Robert has made his home in Ireland for over a decade. He served his apprenticeship in Country Music since he first arrived here and is now one of the top Country artists in Ireland, his popularity spreading with extensive airplay in Europe and such distant territories as Australia.
As anyone who ever attended a Robert Mizzell show will testify, Robert with his band The Country Kings put on an energy filled show. Brimming with Country flavor his shows appeal to audiences in Nashville and wherever Country Music is popular.
He is honored to have been able to record with Collin Raye this year :
"I got chatting with Collin afterwards at a gig in Helix in Dublin, and he was saying that he really enjoyed my part of the show.Then I told him that I had this song that I always liked and that I'd love to record it with him. Its called Murder on Music Row which was a hit for Alan Jackson & George Strait. Straight up Collin Said "Lets Do it" and the rest is history."
Robert currently resides near Mullingar in Westmeath, Ireland.
RECORDINGS
Debut Album - Hello Mr DJ
Robert's first major hit "Kick Ass Country" was included on this album - as well as "Say You Love Me" which got massive radio play all over Ireland. It is still the most requested song at Robert's live shows.
Second Album - LOOKIN' LUCKY
"Lookin' Lucky" (the American release entitled "Place Beyond The Sun") was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee and contained all original country songs written by Irish and American songwriters.
Third Album - LOUISIANA MAN
After the success of Robert's first two albums it was going to be hard to produce something of the same standard, but that's exactly what Robert did. "Don't Wake Me Up (Till We Touch Down In Shannon)" was a major hit for Robert, written by Walter Cunningham.
Robert's duet with his father Richard "Walk The Line - Revisited" was a huge hit, and prompted Richard to do some shows with Robert when he visited Ireland.
A christmas song was also included on the album as a bonus track, "The Greatest Gift Of All", a lovely christmas ballad.
Fourth Album - WALTZING WITH ME
Robert's fourth album featured the hits (amongst others) "Who's Gonna Dance With Sally Ann", "You're Why God Made Me", "Louisiana Saturday Night". This album produced two Number 1 singles on the ECMA Chart.
Fifth Album - THANKS A LOT
For Robert's fifth album he chose material both new and old. He chose Ernest Tubb's "Thanks A Lot" for the title track of the album. As well as being a great country quickstep, it was meant also as a message to thank fans for their support throughout the years.
Sixth Album - THE LOUISIAN MAN HITS
This was a compilation album released with the same track list as the DVD "The Louisiana Man". People had been requesting a CD with the same songs as the DVD, so the choice was made to release one.
Seventh Album - REDNECK MAN (UNRELEASED)
This will be Robert's next release - out summer 2009. One single has already been released from the album - the duet with Collin Raye "Murder On Music Row". The single was recorded in Spout Studio, Granard, Longford with Jonathan Owens both producing and arranging the track.
DVD Release - THE LOUISIANA MAN
Robert finally found time in his busy scedule to make a DVD in 2008. Many fans had wanted a DVD for a long time and so where delighted when it was released. It featured many of Robert's hits, with music videos of each song. They were recorded on location in Ireland and in America.
As an added bonus, an out takes section was included on the DVD - many fans have since said this was one of their favourite parts of the DVD.
Many of Robert's fans who joined him on the "Walk The Line" tour of 2008 where pleased to find a video of the tour on the DVD. This featured interviews with fans and various places visited on the trip.
SINGLE CHART INFO
"Don't wake me up ('Till we touch down in Shannon)"#5 EMCA Chart June 2007
"You're Why God Made Me"#1 ECMA Chart January 2008
"You're Waltzing With Me"#1 ECMA Chart April 2008
"Thanks A Lot"#1 ECMA Chart for three weeks in August 2008.
