Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves
Eurythmics, Aretha Franklin
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Now there was a time when they used to say That behind every - great man. There had to be a - great woman. But in these times of change you know That it's no longer true. So we're comin' out of the kitchen 'Cause there's somethin' we forgot to say to you (we say) [Chorus] Sisters are doin' it for themselves. Standin' on their own two feet. And ringin' on their own bells. Sisters are doin' it for themselves. Now this is a song to celebrate The conscious liberation of the female state! Mothers, daughters and their daughters too. Woman to woman We're singin' with you. The inferior sex got a new exterior We got doctors, lawyers, politicians too. Everybody, take a look around. Can you see, can you see, can you see There's a woman right next to you. [Chorus] Now we ain't makin' stories And we ain't layin' plans 'cause a man still loves a woman And a woman still loves a man (just a same though)
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Written by: Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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20 facts about this song
Release Date"Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves" by Aretha Franklin and Eurythmics was released in October 1985.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is primarily pop and soul, exhibiting the styles of both Aretha Franklin and Eurythmics.
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CollaborationThis was a landmark collaboration between the British synth-pop duo Eurythmics and the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
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Song LengthThe song clocks in at approximately 5 minutes and 54 seconds long.
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Song MessageThe song serves as an empowering feminist anthem, advocating for women's independence and capabilities.
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Commercial SuccessThe song made it into the top 20 in the UK Singles Chart and peaked at No.18 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Album Appearance"Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves" is on Eurythmics' 1985 album 'Be Yourself Tonight'.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features footage of historical moments in women's fight for civil rights and equality.
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Cover VersionsThis song has been covered by multiple artists after its release, such as The Pointer Sisters and Sheena Easton.
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Live PerformancesThe track has been performed live in numerous music events including the Grammy Awards.
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Chart PerformanceThe song hit No. 10 in the UK Singles Chart, No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and was a cross-chart hit on the Canadian RPM charts.
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Annie Lennox’s Statement on CollaborationAnnie Lennox has stated in interviews that working with Aretha Franklin was one of the best experiences of her career.
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Cultural ImpactThe song stands as an iconic pop music feminism anthem, often played at women's rights events and rallies.
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Critical ResponseThe song was well received by the critics for its empowering lyrics and the combination of Franklin's soulful vocals with Eurythmics' pop sound.
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Physical SalesThe single sold over 500,000 copies, which helped it achieve a Gold certification.
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Song WritingIt was written by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart from Eurythmics.
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Usage in Media"Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves" has been used in various mediums including films, television shows and commercials.
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FilmographyThe song has featured in several movies such as "The Associate" and "Chicken Little."
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Iconic LineThe song's signature line, "The inferior sex has got a new exterior," has often been quoted in discussions and writings about feminism in popular culture.
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Companion Songs"Sisters are Doin’ It for Themselves" is often paired with other female anthems like "I'm Every Woman" and "Respect" in playlists and compilations.
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