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"House That Built Me" Finds A Home At #1!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Miranda's "House That Built Me" Finds A Home At #1!

NASHVILLE, TN – Fresh off the heels of her three ACM Awards including Top Female Vocalist and Album and Video of the Year, Miranda Lambert scores her second # 1 single with “The House That Built Me.” Earlier this year Lambert notched her first # 1 single with the self penned “White Liar,” from her critically acclaimed and award winning third album, Revolution.

Of the 14 tracks that comprise Revolution, Lambert wrote or co-wrote 11. And while she did not write “The House That Built Me,” the song has a special place in the hearts of Lambert and her parents. Lambert explains, "When I was about 5-years-old, my parents had their own business. And, you know, when the phone stops ringing and you're self-employed...the phone stops ringing. So we had to move and live with my uncle for a while. Then we got to rent this huge farmhouse that was dilapidated, I mean, it was in terrible shape. But it had so much potential and my mom could see that. We didn’t have a lot, but we had everything we needed and I don't feel like I ever missed out on one thing. I really learned valuable lessons at a young age and it means a lot to my parents because that made me who I am. 'The House That Built Me' describes that perfectly. I feel like the fact that I recorded this song lets my parents know that they did a good job with me."

After her headlining tour “Roadside Bars & Pink Guitars” makes a Texas stop this weekend, Lambert will head to Nashville for the CMT Awards where she’s nominated for “Video of the Year” and “Female Video of the Year” for “White Liar. She’ll also take part in the CMA Music Festival where she will perform on the LP Field stage on Friday night, June 11 and closing out the week with her appearance at Bonnaroo on Sunday, June 13th.

Three-time Grammy nominee, platinum-selling recording artist and hit singer/songwriter Miranda Lambert scored three awards at this year’s Academy of Country Music awards, including Album of the Year for Revolution, Female Vocalist of the Year and Video of the Year for “White Liar.” Her critically-acclaimed third album, Revolution debuted at number One and joins her previous two releases that debuted at the very top of Billboard’s Country Album Charts making her one of three artists in country music history whose first three albums landed the Number One spot out of the box.

Lambert received rare perfect reviews from countless publications including 4 stars from Rolling Stone and USA Today, an ‘A’ from Entertainment Weekly and exuberant praise from SPIN, NY Times, Washington Post and more. Many have claimed Revolution the “Best Album of the Year” in any genre including Houston Chronicle and NPR’s All Things Considered.
She won the coveted ACM Album of the Year in 2008 and ACM Best New Female Award in 2007.

With this much artillery under her belt, it’s no surprise the fiery Texas bombshell packs a pretty hard punch - her live shows no exception. She is currently headlining the “Roadside Bars and Pink Guitars” tour. For more information, visitwww.MirandaLambert.com.

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vikingar says:

Congratulations Miranda!!!

June 2, 2010 1:49 PM

numbers2 says:

Way to go Miranda!!! We are so happy for you. You deserve all the sucess you are experiencing. Looking forward to making it three #1's.

June 2, 2010 2:09 PM

RedneckWhiteLiar says:

Your awesome, we all knew you were from 5 years ago but now more people are realizing it.

June 2, 2010 2:14 PM

livelikeagypsy says:

Congrats Miranda!!

June 2, 2010 3:08 PM

Miamisteve says:

Congrats This is awesome news !!!

June 2, 2010 3:22 PM

GodBlessTexas! says:

CONGRATS RAN!!!!!! What an amazing song!

June 2, 2010 3:31 PM

Hard_Deck says:

Congrats Ran!!!! Even if some of us Ran Fans knew
about "THTBM" having gone No.1 a few days ago!!!! lol!! I for 1 have been wondering when the news would get posted in the news section!!!!

June 2, 2010 3:40 PM

GirlLikeMe333 says:

Congrats Ran!!!! You Rock!!!

June 2, 2010 3:46 PM

GirlLikeMe333 says:

Congrats Ran!!!! You Rock!!!

June 2, 2010 3:46 PM

YellowGypsy says:

Yay, yay, and more YAY!

June 2, 2010 4:11 PM

careylynn04 says:

So glad she is finally getting all the success and praise that she has deserved all along! It's amazing!!!

June 2, 2010 4:33 PM

Aimee-D says:

very Proud of you Miranda. You are history in the making

June 2, 2010 6:07 PM

Barbara L. Harper says:

Congratulations!You so deserve this hitting #1 spot so quickly.

June 2, 2010 8:26 PM

sindbadhill says:

The House That Built Me hits me pretty hard. It brings back alot of memories of the house I grew up in. Unforunately I'm not able to visit that place now so this brings back some really good memories for me. Thanks Miranda for cutting this song and releasing it!!!

June 2, 2010 8:44 PM

texas_ran_fan says:

You are an amazing singer/songwriter/musician/person......etc!!!!

