Was That My Life
Jo Dee Messina
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I don't want to be the one who's old before their time, And lose the wonder that I felt as a child. I can't run this race believing I might lose; There's still so much to see, and so much left to do. Yes, I'll fall before I fly, But no one can say I never tried. [Chorus] Oh, we just get one ride around the sun, In this dream of time. It goes so fast that one day we look back, And we ask, was that my life? I close my eyes and think how lucky I have been, To hold the ones I love and share my dreams with them. All those sunny days and all those starry skies Good morning kisses and sweet good nights. Oh, I can't tell them enough, Just how much that they are loved. [Chorus] We just get one ride around the sun, In this dream of time. It goes so fast that one day we look back, And we ask, oh, was that my life? Oh, was that my life rollin' on by? Oh, rollin', rollin', rollin', rollin' on by. Was that my life? Oh, was that my life?
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Written by: MARV GREEN, BILL LUTHER
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10 facts about this song
Album"Was That My Life" is a song from Jo Dee Messina's third studio album 'A Joyful Noise' released in 2002.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved considerable success in the charts. It peaked at number 22 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
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SongwritersIt was written by prolific songwriters Marv Green and Aimee Mayo. Green is known for his work with Carrie Underwood and Brooks & Dunn, while Mayo has written for artists like Tim McGraw and Faith Hill.
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VideoThe music video for "Was That My Life" was directed by Lawrence Carroll, who’s also known for his work with other country music artists.
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Notable LyricsThe song is notable for its reflective and questioning lyrics, "Was that my life? Did I breathe in, let it out, get it rightJ”
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews from critics. Some praised Messina's vocal performance while others appreciated the song's introspective lyrics.
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ThemeJo Dee Messina addresses the fleeting nature of life in "Was That My Life", narrating the story of a woman reflecting back on her life, questioning whether she made the most of it.
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Live Performances"Was That My Life" became a staple in Messina's live performances due to its popularity and the emotional connection it created with concert-goers.
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RecognitionThe song further cemented Messina's position as a successful female artist in the country music scene during the 2000s.
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GenresThough "Was That My Life" is primarily country, it’s also being noted for elements of contemporary Pop, showcasing Messina's versatility as an artist.
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