Lachey starred in the hit reality television series Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica with his then-wife, fellow pop singer Jessica Simpson, which ran on MTV for four seasons from 2003 to 2005. Lachey and Simpson separated in November 2005 and were divorced on June 30, 2006.
Lachey released his first solo album entitled SoulO in 2003. The album was a commercial failure and only produced two singles, "This I Swear" (the title track for Newlyweds) and "Shut Up". Lachey released his second solo album, What's Left of Me on May 9, 2006. Certified Gold, the album reached #2 on the Billboard 200 and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. It has thusfar produced two singles, "What's Left of Me" and "I Can't Hate You Anymore".
Aside from making music, Lachey has starred in movies (Bewitched and The Hard Easy) and has made appearances on various television shows (Charmed, Faking the Video, Hope and Faith, Twins and One Tree Hill). He has also been a contributing sportscaster for ESPN's College GameDay. Recently, he has appeared in ads for "Clix", a brand of Axe deodorants.
Lachey is now dating MTV Veejay Vanessa Minnillo, and is rumored to be releasing "Patience" as his next single in January 2009, with a new album coming two months afterward.
Let Go
Nick Lachey Lyrics
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Anywhere let's take a flight she said, "Who knows what we might see?"
I was ready to go but I didn't know that fate was gonna stop me
I met this girl she rocked my world and she's there waiting for me
But the train was late, she's at the gate, stuck in the rain, she got on the plane
I guess this girl will hate me forever
I guess were not meant to be together
If that's the way it is
Then that's the way it goes
And everybody knows
If that's the way it feels
Then that's the way it flows
It's out of your control
Just let go
Let go
I thought I knew back in school that I would be a doctor
Mom said, "Study hard and you'll go far." But then I went and shocked her
I said I'm leaving today to go to L.A. I want to be a rock star
I thought I knew, but I'm a fool
Now I'm sleeping on the cold floor
Where the private jet - ain't happened it
Kristal champagne, stuck in the rain
Sorry mom don't hate me forever
I guess I should of kept it together
[Chorus]
If that's the way it is
Then that's the way it goes
And everybody knows
If that's the way it feels
Then that's the way it flows
It's out of your control
Just let go
Just let go
You can try to make the sun rise again
You can try to turn the tides, but you can't
You can drive the car
You can sign your name
Hold on so tight that you'll go insane
You can try to plan your life to the end
You can try to run the race until you win
You can buy the house
You can own the car
Doesn't matter who you are
I said the train is late you gotta wait
Your private plane is sitting in the rain
All of us are in it together so let go
Let go (let go)
[Chorus x2]
If that's the way it is
Then that's the way it goes
And everybody knows
If that's the way it feels
Then that's the way it flows
It's out of your control
Just let go
Let go
The song “Let Go” by Nick Lachey is a contemplative tune that delivers a message of acceptance and surrender to life’s circumstances, rather than fighting against them. The song tells the story of someone who meets a girl on a Friday night and they hit it off, but fate intervenes and they are not able to be together. The lyrics convey the sadness and frustration of the situation, but also the realization that sometimes things are out of our control, and we have to learn to let go.
The song also touches on the theme of chasing your dreams and taking risks, even if it means going against the expectations of others, such as your parents. Lachey shares his personal experience of pursuing his dream of becoming a rock star, despite his mother’s expectations for him to become a doctor. The lyrics reflect the difficulty and uncertainty that come with pursuing passions, but also the excitement and adventure that comes with stepping out of one’s comfort zone.
Overall, “Let Go” is a powerful reminder to embrace life’s ups and downs, to take risks, and to let go of what we cannot control.
Line by Line Meaning
I met this girl Friday night she said why don't you come with me
Nick met a girl who invited him to go with her anywhere.
Anywhere let's take a flight she said, "Who knows what we might see?"
The girl wanted to go on an adventure and explore the world.
I was ready to go but I didn't know that fate was gonna stop me
Nick was prepared to go with the girl, but unforeseen circumstances got in the way.
I met this girl she rocked my world and she's there waiting for me
Nick felt a strong connection with the girl and believed she was waiting for him.
But the train was late, she's at the gate, stuck in the rain, she got on the plane
The girl was delayed and eventually left on the plane without Nick.
I guess this girl will hate me forever
Nick assumes the girl will always hold a grudge against him for missing the opportunity to go with her.
I guess were not meant to be together
Nick comes to terms with the fact that him and the girl may not have been meant to be together.
Just let go
The chorus encourages letting go of things that are beyond our control.
I thought I knew back in school that I would be a doctor
Nick originally believed he would become a doctor, based on his mom's encouragement.
Mom said, "Study hard and you'll go far." But then I went and shocked her
Nick surprised his mom by announcing he was leaving to become a rock star in L.A.
I said I'm leaving today to go to L.A. I want to be a rock star
Nick followed his musical dreams and moved to L.A.
I thought I knew, but I'm a fool. Now I'm sleeping on the cold floor
Nick realizes he may have made a mistake by pursuing his dreams at the expense of his comfort.
Where the private jet - ain't happened it. Kristal champagne, stuck in the rain
Nick's life didn't turn out as glamorous as he may have thought, with no private jet or champagne, and instead, getting stuck in the rain.
Sorry mom don't hate me forever. I guess I should of kept it together
Nick apologizes to his mom for not following her expectations and admits he could have handled the situation better.
You can try to make the sun rise again. You can try to turn the tides, but you can't
The bridge emphasizes the futility of trying to control things that are out of our control.
You can drive the car. You can sign your name. Hold on so tight that you'll go insane
We may try to control things like driving a car or signing a contract, but obsessing over them can lead to negative consequences.
You can try to plan your life to the end. You can try to run the race until you win
Trying to plan for everything and win at everything is impossible.
You can buy the house. You can own the car. Doesn't matter who you are
Material possessions do not change the fact that some things are out of our control.
Lyrics © IKENATOR MUSIC INC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LAUREN CHRISTY, GRAHAM EDWARDS, SCOTT SPOCK, NICK LACHEY
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Paige
on Don't Shut Me Out (Main Version)
Is there a way anyone can put this up on YouTube? I don't have an Amazon account and don't think I'll be able to get one. I'd love to hear this.