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Gwyneth Paltrow Mulling Over Possible Record Deal

Bryan Bedder, WireImage

Gwyneth Paltrow has remained pretty mum about a possible singing career ... until now. She revealed just before Sunday's Academy Awards that she is currently mulling over a record deal.

"We're talking about it now," she told Access Hollywood on the red carpet. "So, we'll see."

Gwyneth attended the show to perform her Oscar-nominated song, 'Coming Home,' from the film, 'Country Strong,' which she said was her most nerve-wracking performance so far. "This [performance] feels hard, because the Grammys [were] so much fun and it was silly. This is very serious. I'm like, 'Geez, it's a serious song and I'm by myself up there.' I hope it's alright!"

Gwyneth has given fans a taste of her lovely vocal chops throughout the years, having charted a hit single with Huey Lewis on a remake of 'Cruisin'' from the film 'Duets' in 2000. She also happens to be married to Coldplay's Chris Martin, who co-wrote 'Me and Tennessee,' a duet with 'Country Strong' co-star Tim McGraw, which is the new single from the film's soundtrack.

The actress made her awards show singing debut at the CMAs last November, with a live performance of 'Country Strong,' the first release from the film of the same name. She also performed with Cee Lo Green at this year's Grammy Awards on his huge hit, 'Forget You.' The Oscar-winning actress performed the rap star's Record and Song of the Year nominated tune on 'Glee' in November, and reprises her role as substitue sex-ed teacher Holly Holiday on the March 8 episode of the popular FOX television show. She is set to perform a duet of Prince's classic hit, 'Kiss,' with castmember Matthew Morrison, as well as singing lead on a cover of Fleetwood Mac's 'Landslide.'

When she was making 'Country Strong' early last year, Gwyneth had no idea it would turn into her making numerous appearances on awards shows to perform, as well as the possibility of hearing herself on the radio. "I just did the film and did the music expecting it to just be in the film," Gwyneth tells The Boot. "I didn't expect [former Sony Music Nashville chairman] Joe Galante of all people to say, 'No, wait! We want to put this on the radio. We believe in you as a singer.' And it was like, 'What?' I still feel like someone needs to pinch me, it's so bizarre."

Being accepted into the music side of the entertainment business and garnering praise for her a foray into music, especially in the country field, it's not surprising the actress/singer has already been approached to make a full album. "I really loved doing this, and I discovered a whole side that I didn't really know that I had," explains Gwyneth. "It was an amazing process. I would never rule anything out, but my favorite part was getting to have Vince Gill sing with me. I love that sort of harmonizing. I think I'd rather sing backup with someone than put myself front and center."

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Albert

try spending time with your kids...what a concept

March 02 2011 at 1:14 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Albert

When she first married...she stated that they would never appear together on the red carpet...so he would never attend oscars...she wouldnt attend grammys...a great actress but head is growing and just another glorified star who doesnt make enough money...boo hoo...deflate ur head and come back to reality...

March 02 2011 at 1:12 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
chippingqueen

Gwynenth is a very talented actress, that being said she should stick to acting. Her singing is ok but average. Gwynenth is much smarter than some tabloid spreading a rumor about her recording an album, I seriously doubt that Gwynenth is looking for a singing career. Obviously, with enough money anyone can record an album. I believe Gwynenth has a much better singing voice than the Housewife who is a Countess, now that woman's voice is horrible and she is recording an album and her singing voice is laughable.

March 02 2011 at 12:19 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Joel

I feel that she deserves a record deal.
Gwynenth Paltrow is awesome. A good singer,
beautiful woman and nice person.
I also loved her "Cruising" duet with Huey Lewis.
It's one of my all-time favorite songs and
by the way, if her husband is so talentless,than
how come he and his group Coldplay have won five
career Grammys?! I rest my case.

March 01 2011 at 11:55 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Joe

A record deal. Good grief. What does she know about music? She married a talentless lead singer and bad piano player for a chick band.

March 01 2011 at 10:54 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Bill T.

actually she was in a movie with Huey lewis and others in the mid 90's and she sang quite well...google "cruzing together"(the song) it was a good movie....unfortunatly the name of the movie escapes me at the moment

March 01 2011 at 10:51 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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Bill T.

Duet's...got Paul Giamotta and Maria Bello as well

March 01 2011 at 10:58 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Taric

She is not good enough for a record deal, but because of who she is, she may just get one. She needs to stick to acting IMO.

March 01 2011 at 9:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
tzo320

i don't think she's as good as some of the top 40 on this years american idol

March 01 2011 at 8:42 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
ira and jane

I dont think Gwennyth is all that and a box of rocks. I think she should stick to the acting - especially after the grammy's, and the music to the singers.

March 01 2011 at 8:27 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Coach Serbus

impressive

March 01 2011 at 6:39 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply

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