2. An accom… Read Full Bio ↴2. An accomplished actress, singer, and songwriter.
2. An accomplished actress, singer, and songwriter, Valeria Andrews first made a name for herself with a featured acting role in the film Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993), starring Whoopi Goldberg. Valeria also co-wrote the song "Pay Attention" for the film's soundtrack. Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit was an international sensation. In addition to her musical composition for that film, Valeria has recorded two other songs featured on soundtracks to blockbuster motion pictures: “Rhythm of the Night” for Moulin Rouge (2001) and “Ooh La La” for Legally Blonde (2001). Her breakthrough dance single “Girl I Told Ya" became synonymous with the hit television series Gossip Girl (2007). The wonderfully provocative video for "Girl I Told Ya,” which cheekily paid homage to Marie Antoinette, was shot by acclaimed director Marc Webb on location in Hungary.
Valeria's most well-known movie role to date is her portrayal of the amorous Wendy in Just Married (2003), appearing alongside Ashton Kutcher. Her other acting credits include a recurring role in the PBS series American Family (2002). She co-hosted an entire season of the "Idolesque” Next Big Star (2001), a talent competition show featuring Ed McMahon. More recently, Valeria guest-starred on the ABC sitcoms Freddie (2005) and The George Lopez Show (2002).
Valeria's back story is the stuff of Hollywood legend. She was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. Her father was Australian and her mother is from Uruguay. Her parents married within two weeks of meeting, and due to the language barrier, divorced soon after.Valeria began singing at the age of three, by way of street performance, busking during the days and competing in talent contests at night. She eventually landed a role in Falstaff at the world famous Sydney Opera House, and subsequently took on the title role in Annie.
Two nights after the production of Annie came to a close, eleven-year-old Valeria and her father headed for America. They rented a single apartment near Hollywood and Vine, and for the next five years they hit the iconic Venice boardwalk every weekend. Armed only with a boom-box and an empty coffee can for contributions from the passerby, she sang for her dinner.
Persistence and patience finally landed her a leading role at The Santa Monica Coast Playhouse in Alan & Marilyn Bergman's musical revue How Do You Keep the Music Playing ? In a prodigious feat, young Valeria performed to packed bases at the USO. This era culminated with Valeria signing with Motown Records as a member of a girl group at the age of 14.
Her teen years were marred with struggle as she ran away from home and her father was deported. Valeria became a ward of the court, and rented rooms in homes until she was 18. Gaining work when she could, she co-wrote and recorded songs for New Line Cinema's Poison Ivy 2 (1996). She even travelled to Kyoto, Japan, singing six nights a week at four shows a night, in order to raise the money to produce a demo package back home in Los Angeles. Her plan was to market the final demo to various record companies in the hopes of a contract. The resulting six minute EPK made the rounds of the major labels and following several months of negotiation, Interscope Records mogul Jimmy Iovine and Warner Chappell Publishing selected her work and Valeria's recording career was off and running.
Valeria's first album, Freshly Squeezed, was released in 2009. Freshly Squeezed is available for download on AmazonMP3, at iTunes, and other major digital online retailers. The energetic pop record features the work of famed producers Dave Aude, Space Cowboy, and Madd Scientist. None other than Lady Gaga herself is included as a superstar collaborator.
Rhythym Of The Night
Valeria Lyrics
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I believe you were expecting me
Dance all night (x3)
It is called the Moulin Rouge
Let's dance!
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night
Feel the rhythm
Forget about the worries on your mind
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night
Feel the rhythm
Forget about the worries on your mind
When it feels like
the world is on your shoulders
and all of the madness
has got you goin crazy
It's time to get out
step out onto the street
Where all of the action
is right there at your feet
well...
I know a place where we can
dance the whole night away
and it's called the Moulin Rouge
oh...
Just come with me and we can
shake your blues right away
You'll be doin fine once the music starts... Oh!
To the beat of the rhythm of the night
dance until the morning light
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind
To the beat of the rhythm of the night.
oohh the rhythm of the night.
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind.
oh lalalalala
oh lala
Look at on the street now
the party's just beginning
The music's playing
a celebration's starting
Under street lights
the scene is being set
A night for romance
A night you won't forget, so
Bridge:
Come join the fun
this ain't no time to be staying home
mmm.the Moulin Rouge is going on... oh!
tonight is gonna be night like you've never known
We're gonna have a good time the whole night long.
oh!
To the beat of the rhythm of the night
dance until the morning light
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind
To the beat of the rhythm of the night.
oohh the rhythm of the night.
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind.
oh lalalalala
oh lala
Cuándo sientes que el mundo que esta en cima de ti
Y la vida te quieres como loca
Conozco un lugar onde podemos bailar
It is called the Moulin Rouge!
To the beat of the rhythm of the night
dance until the morning light
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind
To the beat of the rhythm of the night.
oohh the rhythm of the night.
Forget about the worries on your mind
we can leave them all behind.
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OH RHYTHM WANNA FEEL THE RHYTHM
Valeria's song "Rhythm of the Night" is a song that inspires people to forget their worries and dance all night long. The lyrics communicate that dancing is an escape from the pressures of life and allow people to let loose and enjoy the moment. The lyrics mention the famous Moulin Rouge, a legendary cabaret in Paris, as the perfect place to dance and forget about their worries. The bridge encourages listeners to join in on the celebration and to have a good time. The song invokes a feeling of freedom and escape from the world's problems.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rhythm of the Night" express an optimistic and celebratory sentiment, encouraging people to enjoy life and forget about their worries while giving them a fun and upbeat melody to dance to. The use of the Moulin Rouge as a location adds to the excitement and mystique of the song, making the listener feel as if they are part of a grand celebration.
Line by Line Meaning
Dance all night (x3)
Let's dance all night long
I believe you were expecting me
I'm here to take you to an amazing place
It is called the Moulin Rouge
This amazing place is called Moulin Rouge
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night
Let's feel the music and rhythm of the night
Forget about the worries on your mind
Don't let your worries bother you and enjoy the moment
When it feels like the world is on your shoulders
When you feel overwhelmed by life's problems
and all of the madness has got you goin crazy
When everything seems too chaotic and stressful
It's time to get out step out onto the street
Let's go outside and have fun
Where all of the action is right there at your feet
The excitement and fun is just outside waiting for you
I know a place where we can dance the whole night away
There's a great place where we can dance all night
Just come with me and we can shake your blues right away
Join me and forget about your troubles
You'll be doin fine once the music starts... Oh!
Once the music starts, you'll feel great
To the beat of the rhythm of the night
Let's dance to the rhythm of the night
dance until the morning light
We can keep dancing until the sun comes up
we can leave them all behind
We can forget all our worries and have fun
Look at on the street now the party's just beginning
The party is starting outside
The music's playing, a celebration's starting
Let's celebrate and enjoy the music
Under street lights the scene is being set
The city looks beautiful under the street lights
A night you won't forget, so
It's going to be an unforgettable night
Come join the fun, this ain't no time to be staying home
Let's have fun, don't stay home
tonight is gonna be night like you've never known
Tonight will be a new and exciting experience
We're gonna have a good time the whole night long
We will have fun all night long
OH RHYTHM WANNA FEEL THE RHYTHM
Let's feel the rhythm and enjoy the music
Contributed by Annabelle J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.