I always applaud you of all that you succeed!!!

Congrats!!!

June 2, 2010 9:32 PM

gypsy837 says:

Congrats Ran..we LOVE the song! (and video)

June 2, 2010 9:57 PM

littlebayjesse says:

Congrats Miranda!

June 2, 2010 10:04 PM

BuckeyeRanFan says:

Congrats Ran!!!! It's about time everyone else finally realizes what we ALL already knew about you....you are a very talented singer/songwriter and a very caring, giving, charitable person!!! I am so glad the rest of the world is FINALLY waking up to Ran and that you are starting to get the accolades and recognition you work so hard for and deserve!!! I love THTBM! I used to have to sleep in that little back bedroom you sing about when I was at my Grandma's house growing up. I have not heard that phrase since she passed and it made me smile remebering back to when I was that young girl when I heard it in this song!!!

June 3, 2010 12:18 AM

Todd1 says:

AWESOME!!! Way to go Miranda!!!

June 3, 2010 2:11 PM

AirstreamGypsy says:

CONGRATS!!! That is awesome!

I love that song.... AMAZING!

June 4, 2010 8:47 AM

mirandalover says:

Woot!! Two #1's in a row!!

"Miranda Lambert Country Music Legend"!!

June 5, 2010 8:40 AM

cwalker96 says:

This is my favorite song, even though it makes me tear up. Every time I visit home, I go by my old house, and I have always wanted to just knock on the door to see if I could take one last look. Song just touches me. Miranda, you are so talented, and I love this whole CD. Keep em coming!! You've got my vote!

June 5, 2010 4:13 PM

bubbleyjay says:

its about time everyone noticed you were the best because we all already agreed on it they finally caught up i wonder if theyll fall behind again...............no thats impossible because you are awesome

June 7, 2010 8:41 PM

bubbleyjay says:

miranda i hope you get everything you deserve and i hope ill get to see you in person one day maybe youll come to Rockdale Tx or Gause Tx

June 7, 2010 8:47 PM

carmanm says:

Congratulations Miranda!!! 2010 has been an amazing year for you and I know it's going to continue to go up from here. 3 ACM Awards, 2 back to back #1 singles, your own headlining tour, and an engagment ring! House is such a beautiful song and has such a good message to it. Hopefully it will stay at the top of the charts for at least another week or two. I can't wait to hear what your next single is going to be, whatever you choose will be great and hopefully be your 3rd #1! Love ya and Going to be comin' to central Illinois any time soon? I reallly can't wait to see your live show again!

June 8, 2010 8:38 AM

Marti says:

I would like to know where the house is located, in the video of The House that Built me.????
I live in a house, in southeastern Kentucky, which is almost identical to the one in the video, at least the view of the outside front. I can send pictures if interested.

June 8, 2010 5:58 PM

RedneckWhiteLiar says:

It's still at #1! 2010 is a great year for you and the RAN FANS I didn't think this time will ever come. Congrats on the engagement I'm so happy for yall. I'm looking forward to seeing you in concert soon.

June 9, 2010 12:54 AM

lnixtx says:

My father built a house from the plans my mother found in Better Homes and Garden Mag. It took him years to finish it but he did.... I am now 51 and my dad passed away 6 years ago. I feel this song is for me.... I love it! Along with everyone else here I send you love! OH YEAH!!! Congrats on the engagement too!!! God Bless!!!!!

June 9, 2010 9:59 AM

YellowGypsy says:

It was absolutely AMAZING to hear the audience of more than 5,000 people help you sing this song in New Braunfels, TX on June 5th!! Not a dry eye in the place! Love it. Love you.

June 10, 2010 1:42 AM

SouthernCharm says:

Congrats again Ran for another song at #1! The House that Built Me is one of many songs that I <3 of yours! I'm excited for you and your family for getting the recognition that you've been deserving for a while now. I can't imagine why songs like, "New Strings", "Kerosene", "Gunpowder & Lead", "Dry Town", "Only Prettier", "Dead Flowers", and many others that I enjoy listening to over and over didn't get the same recognition that "White Liar" and "The House that Built Me" have gotten. I'm sure all your fans would agree that A LOT of your other songs are just AS GREAT as these, & I truly believe should have gotten lots of Radio Play. I guess the amazing part of this ALL is you're SHINING NOW and I couldn't be more happier for you. I hope to see you again in Charleston, SC because your concerts rock..... Love, -Chrys

June 12, 2010 4:43 PM

bhansel1955 says:

I am so glad you finally are getting the attention and recognition you deserve. Saw you at Billy Bobs and talked with your grandmother. She was awesome and so are you. My 16 year old grand daughter loves you and your song THTBM is great I love it. Keep up the great work and congrats on your engagement hope things keep going up from now on you deserve it. By the way I have relatives who live in Lindale right now. By girl love you!!!!

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