Holt had voice roles in the films Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast and Gnome Alone, and starred in the feature films Class Rank, Same Kind of Different as Me, and Status Update. Her debut EP, "Olivia", was released on Hollywood Records on July 15, 2016.
Holt recorded three songs for the 2012 film Girl vs. Monster, in which she also starred. The songs were featured on the compilation Make Your Mark: Ultimate Playlist. She won a 2013 Radio Disney Music Award for Best Crush Song for "Had Me @ Hello", which was featured in the film.[13] She also recorded a cover version of "Winter Wonderland" for the 2012 Disney Channel Holiday Playlist album.[26] Her song "Carry On" was the theme song for the 2014 Disneynature film Bears.[20]
In October 2014, Holt signed a record deal with Hollywood Records.[27] Her debut single, "Phoenix", came out on May 13, 2016. The music video was released on June 23, 2016.[28][29] Olivia, her debut EP, was released on July 15, 2016.
In 2016, Holt went on her first tour, the Rise of a Phoenix Tour, with Ryland Lynch, Isac Elliot and Forever in Your Mind. She and Forever in Your Mind also performed at the 2016 TJ Martell Family Foundation Day in Los Angeles on October 9, 2016.
In April 2017, she was picked as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month appearing on NBC's Today show with Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford performing her hit "History". Her single "Generous", which was written by Fransisca Hall and MoZella, was released on September 22, 2017. The song's music video was directed by Chris Applebaum. "Generous" reached number 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. In 2018, she collaborated with Martin Jensen on "16 Steps" and with Nicky Romero on "Distance". The same year, she released the single "Bad Girlfriend".
Her 2020 single "Love U Again" featuring R3hab reached number 40 on the Billboard Hot Dance / Electronic Songs chart. It was followed by "Take Me Out of It" later that year. Through early 2021 she released the singles "Do You Miss Me" and "Love On You". She also covered The Smashing Pumpkins song "Today" for the TV series in which she stars Cruel Summer. On June 11, 2021, a compilation EP called "In My Feelings" was released, containing her previous released singles. On June 25, 2021, she released the single "Next", co-written with Meghan Trainor.
Holt parted ways with Hollywood Records in November 2021.
These Boots Are Made for Walkin'
Olivia Holt Lyrics
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Something you call love but confess
You've been a'messin' where you shouldn't 've been a'messin'
And now someone else is getting all your best
Well, these boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
You keep lyin' when you oughta be truthin'
You keep losing when you oughta not bet
What's right is right but you ain't been right yet
These boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
You keep playing where you shouldn't be playing
And you keep thinking that you'll never get burnt,hah
Well, I've just found me a brand new box of matches, yeah
And what he knows you ain't have time to learn
These boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Are you ready, boots?
Start walkin'
Olivia Holt's version of "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" is a cover of the original 1966 hit song by Nancy Sinatra. The song is about a woman who is tired of her man's lies and cheating and decides to take control of her life by putting on her boots, walking away from the relationship, and letting her man know that she is done with his behavior. The singer is in a position of power, and she has had enough of her lover's lies and infidelity. With a lighthearted melody, the song belies its true message of female empowerment.
The lyrics of "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" are straightforward, direct, and unambiguous. The singer speaks in a confident and assertive tone, telling her partner that he has been "a'messin" where he "shouldn't have been a'messin.'" She then tells him that "one of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you," implying that she is going to leave him for good. The chorus repeats the message that "these boots are made for walking," emphasizing the idea of taking action to improve the singer's life. The song is ultimately an anthem for women's independence and empowerment, and the message still resonates with audiences today.
In summary, "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" is a classic hit that has stood the test of time with its empowering message for women. The song is about a strong-willed woman leaving a relationship that no longer serves her best interest. The simple yet catchy tune and the strong vocals of Olivia Holt make this song a must-hear.
Line by Line Meaning
You keep saying you got something for me
You keep telling me that you have feelings for me
Something you call love but confess
But you admit that it's not really love
You've been a'messin' where you shouldn't 've been a'messin'
You've been getting into situations that you shouldn't have
And now someone else is getting all your best
And now you're giving your best to someone else
Well, these boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
My boots are made for walking, and that's what they will do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Soon, I will take control and leave you behind
You keep lyin' when you oughta be truthin'
You keep telling lies instead of telling the truth
You keep losing when you oughta not bet
You keep making bad decisions and losing instead of winning
You keep samin' when you oughta be a'changin'
You keep doing the same things even though you should be changing
What's right is right but you ain't been right yet
You know what is right, but you haven't done the right thing yet
These boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
My boots are meant for making a statement, and that's what they will do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Soon, I will take control and leave you behind
You keep playing where you shouldn't be playing
You keep involving yourself in situations that you shouldn't be in
And you keep thinking that you'll never get burnt,hah
And you think you can always get away with it
Well, I've just found me a brand new box of matches, yeah
But I have found a way to take control
And what he knows you ain't have time to learn
And the other person knows something that you don't
These boots are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do
My boots are meant for making a statement, and that's what they will do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Soon, I will take control and leave you behind
Are you ready, boots?
Are you prepared to take control?
Start walkin'
It's time to take control and move on
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lee Hazlewood
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