As her singles "Don't Want Another Man" and "In My Dreams" find their way to the top of the club charts, Tina Ann takes it in stride, glorying in the opportunity she has to share her voice, her beats, and her moves with larger and more enthusiastic audiences "I kind of fell into the success I have," she says with a shy smile. "I went with whatever came to me." Not to say that she didn't work hard for it. "I've been training since I was a little girl. I've always had vocal training in opera, in the classics. I've studied ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop. I've been dancing forever." And it wasn't only in the pursuit of a career as a musician that she showed determination. Even as she geared up as a songstress, she doubled up her classes at college and tore through in two years.
Upon graduation, she headed out to the West Coast, made a demo, and from there came the record deal Despite her petite yet shapely figure of the dancer she was and is, Tina Ann's voice has the heft of her triumvirate of musical idols-Mariah, Whitney and Janet. "I'm always marveled at the strength of those singers with big vocals." "They were my real influences-and the record of the Broadway show 'Annie' that I used to listen to all the time as a kid" The power of that big voice along with the tight production and quintessential club-friendly beats, have sent her music up the charts.
The combination has also made Tina Ann a new-school Dancehall queen who showcases her array of talents to throngs of club-goers around the world. Tina Ann gets a performer' high from playing to the enthusiastic crowds. "I get a thrill when people sing along at a performance" she says, a smile crossing her face as she recalls a recent show. "I am not an artist that likes to stand still. I like to provide my audience with a huge show - bring something different to the table"
Even at rest Tina Ann keeps the joyfully hectic balance that reflects her career. She lives at home in a crowded house with parents, siblings, cats, dogs and birds. "She's always singing around the house," says her mom. "We love her music, but she never stops." The good natured exasperation belies the exceptional unity of the family. Along with her mom and dad, Tina Ann's brother worked with her, serving as a backup dancer early in her career. "I even brought my 70-year old grandmother to a show once,"
Tina Ann says. "She had to wear earplugs, but she cried the whole time. She was so proud" Poised at the brink of stardom, Tina Ann has high hopes and big ambitions for the future. But her goals go beyond the usual laundry list of money, fame and a paparazzi-induced lifestyle. "More than anything else," she says, "I want to be recognized for what I have to offer the music world."
Tina Ann is a multi-talented and strong-willed young woman whose integrity impels her to control as much of the artistic process as she can. From songwriting to production to album covers to choreography and wardrobe (she designs all her own clothes)
Tina Ann is the rare, unselfish perfectionist Her next goal is to bring her eclectic tastes and ambitions to an album-in-progress that redefines the dance music genre. "I want to bring together dance and pop music. I want to come out with an album that has a different DJ with a different remix for each song - a crossover record with a little bit of everything"
As Tina Ann brings to bear her passion, focus, and family-derived sense of community to this upcoming album, as she brings her vocal magnitude and the lyrics derived from life's lessons that characterize her singles, as she keeps her commitment to aesthetic overachievement, one can only imagine that her grandmother has many more tears of pride yet to shed.
Rise Again
Tina Ann Lyrics
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kon koie chôhk ráai · mâi kít wâa jà chôhk dee
kon mee bàat plăe · mâi hăai mi leum seuk tee
keu chăn keun née · wan têe yang mâi póp ter
**kòp kun seuk kon têe káo kong yòo bon fáa
kòp kun chôhk chá-dtaa têe chăn dâai jer ter
ter tam hâi chăn hŭe rór · ter tam hâi chăn róng hâi
hŭa jai duang derm man rêrm-dtôn mài láe róo sèuk dâai èek kráng
prór ter kon dieow bplìan bplaeng túk yàang
chăn rák krai dâai èek kráng prór ter
The lyrics of Tina Ann's song "Rise Again" express themes of perseverance and inner strength in the face of adversity. The first verse introduces the idea that some people give up easily, while others persevere through difficult times. The second verse highlights the struggle to stay positive and keep moving forward when faced with challenges. The chorus encourages the listener to look within themselves for the strength to rise above their struggles and find happiness and love.
The lyrics are sung in Thai, which adds to the emotional depth of the song, as the language is known for its rich expressiveness and nuance. The song also incorporates elements of traditional Thai music, such as the use of the "mor lam" vocal style, which combines singing, speaking, and chanting.
Overall, "Rise Again" is a powerful and inspiring song that encourages listeners to stay strong and find hope in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
kon koie pìt wăng · mâi glâa jà wăng a-rai
People fall down · but they don't always rise up quickly
kon koie chôhk ráai · mâi kít wâa jà chôhk dee
People feel pain · but they don't always heal easily
kon mee bàat plăe · mâi hăai mi leum seuk tee
People face obstacles · but they don't always give up easily
keu chăn keun née · wan têe yang mâi póp ter
That person is standing here · but tomorrow may not be guaranteed
kòp kun seuk kon têe káo kong yòo bon fáa
Therefore, we must make the most of every moment we have
kòp kun chôhk chá-dtaa têe chăn dâai jer ter
We must face the challenges that come our way head on
ter tam hâi chăn hŭe rór · ter tam hâi chăn róng hâi
Life can be both chaotic and beautiful at the same time
hŭa jai duang derm man rêrm-dtôn mài láe róo sèuk dâai èek kráng
Our hearts may be heavy, but we should never give up hope
ter tam hâi chăn lŏng rák · mâi mong glàp bpai kâang lăng
Life can be full of love, but we should not be blinded by it
prór ter kon dieow bplìan bplaeng túk yàang
Because when that person disappears like a shooting star
chăn rák krai dâai èek kráng prór ter
Who will I love in the future? Only time will tell
Writer(s): Robert W. Larow, Tina Ann Amato, Jeremy Skaller
Contributed by Eva R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michael O'Keefe
When I hear this, it reminds me of WKTU.