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.
Wall In Your Heart
Shelby Lynne Lyrics
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I feel the rain
What happened to you
I can't get to you
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
I know your soul
I know I'm home
Just come here to me
I'll let you run through me
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
We'll break down all the troubles we have found
And I'll find a way to mend your broken pieces
We'll hold hands and be friends
Until the end and our love will be forever
But there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
The lyrics of Shelby Lynne's "Wall In Your Heart" express the desire to break through the emotional barrier that someone has put up, to reach them on a deeper level. The singer acknowledges the pain and rain that the person is experiencing, but also recognizes the wall that they have put up around their heart. The wall is described as cold and dark, with the person seemingly having no idea how to break through it. However, the singer vows to get through the wall, even if it is the last thing they do. They believe that once the wall is down, they can mend the broken pieces of the person's heart, and their love will last forever.
The song addresses the common experience of people putting up walls to avoid getting hurt, and how difficult it can be to connect with someone who has done so. It speaks to the power of persistence and love, and the belief that with enough effort, any barrier can be broken down. The lyrics also evoke a sense of vulnerability and empathy, as the singer acknowledges her own pain and desire to help the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel your pain
I empathize with you
I feel the rain
I know you're going through a tough time
What happened to you
I want to understand your situation
I can't get to you
I'm having difficulty connecting with you
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
You've put up emotional barriers
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
You're emotionally closed off and you're not aware of it
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
I'm determined to break through your emotional barriers and connect with you
I know your soul
I know I'm home
Just come here to me
I'll let you run through me
I understand your true self and I welcome you to be yourself around me
We'll break down all the troubles we have found
And I'll find a way to mend your broken pieces
We'll work together to overcome our problems and I'll help you heal your emotional wounds
We'll hold hands and be friends
Until the end and our love will be forever
We'll support each other through thick and thin, and our bond will endure
But there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
Despite the emotional barriers you've put up, I'm committed to breaking through and building a strong relationship with you
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GLEN BALLARD, SHELBY LYNNE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@monsieurthames3972
I feel your pain
I feel the rain
What happened to you
I can't get to you
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
I know your soul
I know I'm home
Just come here to me
I'll let you run through me
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
We'll break down all the troubles we have found
And I'll find a way to mend your broken pieces
We'll hold hands and be friends
Until the end and our love will be forever
But there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
@monsieurthames3972
I feel your pain
I feel the rain
What happened to you
I can't get to you
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
I know your soul
I know I'm home
Just come here to me
I'll let you run through me
Cause there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
We'll break down all the troubles we have found
And I'll find a way to mend your broken pieces
We'll hold hands and be friends
Until the end and our love will be forever
But there's a wall
In your heart
That no one can get through
And it's cold and it's dark
And you don't have a clue
But this wall it will fall
If it's the last thing I do
I'll get through this wall in your heart
@nadiasimmons5403
Always loved this song! 🌻
@chmney2830
me too
@razback8661
I had never heard this song until I saw "Shallow Hal" the other night. I fell in LOVE with the song. Simple, but perfect lyrics. Good production too.
@TheJonathansk
Touching song... everytime I listen to this song no matter how many years passed.
@lalnu-i_khiangte_2OOO
Came here after I saw Shallow Hal and this song really stuck in my mind...I wasn't disappointed, i really could listen to Shelby's sweet voice time and time again
@helenmaia6405
Is a perfect song!
@RightHere777
A word "Beautiful" Song!
@fairydust-ky4oc
Beautiful song.
@thetraveller6832
Because in life its the simple things that matter! Always… Grateful to be living in a time where such music was playing.