Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- Brenda Lee was born Brenda Mae Tarpley on Dec. 11, 1944, in Atlanta. She was the second daughter of Rubin and Grace Tarpley. The youngster showed distinctive vocal talent at age 3, won her first singing contest when she was 5 and was performing regularly on an Atlanta radio station when she was 7. It was at about that time that a TV producer in Augusta, Ga., changed her name to Brenda Lee. In 1953, when she was 9, her father died in a construction accident.
Country singer Red Foley heard Lee when she was around 10 years old and subsequently invited her to appear with him on the popular TV show, Ozark Jubilee. Her popularity and high visibility soon won her guest shots on such popular network programs as The Ed Sullivan Show and The Perry Como Show.
In 1956, Lee signed with Decca Records, where she later united with the legendary producer Owen Bradley, who would oversee most of her hits. She charted her first pop single, "One Step at a Time," in 1957, but it made it only to No. 43. (The song did, however, go to No. 15 on the country rankings.) Though it would take a few years to break in the U.S., her early records sold well in Europe. She toured France in 1959 and has since established herself internationally as one of the most visible and beloved ambassadors of country music.
It wasn't until 1960 when Lee took "Sweet Nothin's" to No. 4 on the pop charts that she made a major impact as a recording artist. Over the next 13 years, she scored two No. 1's ("I'm Sorry" and "I Want to Be Wanted"), four Top 5s and five Top 10s. While its short seasonal nature kept it from ever topping the charts, her "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," recorded in 1958, has become a holiday classic. A spellbinding stage performer, the diminutive (4 feet 11 inches) vocalist was dubbed "Little Miss Dynamite" following the release of her second charted single, "Dynamite," in 1957.
In 1962, during a Jackie Wilson concert at the fairgrounds in Nashville, Lee met her future husband, Charles (Ronnie) Shacklett. They were married on April 24, 1963, while Lee, still in her teens, was at the height of her record chart popularity. In spite of the pressures of show business, her marriage has endured. She and her husband have two daughters, Julie LeAnn (born in 1964) and Jolie Lenee (born in 1969).
Just as her pop presence was waning, Lee struck it big on the country charts. Between 1973 and 1975, she had six consecutive Top 10 hits on Decca's successor label, MCA. She continued to inhabit the country charts through the '80s and '90s with "Tell Me What It's Like," "The Cowgirl and the Dandy" and "Broken Trust" (with the Oak Ridge Boys) all going Top 10.
Apart from performing, Lee is a tireless supporter of the Nashville music community at large and of numerous charitable organizations. She has served on the boards of the Country Music Association and the Recording Academy (the Grammy organization) and has been active with the Kidney Foundation, the American Cancer Society, the Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy organizations and the March of Dimes.
Lee was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1997 and to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. Her autobiography, Little Miss Dynamite: The Life and Times of Brenda Lee, was published in 2003. ~SOURCE: www.cmt.com/art...
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I am 79 years old and she still make my heart sing.
You're right 💓
I'm also 79 And I agree 👍
@@arthurgamez9436 and me too at 79.
Bethyfull times.
I’m a youngy at 77 but it still works for me!
Her voice is clear as a bell. So pretty.
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
Class never fades
It's 2020....Who is with me....Everytime you hear Brenda Lee....It's still a WOW Moment...
I'm with you and totally agree.
James Swan you could see she was abused and afraid;this was a sick expose of what they could do. There was no backdrop! She was being sacrificed and she was singing for her life! There was nothing there,nobody!
Totally.
A walk down memory Lane.
I miss really Woman 🙈🙉🙊
She was just a kid when she made this record. This is talent.
do the alphabet
The gift of her talent and the appreciation of those around her knowing she came from a difficult family where her father died and her mother had to support a family made these kind gentlemen help her mother to provide help and get her exposure so she can earn money to help her mother and her siblings able to survive. Also, they kept her money in a fund since she was young. Plus, once her mother remarried, it was good that money he could not touched in case he married the mother to get her money which he later left the mother without a trace and she kept Brenda Lee protected by going with her to various places so Brenda Lee can earn money for her family. Eventually, buying a home for her mother which was Brenda's real reason for getting a home that would provide comfort and a decent home for the entire family to live there. God always protect his own servants.
