I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman

Britney Spears

About I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman

"I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" is a song recorded by American singer Britney Spears for her third studio album, Britney (2001). It was written and produced by Max Martin and Rami, with additional writing from Dido. The song was released on February 5, 2002, by Jive Records. In the United States and Canada, the song was released as the second single from her third studio album Britney; internationally, it served as the third. "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" is a song that speaks about the angst and heartache of adolescence. Spears considered the song inspirational and one of her favorite songs to perform. "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" received positive reviews from music critics. The song was considered to be Spears' standout statement on Britney, while comparing the song to the powerful ballads written by Diane Warren. However, it won the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Original Song. While the song did not perform well in the United States, "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" reached the top ten in Australia, Germany, Ireland, Sweden and United Kingdom. An accompanying music video for the song was filmed at Antelope Canyon, Arizona and directed by Wayne Isham, being released along with Crossroads (2002), Spears' first movie as a protagonist. Spears performed "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" as part of her Dream Within a Dream Tour, and on several TV and award shows. 


Year:
2004
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I used to think
I had the answers to everything
But now I know
That life doesn't always
Go my way, yeah
Feels like I'm caught in the middle
That's when I realize

I'm not a girl
Not yet a woman
All I need is time
A moment that is mine
While I'm in between
I'm not a girl

There is no need to protect me
It's time that I
Learn to face up to this on my own
I've seen so much more than you know now
So don't tell me to shut my eyes

I'm not a girl
Not yet a woman
All I need is time
A moment that is mine
While I'm in between
I'm not a girl

But if you look at me closely
You will see it in my eyes
This girl will always find
Her way

(I'm not a girl)
I'm not a girl don't tell me what to believe
(Not yet a woman)
I'm just tryin' to find the woman in me, yeah
(All I need is time) all I need is time
(A moment that is mine) that's mine
While I'm in between

I'm not a girl
Not yet a woman
All I need is time (is all I need)
A moment that is mine
While I'm in between

I'm not a girl
Oh
Not yet a woman

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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: MARTIN KARL SANDBERG, RAMI YACOUB, DIDO ARMSTRONG

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13 facts about this song

Origin of the Song
"I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" is a song recorded by American singer Britney Spears for her third studio album, "Britney" (2001).
Release Date
The song was released on February 5, 2002, as the second single from the album.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by Max Martin, Rami Yacoub, and Dido.
Chart Performance
In the United States, the song peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It also reached the top 10 in countries such as the UK, Australia, and Germany.
Britney's Perspective
It is a song that speaks about Spears' own experiences of growing up and dealing with the expectations of others as she transitions from a girl to a woman.
Film Feature
The song was featured in Spears' debut film, "Crossroads" (2002), during an emotionally poignant scene.
Music Video
The music video, shot in Arizona, was directed by Wayne Isham and shows Britney in the midst of nature, symbolizing her search for self-discovery.
Live Performances
Spears performed "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" in several live events, including the Dream Within a Dream Tour (2001-2002) and her Las Vegas residency show Britney: Piece of Me (2013-2017).
Song Length
The song lasts for three minutes and 51 seconds.
Genre Classification
It is classified as a pop ballad.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some admiring its lyrics and Spears' vocal delivery, but others criticizing it for being clichéd.
Cultural Impact
Despite its polarizing reception, "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman" has since been recognized as an iconic anthem of self-discovery and teenage transition.
Certifications
The song received a silver certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales exceeding 200,000 copies.

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