Mama Courtney
ROBERT MIZZELL Lyrics
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I remember as a baby barely one year old
When I first met Mama Courtney with her heart of gold
I didn't know away back then how she'd influence me
And I thank Mama Courtney for the man I grew to be
My mother lost her way in life Mama Courtney took me in
She'd drive us kids around the town in a big black ghost mobile
To this day I still remember how good she made us feel
There are many children in this world who suffer hurt and shame
I thank all the Mama Courtney's who took away their pain
God works in mysterious ways I believe this is true
Though she had no children of her own she fostered 32
Blackie was her husband he drove a pick-up truck
He worked at the power station to earn an honest buck
At weekends he go hunting squirrels up in Arkinsaw
And every night when he tucked us in we would call him Pa
Us kids are all now grown up and gone our separate ways
I look back on my childhood with many happy days
And when I go back to Sri-Port I place flowers on her grave
And I thank Mama Courtney for all us kids that she saved
There are many children in this world who suffer hurt and shame
I thank all the Mama Courtney's who took away their pain
God works in mysterious ways I believe this is true
Though she had no children of her own she fostered 32
The song Mama Courtney by Robert Mizzell reminisces about a woman who changed the singer's life by taking him in as a foster child thanks to the singer's mother losing her way in life. Mama Courtney becomes a mother figure to the singer and drives the children around the town in her "big black ghost mobile." The song talks about Mama Courtney's influence on the singer and how she fostered a total of 32 children who were suffering from hurt and shame. The lyrics also describe Mama Courtney's husband, Blackie, who worked hard at the power station to earn an honest living, and went hunting squirrels in Arkansas during weekends.
The lyrics to Mama Courtney celebrate the goodness of fostering and remind listeners about the pain and hurt suffered by children in the world. The song highlights how the nurturing and caring love of people like Mama Courtney can provide shelter and support to those in need, and the positive, long-lasting impact it can have on a person's life. It also paints a picture of the singer's childhood and his feelings of gratitude towards Mama Courtney, who saved him and fostered other children like him.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember as a baby barely one year old
As an infant, I recall meeting Mama Courtney, who had a heart full of compassion and kindness
When I first met Mama Courtney with her heart of gold
The first time I met Mama Courtney, her compassionate nature was already evident
I didn't know away back then how she'd influence me
At that time, I was unaware of the positive impact she would have on my life
And I thank Mama Courtney for the man I grew to be
I am grateful to Mama Courtney for contributing to my personal growth and development as a person
My mother lost her way in life Mama Courtney took me in
When my mother struggled in life, Mama Courtney became my foster mother and supported me
She became my foster Mother and my best friend
Over time, Mama Courtney became not only my foster mother but also my closest confidant
She'd drive us kids around the town in a big black ghost mobile
Mama Courtney would chauffeur us kids around town in her large, black car
To this day I still remember how good she made us feel
Even today, I recall how she made me and others feel good and uplifted
There are many children in this world who suffer hurt and shame
Countless children endure hardship and feelings of embarrassment and disgrace
I thank all the Mama Courtney's who took away their pain
I commend all foster mothers analogous to Mama Courtney who alleviate such pain
God works in mysterious ways I believe this is true
I have faith that God's ways are enigmatic and beyond our full understanding
Though she had no children of her own she fostered 32
Despite having no biological children, Mama Courtney fostered 32 children
Blackie was her husband he drove a pick-up truck
Mama Courtney's husband, Blackie, drove a pickup truck
He worked at the power station to earn an honest buck
He earned a living by working at the power station
At weekends he go hunting squirrels up in Arkinsaw
He would spend his weekends hunting squirrels in Arkansas
And every night when he tucked us in we would call him Pa
Every night, we would bid him goodnight as he tucked us into bed, addressing him as 'Pa'
Us kids are all now grown up and gone our separate ways
All of us children have since matured and pursued our individual paths
I look back on my childhood with many happy days
Reflecting back, I recall many joyous days from my childhood
And when I go back to Sri-Port I place flowers on her grave
Whenever I visit Sri-Port, I honor Mama Courtney by adorning her grave with flowers
And I thank Mama Courtney for all us kids that she saved
I express my gratitude to Mama Courtney for saving and positively impacting the lives of all us children
Writer(s): mcmahon
Contributed by Taylor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@noahmotshwaiwa8868
never gets old. super good.
@veronicadoherty8535
Great song Robert. Veronica doherty
@OldTimeVoice
I like it.... He's a very good Singer....I love these country singers 5*****+++ worth more?......Thanks irishcountryfan for the send.........Colin.
@jtls8
A great song! I liked it very much! 5***** Thank you Anthony for sending.
@jenniferomahony51
Great song brilliant singer
@phelimscanlon
great song and great singer
@maureencresswell7128
I love this song. Brilliant.
@MrWolf27442
country music at its best
@MrNick14007
great song powerful singer saw him in the three amigos
@patclarke1562
brilliant singer xx