Patricia Lynn Yearwood was born in Monticello, Georgia to Jack and Gwen Yearwood, and developed her musical talent in Nashville, Tennessee, where she interned as a receptionist for the local company MTM Records.
Garth Brooks and Yearwood first met in October 1987 recording demos for songwriter Kent Blazy. The two immediately hit it off as friends, and pledged whoever made it big first would help the other out. When Garth landed a major tour in 1991, he brought Trisha along to open all of his shows. Even when they became two of the biggest country stars of the 1990s, they remained close friends.
Yearwood's self-titled debut album was released in 1991, and the lead single, "She's in Love with the Boy," went to the top of the country charts, making her an instant star. Yearwood secured similar success with the 1992 release of "Hearts in Armor", which featured the hit singles “Wrong Side of Memphis,” and “Woman Walk the Line”.
The title track of 1993's "The Song Remembers When" went to number two, and she followed it with a Christmas album, "The Sweetest Gift", in 1994; that year, she also won her first Grammy award. In 1995, Yearwood released her fourth studio album, "Thinkin' About You". The lead single, "XXX's and OOO's (An American Girl)" peaked at #1 on the Billboard Country Chart, her first #1 since her debut single, followed by her third #1 single, "Thinkin' About You". Yearwood performed at the closing ceremonies of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.
In 1997, Yearwood issued her first compilation, "(Songbook) A Collection of Hits", which became her first album to top the country charts and also reached the pop Top Five. She won a Best Female Country Vocal Performance Grammy for “How Do I Live”. Yearwood's two additional new singles from her Songbook album were major hits, "Perfect Love", which peaked at #1, and a duet with Brooks, "In Another's Eyes". Yearwood was also named "Top Female Vocalist" in 1997 by the Academy of Country Music and won the "Female Vocalist of the Year" award from the Country Music Association in 1997 and 1998.
In 1998, Yearwood won her third Grammy and released her next all-new album, "Where Your Road Leads". Yearwood was inducted into the famed and historic Grand Ole Opry in 1999, cementing her status as a true icon in country music. 2000's "Real Live Woman" was a more personal outing that reflected some of her heartbreak and turmoil caused by her divorce from her husband at the time. She released her eighth studio album in 2001, "Inside Out". The lead single, "I Would've Loved You Anyway" became a Top 5 Country hit, peaking at #4 on the Billboard Country Chart in 2001 and became her first Top 10 since 1999, and her last single to reach the Top 10 to date. Yearwood also played Lt. Cmdr. Teresa Coulter on the TV show JAG as a Navy coroner and forensic pathologist who aids JAG on several cases (seasons 3-7, 7 episodes).
After a three year hiatus from recording albums, Yearwood released her ninth studio album "Jasper County" in 2005. The album was a return to a more country sound than her last several studio recordings. The first single, "Georgia Rain," set the tone for the album, with Yearwood altering the lyrics to pay homage to her home, singing about "the Georgia rain on the Jasper County clay."
In late 2006, Yearwood announced she was parting ways with MCA Records. MCA then released a "Greatest Hits" CD on September 11, 2007. The album features two new songs, plus fifteen other tracks covering her career from 1991-2001. MCA also released "Love Songs" on January 15, 2008; an album made up of previously released tracks from her prior MCA albums. Yearwood's tenth album, "Heaven, Heartache and the Power of Love", was released by independent Nashville label Big Machine Records in November 2007, and spawned 3 singles, with the title track peaking at #19 on the Billboard Country Chart.
Yearwood has won three Grammy Awards among several nominations. She has also won the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music awards for Best Female Performer (CMA: 1997, 1998; ACM: 1997).
She married her first husband, Christopher Latham, in 1987 but the two divorced in 1991. Trisha married Robert Reynolds, the bass player for The Mavericks, on May 21, 1994, and they divorced in 1999.
