
Here we go!
It was too good to be true
What did you expect a girl as good as her to do?
What do you think would make that woman go find somebody new?
She's not too good to be true
She's just too good to be true to you
Oh just too good to be true to you
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In Michael Peterson’s song “Too Good to Be True,” the lyrics revolve around a failed relationship where the partner in question took the other’s love for granted. The song starts off by stating that the woman was all the partner ever needed, but he still threw her love away, leading to the downfall of their relationship. As the song progresses, the singer explains how the partner did not comprehend the magnitude of his mistakes and how this made their partner look for love elsewhere. The partner’s failure to appreciate their love results in the realization that the woman was “just too good to be true to you” and that the relationship was always doomed from the start.
Peterson’s interpretation of how a failed relationship is a result of taking love for granted is relatable to many people. The lyrics are driven by a somber melody, that when coupled with Peterson’s voice, conveys the message beautifully. The song includes two verses with different messages, but they both convey the same underlying meaning. The absence of a chorus in the song increases the emphasis on the significance of Peterson's emotive voice and the melody to convey the song's message. Overall, Peterson’s song “Too Good to Be True” is a beautifully written piece that emphasizes the importance of appreciating love and the subsequent consequences that arise from not doing so.
Line by Line Meaning
You were all she ever wanted, that was once upon a time
At some point in the past, you were the sole desire of the woman you lost.
She was all you ever needed, that's what makes it such a crime
By losing her, you deprived yourself of the most fundamental need you had.
How you took her heart for granted, how you threw her love away
You failed to acknowledge or appreciate her love, and acted in a way that caused her to leave you.
Now you still don't understand it, if you did, you'd never say
You remain oblivious to the cause of her departure, such that if you knew it, you wouldn't admit it.
It was too good to be true
She was too perfect for your relationship to last.
What did you expect a girl as good as her to do?
How could you anticipate that she would put up with your behavior?
What do you think would make that woman go find somebody new?
What could possibly make you think that she would remain with you?
She's not too good to be true
She is indeed everything you knew her to be.
She's just too good to be true to you
She is too magnificent of a person to waste her love on you.
Just because she never said so, doesn't mean she didn't see
Even if she never explicitly mentioned it, she was aware of every single transgression on your part.
Every time you stole an apple off somebody else's tree
Each time you were disloyal either emotionally or physically.
Late last night that lipstick letter she left on the bedroom door
Last night, she parted ways with you by leaving a lipstick note on the door of the bedroom.
Said "You don't get it, and you ain't gonna get it anymore!"
The note essentially conveyed that you were never going to comprehend the enormity of your actions and the effect they had on her.
Here we go!
A phrase used in excitement or anticipation of a forthcoming event.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETERSON, PISTILLI
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