Shanna Crooks was born in Florida on July 31, 1985. She grew up having a complicated childhood that involved moving into multiple homes, stepparents and a number of step- and half-siblings.
At the age of eighteen, Crooks moved to Nashville, TN to pursue a career in music. Shortly after moving, her songwriting caught the attention of country music superstar John Rich, who signed Crooks to a publishing deal in 2005. She was soon invited to join MusikMafia, the informal collective of Nashville-based musicians and artists co-founded by Rich and his collaborator Big Kenny Alphin. In addition to her MusikMafia ties, Crooks has performed backing vocals for artists ranging from Avenged Sevenfold and Robert Randolph to Randy Jackson and Sam Moore.
Her songs have been featured in national television campaigns for Clean & Clear (“Wakin’ Up To Love”), and recorded by major label artist Kelly Clarkson (“Can We Go Back”).
In 2007, she signed with Atlantic Records and immediately set about recording her debut album, slated for release in 2010.
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Shanna Crooks Lyrics
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And it's me that comes crashing down (yeah)
Why should I SETTLE if it isn't enough,
I'm only giving me the run-around
Do I expect to much
Out of the game of LOVE
Am I the only one
~Begin chorus~
What is it gonna take
When will I get my break
I know it's worth the WAIT
Cuz I want MORE!
The kind of love that's bigger than the world we know
When you said FOREVER could never, ever get old
And every day is better than the one before
That's what I'm looking for
Cuz I want MORE!
~ End chorus~
Now I'll probably say that I've been fooled more than once,
But I've only got myself to blame (yeah)
Some people sure know how to put up a front,
They could put the very best to SHAME
Do I expect too much
Raising to fall on up?
Am I the only ONE
Who wants to feel
Something real
(Back to chorus)
Cuz I want M-O-R-E!
Then just some IMITATION
The ends of changing, ?
For the words.?
Guess I have to stay patient
I don't mind waiting,
I know what I'm loo...
Cuz I want MORE!
The kind of love that's BIGGER than the world we know
When you said forever could never, ever get old
And every day is BETTER than the one before
That's what I'm looking for...
Cuz I want MORE!
The song "More" by Shanna Crooks is a sincere exploration of the artist's desire for a real, authentic love, and her reluctance to settle for anything less. Throughout the lyrics, Crooks grapples with the question of whether her standards for love are unrealistic or if she simply hasn't found the right person yet. She touches on the pain of past heartbreaks, and the difficulties of discerning who is genuine and who is just putting on a show. Ultimately, the song is a call to wait for something truly special, something that is "bigger than the world we know."
At its core, "More" is a statement about the power of love to transform and uplift us. Crooks sings of a love that is so all-encompassing that it transcends the limitations of our world and makes life infinitely better. She uses the metaphor of a fairy tale to express this idea, suggesting that the kind of love she longs for is akin to the happily ever afters we read about as children. Despite the trials and tribulations of modern dating, she remains steadfast in her belief that such a love is possible and worth the wait.
One of the most interesting aspects of "More" is the way it blends country and pop genres. The song features a driving beat, catchy hooks, and guitar riffs that could easily fit into a top 40 pop song, yet Crooks' twangy vocals and the song's earnest lyrics anchor it firmly in the country tradition. The track was produced by Kent Wells, who has worked with country legends such as Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire.
Line by Line Meaning
So many times that I have built someone up
I've invested time and energy in people expecting something in return
And it's me that comes crashing down (yeah)
However, that investment seems to be worthless, leaving me disappointed and unhappy
Why should I SETTLE if it isn't enough,
I don't want to accept anything less than what I deserve
I'm only giving me the run-around
I don't want to settle for just going round in circles in my own life
Do I expect to much
I wonder if my expectations are too high when it comes to romantic love
Out of the game of LOVE
I'm questioning whether my ideals of love match up with the realities of the world
Am I the only one
I feel like I am alone in my pursuit for true love
Who still believes in fairy tales
I still have hope in the magical fairy tales of love I've seen, heard or read
What is it gonna take
What more do I need to achieve my dreams?
When will I get my break
When will I finally find what I'm looking for?
I know it's worth the WAIT
I know that waiting for the right thing is better than settling for something less
Cuz I want MORE!
I desire more out of life, and I'm not content with settling for anything less
The kind of love that's bigger than the world we know
I'm looking for a love that transcends the ordinary and crosses boundaries
When you said FOREVER could never, ever get old
A love that will remain exciting and wonderful no matter how many years pass
And every day is better than the one before
A love that keeps growing and deepening as time passes
That's what I'm looking for
I will not settle for anything less than the perfect love that I envision
Now I'll probably say that I've been fooled more than once
Even though I might have been hurt before, I know I can't give up on love
But I've only got myself to blame (yeah)
I realize that I had made wrong choices in the past, but it isn't the end of the world
Some people sure know how to put up a front
Some people can appear to be perfect or genuine, but their facade hides their true selves
They could put the very best to SHAME
These people can deceive even the most savvy amongst us
Raising to fall on up?
I'm questioning if I'm just setting myself up for more disappointment
Am I the only ONE
I wonder if there's anyone else out there that shares my thoughts and goals regarding love
Who wants to feel
I yearn for a deep connection and sense of belonging
Something real
I'm looking for something authentic and true
Cuz I want M-O-R-E!
I'm desperately seeking and striving for something more fulfilling
Then just some IMITATION
I don't want a fake or copycat version of what I desire
The ends of changing, ?
I'm not sure if the goalposts of love keep changing or if my focus does
For the words.?
Maybe I don't know what I truly want or what it would even look like
Guess I have to stay patient
I know that my wait for real love will be worth it in the end
I don't mind waiting,
I'm willing to wait as long as needed
I know what I'm loo...
I'm sure that I'll find what I desire and I won't settle for less
The kind of love that's BIGGER than the world we know
I'm searching for a love that is vast and expansive
When you said forever could never, ever get old
A love that will remain eternally fresh and inspiring
And every day is BETTER than the one before
I want love that only become more enriched with every passing day
That's what I'm looking for...
I'm not giving up until I achieve the perfect love that I seek
Contributed by Reagan R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Fuady Chaidir
Dia mengisi backing vokal di lagu Gunslinger , Dear God , and A Little Piece of Heaven di Avenged sevenfold dia sangat totalitas dengan suara yang indah 😘
crnklbn91
Amazing song!!!! I love it!!!!
K. Origaku
she's so good!!!!!!! i just discovered her
Sophia
SHANNA CROOKS IS NOW MY NEW FAVORITE SINGER!!!! Well.... I never had an old one, but now it's tome for me to start!!! Ahhh!! She's AMAZING!!!
Denali567
i cant wait to hear more from u ur absolutely AMAZING me and my bff listen to ur songs non-stop
erintsai
Love it!!!!!! :)
Carley Banna
i LOVE this song never gets old
THE BEST SR71
you have the most beautiful voice I've ever heard you are amazing and i think i just became one of your fans
Ren Bhatara
Her little part in A7X's Dear God was enough for me to know she's a great singer
Steven Bender
i discovered her because shes the girl singing in a little piece of heaven by avenged sevenfold and im glad i looked her up cause she is a amazing singer :)