About the Song
Reba McEntire’s “Is There Life Out There” is a poignant ballad that explores the universal questions of existence and purpose. Released in 1990, the song became a massive hit, solidifying McEntire’s status as one of the most popular country music artists of her generation.
The song’s introspective lyrics delve into themes of loneliness, doubt, and the search for meaning. McEntire’s powerful vocals convey the song’s emotional depth and vulnerability.
The chorus, “Is there life out there for a friend of mine, or is this all we ever find?” reflects a sense of longing and uncertainty. The song suggests that we may never fully understand the reasons for our existence, but that faith and hope can help us navigate life’s challenges.
McEntire’s performance is both raw and heartfelt, capturing the song’s emotional intensity. The song’s arrangement is simple yet effective, allowing McEntire’s voice and the lyrics to take center stage.
“Is There Life Out There” is a timeless classic that has resonated with audiences of all ages. Its message of hope, faith, and the search for meaning is as relevant today as it was when the song was first released.
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Lyrics: “Is There Life Out There”
She married when she was twenty
She thought she was ready
Now she’s not so sure
She thought she’d done some living
But now she’s just wonderin’
What she’s living for
Now she’s feeling that there’s something moreIs there life out there
So much she hasn’t done
Is there life beyond
Her family and her home
She’s done what she should
Should she do what she dares
She doesn’t want to leave
She’s just wonderin
Is there life out thereShe’s always lived for tomorrow
She’s never learned how
To live for today
She’s dyin’ to try something foolish
Do something crazy
Or just get away
Something for herself for a changeIs there life out there
So much she hasn’t done
Is there life beyond
Her family and her home
She’s done what she should
Should she do what she dares
She doesn’t want to leave
She’s just wonderin
Is there life out thereThere’s a place in the sun that she’s never been
Where life is fair and time is a friend
Would she do it the same as she did back then
She looks out the window and wonders againIs there life out there
So much she hasn’t done
Is there life beyond
Her family and her home
She’s done what she should
Should she do what she dares
She doesn’t want to leave
She’s just wonderin
Is there life out thereIs there life out there
So much she hasn’t done
Is there life beyond
Her family and her home
She’s done what she should
Should she do what she dares
She doesn’t want to leave
She’s just wonderin
Is there life out there