Title: Sweet Old World - Emmylou Harris Description: Sweet Old World - Emmylou Harris For JL: Thanks for suggesting this Song.Lyrics: Sweet Old World by Emmylou HarrisSee what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world See what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world The breath from your own lips, the touch of fingertips A sweet and tender kiss The sound of a midnight train, wearing someone's ring Someone calling your name Somebody so warm cradled in your arm Didn't you think you were worth anything See what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world See what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world Millions of us in love, promises made good Your own flesh and blood Looking for some truth, dancing with no shoes The beat, the rhythm, the blues The pounding of your heart's drum together with another one Didn't you think anyone loved you See what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world See what you lost when you left this world, this sweet old world BiographyEmmylou Harris was born on April 2nd, 1947 in Birmingham, Alabama. Her family moved several times after her birth and finally settled in the suburbs of Washington D.C. College was not appealing to Harris and she dropped out to pursue a career in music, singing at folk clubs in Greenwich Village. Success and Loss in First YearsAfter making an album that went under everyone's radar, Harris was introduced to a young, talented singer named Gram Parsons. He was looking for a female singer and Harris was the perfect fit -- they went to Los Angeles to start recording. They had a passionate relationship and bonded musically as well, producing two albums; GP and Grievous Angel. It all came crashing down, however, after Gram Parsons died of a drug overdose. Filled with grief, Harris filled her first three solo albums with tributes (both direct and indirect) to Parsons. She worked with Parsons' talented Hot Band, and consequently, audiences couldn't get enough of Pieces of the Sky, Elite Hotel and Luxury Liner. The Grammy panel also recognized her efforts with awards for the singles "Elite Hotel" in 1976, and "Blue Kentucky Girl" in 1979. Grammy Girl Became Country QueenHarris became a true country phenom after releasing Roses in the Snow in 1980. The work was hailed as an amazing feat and she returned to the Grammys to take home another award, this time for her collaboration with Roy Orbison for the single "That Lovin' You Feelin' Again." Though she produced eight albums in the next seven years, her next great accomplishment came in 1987, when she teamed up with Linda Ronstadt and Dolly Parton. These all-stars produced Trio, the Academy of Country Music Album of the Year and the recipient of the Grammy for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group. This signaled a change in style for Harris, who, with time, had begun to alter her sound and experiment more. '90s Brought Change, More SalesThe album Bluebird in 1989 showed hints of a changing country style, and Harris continued the change in the early '90s with the Grammy-winning At the Ryman with the Nash Ramblers. She was inducted into the Grand Ol' Opry in 1992, and then recruited Daniel Lanois to help cultivate her new sound even further. Lanois is a highly talented producer whose work with U2 was well known at the time. He maintained his reputation by helping Harris create one of the most significant albums of the '90s in Wrecking Ball (1995). Themes of sexuality and despair were reflected in her raspy yet honey-sweet voice. That year, she was honored with the Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk Album. Career Recognized as LegendaryIn 1999, Harris, now thrice-divorced and independent as ever, received the Billboard Century Award, which recognized her stellar career. They should have waited a year to present it to her, however, as Harris showed she was not finished producing hits after she received another Grammy for the album Red Dirt Girl in 2000. The American Music Awards had the right timing, giving her a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002. Amazingly, Harris continues to produce albums. After collaborations on the O Brother, Where Art Thou? soundtrack and the release of Stumble into Grace, her album tally nears 30. She has produced handfuls of platinum tracks, received 11 Grammys and is arguably the last true country diva. Without a doubt, she is a living legend.Sweet Old World - Emmylou Harris By: granako Added: 05/10/08 Runtime: 5:07 Views: 8,666 Comments: 25 Tags: bokcani, emmylou, granako, harris, old, sweet, world Embed Code:
