Amorosi was born in Melbourne, Australia. Amorosi was discovered performing at Matrioshka, a Russian restaurant in Carnegie, by Jack Strom and signed a recording contract in 1997. After being signed to MarJac Productions (co-owned by managers Mark Holden and Jack Strom) and recording a promo CD titled "Get Here", she secured a deal with Transistor Music Australia. Amorosi also spent a short period training with the army.
Amorosi is known for her versatile vocal ability. She is able to vocally cover many genres of music including, pop, rock, blues, jazz, and gospel. Amorosi is also known for her vocal range. Amorosi's vocal range reaches Soprano C#6 in what is perceived to be full chest voice. Amorosi's ability to connect chest voice and head voice is one of her trademark talents. Amorosi's effortless approach to singing in her upper registry is what helped her become well known in both Australia and Germany. She has also been noted for her ability to sing in the whistle registry as well, hitting notes above E6. Amorosi's most powerful vocals can be heard in her song from her 2008 album, Somewhere in the Real World entitled "Start It". In the song "Start It", she can be heard belting two A5's and two B5's in mixed/chest voice and an E6 in the whistle registry. Also in the song "I Am Woman", performed at the ARIA Hall of Fame tribute for Helen Reddy in 2006, Amorosi can be heard belting a sustained C6.
In 1999, Amorosi released her debut single "Have a Look" which became a Top 20 hit. Second single "Absolutely Everybody", an anthemic dance song, reached the Top 10 and became the longest charting Australian single by an Australian female artist. It remained in the ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart for over six months after its release. "Absolutely Everybody" was released internationally and reached the Top 10 in many European countries including the United Kingdom and Germany where it received a gold certification. Amorosi performed at many large events such as the NRL Grand Final, the opening of the Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island and the new millennium on "New Year's Eve" at Darling Harbour.
In 2000 two more singles "Shine" and "The Power" became major Australian hits, and her album The Power reached number one on the Australian album charts. Amorosi received six ARIA nominations in the year 2000 awards and The Power was nominated for "Best Female Artist" and "Best Pop Release" in the ARIA Music Awards of 2001. Her largest audience came in September 2000 with performances at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics and at the Paralympic Games. At the Opening Ceremony of the 2000 Summer Olympics she sang the Olympic song titled "Heroes Live Forever". Amorosi won the APRA Award in 2001 for "Most Played Song" on Australian Radio with "Shine" and received international acclaim in Germany where she won "Best International Newcomer" at the 2001 VIVA Comet Awards. Later that year she also made a special appearance at the Goodwill Games Opening and Closing ceremonies in Brisbane. In 2001 she performed at the AFL Grand Final.
In August 2002 Amorosi traveled to Manchester where she was one of the stars of the Commonwealth Games Hand-Over Ceremony, performing her hit "Shine" and a new song written especially for the event, "I’ll always be a Melbourne girl".
In February 2003, Amorosi performed her "Blues" set for the first time at the Melbourne International Music And Blues Festival and traveled to Germany to perform her latest European single "True To Yourself" on "Top of the Pops" and the hugely successful long-running show "Wetten, dass..?" which screens throughout Europe.
For her service to music she was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the Government of Australia in April 2003.
Over the next few years, Amorosi maintained a low-profile presence in the music industry, recording and performing in Australia and throughout the world. In a radio interview in 2008 she admitted being hired to perform at a number of Melbourne gangland functions, including one for the baptism of the daughter of convicted murderer Carl Williams, during that period.
On 25 January 2006, it was revealed that Amorosi was now under the management of Ralph Carr, having completed her seven year management with MarJac Productions. She is quoted on the website as saying, "I have been with my previous management for seven years and thought both parties had gone as far as we could together... Moving over to Ralph Carr Management seemed like a natural progression, given the acts he has successfully managed. I am excited and enthused."
On November 22, 2006 it was announced that Amorosi had signed to Universal Music Australia.
Amorosi’s charity work predates her fame, and her involvement with Kids Help Line and the Variety Club led to a number of honours, including a 2003 nomination for Australian of the Year. She still has the farm where endangered animals can find refuge, although she doesn’t get to visit much; her friends run it for her.
She supported Kiss on their 2008 tour of Australia.
Vanessa's latest album Somewhere in the Real World, released through Universal Music Australia, was released on May 24th 2008 after being delayed since a late 2007 release. The album tracks "Perfect" and "Start It" have both been used in promotions for the Seven Network. Released digitally and in stores on May 24, 2008, Somewhere in the Real World was already sitting at Number 3 on the national iTunes chart within hours of its release and climbing to number 2 within the first 24 hours and finally hitting the number 1 spot on the charts after just 4 days of release.
The single "Kiss Your Mama!" was serviced to radio on 3rd August and released 8th September 2007. On a special edition of Australian Idol she sang her hit song "Kiss Your Mama!".
Amorosi released her second single "Perfect" digitally on 5 April and physically on 26 April 2008. The single made it to number 1 on the digital iTunes charts on the 7th of June 2008, and Perfect was the #1 most played played song on Australian Radio in 2008.
