Renee developed a great love for music at an early age and honed her voice by singing
along with the radio. Before long she was entering talent contests and appearing in
local musical productions. Her aspirations for stardom were documented on video and
became the subject of two E! television documentaries,
"The Making of a Child Star" and "The Journey Continues".
In 1995, Renee appeared in her first commercial, the award winning ad for Levi Jeans.
In 1998 she did a Segento Cheese commercial.
She made her first foray in TV in 1995 in "Streets Of Laredo".
In 1998, Renee appeared in the episode "Doodlebug" in "Touch By An Angel".
In 1999, she was seen in two shows, "Chicken Soup For The Soul" and "Providence".
In 1999, Renee’s first major motion picture roles were "The Insider",
starring Al Pacino and Russell Crowe, and "End Of Days" with
Arnold Schwarzenegger. And, in 2000, she appeared in "Space Cowboys".
In 2002, she had her first major role in the CBS comedy "Still Standing", a four year run.
But, by 2002, Renee’s second career, her singing career, began to take shape.
After she saw the movie "Pleasantville", she fell in love with Etta James’s "At Last",
which began a love affair with the music of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald,
Anita O’Day and the Great American Songbook.
Then Renee was able to perform with Eddie Reed’s Swing Band playing LA area clubs.
In September 2002, she released "By Request" to commemorate her club performances.
"At Last" being one of the tracks.
Renee gained the attention of Grammy Award winning producer David Foster
and subsequently signed a contract with the Warner Records label.
In 2003, 13 year old Renee performed at the Playboy Jazz Festival singing
"At Last" to an amazed jazz audience, who gave Renee a standing ovation.
Bill Cosby, whose jazz band backed Renee quipped that “she’s only 13
and knows only one song”.
Finally, in May 2004, all elements of Renee’s career came together.
On the "Still Standing" final episode, of the second season, she performed "Summertime",
in a dream sequence, the first track on her self-titled CD "Renee Olstead",
produced by David Foster, released that month.
The release started Renee on a whirlwind promotional tour starting with
the "Today Show" and "Jazz At Lincoln Center Spring Gala" in NYC.
Montreux Jazz Festival, as part of a European tour, David Letterman and
finally Oprah ended a busy 2004. Renee’s CD was #5 on the
Billboard Jazz Chart, for 2004, after many rave reviews.
In 2004, Renee recorded two songs for movie soundtracks.
She recorded "Merry Christmas In Love" for the Italian movie "Christmas In Love"
and "A Love That Will Last", a track on her CD, was used in "Princess Diary 2".
Also, in the summer of 2004, Renee’s next film "13 Going On 30" was released.
During and after the end of the "Still Standing" run, in the Spring of 2006,
Renee continued to perform her music around the world.
She performed in numerous charity events in the US.
Renee again toured Europe, this time with B.B. King, performed in Live 8,
in Berlin, and with Chris Botti and at the "Unite The Stars" charity event,
in South Africa.
Performance highlights include the "28th Gift Of Life Celebration" hosted
by George Lopez, with Renee performing "Midnight Man" with David Foster,
in 2007. The Java Jazz Festival, in 2008, "My Baby Just Cares For Me",
where Renee received the International Jazz Talent Award, and the "Hit Man:
David Foster And Friends" tribute to David Foster with Renee performing Through The Fire, in 2008.
In 2008, she recorded her third movie soundtrack with "Ain’t we Got Fun"
for the movie "Kit Kittredge: An American Girl".
TV came back in the picture, in 2008, as Renee was cast in the series
"The Secret Life Of The American Teenager" as Madison.
In the final episode, of the second season, again her two careers came together,
as Madison sang "Fly Me To The Moon" and
"Someone To Watch Over Me" at a wedding reception.
In 2009, Renee’s long awaited CD "Skylark", again produced by David Foster,
was released, and peaked at #3 on the Billboard Jazz Chart.