@@homegown1234
I didn’t know her family history. Thanks for sharing the info
She recorded this song at age 15.
And she has her own sound... ❤
No girl this age could sing like this... ever. At 4'10" tall they called her "The little girl with the big voice." At the mid point of the song they didn't know what put there so they had her simply speak the words, and it came out beautifully. *Brenda Lee is truly one of a kind.*
Leanne Rymes was 12 when she started singing with a beautiful voice too
And Brenda sang professionally from age 6.
@@carlamckizzick4340It’s all about the originals who paved the way
Oh! Absolutely!
Brenda Lee...Connie Francis...Patsy Cline...best 3 Female singers of all time...thank you ladies...❤
Please add Karen Carpenter to your list.
@@debracaldwell8230. Yep ….Karen too😊
And Kay Starr
And Janis please.
Love tham aĺ
This record is still stunning, 60 years later ....
Tears on my pillows
Forever
Yes. Stunning👍
Oui j adoooore depuis toute jeune!...
Combien j aime cet air, cette musique, cette Femme même si je ne comprends pas hélas mot à mot tout mais l essentiel!....
Tell mi....appelez moi!!...
Respect et Admiration et Souvenirs
Вот это голос, вот это женщина! Поёт, дерёт по сердцу и голове!
Чистый, кристальный голос!
Невероятная!
Who still listens to this song in 2023 ?
Magnificent ! Awesome !
Supreme !
Me😊
And me now 2024, beautiful awesome voice for a 14yo girl.
Moi car jadoooore et je pleure mais c'est magnifique
31janvier 2024❤❤❤
Me❤❤❤❤2024 février
Me ...i love this kind of music ❤❤
A small package of big big talent
I was shocked to discover how young she was when she recorded her songs and was also surprised that she's still here to get her flowers 💐. Get it Ms Brenda!❤😊
Hello Maria, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Well I was 10 years old when I started to sing, but I didn't have her voice. I sounded more like Elvis. My voice was a little deep.
For my age and I sang his songs perfectly. I'm very proud of Brenda. She did a beautiful job on that song and many others what. I've always loved brenda lee
This song is 60 years old, but is probably the most haunting Song in the last 6 decades. Brenda lee delivery of this song gives me the chills. Simply memorable and permanently embedded in my memory.
I agree with you completely, feel exactly the same
Heard this song for the first time. Damn how beautifull it is 👌🏾
How lovely for you.
unbïlivebell
Eu já ouvi essa música, E conheci a jovem que canta agora. Pensei no período que era um garoto . Porém é uma JÓIA de garota Linda . Sou vovó LAÍSE SilVA.chau .
All done without digital help !!! She was a musical treasure !!!
Not entirely true
How isn’t it true??? You’re slow! Digital wasn’t invented yet! It IS entirely true! 🤡
The sheer power in her voice is still one of a kind. Always been a Brenda Lee Super Fan!
Apple-solutely. And that was the Anita Kerr Singers doing the backing vocals. They did them for a good quarter or third of Nashville recordings at the time.
This woman when she was a mere girl could make you feel everything she sings. Her voice was crystal clear without today's enhancements. Am I humble opinion she set the standard for all women vocalist.
LITTLE MISS DYNAMITE, AS BRENDA WAS KNOWN. WAS ONE OF THE GREATEST, SINGERS OF ALL TIME. IN MY OPINION.
My mother loved her and that's why my name is Brenda
Hi Brenda!
I am 75 now and I remember this song ...and loving it still.
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
Idem 73 ans
When music sounds like music. Love
Love that song, I'm 68 and have loved music all of my life.
💜💜💜💜
I love her voice!! The tone! Even at a young age, she was 🔥
Nobody can do this song like Little Miss Dynamite!! She is amazing 👏 ❤
This version (in czech language) is also not bad... ruclips.net/video/6ffRl7M8JjU/видео.html
Indeed
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
I'm 80 & enjoy the songs from that time more than what they sing today.
Hello Terri, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Amazing range, perfect control, perfect delivery. Under-appreciated great singer!
Yeah! Her voice is wonderful!
I am listening to this with watery eyes and a lump in my throat, i am 72 and remember this from way back. still huantingly beautiful.
