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I've been immersed in music since conception. It's all I've ever been interested in. Ever. My entire family on my fathers side all play and sing and half write their own material. They don't even know how far it goes back, but they believe that during the civil war, one of our ancestors was a prisoner of war in Andersonville Confederate Prison. He played the fiddle and as the story goes, he played for the soldiers which allowed him to get enough food to stay alive.
I was raised on a tobacco farm in Taylorsville Kentucky. Looking back, it was almost a Kentucky-story-book kind of life with Country and Bluegrass music all around. But we listened to EVERYTHING, so collectively, it was as diverse as you can imagine. I worked in tobacco with my family from the age of 4 until I was 21, and, at the time, couldn't wait to get away, so that's what I did.
I moved to Louisville Kentucky in 1988 and illegally worked the night joints, due to the fact I was underage. My first STEADY music job was a solo gig at the Granville Inn on 3rd street. Three months later, I was hired by a south side Chicago native, a black dude that called himself "Tophat".
Top was a KILLER backbeat/blues/motown drummer. Funny thing is, he fronted the band with a saxaphone that he'd sqeek and sqauk around on and only played the drums when he couldn't find someone else to do it. He was one of the last "chitlin' circuit" style performers I've seen. It was like stepping back in time.
This was where I REALLY learned how to survive as a musician. This guy hustled gigs out of thin air. He'd talk his way into places that didn't hire live music. He'd book a show without even having a band put together, then go to a blues jam and round up a bunch of guys he had just met to play the gig, without any rehearsals. He'd lead the whole band through every song (showing them where to build, stop, punch, etc.) all while playing sax, singing and entertaining (even did the splits every now and then). What amazed me MOST was his abillity to always pull it off. He actually ended up hiring ME at a blues jam (and bummed a ride home that night to the other side of town). Everything he did was by the seat of his pants, but he was always a professional. He taught me the "old school" etiquette of stage and band management. He introduced me to all the black clubs and players in Louisville. My two favorite being Smoketown Red and Kush Griffin. Kush was with James Brown as one of the horny horns and Parliment in their prime. He also was responsible for introducing me to my life long friend "Portland" Johnny Hayes on the drums (bad M.F.) who played with me for most of my stint in Louisville. Johnny was also a Tophat protoge. All of this was my schooling. I owe these people a lot, but especially Top.
I eventually drifted back to my roots of bluegrass, folk and country and started an acoustic band called the Galoots. The first version was Todd Osborne and Dennis Talley. We really had a unique blend that fell into place easily. Eventually, as bands do, we drifted appart and the second inception of the band took place. Comprised of Steve Cooley, Mike Shroeder, and Larry Raley. That band ramped it into more of a moshgrass scene. That did what it did and I decided I had to go to Nashville in '98.
I did three shows at the Station Inn with the second version of the Galoots and ended up with production and publishing offers. I took the publishing, not being a fan of production "deals". Publishing led to demo, demo led to pitching songs to label for other artists to cut, pitch led to "who is this guy", "who is this guy" led to showcase, showcase to deal, and there you have it. I signed with MCA in 2000.
Later, left MCA and eventually went to Equity. Left Equity and joined MUZIKMAFIA. Since then I've gotten several cuts on other artists, writing a lot, playing a lot, producing a lot, and having fun alot. -Shannon Lawson
Superstar
Shannon Lawson Lyrics
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This middle of nowhere ain't no tinsel town
But as long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
You're worried this road you're on won't take you very far
But I love you baby, no matter where you are
And as long as you've got me you'll always be
The sun comes up every morning
But you're still the brightest star in my sky
When darkness falls all around me
I find the light of my life in your eyes
I'll run beside you chasing your wildest dreams
Even if you never make the silver screen
As long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
The sun comes up every morning
But you're still the brightest star in my sky
When darkness falls all around me
I find the light of my life in your eyes
If the years leave us standing right where we are
Just know you've made your mark right here in my heart
Just know as long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
As long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
You're my superstar
You're my superstar
The lyrics of Shannon Lawson's song, Superstar, speak about a person's doubts and fears about their career path and their future. The person is waiting for their moment of fame, however, they feel like they are stuck in the middle of nowhere, away from the bright lights of Hollywood. But despite that, the person is reassured by their loved one that they are always going to be a superstar to them, regardless of their success in the entertainment industry. The lyrics focus on the love and support that the loved one provides and how it helps the person to keep chasing their dreams even if they never get on the silver screen.
The song's lyrics are very relatable as many people have similar fears and doubts about their careers and futures. The song reminds people that pursuing their dreams and passions is important even if things do not always work out as planned. It is the love and support of the ones who care about us that makes us feel like superstars.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you're waitin for your day in the sun to come around
You are eagerly waiting for your big break to happen.
This middle of nowhere ain't no tinsel town
Our current location is not a glamorous or popular city like Hollywood.
But as long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
You have my love and support, which makes you a superstar in my eyes.
You're worried this road you're on won't take you very far
You are concerned that your current path will not lead you to success or fulfillment.
But I love you baby, no matter where you are
I will always love and support you, no matter where life takes you.
And as long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
My love for you will ensure that you never feel like anything less than a superstar.
The sun comes up every morning
But you're still the brightest star in my sky
Your presence and love makes everything brighter and better in my life.
When darkness falls all around me
I find the light of my life in your eyes
During times of hardship or trouble, your love and support is what gets me through.
I'll run beside you chasing your wildest dreams
Even if you never make the silver screen
I will be by your side, supporting you in your pursuit of your biggest dreams, even if they don't involve fame or fortune.
If the years leave us standing right where we are
Just know you've made your mark right here in my heart
Even if we don't achieve everything we hope for, your presence and love has left a lasting impression on my heart and soul.
Just know as long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
My love and support will ensure that you will always feel like a superstar in someone's eyes.
As long as you've got me you'll always be
Somebody's superstar
The love and support I give you will make you feel like a superstar, regardless of your level of success or fame.
You're my superstar
You are my superstar, and nothing will ever change that.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BEN HAYSLIP, SHANNON LAWSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Darron H
on Rainy Day Whiskey
any body have the lyrics and guitar cords for rainy day whisky?