Friday, April 8, 2016

Martina McBride - Review of Music & Tribute to Work

Martina McBride

Martina McBride Speaks Out on Behalf of Victims


I guess just about everybody has a favorite Martina McBride song. For me, it is hard to choose just one.  I have always enjoyed lyrics that tell a story or make you feel like you have lived that song yourself or know someone that has experienced it and all of her songs are like that.

One of the things I like best about country music, is that I can usually understand the lyrics as well as the emotions and I do love a heart gripping song.  For 20 years, Martina McBride has been singing ballads and love songs that touch our hearts but she doesn't just stop with her music.  She is also an active spokeswoman and fundraiser for several charities including the "National Network to End Domestic Violence."  She tries to reach out to touch our hearts and set our feet into action.  I have tremendous respect for someone who uses their celebrity status to bring attention and help to a commonly ignored problem in our society.

Here are a few of my favorite Martina McBride songs.




"Independence Day" by Martina McBride


The knowledge that people suffer abuse disgusts me to the very core of my being.

This is a very powerful song with a very powerful message.  There is only so much a person can handle before they break.



National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY 1-800-787-3224




"Wild Angels" by Martina McBride


I have always believed angels were watching over me. I have to smile at the concept of "wild angels." Of course, now that I write with my fellow contributors here on Review This, I can say that I have met a few wild angels and I love them all!

May you always fly high!

 



"Wrong Again" by Martina McBride


Even though this song has absolutely no significance in my life, I listen to it often. I like the melody and I am humored by the twist of lyrics. I especially love the last line:

"I was sure I'd never find someone to heal the damage you had done and my poor heart would never mend, Wrong Again"


I always prefer a happy ending!

 


About Martina McBride

 

Martina McBrideAccording to wikipedia.com, Martina has won the Country Music Association's "Female Vocalist of the Year" award four times (tied with Reba McEntire for the most wins) and the Academy of Country Music's "Top Female Vocalist" award three times. What I want to know is why is she not in the Country Music Hall of Fame? With a musical career that spans nearly 20 years and has sold over 16 million albums, what are they waiting for?

Her personal life is stellar too. She has been married for over 20 years. She and her husband, John McBride, have 3 daughters.

You can read more about Martina McBride's personal life, her career and her charity work here
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"Valentine" by Martina McBride


This song will always hold a special place in my heart. Although the song is about romantic love, it carries a different significance and connotation for me.

A decade ago, I dedicated this song to my son. I still think of him when I hear the words:

"You would still have my heart until the end of time."

Isn't that really how we all feel about our children?

 




"A Happy Girl" by Martina McBride


When I hear it, this song floods my mind with memories. My father used to say this song made him think of my daughter. Now that kind of drove her crazy, but we all smiled at the description of a "happy girl." It really does apply to my baby girl,


If you knew how often my daughter changes her hair color and how crazy happy she is, you would understand why I chose this video.

 






This Very Happy Girl, Martina McBride, 

was Presented with the 

"Minnie Pearl Humanitarian Award" in 2003

 
Martina McBride
Salva1745 [CC BY 2.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) or CC BY 2.0
(http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)], via Wikimedia Commons



 

"There You Are" by Martina McBride


My husband and I have been married for over 30 years now and I still love him. Of course, like every other couple, we have had a few problems and our share of disagreements, after all, we have raised two children together.

When my mother described our relationship to someone recently, she said "you better not ever try to come between them. He would defend her with his life." That is completely true. The man has defended me, protected me, provided for me and loved me for pretty much my entire adult life.

Everyone should be loved like that.

 



"My Baby Loves Me" by Martina McBride


"My Baby Loves Me Just the Way that I Am!"

Well, that pretty much says it all! To quote another Martina McBride song, "I have been blessed.

 



“The music is just who I am.  I have a really strong sense of who I am, what works for me and what I like.  There’s a certain positivity to my music, even though some of my biggest hits have been songs that aren’t necessarily happy, like ‘Concrete Angel,’ ‘Where Would You Be’ and ‘Independence Day.’  The songs on Shine are definitely not all positive, but even if the song is about heartbreak or loss, there is a strength to it that comes through.”     ~ Martina McBride ~




"Concrete Angel" by Martina McBride


This song is almost too hard to hear. The really sad reality is there are children abused everyday. My heart breaks at the very idea that a parent would harm their own child.

I understand we do not have the perfect intervention system, but I would call in an instant if I knew a child was being abused.

National Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline

800-422-4453




So Many Others .............

Martina McBride 
There are so many other wonderful Martina McBride songs that I enjoy. The ones above are only a sample of her music and the significance of her songs in my life.

It is obvious that I think Martina McBride is talented but what really sets her apart from other celebrities, is her heart for people in crisis.

I admire her work in the music industry, her charity work and her commitment to her family. An outstanding combination that makes her a real star in this world.





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This Martina McBride Review & Tribute was Written by:
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6 comments:

  1. I love Martina's voice. And Independence Day is one of my all time favorite songs. There are also songs here that I didn't know about. Great post.

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  2. She's stood the test of time hasn't she Cynthia, and I enjoy everyone of the songs you've featured here. She'll be making music for a long time, lucky us!

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  3. Love her voice. And love the fact that she uses her musical talent as 'messages in song' for causes needing notice and special moments in life. Wonderful review of a talented lady and her music.

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  4. What a wonderful voice! I enjoy listening to Martina's music, too. It's always wonderful to learn good things about the "real life" of a successful artist and public figure. Martina never disappoints with her music and it's good to know that she doesn't disappoint in real life, either. Wonderful review!

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  5. What a wonderful voice! I enjoy listening to Martina's music, too. It's always wonderful to learn good things about the "real life" of a successful artist and public figure. Martina never disappoints with her music and it's good to know that she doesn't disappoint in real life, either. Wonderful review!

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  6. This was my introduction to her music, since I rarely have music on anymore. She sounds like quite a woman, not content just to get famous and make money, but active in helping others have a better life, as well.

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