Introduction
“The House That Built Me” is a poignant country ballad performed by American singer Miranda Lambert. Released in March 2010 as the third single from her third studio album, Revolution, the song delves into themes of nostalgia and self-discovery.Wikipedia, l’enciclopedia libera+2Wikipedia+2Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+2
The narrative follows a woman returning to her childhood home, seeking to reconnect with her past and the person she has become. This journey is portrayed as a means to reclaim lost pieces of herself.
Interestingly, the song was initially penned by songwriters Tom Douglas and Allen Shamblin with a male vocalist in mind. It was first presented to Blake Shelton; however, upon hearing it, Lambert felt a deep personal connection and decided to record it herself. Wide Open Country+4American Songwriter+4The Tennessean+4Wikipedia
Upon its release, “The House That Built Me” achieved remarkable success. It debuted at number 51 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and ascended to the top position, maintaining that spot for four consecutive weeks. The song also reached number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned Platinum certification from the RIAA in January 2011. Википедия — свободная энциклопедия+2Wikipedia+2Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+2
The accompanying music video, directed by Trey Fanjoy, features Lambert visiting a house resembling her own childhood home, reflecting the song’s themes. The video received positive acclaim, including a standing ovation during its live performance at the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards. Wikipedia+1Википедия — свободная энциклопедия+1
“The House That Built Me” garnered numerous accolades, including the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2011, marking Lambert’s first Grammy win. It also secured wins for Song of the Year and Video of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards in 2011. Wikipedia+1Wikipedia, l’enciclopedia libera+1Wikipedia, l’enciclopedia libera
The song holds a special place in Lambert’s discography, resonating with audiences through its heartfelt lyrics and universal themes of home and identity.
For a deeper insight into the creation of “The House That Built Me,” you can watch the following interview where co-writer Tom Douglas discusses the song’s inspiration:
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