Lynne's first recording for Epic was a duet with George Jones, "If I Could Bottle This Up", which became a top-50 hit in 1988. In 2000 she won a Grammy award for "Best New Artist", despite the fact that she had been recording and releasing records for more than ten years
With Tears, Lies, and Alibis the follow-up to 2008's Just A Little Lovin' and the first release on her own label, Everso Records, Shelby Lynne affirms her position as a visionary, iconoclastic artist who deftly weaves country, soul, rock, blues, pop and folk influences to forge her own unique style. Like Identity Crisis (2003) and Suit Yourself (2005), this sparse, unguarded collection was produced by Lynne, who evokes a live-in-the-studio vibe from a stellar group of musicians. Born in Quantico, VA, she grew up in Jackson, AL and headed to Nashville at an early age. At 18, Lynne s demos landed her an appearance on TNN s Nashville Now series, which led to a Top 50 duet ( "If I Could Bottle This Up" ) with George Jones and a record deal. Following the release of the critically acclaimed I Am Shelby Lynne in 2000, she won the GRAMMY® for Best New Artist. She made her acting debut in 2005, playing Johnny Cash's mother in the Fox Searchlight motion picture Walk the Line.
Down Here
Shelby Lynne Lyrics
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It's a natural thing
Even in my dark Dixie closet
It's easy to see
School bus bumpin' over the creek
Does everybody know the secret I keep
But I know God and he knows me
Down here
Big church steeples piercing the sunset
And busted bicycle chains
Seeing how my eyes open for me
Rivers of pain
Oh lightning strike away the pain
Thunder clap away the shame
Truth is a masquerade
Down here
Down here
Down in the country
Out in the hills
Out in the country
3 dollar bills
Down in the country
Out in the hills
Out in the country
3 dollar bills
Down in the country
Out in the hills
Out in the country
Out in the hills
3 dollar bills
In Shelby Lynne's song Down Here, the lyrics describe the singers' love for someone in a natural and effortless way, even in their "dark Dixie closet." The lyrics are a representation of the singer's acceptance of themselves, even in a culture or society that may not accept them openly. Despite being in a place where secrets and shame may be prevalent, the singer finds solace in their love and in their relationship with their God. The song describes the beauty of their surroundings, such as big church steeples and the sound of a school bus bumping over a creek, while also acknowledging the pain and struggles that exist in their world.
The lyrics paint a picture of a place where societal norms and expectations may not align with the singer's personal beliefs and feelings. The lyrics also suggest a strong connection to nature and the landscape, as evidenced by descriptions of deep rural surroundings and references to rivers of pain. Ultimately, the song is a touching tribute to love and acceptance in the face of adversity and societal pressure.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you like I'm not thinking 'bout it
My love for you is innate, it comes naturally without me having to actively think about it
It's a natural thing
Love is not forced, it flows naturally
Even in my dark Dixie closet
Even in the most hidden and darkest parts of myself, my love for you still exists
It's easy to see
My love for you is apparent and undeniable
School bus bumpin' over the creek
A school bus drives over a creek as a reference to childhood memories and simpler times
Does everybody know the secret I keep
I have a secret that I keep hidden from others, wondering if everyone else knows
But I know God and he knows me
Despite my secret, I have faith in God and believe He knows me better than anyone else
Big church steeples piercing the sunset
The large steeples of a church that pierce through the sunset symbolize the strength and guidance of faith
And busted bicycle chains
The broken chains on a bicycle symbolize the brokenness or struggles in life
Seeing how my eyes open for me
I am grateful for being able to see and appreciate the beauty and goodness in life
Rivers of pain
Difficulties in life that bring emotional pain and suffering
Oh lightning strike away the pain
A plea for a sudden and powerful change or release from the emotional pain
Thunder clap away the shame
A plea for overcoming feelings of guilt or embarrassment with a powerful and confident response
Truth is a masquerade
The concept of truth can be disguised or hidden, and difficult to determine
Down in the country
Referring to the rural Southern experience and way of life
Out in the hills
Referring to the isolation and difficult living conditions of rural areas
3 dollar bills
An expression used to describe something fake or unnatural
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Joanne Beauchamp
Shelby is by far one of the most versitile singers in the music business...she can sing ANYTHING...country, blues, rock...you name it, she can sing it.
Ring
Been listening for years! Always a pleasure!💘💘💘
Tammy Ward
She's ABSOLUTELY Fantastic and FULL of Heart and Soul!! 🎶🌎🎸🎷
Albinoni Pianohaus
Видно, как музыканты сами балдеют от музыки! Это здорово!)))
Lenny Buttz
I've loved Shelby's singing from the very beginning, what an incredible vocal talent.
Ring
Moved to the South and this song hits home!
JC Wood
I could NEVER get tired of watching this performance!
paul elliott
Saw her playing in Dublin in 2012
Absolutely spell binding and sounding awesome
This is majestic with a full band
tai shudai
Shelby like a boss.
UncleJ4
Damn, she has such a great voice.