Hey, Lady

Today's Question...

How many songs have you heard with your name in it?

This is a short one, because I don't feel like writing right now. I was really into this, and then my mood died shortly after starting...but I will get it done by the end of the month, I promise. =)

Five...and I'll even put them in order of my favorites. I will link the songs, but you have to open them in a new window because they will open in this one if you don't. If you have firefox, you can hold the control key when you click the link. If not, right click and "open in new tab/window".

There, There, Katie - Jack's Mannequin: This song is about how the lead singer has Leukemia, and how his sister donated stem cells to save his life. I think the message behind it applies to any type of situation. Katie, Katie I know that in your condition, the sunshine's been missing. But Katie, don't believe that it isn't there...This song just speaks to me in so many ways.  It reminds me that no matter what happens, to always remain positive. Why go with bad feelings?

Maybe Katie - Barenaked Ladies: This song, from what I understand, is about a woman named Katie whom is apparently older. I'd like to say in her late 30's, possibly 40's. He speaks about how she's growing older and no one seems to give her the time of day.  When she did manage to get a boyfriend, he seemed to turn her away because she had a child. Just because her youth is fading, doesn't mean she's not worth dating. What's so maybe about...whats so maybe about...what's so maybe about Katie? I believe he's speaking about how no matter what a person is like, it doesn't mean that you shouldn't give them a chance.

Katie Wants a Fast One - Steve Wariner: The song brings me back to when I was eleven, listening to it with my mom.  I remember how psyched I was when I heard the name "Katie", and how it made me smile whenever I heard it. It's about a girl whom spends her whole life in the fast lane. Everything has to be about instant gratification or she just isn't satisfied...it's about how every song on the radio is way too slow for her, and she just wants them to play fast songs. Katie wants a fast one, you know she's gotta have one. Cuz that's what makes her motor run, Katie wants a fast one.

Bring 'Em Out - Hawk Nelson: You probably wouldn't understand this one unless you ever heard it. Though the song isn't about Katie, she is mentioned. Katie, I don't know why I even try. 'Cause lately, you're always out with other guys. Pretty baby, don't you know I'll treat you right? I'll go crazy if you pass me up tonight. Since this is a christian band, I have to say that I love this song. I believe, and I could be misunderstanding the lyric, it has been several years since I heard it, that the song is about a guy who loves a girl named Katie, and how she overlooks him constantly. So he decided that instead of trying to get her attention, he's going to just live his life.

Lastly, and you guys should have seen this one coming...

She's In Love With The Boy - Trisha Yearwood: I can't stand this song. I hate it with the burning inferno of a thousand suns (if I may borrow your expression, Azrael).  This one is about a girl named Katie who loves a guy named Tommy, whom apparently doesn't have much going for him.  Her dad throws a fit because he believes she deserves better, but Katie's got her heart set on that one boy.  And you wonder why I hate this song? My brother's name is Thomas. Incidentally, I found out that this song was written for Katie and Tommy Cruise.