One Way Ticket (Because I Can)
LeAnn Rimes
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Standing on the border Looking out into the great unknown I can feel my heart beating faster as I step out on my own There's a new horizon and the promise of a favorable wind I'm heading out tonight, traveling light I'm gonna start all over again And buy a one-way ticket on a west bound train See how far I can go I'm gonna go out dancing in the pouring rain And talk to someone I don't know I will face the world around me Knowing that I'm strong enough to let you go And I will fall in love again Because I can Gonna climb the mountain And look the eagle in the eye I won't let fear clip my wings and tell me how high I can fly How could I have ever believed That love had to be so blind When freedom was waiting, down at the station All I had to do was make up my mind And buy a one-way ticket on a west bound train See how far I can go I'm gonna go out dancing in the pouring rain And talk to someone I don't know I will face the world around me Knowing that I'm strong enough to let you go And I will fall in love again Because I can Well, I have walked through the fire And crawled on my knees through the valley of the shadow of doubt Then the truth came shining like a light on me and now I can see my way out I'm gonna buy a one-way ticket on a west bound train See how far I can go I'm gonna go out dancing in the pouring rain And talk to someone I don't know I'm gonna buy a one-way ticket on a west bound train Gonna have my breakfast with some pink champagne Gonna sail the ocean, gonna spread my wings Gonna climb that mountain, gonna do everything.
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Written by: Judy Rodman, Keith Hinton
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14 facts about this song
Record Production"One Way Ticket (Because I Can)" is a song recorded by American country artist LeAnn Rimes.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released on September 9, 1996, as the third single from her debut album "Blue."
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Chart PerformanceThe song was successful on the charts, reaching number one on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart in December 1996.
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Songwriters"One Way Ticket (Because I Can)" was written by Judy Rodman and Keith Hinton.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Michael Salomon, a renowned video director who has worked with various prominent artists.
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GenreThis song falls under the country music genre.
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Song ThemeThe song carries a theme of freedom and departure, with the protagonist buying a one-way ticket on a westbound train.
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Audience ReceptionThe song was well received by audiences, further confirming Rimes' status as a young rising star at the time.
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Album successBlue, the album the song was from, went multi-platinum in the United States and the single was one of its major hits.
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Distinct Classification"One Way Ticket (Because I Can)" is unique as Rimes' only number one hit on the country music charts to date.
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Ascent of LeAnn RimesThe song helped to further elevate Rimes' profile in the country music industry, making her one of the youngest artists to reach number one on the charts.
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Song InterpretationThe song is often interpreted as a strong anthem of individuality and personal freedom, reflecting Rimes' own struggles with fame at a young age.
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Live PerformancesRimes performed the song live during various concerts and tours and it continues to be a favorite among her fans.
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Cover VersionsThough not widely covered, the song's catchy tune and meaningful lyrics make it a favorite for budding country music artists to play.
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