The Story
Brandi Carlile
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All of these lines across my face Tell you the story of who I am So many stories of where I've been And how I got to where I am But these stories don't mean anything When you've got no one to tell them to It's true, I was made for you I climbed across the mountain tops Swam all across the ocean blue I crossed all the lines, and I broke all the rules But, baby, I broke them all for you Because even when I was flat broke You made me feel like a million bucks You do I was made for you You see the smile that's on my mouth It's hiding the words that don't come out And all of my friends who think that I'm blessed They don't know my head is a mess No, they don't know who I really am And they don't know what I've been through like you do And I was made for you All of these lines across my face Tell you the story of who I am So many stories of where I've been And how I got to where I am But these stories don't mean anything When you've got no one to tell them to It's true, I was made for you It's true, I was made for you
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Written by: Phillip John Hanseroth
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Music Genre"The Story" is a song that distinctly falls under the genre of folk-rock and Americana from singer Brandi Carlile.
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Album InformationThe song "The Story" is the title track off Brandi Carlile's second album, released in 2007.
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Billboard FactsUpon its release, "The Story" peaked at number 58 on the UK Singles Chart but did not make a significant impact on the US Billboard charts.
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Commercial SuccessDespite its initial lukewarm reception, the song gained commercial success after it was featured in a 2008 General Motors commercial aired during the Beijing Olympics.
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Production FactsThe album "The Story" was produced by T-Bone Burnett, one of the most respected producers in the music industry, recognized for his work with artists like Roy Orbison, Elvis Costello and Counting Crows.
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Video AppearanceThe music video for "The Story" features actress Reese Witherspoon, who was producing a movie based on Carlile’s life at the time of the video's creation.
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Song InterpretationThe song is renowned for its raw emotion and notable for its narrative style, often interpreted as an intimate account of Carlile’s personal experiences.
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Cover VersionA cover version of "The Story" was performed by LeAnn Rimes, bringing more popularity and recognition to the song.
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Television InfluenceThe song was chosen as the theme song for the ABC television series "Grey’s Anatomy," which further helped it reach a wider audience.
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Critical Acclaim"The Story" is often ranked as one of Carlile's best songs by critics, with its honest lyrics and powerful vocal delivery receiving high praise.
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Awards and NominationsWhile "The Story" didn't win any awards, Brandi Carlile's album of the same name was nominated for the title of Outstanding Music Artist at the 19th GLAAD Media Awards in 2008.
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Emotional ImpactMany fans and listeners have reported strong emotional responses to "The Story," with the song often reported as a catalyst for tears and deep introspection.
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