The cadence is unbelievable!
Not under-appreciated at all, but a great talent as you say.
We loved her in England, her singles constantly top of our Charts. Brenda Lee made my teenage heartbreaks bearable - I played her out and often felt she'd suffered with me! There's something about wallowing in misery that heals, what would we turn to without music? Yes as you say, perfect.
Such a big voice with so much feeling. I never get tired of hearing her sing. Amazing!
Yes Barbara, you have my full and honest agreement...stay healthy in this threatening time!🙂☘️Yours Susanne from Germany.
Amen sistah from St Louis MO Jan 31,2021
Yes, I'm totally with you...unforgettable!👍🙂♥️🌼
@@susannekurz9174 Hello Susanne, how is things going with you?
👏👏👏
Even today, I am stunned in awe at sweet little Brenda Lee's magnificent voice. We sure do miss you.
She is still alive thankfully
She just sung on a plane!!! That’s why I’m here 😂
She literally still performs... Y'all just talk to talk in the comment section sometimes lmao 😅
She is ..here her song rick around the christmas yree went to number one she made a real cute video go gi with the song she is dtill full if lufe
shes still alive and kickin ❤
How does a 14 year old own a voice like this? It's a pure miracle she was discovered but thankfully somehow it happened. She went on to grace us with many great songs. You go girl!
14? Incredibly mature voice and performance.
What about a 13 year old singing BLUE, by Leanne Rhymes?
So hauntingly beautiful! Soooo many evoked memories
Verdade
Hermosa voz!! Esa música de los 50 es inolvidable!!!
2023. Still brilliant.
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
Hello Melody, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
J'ai " la chaire de poule " à chaque fois que j'écoute cette chanson !
I just thank God we can still experience, and it is a true experience to watch and listen to her forever!
I have no idea why someone would give this video a thumbs down. It takes all kinds I guess. Beautiful voice.
SAW HER IN 65 AT THE DEVILS LAKE PAVILION IN MANITOU BEACH MI---HUGE VOICE FROM A LITTLE GIRL.
It's a classic.
@@Hampsonful Music is very subjective. Opinions are like arseholes - we all have one!
Kids
Its called freedom. Don't knock it
I heard this song by her on the radio, i was 13 yrs. old. She was only 15 yrs. old. She made an immediate impact on us young teenagers! She still has it to this day! 2024!
What's so amazing about Brenda's voice is that it still resonates emotionally with me, and I'm 76-years old!!!
I was a very shy person who didnt like to be noticed and then i sang this song and all of a sudden people noticed me, brenda lee has always been one of my favs
To me this is one the most beautiful song ever!!
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
How can one not fall for that voice? ❤️👏👏
I am only 56 but I love the music back when it was real! No auto tune! Love her voice!!
Great singer
Ningún cantante de hoy se compara a esto. Es sumamente sublime
Anna Gabriel Tambien
Ai muchos artistas buenos en nuestro tiempo.Pero,esto que escuchamos,es...és algo muy valioso.
Saludos a todos des de Brazil
Brenda is a one in a generational talent. Basically if she appeared in one of today’s talent shows she’d be a guaranteed golden buzzer and winner. This is a girl with zero formal vocal training and raised in a very poor family. She truly worked hard and have every right to be where she is today. Just amazing.
This generation does not respect this type of music , sad but ,too true!!!!! Not valugar or demeaning enough! The best music & time in America, gone but not quite forgotten!!!
I doubt she would get through today. No one likes talented singers anymore
@@SuperMerchus No way. Keep in mind Brenda was 14 when she performed this. As soon as she begins singing the judges and crowd would instantly jaw drop. True, there are a lot of talents in talent shows. But as good as they are, the problem is most of them lack personality and uniqueness - no star power. Brenda's voice would have no such problem. She will rock the stage and captivate audience just as well as the likes of Angelina Jordan, if not more.
Today's music? Mostly voulgar monkey gibberish...
Yes
Saw Brenda Lee perform at the Huntsville State Prison in Texas-circa 1970 with my father,mother,and sisters.I sat in those bleachers thinking how pretty she was and enjoying her strong beautiful voice.We love you Brenda Lee.Thanks for your songs.
beautiful and unique voice ❤😘
Hello Nadir, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
This is one of those songs no one should cover...you can't beat perfection. Cheers
Love her voice and also Connie Francis. Wow these ladies were really really great sounds and entertainers. So much better than todays .
