Nelson began his entertainment career in 1949, playing himself in the radio sitcom series, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1952, he appeared in his first feature film, Here Come the Nelsons. In 1957, he recorded his first single ("I'm Walkin' b/w "A Teenager's Romance", Verve 10047X4S), debuted as a singer on the television version of the sitcom, and released the No. 1 album titled Ricky. In 1958, Nelson released his first #1 single, "Poor Little Fool", and in 1959 received a Golden Globe nomination for "Most Promising Male Newcomer" after starring in Rio Bravo. A few films followed, and when the television series was cancelled in 1966, Nelson made occasional appearances as a guest star on various television programs. In his twenties, he moved away from the pop music of his youth, and began to perform in a more country rock style. After recording several albums with mostly session musicians, most of which flopped, he formed the Stone Canyon Band in 1969 and experienced a career resurgence, buoyed by the live album In Concert at the Troubadour, 1969 and had a surprise hit with 1972's "Garden Party", which peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100. His comeback was short-lived, however, as his record label was bought out and folded, and his followup albums were not well promoted by his new label. He continued to perform live and take small television roles through the 1970s, though his label dropped him by the end of the decade. He released two more albums, with unimpressive results, before his death in a plane crash on New Year's Eve, 1985.
Nelson was married once, to Sharon Kristin Harmon, from 1963 until their divorce in 1982. They had four children: actress Tracy Nelson, twin sons and musicians Gunnar and Matthew, and actor Sam.
Nelson was born on May 8, 1940, in Teaneck, New Jersey. He was the second son of entertainment couple Harriet Hilliard Nelson (born Peggy Lou Snyder; July 18, 1909 – October 2, 1994) and Ozzie Nelson (March 20, 1906 – June 3, 1975). His father Ozzie was of half Swedish descent. The Nelsons' older son was actor David Nelson (October 24, 1936 – January 11, 2011).
On May 8, 1961 (his 21st birthday), he officially modified his recording name from "Ricky Nelson" to "Rick Nelson". His childhood nickname proved hard to shake, especially among the generation who had watched him grow up on "Ozzie and Harriet". Even in the 1980s, when Nelson realized his dream of meeting Carl Perkins, Perkins noted that he and "Ricky" were the last of the "rockabilly breed".
In 1963, Nelson signed a 20-year contract with Decca Records. After some early successes with the label, most notably 1964's "For You" (#6), Nelson's chart career came to a dramatic halt in the wake of Beatlemania, The British Invasion, and later the Counterculture era. However, instead of dropping him, Decca kept him on board.
In the mid-1960s, Nelson began to move towards country music, becoming a pioneer in the country-rock genre. He was one of the early influences of the so-called "California Sound" (which would include singers like Jackson Browne and Linda Ronstadt and bands such as Eagles). Yet Nelson himself did not reach the Top 40 again until 1970, when he recorded Bob Dylan's "She Belongs to Me" with the Stone Canyon Band, featuring Randy Meisner, who in 1971 became a founding member of the Eagles, and former Buckaroo steel guitarist Tom Brumley.
Nelson died in a plane crash on New Year's Eve 1985, flying from Guntersville, Alabama, to Dallas, Texas, for a concert. The plane he was on, a Douglas DC-3, had a history of mechanical problems. All seven passengers, including Blair, died. Only the two pilots survived.
Nelson's funeral took place at the Church of the Hills, Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Cemetery, on January 6, 1986, and he was privately buried in the Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills Cemetery, in Los Angeles. His estate was bequeathed to his children.
Anytime
Rick Nelson Lyrics
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Anytime you're feelin' blue
Anytime you feel downhearted
That will prove your love for me is true
Anytime you're thinkin' `bout me
That's the time I'll be thinkin' of you
So anytime you say you want me back again
That's the time I'll come back home to you
Anytime you're thinkin' `bout me
That's the time I'll be thinkin' of you
So anytime you say you want me back again
That's the time I'll come back home to you
The song "Anytime" by Rick Nelson is a simple yet powerful declaration of love and devotion. The lyrics speak of being there for someone anytime they need you, as a demonstration of your love for them. The song opens with the lines "Anytime you're feelin' lonely, Anytime you're feelin' blue, Anytime you feel downhearted, That will prove your love for me is true." This sets the stage for the song's central message, which is that true love is about being there for someone through thick and thin.
The song then goes on to explain that thinking about someone when they're not around is a sign of true love. "Anytime you're thinkin' 'bout me, That's the time I'll be thinkin' of you, So anytime you say you want me back again, That's the time I'll come back home to you." This verse reinforces the first one, that true love is about being present for someone even when you're not physically together. It also implies a sense of reciprocity, that if you're thinking about someone when they're not around, they are likely thinking of you as well.
Overall, "Anytime" is a simple yet poignant reminder of the power of love and the importance of being there for someone when they need you. The song's message is timeless, and it is no wonder that it has stood the test of time as a beloved classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Anytime you're feelin' lonely
Whenever you feel alone, I want you to know that I am here for you.
Anytime you're feelin' blue
Whenever you're feeling sad, remember that my love is true and I want to make you happy.
Anytime you feel downhearted
Whenever you feel discouraged or disheartened, I want to be there to lift you up and support you.
That will prove your love for me is true
If you turn to me in your times of need, it shows that your love for me is real and strong.
Anytime you're thinkin' 'bout me
Whenever you have me on your mind, just know that you are always on my mind too.
That's the time I'll be thinkin' of you
I always think of you, especially when you think of me - our thoughts are intertwined.
So anytime you say you want me back again
If you ever feel like you need me or want me back in your life, just tell me and I will return.
That's the time I'll come back home to you
Whenever you call for me to come back to you, I will come running - you are my home.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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pancho's villa
I had this song on vinyl. Love the steel guitar.
very cool song.