The single "The Simple Things (Something Emotional)" was released as the third single on 20 September 2008.
On 20 April 2009 it was released that Amorosi will appear in a duet with American rock band Hoobastank, Amorosi also appears in the video which was shot in Los Angeles at Lacy Street Studio with director Paul Brown (Alicia Keys, Jack White). The video and single was serviced to Australian media on May 4. The single was released in Australia on June 19, 2009.
Amorosi is currently in LA writing and recording her new album.
Steam
Vanessa Amorosi Lyrics
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You know it's steam
It's now been fifteen days since you've been steamed at me
And I don't want your frustration and your madness
Pushed and blamed on me
And you're crazy through the night
And, what the hell, you've been crazy all your life
And I don't want people thinking I'm not treating you right
It's the nature of it,
Steam
When you 're saying those things
That you don't really mean
You can blame it on the rain
You can blame it on the heat
It's the nature of it
Steam
I have my morals and Ihave me some respect. For Our relationship I hope that
You are doing all your bestWell I'm not so great, but I'm better in other ways.
You can't see them but I'm trying anyway.It's the nature of that game. that's
Why I claim
It's the nature of it,
Steam
When you 're saying those things
That you don't really mean
You can blame it on the rain
You can blame it on the heat
It's the nature of it
Steam
You seem to put it all on me
The sky, your health
Your dreams and your beliefs
And I seem to protect and respect everything
Too naturally
Steam,
You know it's steam
More days, more days
I'm steamed in every way
I said, no way, no way,
I'm steamed in every way
You can blame it on the rain
You can blame it on the heat
It's the nature of it
Steam
It's the nature of it,
Steam
When you 're saying those things
That you don't really mean
You can blame it on the rain
You can blame it on the heat
It's the nature of it
Steam
More days, more days
I'm steamed in every way
I said, no way, no way,
I'm steamed in every way
I said more days, more days,
I'm steamed in every way
I said, no way, no way,
This is where I stay.
In Vanessa Amorosi’s song ‘Steam’, the lyrics explore the challenges of a relationship where one person continuously takes out their frustration and anger on the other. The song describes how the singer has constantly been blamed and pushed around by their partner and how they can see that their partner is unstable and unhappy, but they still try to protect and respect their partner. Throughout the song, the singer affirms that it’s the ‘nature of it’, meaning that the steam and frustrations are simply a part of that relationship.
The chorus of the song highlights how the intense emotions of frustration and anger are often taken out on loved ones, resulting in hurtful things being said that we don't really mean. The song advises blaming it on the rain or the heat instead of taking it out on others. The lyrics convey the message that even though the partner might be feeling overwhelmed, it's not okay to lash out and that healthy relationships should be based on mutual respect and understanding.
In conclusion, ‘Steam’ is a relatable song that touches on the challenges of dealing with someone when they’re experiencing overwhelming emotions. The lyrics explain how it can be difficult to be compassionate and understanding when we ourselves are feeling the brunt of someone’s frustrations and anger.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah steam
The song is about steam, which represents the heat and frustration of a tumultuous relationship.
You know it's steam
The singer acknowledges the intensity of the emotions and feelings involved in the relationship.
It's now been fifteen days since you've been steamed at me
The singer is keeping track of the time that has passed since their partner got angry at them.
And I don't want your frustration and your madness, Pushed and blamed on me
The singer does not want to be the target of their partner's anger and negative emotions.
'cause you're crazy through the day, And you're crazy through the night, And, what the hell, you've been crazy all your life, And I don't want people thinking I'm not treating you right
The singer's partner is consistently difficult and the singer is worried about what others might think of their relationship.
It's the nature of it, Steam, When you 're saying those things, That you don't really mean, You can blame it on the rain, You can blame it on the heat, It's the nature of it
The singer suggests that the partner's outbursts are inevitable and unpredictable, and cannot be fully controlled by either person in the relationship.
I have my morals and I have me some respect, For Our relationship I hope that, You are doing all your best, Well I'm not so great, but I'm better in other ways, You can't see them but I'm trying anyway, It's the nature of that game, that's Why I claim
The singer values respect and moral character in a relationship and admits to their weaknesses. They feel they are playing a challenging, unpredictable game, but they're trying their best to make it work.
You seem to put it all on me, The sky, your health, Your dreams and your beliefs, And I seem to protect and respect everything, Too naturally
The partner is blaming everything on the singer, while the singer tries to protect and support the relationship in every possible way.
More days, more days, I'm steamed in every way, I said, no way, no way, I'm steamed in every way
The singer is getting more frustrated and emotionally exhausted as time passes, and they feel there is no way out of the situation.
You can blame it on the rain, You can blame it on the heat, It's the nature of it, Steam
The partner keeps making excuses for their behavior, but the singer knows that the heated and unpredictable nature of their relationship is just the way it is.
This is where I stay
The singer seems resigned to the current state of the relationship and has decided to stay, despite the challenges.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: VANESSA JOY AMOROSI, MARK RONALD HOLDEN, AXEL BREITUNG
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