Agree totally!
Nice to hear from you and agree!@@lindaadamson3723
Yup, with no auto-tune and no do overs.
Love Connie Francis and Brenda Lee.♥️
lmao old ppl never failing to make this statement irrelevant
ruclips.net/video/r0MaHGhKuWg/видео.html
I,m 76 years old and I still sing her songs... Cheers.
I still remember the first time I heard her sing... I was 8 years old and I just sat with my eyes glued to her! She is timeless. What a beautiful, powerful voice she was blessed with. Thank you Brenda Lee.🎼🖤
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
I am also 79 in 11th october, I love this music I remember those years of rock and roll. I bought one cd this music. I just loved so much, until today.
Merry Christmas Brenda. Thank you for make part of my youth, my life
Such a distinctive voice she had! So beautiful.
What an amazing voice this woman had. Love it!
Little A-Bomb, thank you for sharing.
I had the honor of being her body guard at the Dixie Skateland in Monroe Michigan in 1963, where she was entertaining. She is an amazing singer and a very kind and respectful young lady when I met her so long ago. Thanks for the memories, Miss Lee!❤
One of the greatest recordings of all time, and after 45 years, still gets me choked up everytime I play it. What a voice!
Si proyectando mebaño soy
Una burla para todos ustedes como si.metiera con ustedes
You are so right! No one sounds like her! She created a unique style.
A candidate for the Best Song Ever. Yep.
I join you with the tears and sentiments. What a singer, what a voice, what an age. Bliss.
I love that TEOTFW is introducing younger fans of the show to good music.
2024 and still listen to Brenda Lee❤
😍👍
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
Ms Brenda Lee was the main breadwinner in her house from her pre teen years, her father died when she was eight and her mother was working 12 hour days to support the family.
With barely any effort she just goes from whisper to full volume - I remember this when it came out and it still gives me chills
I'm still playing the original record laughing out loud never ever get sick of Brenda
Beautiful
There are NO singers today who can match her.
Angelina Jordan
Big No @@philmetcalf9171
There are, the current market or industry however, are not interested in pushing them, and have other agendas
@@JuniorPolancoLaCoalicion Angelina Jordan is one of those!
Agree
Einfach nur ein schönes Lied u gute Stimme, so soll es sein❤Ohne dieses Theater heutzutage, mit Ausziehen und Übertreibungen. Früher war ja auch zB ein Fußballspiel NUR ein Spiel, und kein Millionenmarathon
SO Beautiful.. what an angel.. and the woman singing background sounds like an angel.. oh my early memories.. so much has come and gone.. I live for the passt...but with the help of RUclips, I will continue on. Brenda turned 80 December 11th 2024
Ah man, it makes you fall apart watching and listening to this song . ❤
I had a huge crush on her...she was on American Bandstand a lot. The late Dick Clark knew she was a star & her songs will be in my heart forever.
Loved her singing!
Something special in her voice that no one will ever sing her songs like she can.
Soft beautiful voice and so lovely ❤, *** western Australia 🇦🇺 💖
Uma mulher com 145 cm de altura e uma voz que nos faz ir até as nuvens. ❤
Com certeza meu chapa, conheci esse som em 2 homens e meio e que musicao meu caro !
Yes
La canción es extraordinaria y Brenda tiene una voz incomparable
Those were times where everyday's music had a soul and was a reflection of the people who listened to it. Nowadays we mostly have noise.
Which is a reflection of the people who listen to it............
No. This is such mindless drivel. You’re talking about a song that’s lasted the test of time. There was plenty of ‘noise’ in the charts that week too - and that’s why we don’t hear about it.
Merci pour ce partage en live
Brenda Lee avait 16 ans en 1960 lorsqu'elle interpreta cette superbe chanson qui tout le monde entier connaît
C'est merveilleux d'entendre la clarté de sa voix
Incontournable
This song is HAUNTING in a great way. Masterpiece!
