When Naomi Judd found herself pregnant, she quickly got married but not to the father of her first child, daughter Christina Ciminella. Christina, born May 30, 1964, became known as Wynonna Judd when the mother-daughter duo stormed the country charts in the 1980s.
After Naomi Judd divorced, she moved from Hollywood, back to Morrill, Ky., with Wynonna and another daughter Ashley. There, she worked as a nurse in a local infirmary. Outside working and school hours, she and the children would sing anything from bluegrass to showbiz standards for their own amusement. However, when Wynonna nurtured aspirations to be a professional entertainer, her mother lent her encouragement, to the extent of moving the family to Nashville in 1979. Naomi's contralto subtly underlined Wynonna's tuneful drawl.
In addition to many performances on Ralph Emery's morning television show, Naomi elicited an audition for RCA Records while tending a hospitalized relation of label producer Brent Maher. With a past that read like a Judith Krantz novel, the Judds -- so the executives considered -- would have more than an even chance in the country market. An exploratory mini-album, which contained proved the executives correct. The single "Had a Dream (From the Heart)" peaked at No. 17 in 1984. Later that year, the Judds scored their first of 14 No. 1 hits with "Mama He's Crazy."
Self-composed songs included Naomi's 1989 composition "Change of Heart," dedicated to her future second husband (and former Elvis Presley backing vocalist) Larry Strickland. Meanwhile, Maher co-wrote hits such as 1985's Grammy-winning "Why Not Me," "Turn It Loose," "Girls Night Out," "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Ol' Days)" and "Rockin' With the Rhythm of the Rain."
Most Judds records exhibited an acoustic bias and a penchant for star guests that included the Jordanaires on "Don't Be Cruel," Emmylou Harris on "The Sweetest Gift," Mark Knopfler on his "Water of Love" and Bonnie Raitt playing slide guitar on the album Love Can Build a Bridge. In 1988, the pair became the first female country act to found their own booking agency (Pro-Tours), but a chronic hepatitis infection forced Naomi to retire from the concert stage two years later.
The Judds toured America in a series of farewell concerts before Wynonna began her solo career. Wynonna got off to a strong start, as her first two singles both went to #1. Her 1994 single "Girls With Guitars" featured Naomi (as well as Lyle Lovett) on backup vocals.
In 1998, The Judds appeared in a commercial for the retail chain Kmart, singing Wynonna's single "Woman To Woman".
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a New Year's Eve concert in Phoenix. The following year, the duo recorded four new tracks for a bonus disc issued with Wynonna's album New Day Dawning, and undertook a multi-city tour. The results were issued as the album Reunion Live. A 2004 single, "Flies On The Butter (You Can't Go Home Again)" was recorded with Naomi; however, the single was credited as "Wynonna with Naomi Judd" instead of "The Judds".
I Know Where I'm Going
The Judds Lyrics
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Don't you wanna come too?
I got my reservations
And I got one for you
The train's leavin' just after dark
There's always room for a lovin' heart
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
I know my destination
It's a' waiting for me
I got no hesitation
That's where I want to be
And by the time that the sun comes up
I'll be drinkin' from a lovin' cup
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
Don't you wanna come?
Don't you wanna ride?
Don't you wanna be there by my side?
Hand in hand holdin' on to
A sweet salvation that's waitin' for me and you
I know why I'm singin'
Don't you wanna sing too?
Can't you hear the bells a' ringin'?
Let the spirit move you
Just close your eyes and let it flow
Lean your head back, let it go
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
Don't you wanna come?
Don't you wanna ride?
Don't you wanna be there by my side?
Hand in hand holdin' on to
A sweet salvation that's waitin' for me and you
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
I got my reservations
And I got one for you
I know why I'm singin'
Don't you wanna sing too?
Can't you hear the bells a' ringin'?
Let the spirit move you
Spirit move you, yeah
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
I know where I'm goin'
Don't you wanna come too?
The Judds's song "I Know Where I'm Going" is a cheerful and upbeat tune about knowing your destination in life and wanting to share that journey with someone you love. The lyrics suggest that the singer has a clear sense of direction and purpose, and that they are eager to embark on a new adventure. The invitation to join in on the journey is extended to the listener, as the singer wants them to experience the same joy and fulfillment that she anticipates.
The first verse sets the tone for the song with the statement "I know where I'm goin', don't you wanna come too?" This is a bold assertion that suggests that the singer has a solid plan for her life and knows exactly what she wants. She extends an invitation to the listener to join her on this adventure by suggesting that she has a "reservation" for them, indicating that she is excited to have someone to accompany her on this journey.
The rest of the lyrics continue in this vein, with the singer expressing her confidence about her destination and anticipation for the journey ahead. There is a sense of excitement and anticipation in the song that is palpable, particularly in the catchy chorus that invites the listener to "come along" and be a part of the adventure. The repeated chorus serves as a reminder that the singer knows exactly where she is going and wants the listener to be a part of the journey.
Overall, "I Know Where I'm Going" is a joyful and enthusiastic song about finding one's purpose in life and wanting to share that journey with others. It is a call to action for the listener to join in on the adventure and experience the same sense of purpose and fulfillment as the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
I know where I'm goin'
The singer knows their destination.
Don't you wanna come too?
The singer is inviting others to join them.
I got my reservations
The singer has already made plans.
And I got one for you
The singer has arranged for someone else's participation as well.
The train's leavin' just after dark
The singer has a specific departure time in mind.
There's always room for a lovin' heart
The singer believes there's space for others who share their romantic interests.
Don't you wanna come too?
The singer is still inviting others to join them.
I know my destination
The singer is confident about where they're going.
It's a' waiting for me
The singer knows that their destination is eagerly awaiting their arrival.
I got no hesitation
The singer is sure about their decision.
That's where I want to be
The singer has a strong desire to be at their destination.
And by the time that the sun comes up
The singer expects to arrive at their destination before daybreak.
I'll be drinkin' from a lovin' cup
The singer looks forward to experiencing romantic fulfillment at their destination.
Don't you wanna come too?
The inviting continues.
Don't you wanna come?
The singer is asking if the listener wants to join them.
Don't you wanna ride?
The singer is inviting the listener to travel with them.
Don't you wanna be there by my side?
The singer wants the listener to accompany them.
Hand in hand holdin' on to
The singer wants to share experiences with the listener.
A sweet salvation that's waitin' for me and you
The destination represents a kind of deliverance, and the singer hopes to share that with the listener.
I know why I'm singin'
The singer knows the reason for their joy.
Don't you wanna sing too?
The singer suggests that the listener should be feeling happy and joyful too.
Can't you hear the bells a' ringin'?
The singer wants the listener to become aware of the excitement and anticipation around them.
Let the spirit move you
The singer encourages the listener to relax and enjoy the moment.
Just close your eyes and let it flow
The singer advises that the listener just let their emotions take over.
Lean your head back, let it go
The singer encourages the listener to physically relax and let the experience take over.
Spirit move you, yeah
The singer repeats their message to relax and enjoy the moment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Brent Maher, Craig Bickhardt, Don Schlitz
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