If I Were You

Kasey Chambers

About If I Were You

"If I Were You" is a song written by Kasey Chambers, produced by Nash Chambers for Chambers's second album Barricades & Brickwalls. It was released as the album's fifth and final single in 2002. It peaked at number 32.


Year:
2001
4:11
110 
#3

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If I was good
I'd tell everyone I know
If I was free
I wouldn't be so keen to go

If I was wrong
I would take it like a man
If I was smart
I would get out while I can

If I was broken
I would probably let it be
If I was dying
I wouldn't go out quietly

If I was lost
Well my heart would feel the same
If I was honest
I would probably be ashamed

But if I were you
I would notice me
If I were you
I would wait for me

If I were you
I would easily hold me and say
It's all gonna be OK

If I was rich
I would spend it on my own
If I was dignified
I'd only smoke at home

If I was dark
I would only dress in black
If I was chosen
I would gladly give it back

It's not for you to judge
From all this kind of stuff
I'm only half of what you see

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Kasey Chambers

Kasey Chambers (born 4 June 1976) is an Australian country singer-songwriter. She is the daughter of steel guitar player Bill Chambers, and the sister of musician and producer Nash Chambers. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"If I Were You" is a song written and performed by Australian country singer-songwriter, Kasey Chambers.
Album Release
This song is included in her second studio album "Barricades & Brickwalls" which was released in 2001.
Song Success
The album "Barricades & Brickwalls" had great success, peaking at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart in 2002, and "If I Were You" contributed to its favorable reception.
Genre
"If I Were You" is considered a combination of country, folk, and pop music.
Recognition
Kasey Chambers won the ARIA Award for Album of the Year for "Barricades & Brickwalls", which contains the song "If I Were You".
Writing Style
Like much of Kasey Chambers' work, "If I Were You" is characterized by its introspective and profound lyrics.
Song Theme
The song tells a story of regret, longing and the desire to switch positions with someone else to understand or undo certain situations.
Chart Performance
While "If I Were You" wasn't a standalone chart-topper, its parent album "Barricades & Brickwalls" was a chart success, elevating Chamber's status as a prominent artist in Australia.
Music Video
A music video was also produced for the song, further enhancing its popularity.
Critical Acclaim
Critics have praised Kasey Chambers' raw storytelling ability in "If I Were You," pointing to it as an example of her songwriting prowess.

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