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Amanda was born January 17, 1982 in Belleville, Ontario and was raised in Trenton, Ontario. Her passion for singing began early. She recalls being inspired by her dad Steve performing in bands, and his singing to her when she was very young, instilling in her a love of music. As a toddler, Amanda listened to Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline and Etta James and at the age of three, made her first public appearance with her dad at her grandma and grandpa’s 25th anniversary. Amanda and her dad kept singing together. Amanda has recently gone solo and her self-titled debut album has garnered numerous award nominations and critical praise since its release.
Brown-haired, blue-eyed Tyler was born into his musical family on April 30, 1984. He learned to play the guitar and the art of writing songs from his father. When he was 13, Tyler and his family moved to Nashville, Tennessee so that his father could concentrate on songwriting. After only three weeks in Music City, the Wilkinson family signed their first record deal with Giant Records. In addition to all things musical, Tyler loves scuba diving, football and honing his skills as the front man for his rock band, Motion Picture Ending. Even with all the fame, he remains modest; Tyler says he just wants “to do my best at anything I do and not limit myself.”
Born August 18, 1955 in Belleville, Ontario, Steve’s interest in music started when he bought his first guitar at age 13. He grew up loving the music of Hank Williams, Hank Snow and Johnny Cash, as well as The Beatles, Paul Simon and James Taylor. A self taught guitarist and songwriter, he claims that it’s his second love, music, that won his first love -- his wife, Christine. It was because of her support that he found the courage to move the family to Nashville. That move resulted in international number ones, gold albums, Grammy recognition, multiple Canadian awards and a hit CMT television series.
not today
The Wilkinsons Lyrics
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This roof of mine could use a break
The clouds are bound to blow away
Someday, someday
There's just some things you can't control
Like when it rains or when someone goes
And broken hearts do mend I know
Someday, someday
Today is for missing the way you laughed
Sitting with this stack of old photographs
While the black and white movie plays
I'm giving in
It's a little self indulgent
But right now that's okay
I'll get over you someday
But not today
I get advice from all my friends
How to get back on my feet again
And it will happen I know when
Someday, someday
But not today
Today is for missing the way you laughed
Sitting with this stack of old photographs
While the black and white movie plays I'm giving in
It's a little self indulgent
But right now that's okay
I'll get over you someday
But not today
Maybe as soon as tomorrow
This storm will pass
I don't think 24 hours
Is a lot to ask
I'm giving in
It's a little self indulgent
But right now that's okay
I'll get over you someday
But not today
The Wilkinsons's song "Not Today" expresses the feeling of missing someone who has gone away and dealing with the heartache that comes with it. The song starts with the singer acknowledging the uncontrollable nature of life, like when it rains or when someone leaves. The chorus then declares that while broken hearts will eventually mend and the rain will stop, today is not that day. Instead, today is a day for self-indulgence and reflection on what has been lost. The second verse speaks of seeking advice from friends, but ultimately deciding to dwell in the sadness a little longer. The song ends with a glimmer of hope that maybe tomorrow will be easier, but for now, the hurt remains.
The use of the metaphor of the five-day storm serves as a powerful representation of the sorrow and heartache that can outlast a natural disaster. The lyrics portray the sense of powerlessness in uncontrollable situations, but also the resilience and strength it takes to endure the storm. Overall, "Not Today" is a heartfelt and relatable ballad about heartache, grief, and the process of healing.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been raining five days straight
It has been raining continuously for the last five days
This roof of mine could use a break
My roof needs a break from the constant rainfall
The clouds are bound to blow away, Someday, someday
The clouds will eventually clear up, but it's uncertain when that day will come
There's just some things you can't control, Like when it rains or when someone goes
There are certain things in life that are beyond our control, such as weather and people leaving us
And broken hearts do mend I know, Someday, someday, But not today
Although hearts can eventually heal over time, it won't happen today
Today is for missing the way you laughed, Sitting with this stack of old photographs, While the black and white movie plays
Today I am reminiscing about the way you used to laugh, looking at old photos, and watching a black and white movie
I'm giving in, It's a little self-indulgent, But right now that's okay
I am allowing myself to indulge in these memories, even if it may seem selfish to others
I'll get over you someday, But not today
Eventually, I'll move on from our relationship, but that day is not today
I get advice from all my friends, How to get back on my feet again, And it will happen I know when, Someday, someday, But not today
My friends are giving me advice on how to move on, and I know I will eventually be okay, but that day is not today
Maybe as soon as tomorrow, This storm will pass, I don't think 24 hours, Is a lot to ask
Perhaps the storm in my heart will pass as soon as tomorrow, and I don't think it's too much to hope for
I'll get over you someday, But not today
Once again, I'll eventually move on, but that day is not today
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CARLIN AMERICA INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GARY S. BURR, STEVE WILKINSON
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