Kimberly Dawn Releases Her Christmas Single and Music Video Life Changing

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Singer-songwriter Kimberly Dawn ushers in the holiday season with her heartfelt new Christmas single, “Life Changing.” Rooted in compassion and the spirit of giving, the song reflects on how even the smallest acts of kindness can transform someone’s world.

“What can I give, what actions can I take to be life changing… make this world a better place… show somebody else some grace.” The single and its accompanying lyric video capture the warmth of going the extra mile for someone in need — a reminder that generosity doesn’t require grandeur, only heart.

Co-written by Kimberly Dawn, Brian Payne, and Grammy-nominated producer Kent Wells (Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Kenny Rogers), “Life Changing” shines a light on the many ways we can give back. Its message extends far beyond the holiday season, offering a year-round reminder that kindness is a gift with lasting impact.

“I knew when I started writing this song that I wanted it to be powerful and thought‑provoking,” Kimberly shares. “Kent has such an incredible ear — he knows how to bring a song to life and give it that special sound.”

With its tender lyrics and uplifting melody, “Life Changing” encourages listeners to reflect on how they can brighten someone’s world — whether through giving, sharing, hoping, helping, or saving. It’s a song that tugs at the heart and celebrates the true meaning of the season.

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About Kimberly Dawn

Kimberly Dawn is a country singer-songwriter whose music reflects perseverance, humility, courage, and resilience. Her songs — including “The Bottle” (101K+ views) and “’93” (375K+ views) — showcase her empowering approach to storytelling. With more than 476K Spotify streams, her single “Slow Dancing in the Dark” earned a nomination for Best Country Song at the 2019 Hollywood Music in Media Awards.

Her recent single “Deere John” (106K+ views) was featured on CMT Australia, further cementing her place as a rising voice in modern country music.

A mother of four, Kimberly reignited her musical journey after learning guitar and piano later in life. As a National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) ambassador, she openly shares her mental health story to uplift others — a theme reflected in her song “The Bottle,” which addresses the pain of addiction and emotional struggle.

Born in Canada, Kimberly draws inspiration from Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain, and Whitney Houston. Her bohemian-meets-glam style brings a fresh edge to country music. She has collaborated with acclaimed songwriters including Jeff Cohen (The Band Perry, Sugarland), David Berg (Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton), Gregory Friia (Bonnie Tyler), and Anthony Mazza (Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey).

Kimberly has performed at the historic L.A. House of Blues, opened for Wilson Phillips, and shared the stage with Brooke White of American Idol. She continues to record new music with Kent Wells and Don Miggs (Tower of Power, Mick Fleetwood, Billy Corgan).

Her work has been featured in LA Fashion, Nashville Country Music Magazine, Nashville Music Guide, The Tennessee Star, New Music Weekly, and on podcasts including Everything with Ali Levine. She also partnered with MAGIC Tradeshow for their first Nashville event and maintains a brand partnership with women‑owned boot company Planet Cowboy.

In summer 2022, Kimberly released “Do I Love You,” a duet with Grammy-winning songwriter and artist Paul Anka, whose legendary career includes collaborations with Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra.

Music Milestones & Highlights

  • Performed multiple times at the historic L.A. House of Blues
  • Featured performer at Regard Magazine’s 10th anniversary red carpet
  • “Slow Dancin’ in the Dark” nominated for Best Country Song — Hollywood Music in Media Awards
  • Recent singles have earned 764K+ Spotify streams
  • “’93” added to daily rotation on Sirius XM Canada
  • Opened for Wilson Phillips and Brooke White (American Idol)
  • “Deere John” debuted on CMT Australia and featured on Vevo’s New Country & Roots Canada playlist

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Dead Horse Branding is an award-winning branding, PR, and marketing firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 2015 by Melissa Core-Caballo and Rick Caballo, the company has built a reputation for shaping brands, elevating careers, and launching artists with impact. Dead Horse Branding’s diverse portfolio includes projects like Baha Men’s “Who Let the Dogs Out,” Steven Tyler’s solo band LOVING MARY, Cyndi Lauper’s Detour album, the Bo Diddley Estate, Stone Country Records, Quartz Hill Records, Brown Sellers Brown, legendary Country Music Hall of Fame producer Tony Brown, multi-Grammy Award-winning songwriter/producer Keith Thomas (Whitney Houston, Amy Grant, Mandy Moore, Jessica Simpson), Grammy Award-winning songwriter/producer Aaron Pearce (Justin Bieber, Michael Jackson, Celine Dion), Michael Jay (over 75 million records sold worldwide; Celine Dion, Martika, Eminem, Kylie Minogue), Buck Johnson (Aerosmith, Hollywood Vampires), NBC’s The Voice Team Adam Levine artist Bay Simpson, and Robert’s Western World. Dead Horse Branding also helped launch Velvet Stone Management in 2016, contributing to the O’Connor Band’s Grammy win for Best Bluegrass Album. Additionally, Dead Horse Branding developed the DH7 Educational Program, an accredited and recognized initiative, with 25% of its curriculum certified for U.S. schools. The program partners with acclaimed entertainment attorney Joel A. Katz (Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, George Jones) through his Music and Entertainment Business Program at Kennesaw State University—ranked by Billboard as a Top 5 Music Business Program in the USA, as well as Middle Tennessee State University, and Belmont University. Designed to bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world careers, the program empowers students with the skills to build and manage brands before they graduate.
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