Miss Independent

Kelly Clarkson

About Miss Independent

"Miss Independent" is a song recorded by American singer Kelly Clarkson for her debut studio album Thankful (2003). Written by Clarkson, Christina Aguilera, Rhett Lawrence, and Matt Morris, with Lawrence serving as producer, it was released as the album's lead single by RCA Records on April 10, 2003. The track was initially intended for Aguilera's fourth album, Stripped (2002), but was left half-finished. Lawrence later continued writing the song with Clarkson, who eventually recorded it. "Miss Independent" is a R&B-styled pop song, whose lyrics tell of a story of an independent woman who finally allows herself to lower her emotional and communication barriers in order to fall in love. Its theme of self-sufficiency would later served as a template for Clarkson's subsequent releases. The song generally received positive response from music critics, while criticism targeted the song's similarity to Aguilera's material. "Miss Independent" gave Clarkson her first Grammy nomination in the Best Female Pop Vocal Performance category at the 46th Grammy Awards in 2004. 


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2003
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Miss independent
Miss self-sufficient
Miss keep your distance
Miss unafraid
Miss out of my way
Miss don't let a man interfere, no
Miss on her own
Miss almost grown
Miss never let a man help her off her throne
So, by keeping her heart protected
She'd never ever feel rejected
Little miss apprehensive
Said ooh, she fell in love

What is the feelin' takin' over?
Thinkin' no one could open my door
Surprise, It's time
To feel what's real
What happened to Miss Independent?
No more the need to be defensive
Goodbye, old you
When love is true

Miss guarded heart
Miss play it smart
Miss if you want to use that line you better not start, no
But she miscalculated
She didn't want to end up jaded
And this miss decided not to miss out on true love
So, by changing her misconceptions
She went in a new direction
And found inside she felt a connection
She fell in love.

What is the feelin' takin' over?
Thinkin' no one could open my door
Surprise, It's time
To feel what's real
What happened to Miss Independent?
No more the need to be defensive
Goodbye, old you
When love is true

When Miss Independence walked away
No time for love that came her way
She looked in the mirror and thought today
What happened to miss no longer afraid?
It took some time for her to see
How beautiful love could truly be
No more talk of why can't that be me
I'm so glad I finally see

What is the feelin' takin' over?
Thinkin' no one could open my door
Surprise, It's time
To feel what's real
What happened to Miss Independent?
No more the need to be defensive
Goodbye, old you
When love is true

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Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter and occasional actress. Born in Fort Worth and raised in Burleson, Texas, Clarkson came into prominence after becoming the winner of the inaugural season of the television series American Idol in 2002 and later becoming the runner-up in the television special World Idol in 2003. more »

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Written by: RHETT LAWRENCE, KELLY CLARKSON, CHRISTINA AGUILERA, MATTHEW MORRIS

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Release and Chart Success
"Miss Independent" was released as the leading single from Kelly Clarkson's debut album, 'Thankful' in 2003. It reached number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 and also garnered success in international markets.
Songwriting
The song is co-written by Christina Aguilera, Rhett Lawrence, Kelly Clarkson and Matt Morris.
Original Plan
Originally, Christina Aguilera co-wrote the song "Miss Independent" for her album 'Stripped', but it did not make the final cut.
Unique Fusion
The song fuses R&B with pop-rock elements, showcasing the versatility of Clarkson's vocal talent.
Nomination
"Miss Independent" earned Kelly Clarkson a nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 46th Grammy Awards.
Live Performance
Clarkson has often performed "Miss Independent" as part of her setlist during tours, showcasing its lasting popularity over the years.
Commercial Success
The song was a commercial success, selling over 800,000 copies by 2013.
Music Video
The music video for "Miss Independent" was directed by Liz Friedlander. It features Clarkson as the host of a house party.
Praise
The song was praised by critics for its mature themes and Clarkson's emotive performance, marking her progression from an American Idol win to an established pop star.
Recognition
"Miss Independent" has been recognized as one of Kelly Clarkson's signature songs and has been covered by numerous artists worldwide.

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