Both of her parents are private investigators, but father Rick is also a country guitarist and songwriter. Lambert became seriously interested in country music after attending a Garth Brooks concert as a young girl, and soon began singing in talent contests under the tutelage of her father.
At 16, Miranda began appearing on the Johnny High Country Music Review in Arlington, Texas, the same show that helped launch the career of LeAnn Rimes. Miranda quickly landed a recording session in Nashville, but left the studio in tears after she became frustrated with the "pop" sound of music that was not her own. Upon returning to Texas, Miranda began writing songs and taking guitar lessons from her father.
When Miranda's aptitude for music became apparent, her parents encouraged her to aggressively pursue singing and acting opportunities. While still a high school student, Miranda made her professional singing debut and fronted the house band at the Reo Palm Isle Ballroom in Longview, Texas, a long-running venue that has showcased Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson.
Foregoing college, Miranda performed throughout Texas in 2001 and 2002. She finished first in the Texas auditions for Nashville Star and eventually placed third on the national competition.
Discography
On September 15, 2003, she signed with Sony records. She has since released three studio albums, 2005's Kerosene, 2007's Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, 2009's Revolution and 2011's Four The Record; all four of which debuted at #1 on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Kerosene,Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and Revolution have been certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Miranda Lambert has release a total of fourteen singles, which includes five Top 20 hits; of these, Kerosene and Gunpowder & Lead have been certified Gold singles by the RIAA.
Awards and Critical Acclaim
In 2005, at the 40th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, Miranda won the Cover Girl Fresh Face of Country Music Award. In 2005, she was also nominated for the Country Music Association's Horizon Award and performed "Kerosene". Nashville Scene named Kerosene one of the best albums of 2005
Miranda was nominated for and won the "Album of the Year" award at the 2008 Academy of Country Music Awards for her latest album Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.
Lyin' Here
Miranda Lambert Lyrics
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And I miss you, more than I care to show.
I'll get better at pretending nothing's wrong.
It's easy, when you're always all alone.
Lately, I see leavin in your eyes.
So nothing you say, will come as a suprise.
You don't even have to try to be sincere.
And I'll tell my heart,
You didn't cause it to break.
And I'll tell my mind,
That I'm the one that made the mistake.
And I'll tell my eyes,
They don't even have to cry one tear.
Just go on and leave me lyin' here.
So go on, and find you someone new.
I'll make sure that I end the fool.
And maybe someday, I'll begin to make it clear.
You're the one who left me lyin' here.
And I'll tell my heart,
You didn't cause it to break.
And I'll tell my mind,
That I'm the one that made the mistake.
And I'll tell my eyes,
They don't even have to cry one tear.
Just go on and leave me lyin' here.
Just walk away and leave me lyin' here.
The lyrics to Miranda Lambert's song "Lyin' Here" tell a story about heartbreak and the aftermath of a relationship ending. The singer is clearly deeply in love with the person they are addressing, but they sense that their feelings are not reciprocated - in fact, they see "leavin'" in their partner's eyes. Despite this, they continue to love them deeply and find it difficult to show how much they are hurting. They try to convince themselves that they can pretend that everything is okay, but clearly, they are struggling.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, as the singer tells themselves that they will not let their heart break, that they are the one who made the mistake, and that they do not even need to shed a tear. They are almost trying to convince themselves that the pain of the breakup is not real, that they can simply let their partner go and move on. But even as they say these words, it's clear that they are struggling to come to terms with what has happened and to find a way to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you, more than you'll ever know.
I have very strong feelings for you that are difficult to express.
And I miss you, more than I care to show.
I am sad and lonely without you, but I try to hide my feelings.
I'll get better at pretending nothing's wrong.
I'll try even harder to hide how I really feel.
It's easy, when you're always all alone.
It's easier to hide my feelings when no one is around to see them.
Lately, I see leavin in your eyes.
I can tell that you're thinking about leaving me.
So nothing you say, will come as a suprise.
I am already expecting you to leave, so it won't be a shock.
You don't even have to try to be sincere.
I know you are not being genuine with me.
Just go on, and leave me lyin' here.
You can just leave me behind and move on with your life.
And I'll tell my heart,
I will try to convince myself that I am not hurt by this.
You didn't cause it to break.
You are not the reason my heart is broken.
And I'll tell my mind,
I will try to rationalize the situation.
That I'm the one that made the mistake.
I will blame myself for the end of the relationship.
And I'll tell my eyes,
I will try not to cry or show any sadness.
They don't even have to cry one tear.
I will try to be strong and not cry at all.
Just go on and leave me lyin' here.
You can just leave me behind and move on with your life.
So go on, and find you someone new.
You should move on and find someone else to be with.
I'll make sure that I end the fool.
I will try to be less foolish in the future.
And maybe someday, I'll begin to make it clear.
In the future, I hope to be more honest about my feelings.
You're the one who left me lyin' here.
It is your fault that I am feeling this way and alone.
Just walk away and leave me lyin' here.
You can just leave me behind and move on with your life.
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Velena Whisneant
I have never really listened to music much. But Miranda Lambert is the most talented person I have ever heard.
Jody Dupont
My god her voice is amazing. She’s beautiful too.
Tina Howard
Beautiful song. Feel the feels on this one. 💜🎤🎵
Velena Whisneant
I listen to Miranda every day now.
Pearl Warren
I like this song and Miranda too,she is just great,i listen to this song about 10 times a day
Joan Fraser
Doesn’t get any more country than this! I absolutely love Miranda’s voice and this song. The music is amazing. Great production. ❤
ranne doyle
this album is wonderful
wayne wakefield
Fantastic voice miranda and beautiful song .
Connie Sebree
Love to here this more love it Mirada is amazing
Irene Kaufer
Absoulutely love this lil cowgirl a very gifted beautiful soul of light love dreams and lotsa hope! Very creative artist