Amazed
Amazed is a song by the American country music group Lonestar. It was released in March 1999 as the second single from their album Lonely Grill. The song was written by Marv Green, Aimee Mayo, and Chris Lindsey. "Amazed" spent eight weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of the most successful country-pop crossover songs of its time.
Background[edit | edit source]
"Amazed" was written by Marv Green, Aimee Mayo, and Chris Lindsey. The song was inspired by the writers' personal experiences and relationships. It was produced by Dann Huff and Randy Barlow.
Composition[edit | edit source]
The song is a ballad that features a blend of country and pop elements. It is set in the key of A major and has a slow tempo of approximately 72 beats per minute. The lyrics express deep romantic feelings and admiration for a loved one.
Chart Performance[edit | edit source]
"Amazed" achieved significant success on various music charts. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, where it remained for eight consecutive weeks. The song also topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making Lonestar the first country group to achieve this feat since Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton's "Islands in the Stream" in 1983.
Music Video[edit | edit source]
The music video for "Amazed" was directed by Lawrence Carroll. It features the band performing the song in a dimly lit room, interspersed with scenes of a couple in love. The video received heavy rotation on Country Music Television (CMT) and Great American Country (GAC).
Legacy[edit | edit source]
"Amazed" is considered one of Lonestar's signature songs and remains a popular choice for weddings and romantic occasions. It has been covered by various artists and continues to receive airplay on country and adult contemporary radio stations.
Awards and Nominations[edit | edit source]
The song received several awards and nominations, including:
- Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards: Single of the Year
- Country Music Association (CMA) Awards: Song of the Year
- Grammy Awards: Nominated for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal
Track Listings[edit | edit source]
CD Single[edit | edit source]
- "Amazed" – 4:00
- "What About Now" – 3:30
Personnel[edit | edit source]
- Richie McDonald – lead vocals
- Michael Britt – guitar
- Keech Rainwater – drums
- Dean Sams – keyboards
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Lonestar discography
- List of Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles of 1999
- List of Billboard Hot Country Songs number-one singles of 1999
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External Links[edit | edit source]
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- 1999 singles
- Lonestar songs
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- Songs written by Marv Green
- Songs written by Aimee Mayo
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