Greatest female singer ever. No one can sing like she could.
named after Brenda Lee/ mym mother loved her and her songs/ my Dad was in the Air Force and gone a lot and listening to her hits I understand why she listened and named me after her
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
Loved Brenda's voice and singing she owned this song.
WoW! What a powerhouse voice! Love this woman.
Beautiful song. I loved.
Hello Pretty, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Her Voice is really magic 😍
As if you're living in her Song🥰👏
Hello Victoria
How are you doing today?
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
I loved this song when I was a young girl in the 90s. Absolutely loved her voice.
So pleased to have run into Brenda Lee in a friend's
X-Twitter account - my oldest sis loved her. . . 💌
One of the all time great voices.
This young lady can truly sing
1960's Number One CLASSIC. R.I.P. Brenda Lee. Our generation misses you. They just don't make music this good anymore in the 21st century.
I believe Brenda is still with us......
Brenda is still in this World.And still beautifull
Brenda is 77 now, it was born in 1944, and still alive. !
My wife and I took in her one-woman show a few years ago at a local casino where we live in Reno. I was mesmerized and my dear wife fully understood when "Little Miss Dynamite" came and sat on my lap for a picture after the show! Blessings from this retired old Pastor (73) YOU will always be young in my heart!
Great story. Thanks!
Wow :O
Zoltán Tamáš
Yup!!!
+Robert Tonkins I saw Brenda in concert almost ten years ago, and it was not a one-woman show (she had a small band and two back-up singers) but it was great.
+Robert Tonkins That is a wonderful recollection, Love it. God Bless.
Mr. B. Here ! 🎸🎹🎶🎼🎵🎤❤️❤️ 😎😎
Love Brenda Lee ! Music 🎶 is the best way to relax 🎼🎶🎵🎸🎷🍸🍸
@@debbiebermudez5890 Hello Debbie, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
@@TrevorJennings-i2b Mr. B. Here ! My wife is fine thank you for asking ☕️👀😎
Brenda Lee is truly remarkable, and all of her songs are so lovely and I always enjoy listening to her songs, so tell me how long have you been a fan?
Unbeatable..you can not find voices like this anymore. No matter how old you can be, this song wil l stay with you for ever. Thank you Brenda.
Just stand on that spot and sing , and you will bring joy to people forever .
This is a time when the world was still normal. Thank you that I could live in that time.
Don't give it a second thought Brenda. All is forgiven. We all still, and forever will, love you.
Hello 👋 Alberta. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from? You seem like a real country girl
Very good!
👍👏👏👏👏
Awesome... thank you. God Bless
Brenda Lee tiene una maravillosa voz. Adoro oirla aún hoy , 60 años después.
a deber sido unos maravillosos años en esos tiempos en lo que se escuchaba esa melodia
Beautiful song beautiful lady. Great voice.
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
Hello Wendi, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Brenda Lee wonderful! Beautiful song! Thanks for posting.
Canción maravillosa, una linda voz de Brenda Lee unica
СУПЕР !!!
РАДА , ЧТО УЗНАЛА О
БРЕНДЕ ЛИ.
I'm 74 and I agree, She's a little girl great voice.
She's still living as far as I know. And she still looks good.❤❤❤❤❤
Yes, made a great new vidro with rick around the christmas tree
Amo esa canción me recuerda mis 18 años... No sé en qué momento pasan los años. Y la nostalgia aflora.
Agree!
Esa voz maravillosa, me trae muy buenos recuerdos esa música de antaño que se queda grabada en nuestros sentidos, de todas las personas que apreciamos la belleza que es parte de la creación de Dios . Gracias por transmitirla nuevamente , para poder deleitarnos de ella.
@@gloriaimeldafloresalvareng9412 🌲🌲🌲🎉🎉🎉🖐️😇🌲🌲🌲
03.01.2023!😀
I remember her for her Christmas album. And The song "Jingle Bell Rock!"
My parents played that album every single year for Christmas. It isn't Christmas until I play her songs, even now.
Viví esa época ,pero no recordaba que linda voz tenia ,ni tantas canciones que no se escucharon en esos años.
Encanta-me a postura desta cantora, uma timidez deliciosa e uma interpretação tão bela, que me emociona ouvi-la. Época de ouro!
No other way to spin it! She is all alone in the field of great with this song. Still brings tears to the baby blues!!