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.
New Strings
Miranda Lambert Lyrics
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Take me far away from Amarillo
I bet this car will go real fast
The wheels might even drive me past
The places that you said I'd never go
Oh
The Texas sky is the biggest one I've seen
All the things that make you mad,
All the baggage in your past
Don't leave much room for a girl like me to be
So I'll fill her up with hope and worn-out dreams
And I'll grab the wheel and I'll point it west
Pack the good and leave the rest
I'll drive until I find the missing piece
You said I wouldn't get to far on a tank of gas and an empty heart
But I got everything I'll ever need
I got this old guitar and a brand new set of strings
Mama said I never should have done it
I should have ended us before we ever started
Daddy knew about my pride so he stood there and he smiled inside,
I pretended that I didn't notice
A little tear that fell when I said I was going
And I'll grab the wheel and I'll point it west
Pack the good and leave the rest
And drive until I find the missing piece
You said I wouldn't get to far on a tank of gas and an empty heart
But I got everything I'll ever need
I got this old guitar and a brand new set of strings
I've worried about life and if it's right and right on time
I guess if you don't jump you'll never know if you can fly
You said I wouldn't get to far on a tank of gas and an empty heart
But I got everything I'll ever need
I got this old guitar and a brand new set of strings
"New Strings" is a song by country artist Miranda Lambert from her debut album, "Kerosene." The song is an anthem for self-discovery and taking control of one's life. The song's main theme is about escaping a dead-end town and an unhappy relationship to embark on a new journey.
The first verse sets the scene for the listener, conveying the singer's desire to leave the town behind and start anew. She is confident in her ability to leave the past behind, and she believes that her car will take her far away from everything that held her back. The second verse speaks to the baggage that the singer's past relationship left her with, and how she is determined to make a change for the better; however, she is also filled with a sense of apprehension about the unknown. The chorus is a declaration of the singer's self-assuredness and determination, and her belief that music will help her find her way.
The third verse explores the disapproval the singer faces from her parents, who believe that she is making a mistake by leaving. Despite this, she is resolute that this journey is what she wants and needs. The final chorus encapsulates the message of the song, with the singer confidently acknowledging that she already possesses everything that she needs to succeed.
Overall, "New Strings" is a powerful anthem about taking control of one's life and forging one's own path, even in the face of opposition.
Line by Line Meaning
I bet this road will take me out of here
I believe that by traveling on this road, I will leave this place and go far from Amarillo.
Take me far away from Amarillo
I want to be taken as far away as possible from Amarillo.
I bet this car will go real fast
I am confident that this car can travel at high speed.
The wheels might even drive me past
Perhaps the car will exceed your expectations and take me even further than you would have thought.
The places that you said I'd never go
I'm going to travel to the places you said I would never go to.
The Texas sky is the biggest one I've seen
The sky in Texas is huge, but apparently not big enough for both of us.
But it still ain't big enough for you and me
We are not meant to occupy the same space together.
All the things that make you mad,
The things that make you upset,
All the baggage in your past
The emotional weight of your past experiences,
Don't leave much room for a girl like me to be
There's not much space left for someone like me in your life.
So I'll fill her up with hope and worn-out dreams
Therefore, I will fill myself up with hope and dreams that have been disappointed but not crushed.
And I'll grab the wheel and I'll point it west
I'll take control of the car and aim it in a westerly direction.
Pack the good and leave the rest
I'll pack the things that I value and leave behind everything else.
I'll drive until I find the missing piece
I'll keep driving until I find what's missing in my life.
You said I wouldn't get to far on a tank of gas and an empty heart
You believed that I wouldn't make it far with only a full gas tank and a heart that feels hollow.
But I got everything I'll ever need
But I have everything that I will ever need.
I got this old guitar and a brand new set of strings
I have this old guitar that I cherish and a new set of strings to play it with, which brings me joy and comfort.
Mama said I never should have done it
My mother told me I shouldn't have done this.
I should have ended us before we ever started
She thinks I should have broken up with you before we even began our relationship.
Daddy knew about my pride so he stood there and he smiled inside,
My father understood that I have a lot of pride and he pretended not to show how proud he was deep down.
I pretended that I didn't notice
I pretended not to see the pride in my father's smile.
A little tear that fell when I said I was going
I saw a small tear fall from someone's eye when I said I was leaving.
I've worried about life and if it's right and right on time
I've been concerned about whether my life choices are correct and if they are happening at the right time.
I guess if you don't jump you'll never know if you can fly
You won't find out whether you can achieve great things if you don't take risks.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MIRANDA LAMBERT
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@christar9527
How can anyone not like this? She has it all. Beautiful woman and great music. Love it 😊.
@laughingcat341
I remember seeing Miranda performing this song on a country show years ago. She was obviously a star but overshadowed by the likes of Carrie Underwood, etc. I knew she would eventually have her day...and did she ever. Sometimes Country takes awhile to catch up. Go Miranda
@andrearichardson2405
laughingcat and for Carrie Got her foot in the Door sing with People like Randy Travis. Got to the GRAND OLD OPTEY then went that lead straight to money. Don’t get me wrong she is very talented. But Miranda has managed to blend the both and like the People that don’t loose one off the Generations. Has stuck True To Herself And has both. That what really puts her in the Group that are Really Remember Willie Nelson, Dolly, Loretta Lynn. She is Her real Self. She will be remember by all. “GUNPOWDER AND LEAD” is great 👍 G👩🏻🦳G
@christar9527
Andrea Richardson Carrie is a sellout. She looks bad and makes trashy music now. Miranda has remained true to herself and country music. Gunpowder and Lead!
@kljl2
@christar 95 I'm sure she's a better singer than you... And a better more respectful person..... By your standards literally every musician is a sellout.... Including Miranda
@kyleem3340
This song is a throwback and still amazing! I'm so proud to be a fan. I can't wait to see her in concert in 22 days :)
@Carolina.R.
😍😍
@mikesummers7084
Ky M michaelsummers
@jyotshnagoswami
So cool I love this it makes me remember memories I never had somehow nostalgic
@carlharrison5939
Miranda is such a beautiful person both in looks and character. Love her music to bits.