Strip Me
Natasha Bedingfield
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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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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.
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Album InformationIt was included as the title track on her third studio album, also named "Strip Me," released in 2010.
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Chart Performance"Strip Me" reached number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100, indicating moderate chart success.
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Song ThemeThe 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.
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Collaborators"Strip Me" was co-written by Natasha Bedingfield, Ryan Tedder, and Wayne Wilkins.
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Video DirectorThe music video for "Strip Me" was directed by Philip Andelman.
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Media InfluenceThe song was used extensively in the promotion of various American TV shows like Rachel Ray and also in the movie trailer for "Morning Glory."
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Backing VocalsBedingfield's younger brother, Joshua, provides backing vocals on the track.
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Live PerformancesBedingfield has performed "Strip Me" on several television shows, including The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
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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.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the song did not achieve major chart success, it received positive reviews from music critics, many of whom complimented its uplifting and inspiring message.
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Album StyleThe 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.
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InspirationsAccording 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.
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Ryan Tedder's CollaborationsRyan Tedder, one of the co-writers of the song, is known for his work with big-name artists like Beyoncé and Adele.
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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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