On May 25, 2005, Yearwood became engaged to fellow country superstar and longtime friend Garth Brooks in front of 7,000 fans. On December 10, 2005, they were married in a private ceremony at the couple's home in Owasso, Oklahoma. It was Brooks' second marriage and Yearwood's third. Brooks has three daughters from his first marriage--Taylor, August, and Allie.
Trisha hit the country charts in 2006 with a duet with her husband called "Love Will Always Win". It was the fifth duet the couple has recorded; the others were "In Another's Eyes," "Where Your Road Leads," "Wild as the Wind," and "Squeeze Me In."
Yearwood lives on a ranch in Owasso, Oklahoma with husband Brooks and his three daughters. When she's not touring, she enjoys cooking, hiking, and reading. In April 2008, she released a cookbook entitled "Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen".
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The Whisper Of Your Heart
Trisha Yearwood Lyrics
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He said it's a long road you've begun
Sometimes it's easy, sometimes it's hard
But as you walk the road remember who you are
You gotta roll with the punches
You gotta aim to hit the mark
You gotta follow your hunches
And when you come to the crossroads
And you're deciding in the dark
You gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
He said make it a practice to be true
'Cause when push comes down to shove it's up to you
To keep believing in your dreams
And to sing your song if you've got a song to sing
You gotta roll with the punches
You gotta aim to hit the mark
You gotta follow your hunches
And try to finish what you start
And when you come to the crossroads
And you're deciding in the dark
You gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
The years have come, the years have gone
Yes and I have learned some lessons on my own
I found the winds of fortune are sure to change
But the wisdom in these words will stay the same
You gotta roll with the punches
You gotta aim to hit the mark
You gotta follow your hunches
And try to finish what you start
And when you come to the crossroads
And you're deciding in the dark
You've gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
You've gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
The song "The Whisper Of Your Heart" by Trisha Yearwood is about wise advice given by the singer's father when she was young. The song starts with her father telling her that life is a long road with ups and downs, and that she should never forget who she is or where she comes from. He advises her to stay true to herself and to never give up on her dreams. The father’s advice stresses on the importance of listening to one's heart in order to make the right decisions in life.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the need to embrace challenges, believe in oneself, follow intuition, and persevere until the end. Despite the changing times, the wisdom shared by the father holds true and unchanging. The song highlights the importance of self-belief, perseverance, and intuition, as well as the value of advice from loved ones.
Overall, "The Whisper Of Your Heart" by Trisha Yearwood is a memorable song about values, principles, and life lessons. It is a tribute to the enduring wisdom shared by a parent with their child that can become an anchor in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Daddy told me when I was young
My father gave me advice at a young age
He said it's a long road you've begun
He warned me that life can be difficult and unpredictable
Sometimes it's easy, sometimes it's hard
There will be both good and bad times in life
But as you walk the road remember who you are
Don't forget your values and identity as you go through life
You gotta roll with the punches
You must be able to handle unexpected setbacks
You gotta aim to hit the mark
Know your goals and work towards achieving them
You gotta follow your hunches
Trust your instincts and intuition
And try to finish what you start
Don't give up on your pursuits and aspirations
And when you come to the crossroads
When you face a major decision in your life
And you're deciding in the dark
When you're uncertain and unsure about what to do
You gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
Listen to your inner voice and follow what feels right for you
He said make it a practice to be true
My father advised me to always be honest and genuine
'Cause when push comes down to shove it's up to you
When things get tough, you have to rely on yourself
To keep believing in your dreams
Never lose sight of your aspirations
And to sing your song if you've got a song to sing
Express yourself and share your unique talents and gifts
The years have come, the years have gone
I've grown older and gained my own life experience
Yes and I have learned some lessons on my own
I've gained wisdom through my own struggles and triumphs
I found the winds of fortune are sure to change
Life is unpredictable and circumstances can shift quickly
But the wisdom in these words will stay the same
My father's advice will always remain relevant and valuable
You've gotta listen to the whisper of your heart
Reiterating the importance of following your inner voice and intuition
Lyrics © TASTE AUCTION MUSIC
Written by: Chuck Cannon
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