Strip Me

Natasha Bedingfield

About Strip Me

"Strip Me" is a song performed by British singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield. The song is the title track and second single from her third studio album, Strip Me, and was co-written and co-produced by Ryan Tedder. The song was sent to US radio on 31 August 2010 and later to online music stores on 21 September. The single debuted at number 95 on the Billboard Hot 100 on the week of 6 November 2010 and peaked at number 91.


Year:
2010
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La-la-la-la-la la
La la la la-la la la la

La-la-la-la-la la
La la la la-la la la la

Everyday I fight for all my future somethings
A thousand little wars I have to choose between
I could spend a lifetime earning things I don't need
That's like chasing rainbows and coming home empty

And if you strip me, strip it all away
If you strip me, what would you find
If you strip me, strip it all away
I'll be alright

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh ooh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that!

I don't need a microphone yeah
To say what I've been thinking
My heart is like a loudspeaker
That's always on eleven

And if you strip me, strip it all away
If you strip me, what would you find
If you strip me, strip it all away
I'm still the same

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh ooh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that!

Cause when it all boils down at the end of the day
It's what you do and say that makes you who you are
Makes you think about, think about it doesn't it
Sometimes all it takes is one voice

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh ooh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that!

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh ooh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh oh)
You ain't taking that!

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Natasha Bedingfield

Natasha Anne Bedingfield (born 26 November 1981) is a British pop singer and songwriter. Bedingfield debuted in the 1990s as a member of the Christian dance/electronic group The DNA Algorithm with her siblings Daniel Bedingfield and Nikola Rachelle. Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Bedingfield recorded rock and gospel songs for the Hillsong London Church, while Daniel went on to enjoy success with hits "Gotta Get Thru This" and "If You're Not the One". more »

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Written by: Natasha Anne Bedingfield, Wayne Wilkins, Ryan B Tedder

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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15 facts about this song

Song Identity
"Strip Me" is a song by British singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield.
Album Information
It was included as the title track on her third studio album, also named "Strip Me," released in 2010.
Chart Performance
"Strip Me" reached number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100, indicating moderate chart success.
Song Theme
The song carries a powerful message of resilience and self-confidence, where Bedingfield sings about not allowing life's trials to strip her of her identity.
Collaborators
"Strip Me" was co-written by Natasha Bedingfield, Ryan Tedder, and Wayne Wilkins.
Video Director
The music video for "Strip Me" was directed by Philip Andelman.
Media Influence
The song was used extensively in the promotion of various American TV shows like Rachel Ray and also in the movie trailer for "Morning Glory."
Backing Vocals
Bedingfield's younger brother, Joshua, provides backing vocals on the track.
Live Performances
Bedingfield has performed "Strip Me" on several television shows, including The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Lyrics Significance
"Strip Me" contains lyrics like "Everyday I fight for all my future somethings / A thousand little wars I have to choose between." These reflect Bedingfield's view on the daily struggles and choices she faced at the time.
Critical Reception
While the song did not achieve major chart success, it received positive reviews from music critics, many of whom complimented its uplifting and inspiring message.
Album Style
The album "Strip Me" veered more towards pop and dance music, whereas Natasha's previous efforts had a more pronounced R&B influence. The title song “Strip Me” exemplified this transition.
Inspirations
According to Bedingfield, the song was written to remind people of their strength and value, within the context of a world that often tries to reduce or label individuals.
Ryan Tedder's Collaborations
Ryan Tedder, one of the co-writers of the song, is known for his work with big-name artists like Beyoncé and Adele.
Natasha's Music Journey
"Strip Me" represents Bedingfield's continuing evolution as an artist and her ability to produce empowering, thought-provoking pop music.

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