Paid My Dues

Anastacia

About Paid My Dues

"Paid My Dues" is a song by American recording artist Anastacia from her second studio album, Freak of Nature (2001). It was released on November 6, 2001 as the album's lead single. The song was written by Anastacia, Greg Lawson, Damon Sharpe and LaMenga Kafi, and produced by Ric Wake with additional production by Richie Jones. The song became a hit, reaching number one in Denmark, Italy, Norway and Switzerland as well as the top ten in several other mainland European countries.  


Year:
2008
3:22
103 
#2

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[Spoken]
You can say what you want about me
Want to do what you want to me
But you cannot stop me

I've been knocked down it's a crazy town
Even gotta punch in the face in l.a.
Ain't nothin' in the world that can keep me from doing what I want to do
'Cause I'm too proud, I'm too strong, live by the code that you gotta move on
Feeling sorry for yourself ain't got nobody nowhere

So I (held my head high)
Knew I (knew I'd survive)
Well I made it (I made it)
Don't hate it (don't hate it)
That's just the way it goes

Yeah

I done made it through
Stand on my own two
I paid my dues yeah
Tried to hold me down
You can't stop me now
I paid my dues

[Spoken]
So like I told you
You cannot stop me 
I paid my dues yeah

Now I'm still trusted everyday and people try to mess with Anastasia
Gotta another thing comin' 'cause I have a mind and I thought I'd better let you know
I'm no punk I can't get down, I don't give a damn about who's around
That's worked just fine 'til now

So I (held my head high)
Knew I (knew I'd survive)
Well I made it (i made it, don't hate it)
Woah
That's just the way it goes

Yeah (i done made it through)
Oh I'll stand on my own two 
I paid my dues, yeah
Tried to hold me down
You can't stop me now
I paid my dues

Yeah yeah yeah

Took so long to get me here
But I won't live in fear
Are you tryin' to steal my shine?
First they want to build you up
Then they tear you down
It's a struggle, tryin' a bubble

So I (held my head high)
Knew I... (knew I'd survive)
Woah woah woah (I made it, don't hate it)

Said that's just the way.....
I said I paid my, I paid my dues
Yeah yeah yeah
But you can't stop me now

I paid my, paid my due... oh woah woah woah
Oh I paid my I paid my dues
Yeah 
But you can't stop me now
I paid my dues

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Anastacia

Anastacia (born Anastacia Lyn Newkirk; September 17, 1968) is an American singer-songwriter. Anastacia has been highly successful in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, South Africa and South America, but has had only minor success in her native United States. Her debut album, Not That Kind, released in 2000, achieved multi-platinum sales in Australia, New Zealand and Europe, was critically acclaimed by Elton John and Michael Jackson, and had the 4th biggest European single and biggest Australian single of 2000. She was awarded 'Best-selling International Artist' in 2000. Her next two albums also earned multi-platinum sales throughout Europe and Oceania making her one of the fastest and biggest-selling artists of the new millennium. more »

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Written by: LAMENGA KAFI, GREGORY DEAN LAWSON, DAMON SHARPE, ANASTACIA NEWKIRK

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Paid My Dues" is a song by American pop singer-songwriter Anastacia from Illinois.
Album Info
The song is featured in Anastacia's second studio album "Freak of Nature" released in 2001.
Significant Milestone
"Paid My Dues" was released as the album's lead single and became one of the most successful songs from the album.
Chart Performance
The song topped music charts in multiple countries including Denmark, Italy, Norway, and Switzerland and peaked at number 21 on the US Billboard Adult top 40.
Song Composition
"Paid My Dues" is described as a pop and R&B song, displaying powerful vocals filled with emotion.
Video Concept
The music video for "Paid My Dues" depicts Anastacia singing inside a capsule-like structure. The concept is inspired by the narrative of the song which talks about overcoming obstacles.
Song Context
The song represents Anastacia’s struggles in the music industry and serves as an anthem for those who never gave up despite numerous setbacks.
Recognitions and Awards
Due to its success, the song was nominated for the “Best Pop Performance” at the 2002 echo awards.
Remix Versions
The song has various remix versions including the "The S-Man's Darkstar Mix" by Roger Sanchez and club remix by Albert Castillo.
Song Length
The song has a duration of about three minutes and twenty-one seconds.

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