She moved to Nashville, Tennessee in 1991 with the goal of becoming a country artist. Songwriter Harlan Howard heard Sara as she sung a demo of one of his songs, "Tiger By the Tail" at County Q Studios**, and decided she should sing his music. She went under contract with RCA.
In 1997 Evans released her first album Three Chords and the Truth. Critics praised the album for returning to traditional country and recognized it on many of their top ten of the year lists. Unfortunately, it did not catch on with country radio at the time and none of the three singles made the top 40.
In 1998 Evans released her sophomore album No Place That Far. Critics slammed her for choosing a more pop/country oriented album. Her first single "Cryin' Game" hardly charted. It would be her next single "No Place That Far," a duet with Vince Gill, that would be her first number one single. The album has been certified gold. She actually had been a backup singer for Vince Gill, which definitely played a role in showcasing her talents and leading her ever growing popularity and success.
Evans released her "make it or break it" album, Born To Fly in 2000. Her first single "Born To Fly" hit the number one spot and proved to be her biggest hit until "Suds in the Bucket." The hits kept coming in as her next single "I Could Not Ask For More" hit the number two spot. "Saints and Angels," Evans' favorite song on the album, hit the number sixteen spot and the last single "I Keep Looking" made it to the number five spot. Thus far, the album has been certified double platinum.
Evans led the pack as the most nominated artist at the 2001 Country Music Association awards with seven nominations, and won her first CMA award when her song “Born to Fly” won the award for Video of the Year.
In 2003 Evans released Restless. This album showed her versatility as the songs combined different genres such as country, pop, blues, and soul. The album's first single "Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" went to number sixteen. The next single, "Perfect," went to number two. The next single "Suds in the Bucket" went to number one and became her biggest hit since "Born to Fly" and quickly became a fan favorite among her songs. The next single "Tonight" failed to reach the top 40. Restless has been certified platinum.
In 2004 Evans was the most played female singer on country music radio thanks to singles such as "Suds in the Bucket" and "Perfect."
In 2005, Sara Evans struck gold with the country ballad "A Real Fine Place to Start". With help from this single her album Real Fine Place was propelled to No.1 on the top of the country charts and No. 3 on the pop charts with over 130,000 copies sold in the first week, nearly tripling the sales from her last album debut Restless. Real Fine Place was the best debuting album of her career. The single from the album stood on top of the Billboard and Radio and Record Charts for two weeks. Evans was nominated for two CMA awards, including the prestigious "Female Vocalist of the Year" and prized "Musical Event of the Year" (the latter in part due to her duet with Brad Paisley, "New Again"). However, she lost in both categories. Sara went on the road with Brad Paisley and newcomers Sugarland on Brad's "Time Well Wasted Tour". Her current single "Cheatin'" has quickly become the fastest rising single of her career. Real Fine Place has recently been certified gold.
On December 6, 2005 Sara released Feels Like Home through Cracker Barrel stores. The album consists of alternate versions of some of her most memorable songs. For example, there is an acoustic version of "No Place That Far," a live version of "Born To Fly," and several other versions of her most popular songs.
Low
Sara Evans Lyrics
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Like a bird up in the sky
Just like heaven's somewhere up above clouds
I was made to raise my voice lift my hands and rejoice
Just like Jesus they couldn't keep him down
Low
The very first time you were held
The way your daddy still looks at your mama now
Ain't that the way that love should be
Gets you high makes you believe
There's nothing in this world get us down
Low
I'm gonna roll this stone away
Live my life my way
And stand up on my faith
Just like the sun rises everyday
The tide is gonna change
You can't keep me low
When my worries seem too big
I'm gonna dance like David did
Cause hallelujah I am glory bound
No I won't be afraid
When trouble gets in my face
I'll turn my back and stomp that devil down
Low
I'm gonna roll this stone away
Live my life my way
And stand up on my faith
Just like the sun rises everyday
The tide is gonna change
You can't keep me low
I won't let dreams get buried
Even when I'm feeling down
I won't linger in the darkness
I'll be walking out
I'm gonna roll this stone away
Let the light shine on my face
And stand up on my faith
Just like the sun rises everyday
The tide is gonna change
You can't keep me low
Sara Evans's song "Low" is a powerful anthem that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit to overcome adversity and rise above life's challenges. The song's opening lyrics, "Like your dreams were meant to fly, like a bird up in the sky, just like heaven's somewhere up above clouds," set a tone of hope and optimism that runs throughout the entire song. Evans speaks to the innate desire within all of us to break free from our limitations and to live a life that is full of purpose and meaning.
