Vonda Shepard was born in New York but her family relocated to California when she was fairly young. She played piano from an early age. Her father is Richmond Shepard, a mime and improv actor. Vonda has three sisters: Rosetta, Luana, and Brianna. Her mother left the family when Vonda was ten, and her father raised the four girls by himself.
After performing as a backing singer for many years she was eventually given her own recording contract. Shepard's first chart appearance was in 1987 when she recorded a duet with Dan Hill entitled 'Can't We Try'. She released her first self-titled album in 1989 with little fanfare. The album did yield one chart single, Don't Cry Ilene, a mid-tempo, piano-driven jazz-RnB flavored song dealing with the break-up of a relationship between a black woman and a white man, arising from adult peer pressure. The track is sung from the perspective of the woman's white female friend, who harbors a desire to have the man for herself, but keeps her distance out of respect for her friend. The song peaked at 17 on the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary chart and stayed on the charts for 12 weeks.
After her third album, Shepard was signed up to appear on Ally McBeal after being spotted by the show's creator David E Kelley. While on the show she recorded two full soundtrack albums and was featured on two other Ally McBeal compilations. The songs Shepard recorded for Ally McBeal soundtrack albums were mainly covers of old songs with lyrics that paralleled what was happening in the title character's life onscreen. Since appearing in the show, Shepard has released two more studio albums and a live album.
Shepard is married to music producer Mitchell Froom and they had their first child, Jack Froom, on 15 April 2006.
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Vonda Shepard Lyrics
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That's painted by pride
And I have made mistakes in my life
That I just can't hide
Oh I believe I am ready for what love has to bring
Got myself together, now I'm ready to sing
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
I know there's so much more to life
To find my way back home
One by one, the chains around me unwind
Every day now I feel that I can leave those years behind
Oh I've been thinking of you for a long time
There's a side of my life where I've been blind and so...
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
I know there's so much more to life
Now I know I can shine a light
Everything gonna be alright
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
Don't want to be alone in life
Now I know I can shine a light
To find my way back home
Baby I been holding back now my whole life
I've decided to move on now
Gonna leave all my worries behind
Oh I belive I am ready for what love has to give
Got myself together now I'm ready to live
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
I know there's so much more to life
Now I know I can shine a light
Everything gonna be alright
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
Don't want to be alone in my life
Now I know I can shine a light
To find my way back home
(Repeat Chorus)
The lyrics to Vonda Shepard's song "Searching My Soul" are about self-reflection, growth, and the quest for love and fulfillment. The singer acknowledges past mistakes and the pride that has kept her from finding true happiness. The lyrics evoke the image of journeying and breaking free from chains, both literal and symbolic, as the singer learns to let go of the past and embrace the future.
The chorus expresses the singer's optimism, declaring that she has found a new sense of purpose and direction in her life. She has searched her soul and now sees that there is so much more to life. She knows she can overcome her fears and shine a light on her path, to find her way back home. The theme of searching for love and belonging is a common one in music, but "Searching My Soul" also emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and self-love.
Overall, "Searching My Soul" is an uplifting song that encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives and find the courage to pursue their dreams and desires, even when it means leaving behind old patterns and habits.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been down this road walkin' the line
I've been through tough times facing challenges and difficulties and I'm trying to do the right thing.
That's painted by pride
The choices that I have made were influenced by my self-confidence and a strong sense of self-worth.
And I have made mistakes in my life
I've had my share of bad decisions and poor choices that I can't keep concealed.
That I just can't hide
I can't keep living in denial and pretending that everything is alright when it's not.
Oh I believe I am ready for what love has to bring
I'm finally prepared to handle the challenges and joys that love can bring.
Got myself together, now I'm ready to sing
I've finally found a sense of self-confidence and inner peace, and now I'm ready to share my voice with the world.
I've been searchin' my soul tonight
I'm examining my life, reflecting on past mistakes, and contemplating the future.
I know there's so much more to life
I believe that my life can be more fulfilling and meaningful, and I'm willing to work towards that goal.
Now I know I can shine a light
I finally see a path forward and have hope for a brighter future.
To find my way back home
I'm working towards a return to a state of inner peace and happiness.
One by one, the chains around me unwind
I'm freeing myself from the mental and emotional burdens that have been holding me back and preventing me from moving forward in life.
Every day now I feel that I can leave those years behind
I'm making progress in my journey towards personal growth and transformation and am leaving the past behind.
Oh I've been thinking of you for a long time
There's someone special in my life that I've been considering and contemplating for a while.
There's a side of my life where I've been blind and so...
I've been unaware of certain aspects of my life, but I'm finally starting to see things more clearly.
Everything gonna be alright
Even though there will be difficult times ahead, I have faith that everything will eventually work out okay.
Don't want to be alone in life
I'm seeking companionship, love, and meaningful connections with others.
Baby I been holding back now my whole life
I've been hiding my true self and my emotions and desires for far too long.
I've decided to move on now
I'm making a conscious decision to let go of the past and start fresh.
Gonna leave all my worries behind
I'm committed to living in the present moment and not letting my anxieties and fears control me.
Now I know I can shine a light
I have hope for the future and am confident that I can overcome any obstacles that arise.
Got myself together now I'm ready to live
I've worked on improving myself, and I'm now at a point where I'm truly ready to embrace all that life has to offer.
Repeat Chorus
The lyrics repeat the chorus, emphasizing the message that the singer has finally found hope, purpose, and meaning in life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PAUL GORDON, VONDA SHEPARD
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I’ve been down this road walkin’ the line
That’s painted by pride
And I have made mistakes in my life
That I just can’t hide
Oh I believe I am ready for what love has to bring
Got myself together, now I’m ready to sing
I’ve been searchin’ my soul tonight
I know there’s so much more to life
Now I know I can shine a light
To find my way back home
One by one, the chains around me unwind
Everyday now I feel that I can leave those years behind
Oh I’ve been thinking of you for a long time
There’s a side of my life where I’ve been blind and so…
I’ve been searchin’ my soul tonight
I know there’s so much more to life
Now I know I can shine a light
Everything gonna be alright
I’ve been searchin’ my soul tonight
Don’t want to be alone in life
Now I know I can shine a light
To find my way back home
Baby I been holding back bow my whole life
I’ve decided to move on now
Gonna leave all my worries behind
Oh I believe I am ready for what love has to give
Got myself together now I’m ready to live
I’ve been searchin’ my soul tonight
I know there’s so much more to life
Now I know I can shine a light
Everything gonna be alright
I’ve been searchin’ my soul tonight
Don’t want to be alone in my life
Now I know I can shine a light
To find my way back home
(Repeat chorus)
@justsaying8
Started watching ally McBeal again and I refuse to skip this song it makes me so happy and feel so good 💖💖💖
@RodrigoFarias-vc1nm
the first three seasons are flawless
@justsaying8
@@RodrigoFarias-vc1nm agreed. I'm stuck in season 4
@edmoods
Vonda makes the whole series so much better
@kurtchurch3711
Keep on finding my way back home with this wonderful score
@renacleerican7824
One of the best song about resilience. Gives me so much Joy.
Thank you Vonda❤
@hannahsdrawings8664
watching it late at night once a week, those were the times
@mightybitchy
Late 90s had such a distinctive charm.
@stevew.2569
Last great party before the end of the world (09/11/01)
@moaningpheromones
Great song that launched each episode better than anything else on TV