Byrd never intended becoming a singer. Byrd was never in Band or Choir in the Vidor School System. He began studying business at Texas State University (then called Southwest Texas State). One of his friends coaxed him into singing a cover of Hank Williams Sr's "Your Cheating Heart" at a local mall recording studio. The owner of the studio was so impressed with his version that he entered Byrd into a local talent contest. Byrd discovered on that stage that he really liked the attention and applause that came with performing.
Byrd began playing nightclubs in Southeast Texas, including working with then-struggling artist Mark Chesnutt. After Chesnutt secured a record deal, Byrd took over as the house band at Cutters Nightclub in Beaumont, landing his own record deal in 1992. His first three albums sold over 3 million copies.
His first No. 1 single was 1993's "Holdin' Heaven," although "The Keeper of the Stars" (1995) and "I'm From the Country" (1998) are considered his signature songs. Byrd finally scored his second No. 1 hit in the fall of 2002, with "Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo." He is also known for covering two 1970s-era hits for country music legend Johnny Paycheck -- "Someone to Give My Love To" (1993, Byrd's second chart hit) and "Don't Take Her She's All I Got" (1997).
Byrd is an avid outdoorsman. He began fishing with his grandmother, Mavis Vaughn, when he was only three, and she bought him his first shotgun when he was six. His love of those sports has given him the opportunity to host two shows on the Outdoor Channel.
Byrd is the National Spokesperson for Special Olympics International for the Country Music Association. He developed a crank bait fishing lure marketed by Norman Lures called The Lifestyles Of The Not So Rich & Famous', named after his hit recording of the song written by Byron Hill and Wayne Tester. For every one of the lures sold Byrd donates ten cents to the Special Olympics.
Byrd also hosts an annual golfing/fishing/music event, "The Tracy Byrd Homecoming Weekend," in Southeast Texas to raise money for local charities, including the March of Dimes, the Children's Miracle Network, and culminating in the donation of money to fund the Tracy Byrd Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Center at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Beaumont. Byrd also raised money by soliciting pledges for his attempt to complete the 2001 Houston Marathon. He finished the marathon, and donated all of his pledges to the Children's Miracle Network.[1]
In 1994, he made a cameo appearance in the film Radioland Murders. He has also published Eat Like a Byrd: The Tracy Byrd Cookbook which "uses rubs and marinades to create memorable meals."[2]. He has also launched a line of spices, rubs, and marinades to go along with it, called "Tracy Byrd's Tiny Town Products." These are available at Wal-Mart and Kroger stores, Byrd donates five cents from each sale to the Children's Miracle Network.
Byrd and his wife, Michelle, have two sons and daughter. The family lives in Beaumont, Texas.
Just Let Me Be In Love
Tracy Byrd Lyrics
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Every time I smile at her she's smiling back
If I'm dreaming, please just let me sleep
Anyone can see that she's too good for me
Oh, give her time, she'll find out soon enough
Just let me have and hold her â??til she does
What we've got going on is so incredible
But knowing me, I'll probably
Find a way to mess it up
Who knows, who cares, right now
Just let me be in love
Don't concern me with reality
Don't convince me she's too heavenly
Forget the future, disregard the past
Those are questions I don't want to ask
To my heart, all that matters is tonight
Just let me live this moment in her eyes
What we've got going on is so incredible
This chemistry between us feels so wonderful
But knowing me, I'll probably
Find a way to mess it up
Who knows, who cares, right now
Just let me be in love
What we've got going on is so incredible
This chemistry between us feels so wonderful
But knowing me, I'll probably
Find a way to mess it up
Who knows, who cares, right now
Just let me be in love
Who knows, who cares, right now
Just let me be in love
Let me be in love
I just want to be in love
Tracy Byrd's song "Just Let Me Be in Love" is about a person who is feeling the intensity of love but is very much aware that it may not last. The song expresses the fear of the singer that the relationship may not work out in the long run, but he is happy to live in the moment and enjoy what he has with his partner. He is so enchanted with his love that he does not want anyone to remind him of the possible problems that could arise.
The first verse of the song talks about the singer being overwhelmed with emotions; his breath is short, and his heart is beating fast. He acknowledges that the woman is too good for him, but he still wants to hold onto her till she realizes the same. The second verse is more reflective, as the singer accepts that he may be the reason for a breakup in the future, but he does not want to think about it much, and instead, he just wants to be "in love."
The song's chorus is repeated several times, emphasizing the singer's desire to live in the moment and enjoy the feelings that he has with his partner. At the end of the song, he repeats the line, "Just let me be in love" as a plea to the world to leave him alone and let him enjoy the beautiful feeling of love.
Line by Line Meaning
My breath is short, my heart is beating fast
I am anxious and filled with anticipation whenever I see her.
Every time I smile at her she's smiling back
Our interactions are reciprocated with mutual affection and happiness.
If I'm dreaming, please just let me sleep
If my newfound infatuation is just a fantasy, allow me to indulge in it for the moment.
Anyone can see that she's too good for me
It's evident that she is far superior to me in every way possible.
Oh, give her time, she'll find out soon enough
She will eventually realize that we are not meant to be together.
Just let me have and hold her â??til she does
However, until that moment, I want to cherish every second I have with her.
What we've got going on is so incredible
Our relationship has an indescribable and undeniable level of magnificence.
This chemistry between us feels so wonderful
The connection between us is so remarkable that it generates an overwhelming sense of joy and contentment.
But knowing me, I'll probably Find a way to mess it up
Due to my self-perceived shortcomings, I am afraid I will eventually ruin everything.
Who knows, who cares, right now Just let me be in love
At present, I don't want to think about the consequences or doubts. I just want to enjoy being in love.
Don't concern me with reality
I do not want to be reminded of the harsh realities and obstacles that may obstruct our happiness.
Don't convince me she's too heavenly
I do not want to hear anyone raining on my parade by convincing me that she is out of my league.
Forget the future, disregard the past
I am choosing to ignore anything that might detract from the joy of this moment.
Those are questions I don't want to ask
I am purposely avoiding any questions or concerns that might cast doubt on my current state of happiness.
To my heart, all that matters is tonight
In this moment, nothing else matters except the intense love and emotions that I am experiencing.
Just let me live this moment in her eyes
I want to focus on the love and connection that we have and experience this moment through the lens of her affection.
Let me be in love
All I want is to bask in the happiness and contentment of being in love with her.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TONY MARTIN, TOM SHAPIRO, MARK NESLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Diana Salyer
I PLAY THIS SONG OVER AND OVER AND OVER. LOVE IT.
Chad Miller
Love Tracey, this is one of his best! Very underated song!
chramirez
Same. I've played this song at least 20 times in the past two days😍😍
NiagaraVideoClips
Probably Tracy's best. Great, great song.
alwayssme
i had forgotten bout this song yes another of his best ever, he has the most sexiest eyes and mouth ever
John Williams
I agree with you too and whoever that person playing the Spanish guitar is fabulous job.
petetlr
I agree with comment. Great dance song
salans7
Whoever decided to put the steel guitar along with the "spanish" guitar is a genius. They blend so well together.
Daniel Galloway
You are right, his awesome, I can’t stop listening to his songs, I do love the lyrics because it’s passing a message to us all, just got me thinking about my teenage life, we can’t listen to this again, I can tell from your comments you do love his songs and lyrics ?
Laura Roberts
I love this sexy song!!💃The beach,the girl,spanish guitar and Tracy's voice!Wow 20 plus yrs later the best song!🍹