Born in Taft, Texas, LaRue actually spent the majority of his adolescence north of the Red River, where he was raised in Southeastern Oklahoma . He never really pictured himself doing anything else but making good music, so LaRue eventually made his way to the state’s Red Dirt hotbed of Stillwater, where he began to develop his individualized style from a widespread range of influences.
From Willie Nelson to Ray Charles, to The Grateful Dead and Kris Kristofferson, LaRue’s emerging style impressively blends varied elements of country, blues, and soulful rock into cohesive, vocal driven performances. His abilities earned the immediate respect of then “up and coming” peers including Cody Canada, Mike McClure, Jason Boland, and other cohorts of the revitalizing Texas and Red Dirt circuits (now electrifying audiences nationwide.)
In 2002, both fans and industry took good notice of LaRue after he spearheaded The Organic Boogie Band and released ”Downtown,” which was recorded in private sessions at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa and mixed in a trailer on the side of a cliff in Bartlesville,OK. It was just the beginning, as the debut cemented LaRue’s following and inspired a move to New Braunfels, Texas, where a vibrant music community and a persistent touring schedule spawned a vast response.
Fans anxiously awaited the August 2005 release of Stoney LaRue-the Red Dirt Album, which hit the Billboard sales charts in its debut week. A far cry from the mixing trailer on the cliff, The Red Dirt Album was recorded with a tight circle of players and professionals in a studio setting. The record was a pinnacle effort for LaRue and has inarguably established his triple threat status as a truly gifted vocalist, player, and performer.
Armed with golden ear musicianship, an amusing wit, and soulful magnetism, LaRue’s shows are infused with an uplifting quality, a cathartic barroom brand of spirituality, where venues are complimented for good bar “feng shui,” and where time and dimension can be traversed via emotive lyrics and melodic riffs. A charismatic performer, LaRue’s flawless vocals can draw a crowd to a open mouth level of sonic mesmerization, and next have them singing “Forever Young” so loudly that you can’t hear anything else.
At 28 years old, Stoney LaRue now performs close to 300 dates a year at top festivals and venues across the nation and even the Caribbean, sharing bills with renowned acts like Lee Ann Womack, Gary Allan,Dierks Bentley, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Radney Foster, and others. With a newly assembled band that includes Jeremy Bryant (drums), Jesse Fritz (bass), Rodney Pyeatt (guitar), and Steve Littleton (keys), Stoney LaRue is poised for his upcoming addition to the famed Live at Billy Bob’s series and even greater horizons to come.
The music is undeniably inside of Stoney LaRue, but he’s the type of artist that doesn’t HAVE to point it out to you, his belief in the music is strong enough that it just powers through transparently. Stoney LaRue is not trying to be anybody but the artist that he is, and his sincerity just seeps out, spills off the stage, and overtakes any room.
heather grows
Stoney LaRue Lyrics
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There's bills and there's habits, and there's mouths to be fed
Mama she quit trying about age 22 now you're just the right size
It's all getting left up to you
Chorus:
As if growing up wasn't hard enough to do
There's so much more the world is putting you through
That Heather is a flower and Heather grows, Heather grows
I've been around your family 16 odd years
Your brothers and sisters made you wise beyond your years
Love and cucarachas is all that there's a lot of
If you ain't playing mama, then the kids aren't being thought of
(Chorus)
With the world upon your shoulders and your baby on the way
You realize the stage you're on and the parts you've got to play
Your life is not a tragedy bringing joy to every day
Love will come returning for all the love you gave away
(Chorus)
In Stoney LaRue's song "Heather Grows," the lyrics describe the challenges that are faced by a young girl who is growing up too quickly. The song speaks about Heather's situation as one in which she has been forced to take on the responsibilities of an adult at a very young age. The lyrics suggest that Heather's parents are not able to provide for the family and that she is being asked to do too much.
The first verse of the song suggests that Heather's father is struggling to provide for the family and has had too many bumps on the head. The second part of the verse suggests that Heather's mother has given up trying to cope with the difficulties they face and has left everything in Heather's hands. The chorus describes the difficulties of growing up and the added challenge that the world places on her. The line "Do you need some understanding God only knows" suggests that Heather is in need of some help to get through her current situation.
The second verse of the song speaks of Heather's journey and how she has become wise beyond her years due to the responsibilities she has shouldered. In this verse, the lyrics suggest that if Heather is not taking care of her siblings, then they are not being taken care of at all. The final verse puts Heather's situation into perspective, acknowledging that she is carrying a heavy load, but there will be love coming in return for all of the love she has given away.
Line by Line Meaning
Well your daddy's supposed to work too many bumps on the head
Your father should be the one working, but he has been unable to due to injuries.
There's bills and there's habits, and there's mouths to be fed
There are financial obligations and vices that need to be paid for, as well as people to feed.
Mama she quit trying about age 22 now you're just the right size
Your mother gave up being a mother at a young age, leaving you to take care of the family.
It's all getting left up to you
You are the one responsible for taking care of everything now.
As if growing up wasn't hard enough to do
Growing up is already difficult, but there are additional challenges added to your life.
There's so much more the world is putting you through
The world has presented you with many obstacles to overcome.
Do you need some understanding God only knows
You may require empathy, but only God understands the extent of your struggles.
That Heather is a flower and Heather grows, Heather grows
Just like the flower, you will continue to grow and endure despite the challenges thrown your way.
I've been around your family 16 odd years
I have been part of your family for a significant amount of time.
Your brothers and sisters made you wise beyond your years
Your siblings have taught you valuable life lessons that have made you mature beyond your age.
Love and cucarachas is all that there's a lot of
There is a lot of love and also hardship in your life.
If you ain't playing mama, then the kids aren't being thought of
If you are not taking on the role of a mother, then no one is properly caring for the children.
With the world upon your shoulders and your baby on the way
You are carrying the weight of the world and also expecting a child.
You realize the stage you're on and the parts you've got to play
You are aware of the role you must take on in life.
Your life is not a tragedy bringing joy to every day
Your life may be difficult, but you can still find joy in it.
Love will come returning for all the love you gave away
You will receive love in return for all the love you have given away.
Contributed by Sophie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Turner
thanks again! i'm a big stoney fan and thats the first time i've heard that one. great song!
Mark Salmon
Stoney F'n Laure. Thanks for posting this awesome vid.
cattransman
Hell ya I got alot more I will put up tonight