Discography:
2000: Stone Country
2000: Unleashed
2002: By Request
2004: Renee Olstead
2009: Skylark
Official Web Site: www.ReneeOlstead.com
Official Fan Site: www.ReneeOlstead.info
A Love That Will Last
Renee Olstead Lyrics
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Don't want the middle or the one before
I don't desire a complicated past
I want a love that will last
Say that you love me, say I'm the one
Don't kiss and hug me and then try to run
I don't do drama, my tears don't fall fast
I don't want a just a memory
Give me forever
Don't even think about saying good-bye
'cause I just want one love to be enough
And remain in my heart till I die
So call me romantic, oh, I guess that's so
There's something more that you ought to know
I'll never leave you so don't even ask
I want a love that will last forever
I want a love that will last
I don't want a just a memory
Give me forever
Don't even think about saying good-bye
'cause I just want one love to be enough
And remain in my heart till I die
So there's just a little more that I need
I wanna share all the air that you breathe
I'm not the kinda girl to complicate the past
I want a love that will last forever
I want a love that will last always
I just want a love that will last
I want a love that will last
In "A Love That Will Last," Renee Olstead sings about her desire for a long-lasting and committed relationship. She is looking for someone who can offer her stability and consistency. She doesn't want someone who is just going to come and go or someone who will play games with her. She is a romantic and believes in the power of true love, which is why she wants to find someone who will stay with her forever. She doesn't want to complicate things or dwell on the past; she wants to focus on building a strong and lasting connection with her partner.
The song's lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and authenticity that is relatable to many listeners. Renee Olstead's beautiful vocals add to the emotional depth of the song, as she sings about her desire for a love that will stand the test of time. The song's chorus emphasizes the importance of finding a love that is more than just a fleeting memory or a passing fling. Instead, the singer is looking for a love that will give her forever and remain in her heart until the end of her life.
Overall, "A Love That Will Last" is a powerful and heartfelt song about the search for true love and the desire for long-term commitment. Its timeless message and beautiful melody have made it a favorite of many listeners over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a little something more
I want a love that goes beyond just a casual or temporary relationship
Don't want the middle or the one before
I don't want a relationship that is just mediocre or one that comes after a string of failed relationships
I don't desire a complicated past
I don't want to deal with any emotional baggage from past relationships
I want a love that will last
I want a love that is strong, committed, and long-lasting
Say that you love
Express your love for me directly and honestly
Say I'm the one
Let me know that I am the only one you want and love
Don't kiss and hug me and then try to run
Don't lead me on or give me false hope just to leave me later
I don't do drama
I don't want any unnecessary or excessive emotional conflict in our relationship
My tears don't fall fast
I am not easily upset, but I want a love that can endure even when times are tough
I don't want a just a memory
I want a love that is more than just a passing experience or memory
Gives me forever
I want a love that lasts a lifetime
Don't even think about saying good-bye
I don't want you to ever leave me
'cause i want just one love to be enough
I want one true love that will fulfill me completely
And remain in my heart till i die
I want a love that will always stay with me, even after death
So call me romantic
I may seem idealistic or dreamy, but that is what I want in a love
Oh i guess that must be so
I understand that not everyone may want the same thing, but this is my desire
there's something more that you oughta know
There are deeper, more profound reasons behind my desire for a lasting love
I'll never leave you
I am committed to staying with you forever
So don't even ask
You don't need to question my loyalty or dedication to our relationship
Forever
My love for you will always endure
I want a love that will last
I want a love that is strong, committed, and long-lasting
So there's little more that i need
I don't need much else besides a love that is true and lasting
I want to share all the air you breathe
I want to be inseparable and share everything with you
I'm not the kinda girl to complicate the past
I am not interested in revisiting old relationship issues or bringing up unnecessary drama
I want a love that will last
I want a love that is strong, committed, and long-lasting
Always
My love for you is everlasting
I just want a love that will last
I want a love that is strong, committed, and long-lasting
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Foster, Linda Thompson
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