PDF Playlist
Brandi Carlile
About The Story
"The Story" is a song released as a single by American folk rock singer Brandi Carlile, written by Phil Hanseroth, from her 2007 album The Story. It was featured in Grey's Anatomy in 2007 and is on Grey's Anatomy Soundtrack album 3 (released September 11). About four years later, a version of the song has been recorded by Grey's Anatomy actress Sara Ramirez and was first presented in the 2011 episode "Song Beneath the Song". The track was later covered by LeAnn Rimes for her Remnants album and by Dolly Parton for the charity tribute album Cover Stories. more »
- Year:
- 2011
- 5:06
- 5,536Views
- Playlists:
- #2
');var c=function(){cf.showAsyncAd(opts)};if(window.cf)c();else{cf_async=!0;var r=document.createElement("script"),s=document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0];r.async=!0;r.src="https://srv.clickfuse.com/showads/showad.js";r.readyState?r.onreadystatechange=function(){if("loaded"==r.readyState||"complete"==r.readyState)r.onreadystatechange=null,c()}:r.onload=c;s.parentNode.insertBefore(r,s)};})();
Struggling with The Story? Become a better singer in 30 days with these videos!
All of these lines across my faceTell you the story of who I amSo many stories of where I've beenAnd how I got to where I amBut these stories don't mean anythingWhen you've got no one to tell them toIt's true, I was made for youI climbed across the mountain topsSwam all across the ocean blueI crossed all the lines, and I broke all the rulesBut, baby, I broke them all for youOh because even when I was flat brokeYou made me feel like a million bucksYou doI was made for youFor you You see the smile that's on my mouthIt's hiding the words that don't come outAnd all of my friends who think that I'm blessedThey don't know my head is a messNo, they don't know who I really amAnd they don't know whatI've been through like you doAnd I was made for youAnd all of these lines across my faceTell you the story of who I amSo many stories of where I've beenAnd how I got to where I amBut these stories don't mean anythingWhen you've got no one to tell them toIt's true, I was made for youIt's true that I was made for you
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
');var c=function(){cf.showAsyncAd(opts)};if(window.cf)c();else{cf_async=!0;var r=document.createElement("script"),s=document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0];r.async=!0;r.src="https://srv.clickfuse.com/showads/showad.js";r.readyState?r.onreadystatechange=function(){if("loaded"==r.readyState||"complete"==r.readyState)r.onreadystatechange=null,c()}:r.onload=c;s.parentNode.insertBefore(r,s)};})();
Brandi Carlile
Brandi Carlile (born June 1, 1981) is an American alternative country and folk rock singer-songwriter. She has released several albums including The Story, Give Up the Ghost and Live at Benaroya Hall with the Seattle Symphony which reached number 14 on the Top Rock Albums chart. more »
9 fans
Genre »
Rock
Style »
Folk Rock, Pop Rock, Soft Rock
Sheet Music PDF Playlist
Written by: Phillip John Hanseroth
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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. |
Album InformationThe song "The Story" is the title track off Brandi Carlile's second album, released in 2007. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
Cover VersionA cover version of "The Story" was performed by LeAnn Rimes, bringing more popularity and recognition to the song. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
more »
