Olivier Award winner, Ruthie Henshall was born on March 7 in Bromley, Engla… Read Full Bio ↴Olivier Award winner, Ruthie Henshall was born on March 7 in Bromley, England.

She has been dancing for most of her life and has appeared in such shows as "Cats" and "A Chorus line."

Ms. Henshall has recorded three albums, 'Love is Here to Stay, ' a tribute to the music of the Gershwins and two others entitled 'Pilgrim' and 'The Ruthie Henshall Album.'

This multi-talented star of the stage can sing from a low belt to a high soprano. She also is an excellent actress who effortlessly moves audiences to tears.

Ruthie Henshall has played Ellen in "Miss Saigon, " Fantine in "Les Miserables, " Nancy in "Oliver, " and both Velma and Roxie in "Chicago." She and Michael Ball received the Theatregoer's Club of Great Britain Award for Most Popular Musical Stage Actor and Actress. Ruthie made her debut on Broadway in "Putting it Together."

She is married to Canadian-born, UK based singer (lead singer for the UK based band Van Tramp) and actor Tim Howar. They have two daughters.

My Own Best Friend
Ruthie Henshall Lyrics

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One thing I know
And I've always known
I am my own best friend
Baby's alive
But baby's alone
And baby's her own best friend

Many's the kind

Who told me he cares
But they were scratchin' my back
'Cause I was scratchin' theirs

And trusting too
That's only for fools
I play the game
When I make the rules
And rule number one
From here to the end
Is I am my own best friend

I am my own best friend
Baby's her own best friend
Three musketeers
Who never said die
Are standing here this minute
Me, myself, and I

Life is a school
I'll pass every test
If life is a game
I'll play it the best
'Cause I won't give in

And I'll never bend
And I am my own - best friend

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ruthie Henshall and Ute Lemper's song My Own Best Friend focus on the idea of self-reliance and self-love. The song emphasizes the importance of being your own best friend and the benefits of independence. The first verse talks about how the singer has always known that she is her own best friend. She then goes on to say that although she may feel alone, she is not truly lonely because she has herself. The second verse mentions how many people may claim to care about her, but she does not trust them because she believes they are only looking out for themselves. The singer has learned that trusting others is foolish, so she plays her own game and sets her own rules.

The chorus declares that the singer is her own best friend and has no need for anyone else. She compares herself to the Three Musketeers who never give up and stand strong together. The singer believes that life is a game or a test, and she will succeed by relying on herself. She refuses to give into external pressures or bend to anyone's will. Overall, the song celebrates the idea of self-love and independence, suggesting that being your own best friend is the path to fulfillment.

Line by Line Meaning

One thing I know
I have always known one thing for certain

And I've always known
This knowledge has never wavered or changed

I am my own best friend
I am the only person I can truly rely on and trust

Baby's alive
There is a part of me that is vulnerable and needs care

But baby's alone
I am the only one who can provide that care for myself

And baby's her own best friend
I look to myself for comfort and support

Many's the kind
There have been many people

Who told me he cares
Who claimed to care for me

But they were scratchin' my back
But their motivations were selfish and they expected something in return

'Cause I was scratchin' theirs
Because I was also benefiting from the relationship

And trusting too
Trusting others is a dangerous game