The chorus of the song, "I'm gonna roll this stone away, live my life my way, and stand up on my faith," is a bold declaration of independence and faith in oneself. It is a reminder that we are all capable of achieving our dreams if only we have the courage and the determination to make them happen.
The second verse of the song, "Like the way your mama felt, the very first time you were held, the way your daddy still looks at your mama now, ain't that the way that love should be," speaks to the power of love and the support that we need from others to achieve our dreams. It is a reminder that we are not alone in this world and that there are people who believe in us and want to see us succeed.
Overall, "Low" is a song about hope, resilience, and the courage to overcome life's challenges. It is a powerful reminder that no matter how low we may feel, we always have the strength and the power within us to rise above and achieve our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Like your dreams were meant to fly
Just like how dreams are meant to be chased and pursued, I am meant to soar and reach new heights.
Like a bird up in the sky
Similar to how a bird is free to fly as high as it can go, I too am free to pursue my dreams and live my life to the fullest.
Just like heaven's somewhere up above clouds
Heaven, a place of peace and happiness, is just beyond the clouds. Similarly, my own inner peace and happiness can be found by rising above my troubles and fears.
I was made to raise my voice lift my hands and rejoice
My purpose in life is to celebrate and be grateful for all the good things in it, and to use my voice and actions to inspire others to do the same.
Just like Jesus they couldn't keep him down
Just like how Jesus conquered death and rose again, I too can overcome any obstacles in my path and rise to achieve my goals.
Like the way your mama felt
Similar to how a mother feels when holding her newborn child, I feel an overwhelming sense of love and joy when I pursue my passions and dreams.
The very first time you were held
Just like how a newborn child feels the warmth and love of their parents for the first time, I too can experience a new sense of love and fulfillment when I pursue my passions and dreams.
The way your daddy still looks at your mama now
Just like how a father looks at his wife with love and admiration, I can continue to pursue my passions and dreams with the same level of excitement and devotion as when I first started.
Ain't that the way that love should be
This is how love should be felt and expressed, with a continuous sense of passion and devotion.
Gets you high makes you believe
Passion and love can elevate your spirit and make you feel like anything is possible, giving you the confidence to pursue your dreams and reach your goals.
There's nothing in this world get us down
No matter what life throws at us, we can rise above it and persevere through determination and belief in ourselves.
I'm gonna roll this stone away
I will remove any obstacles in my path and move forward with unwavering determination.
Live my life my way
I will chart my own course and pursue my passions on my own terms.
And stand up on my faith
I will rely on my beliefs and trust in the journey ahead, even when it gets difficult.
Just like the sun rises everyday
Just like the sun rises each day, I will wake up each morning with renewed energy and determination to live my life to the fullest.
The tide is gonna change
The current state of things will not last forever, and they will eventually turn in my favor.
You can't keep me low
Nothing can keep me from achieving my goals and living the life that I want.
When my worries seem too big
When my problems seem insurmountable and overwhelming,
I'm gonna dance like David did
I will find joy and inspiration in the face of adversity, similar to how David danced joyfully in the Bible despite his troubles.
Cause hallelujah I am glory bound
I am on a path to greatness and success, and I will reach my full potential.
No I won't be afraid
I will not let fear hold me back from pursuing my passions and dreams.
When trouble gets in my face
When I encounter obstacles and challenges,
I'll turn my back and stomp that devil down
I will face my problems head-on and overcome them with determination and a positive attitude.
I won't let dreams get buried
I will not let my dreams and aspirations fade away or go unrealized.
Even when I'm feeling down
Even when I am feeling discouraged or down about my progress or situation,
I won't linger in the darkness
I will not stay mired in negativity or despair, but rather will seek out the light and move forward with positivity and determination.
I'm gonna roll this stone away
I will move past any obstacles or challenges, and continue on my path to success and fulfillment.
Let the light shine on my face
I will bask in the warmth and positivity of my achievements and progress, and stay focused on my dreams.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROBERT NOLAN JR. GREEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jamesleibensperger6489
What a positive country gospel song, and how the good Lord saves us to better things ! May we love others into the arms of Jesus ! God bless you Sara for sharing this song to your fans!!!!
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@dianadaughterofthemosthigh2610
She's Awesome! Underrated for sure!!! 🎤🎶❤🐎
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@IndifferentIntrovert
Wish I could listen to this song over and over again on Spotify. So hhhhaaaawwwwtttt!!!! ❤️🔥🤩
@thestudio3238
I played it over and over again this weekend, dancing in my kitchen!
@mitchybabe8154
So uplifting and beautiful. Praise God for this song and its meaning. May we all be encouraged and moved by it:)
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@waynehackney5812
I love this women's songs. So much strength in her lyrics. Always a lady , and always strong.
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