LeAnn Rimes

The Remarkable Journey of a Country Music Icon

LeAnn Rimes burst onto the country music scene in 1996 at the tender age of 13 with her powerful vocals and emotive delivery of classic country songs. Born in 1982 in Jackson, Mississippi, Rimes grew up surrounded by music. Her vocal talents were evident from a very young age, and she entered her first talent competition at 5 years old.

By 11, Rimes was performing at local country music festivals and fairs. Her big break came when she recorded Bill Mack’s “Blue,” which skyrocketed up the country charts. Her debut album, also titled “Blue,” was released in 1996 and became a major success. Rimes won the Country Music Association’s Horizon Award for best new artist and also snagged a Grammy for Best New Artist, becoming the youngest recipient of the award at age 14.

Rimes’ early hits like “One Way Ticket (Because I Can)” and “How Do I Live” established her as one of country music’s most promising new talents. Her voice, described as rich, throaty and mature beyond her years, earned her comparisons to legendary country singers like Patsy Cline. Over the next decade, Rimes continued to release hit country singles and albums, venturing into pop territory at times while still staying true to her country roots.

Some of the influences and inspirations behind Rimes’ signature sound include Patsy Cline, Alison Krauss, and Bonnie Raitt. Known for her vocal range and expressiveness, Rimes pours genuine emotion into each performance. Her musical journey has taken her down both traditional and contemporary country directions, captivating audiences with her powerhouse vocals for over 25 years.

Over the course of her career, LeAnn Rimes has won numerous awards, including 2 Grammys, 3 ACMs, one CMA, one Dove Award and an American Music award. She has released over 10 studio albums and sold over 40 million records worldwide, cementing her status as a true icon of country music. Though still just in her early 40s, this Mississippi songbird has already left an indelible mark on the country genre thanks to her one-of-a-kind talent and passion for heartfelt storytelling through song. Her journey continues to inspire aspiring vocalists today to share their gifts with the world.

Discography

Albums

  • From My Heart to Yours (1992)
  • What a Wonderful World (2004-10-12)
  • Remnants (2016-10-28)
  • Whatever We Wanna (2006-06-02)
  • Spitfire (2013-04-15)
  • All That (1993-06-01)
  • LeAnn Rimes (1999-10-26)
  • CHANT: The Human & The Holy (2020-11-20)
  • Sittin’ on Top of the World (1998-05-05)
  • This Woman (2005-01-25)
  • Lady & Gentlemen (2011-09-26)
  • Twisted Angel (2002-09-30)
  • You Light Up My Life: Inspirational Songs (1997-09-09)
  • Family (2007-10-09)
  • Everybody's Sweetheart (1991)
  • Today Is Christmas (2015-10-16)
  • Blue (1996-07-09)
  • God’s Work (2022-09-16)

Singles

  • You Light Up My Life / I Believe ()
  • Written in the Stars (1999)
  • BIG Deal / Leaving's Not Leaving (1999-09-28)
  • Put a Little Holiday in Your Heart (1996-11-23)
  • Life Goes On (2002-09-23)
  • What Have I Done (2012-11-20)
  • Last Thing On My Mind (2004-04-17)
  • spaceship (2023-03-24)
  • Uninvited (2022-09-02)
  • Snow in Vegas (2015-01-15)
  • The Wild (2022-07-15)
  • Santa Baby (2010-12-14)
  • Blue (1996-06-04)
  • On the Side of Angels ()
  • Nothin' Better to Do (2007-11-06)
  • I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas (2014-09-30)
  • How Much a Heart Can Hold (2022-04-08)
  • Commitment (1998)
  • What I Cannot Change (Remixes) (2008-11)
  • The Only (2022-05-20)
  • Throw My Arms Around the World (2020-12-16)
  • Borrowed (re‐imagined) (2018-06-20)
  • And It Feels Like (2006)
  • Till We Ain’t Strangers Anymore (2007-11-12)
  • How Do I Live (1997-05-27)
  • Borrowed (2012-12-18)
  • Suddenly (2003-02-18)
  • Today Is Christmas (Holiday Theme for NBC’s TODAY) (2015-09-25)
  • Celebrate Me Home (2015-09-18)
  • Gasoline and Matches (2014-01-10)