Out from Under

Britney Spears

About Out from Under

"Out from Under" is a song by American recording artist Britney Spears, taken from her sixth studio album, Circus (2008). The song was written by Shelly Peiken, Arnthor Birgisson, and Wayne Hector, initially for the soundtrack of Bratz: The Movie, featuring vocals of American recording artist Joanna Pacitti. After approaching Spears and Guy Sigsworth in 2008, the songwriters suggested the singer to re-record the song for her album. "Out from Under" is a soft rock song that alludes to the ending of Spears' marriage with Kevin Federline, and blends the singer's breathy vocals with acoustic guitars in the background. Despite not being released as a single, "Out from Under" managed to peak at number nineteen on Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles, following the release of Circus, and at number thirty-two in Sweden in June 2009. The song was featured on the fifth season of MTV's The Hills. It was included on The Essential Britney Spears compilation album. 


Year:
2008
3:53
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Breathe you out
Breathe you in
You keep coming back to tell me
You're the one who could have been
And my eyes see it all so clear
It was long ago and far away but it never disappears
I try to put it in the past
Hold on to myself and don't look back

I don't wanna dream about
All the things that never were
Maybe I can live without
When I'm out from under
I don't wanna feel the pain
What good would it do me now
I'll get it all figured out
When I'm out from under
(From under, from under, from under, from under)

So let me go
Just let me fly away
Let me feel the space between us growing deeper
And much darker every day
Watch me now and I'll be someone new
My heart will be unbroken
It will open up for everyone but you
Even when I cross the line
It's like a lie I've told a thousand times

I don't wanna dream about
All the things that never were
Maybe I can live without
When I'm out from under
I don't wanna feel the pain
What good would it do me now
I'll get it all figured out
When I'm out from under
(From under, from under, from under, from under)

And part of me still believes
When you say you're gonna stick around
And part of me still believes
We can find a way to work it out
But I know that we tried everything we could try
So let's just say goodbye
Forever

I don't wanna dream about
All the things that never were
Maybe I can live without
When I'm out from under
I don't wanna feel the pain
What good would it do me now
I'll get it all figured out
When I'm out from under
(From under, from under, from under, from under)

I don't wanna dream about
All the things that never were
Maybe I can live without
When I'm out from under
I don't wanna feel the pain
What good would it do me now
I'll get it all figured out
When I'm out from under
(From under, from under, from under, from under)

From under, from under, from under, from under.

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Britney Spears

Britney Jean Spears (born December 2, 1981) is an American recording artist and entertainer. Born in McComb, Mississippi, and raised in Kentwood, Louisiana, she began performing as a child, landing acting roles in stage productions and television shows. She signed with Jive Records in 1997 and released her debut album ...Baby One More Time in 1999, which became the best-selling album by a teenage solo artist. During her first decade in the music industry, she became a prominent figure in mainstream popular music and popular culture, followed by a much-publicized personal life. Her first two albums established her as a pop icon and broke sales records, while title tracks "...Baby One More Time" and "Oops!... I Did It Again" became international number-one hits… more »

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Written by: SHELLY PEIKEN, ARNTHOR BIRISSON, WAYNE HECTOR

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Out From Under" is a pop ballad that consists of acoustic guitars, synthesizers and Auto-Tune. It showcases an emotional, soulful performance from the vocalist.
Multiple Artists' Version
This song was indeed recorded by two different artists. The first version was recorded by Bratz, a fictional music band from an American product line of fashion dolls and merchandise. The second version was recorded by world-renowned pop artist Britney Spears.
Bratz Version
The song was featured on the "Bratz: The Movie" soundtrack in 2007. This version was performed by the characters of the film, and it fit into the overall theme and story of the movie.
Britney Spears Version
Britney Spears recorded her version of "Out From Under" for her sixth studio album, "Circus," released in 2008.
Production Team
The song was produced by a team of producers known as "The Outsyders." The group is well-known for their production on a multitude of hit songs.
Song Reception
The version by Britney Spears received positive reviews from critics. They lauded her strong, emotional delivery, and cited the song as a highlight on the "Circus" album.
Commercial Performance
Despite not being released as a single, Spears' version of "Out From Under" charted in some countries due to strong digital downloads.
Live Performances
Britney Spears included "Out From Under" in the setlist for her 2009 "The Circus Starring Britney Spears" tour, adding a theatrical element to her performances of the song.
Song Meaning
"Out From Under" is about a relationship that has ended, but the protagonist is struggling to move on from the memories and emotional ties left behind.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by Shelly Peiken, Arnthor Birgisson, and Wayne Hector. These songwriters are known for their contributions to the pop music genre and have worked with various successful artists.

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