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This 1997 album debuted at the top of the pop, country, and Christian album charts. Sadly, it underscored the artistic vacuum surrounding Rimes in the wake of her explosive 1996 hit single "Blue." At a time when female country singers were being lauded for their growing depth and sophistication, this collection of "inspirational songs" seemed anachronistic and downright corny. The concept was more appropriate to a TV-marketed album by some faded legend than a singer so young. Even the best singers would have difficulty bringing anything new to the over-recorded title song, "Bridge Over Troubled Waters," "God Bless America," "Amazing Grace," and "The Star Spangled Banner," songs impossible to redefine. That might explain why Rimes's vocals throughout are as soulless and detached as her performance of "Blue" was passionate and earthy. At times, she sounds as if she's singing from a teleprompter. The album's success is undeniable. Whether it did her talent justice is another matter.

--Rich Kienzle

You Light Up My Life: Inspirational Songs
by Leann Rimes

Song Lyrics

You Light Up My Life
The Rose
Bridge Over Troubled Waters
I Believe
Ten Thousand Angels Cried
Clinging To A Saving Hand
On The Side Of Angels
I Know Who Holds Tomorrow
God Bless America
How Do I Live (Extended Mix)
Amazing Grace
National Anthem


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