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.
Somebody Else
Miranda Lambert Lyrics
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I feel like driving somewhere far away
I've got the top rolled down
The radio way up loud
Playing Willie and old Hank
I don't really have a certain destination
I'll just fill the gas tank up
I want to feel my freedom blowing through my hair
Throw my troubles to the wind
And scream out I don't care
I'm tired of being down and out
'Cause that ain't what life should be about
I can feel the load get lighter with every mile
I want to be somebody else for a little while
Sometimes we?re afraid to change
Scared of what tomorrow brings
Same routine everyday
If you never stop and listen
You won't know what you'll be missing
Let your life slip away
I want to feel my freedom blowing through my hair
Throw my troubles to the wind
And scream out I don't care
I'm tired of being down and out
'Cause that ain't what life should be about
I can feel the load get lighter with every mile
I want to be somebody else for a little while
I want to feel my freedom blowing through my hair
Throw my troubles to the wind
And scream out I don't care
I'm tired of being down and out
'Cause that ain't what life should be about
I can feel the load get lighter with every mile
I want to be somebody else for a little while
Stay up all night and sleep all day
And wake up with a smile
I want to be somebody else for a little while
The song "Somebody Else" by Miranda Lambert is about wanting to escape from the monotony of life and explore new territory, even if it's just a drive down the highway. The singer of the song is tired of feeling stuck and going through the motions of daily life, and wants to feel a sense of freedom and excitement. She references classic country artists Willie Nelson and Hank Williams, implying that she wants to tap into a sense of nostalgia and simplicity that comes with simpler times. The song encourages listeners to embrace change even if it's scary, and to let go of their troubles and live in the moment.
The lyrics in "Somebody Else" are relatable to anyone who has ever felt stuck in a rut or unhappy with their current situation. The song embodies the idea of the open road as a symbol of freedom and escape, and is ultimately a call to action for listeners to take control of their lives and embrace new experiences. The mood of the song is upbeat and energetic, with a driving drumbeat and twangy guitar riffs that evoke feelings of adventure and possibility.
Line by Line Meaning
Highway 65 sure sounds kinda nice
The thought of escaping somewhere far from here seems appealing.
I feel like driving somewhere far away
I want to leave everything behind and experience something new and different.
I've got the top rolled down
The wind blowing through my hair is invigorating.
The radio way up loud
Music helps me escape reality and connect with my emotions.
Playing Willie and old Hank
I want to listen to classic country artists who sing about living free and enjoying life.
I don't really have a certain destination
I don't know where I'm going, but that's okay. I'm open to whatever comes my way.
I'll just fill the gas tank up
I have what I need to start this journey and I'm ready to begin.
And use my imagination
Anything is possible if I can dream it up and make it a reality.
I want to feel my freedom blowing through my hair
I want to feel liberated and unburdened from my daily struggles and stressors.
Throw my troubles to the wind
I want to let go of my worries and live in the moment without fear or anxiety.
And scream out I don't care
I won't let the opinions of others dictate how I live my life. I am free to be myself.
I'm tired of being down and out
I'm exhausted from feeling defeated and hopeless.
'Cause that ain't what life should be about
I don't want to be sad and stuck in the same routine. Life is too precious to waste on negativity.
I can feel the load get lighter with every mile
As I travel further away, I feel a sense of relief and clarity.
I want to be somebody else for a little while
I want to take a break from my current identity and experience life from another perspective.
Sometimes we're afraid to change
We fear the uncertainty and unpredictability that comes with making major life changes.
Scared of what tomorrow brings
The future seems daunting and overwhelming.
Same routine everyday
I feel trapped in a cycle of monotony and predictability.
If you never stop and listen
If you don't take the time to reflect on your life, you might miss out on valuable experiences and opportunities.
You won't know what you'll be missing
There are endless possibilities in life, and you won't know what you're capable of until you take a chance and try something new.
Let your life slip away
Don't let valuable opportunities and moments pass you by without taking advantage of them.
Stay up all night and sleep all day
I want to let loose and live without worrying about a schedule or obligations.
And wake up with a smile
I want to feel happy and content with my life and the choices I'm making.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LAMBERT
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Jayee Smith
I love this song.
T73 Sd
The only current singer I like. I just heard this album existed today. Thanks for posting!!
Lori Lucier
I love this song!❤ I'm a huge Miranda fan! But unlike people that are star struck by any celebrities, I always see her as if she wasn't one. Like a neighbor next door. She's a person like us. She has celebrations & hard times. That's why I love everything about her. She writes & sings her songs that we all relate to! This song describes every word about me! I have a few chronic illnesses, so it's this song that gets me through the day, everyday! I doubt she sees our comments. She's a busy woman. I wish there was a way that she would know how much she saves my life through this song & 100's of her other ones. If it wasn't for her raw truth songs, I'd just stay in bed, only to get up for the few things we all do, then get straight back to bed! Thank you Miranda!💯❤
Marilyn Cantrell
When you're a poor country girl it's so nice to be somebody else for a little while
Mitchy Babe
Sometimes I wanna be somebody else. That or the situation and the peopl3 around me need to change. At the moment I'm struggling to go to work because it's not I want to do not is the pay good. I want to work in a hospital as a registered nurse which I am but everywhere has rejected my application. Maybe if I were someone else I would get a good job. Until I get a good job, thankfully I have this song.
SimplyTine
Sucks there's no karaoke version on this.