Nobody's Wife

Anouk

About Nobody's Wife

"Nobody's Wife is the second single released from Dutch singer-songwriter Anouk's debut studio album, Together Alone. The song was written by Anouk, Satindra Kalpoe and Bart van Veen, and it was produced by George Kooymans, Barry Hay and John Sonneveld. It was released through Dino Music in the Netherlands and Ireland, BMG in Europe and Australia and Columbia Records in the United States. First issued as a single in the Netherlands, "Nobody's Wife" became a hit, reaching number two on both the Dutch Top 40 and the Single Top 100 charts. In early 1998, the song began to gain popularity in the rest of mainland Europe, especially in the Flanders region of Belgium and the Nordic countries, reaching the top 10 in these regions; in Iceland, it peaked at number one for two weeks. A music video shot in black and white was made for the song, featuring clips of Anouk singing and dancing to the song. 


Year:
2007
106 
#1

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I'm sorry for the times that I made you scream
For the times that I killed your dreams
For the times that I made your whole world rumble 
For the times that I made you cry
For the times that I told you lies
For the times that I watched and let you stumble 

It's too bad, but that's me
What goes around comes around, you'll see
That I can carry the burden of pain
'Cause it ain't the first time that a man goes insane
And when I spread my wings to embrace him for life
I suck out all the love I, I'll never be nobody's wife 

I'm sorry for the times that I didn't come home
Left you lyin' in that bed alone
Flyin' high in the sky when you needed my shoulder 
You're like a stone hangin' round my neck, see
Cut it loose before it breaks my back, see
I've gotta say what I feel before I grow older 

I'm sorry but I ain't gonna change my ways
You know I've tried but I'm still the same
I've got to do it my own way 

It's too bad, but hey, that's me
What goes around comes around, you'll see
That I can carry the burden of pain
'Cause it ain't the first time, no, that a man goes insane
And when I spread my wings to embrace him for life
Suck out all the love, I, I'll never be nobody's wife 

It's too bad, but hey, that's me
What goes around comes around, you'll see
That I can carry the burden of pain
'Cause it ain't the first time, oh no, that a man goes insane
'Cause when I spread my wings to embrace him for life
Suck out his love, I, I'll never be nobody's wife

I'll never be, never be, never gonna be, never gonna be, never gonna be, nobody's wife

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Anouk

Anouk Teeuwe (born 8 April 1975), professionally known by the mononym Anouk, is a Dutch singer. more »

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Written by: ANOUK TEEUWE, BART VAN VEEN, SATINDRA KALPOE

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6 facts about this song

Release and Recognition
"Nobody's Wife" was released by Dutch singer-songfriend Anouk in 1996 as a part of her debut studio album "Together Alone". - The track quickly gained international recognition, topping the charts in several countries including Belgium and the Netherlands.
Genres and Influences
The track is a combination of rock and pop music, renowned for its powerful vocals and heavy guitar riffs. - Anouk's style in this song is comparable to American singer Alanis Morissette’s grunge-influenced sound.
Lyric Themes
The song's lyrics are pretty straightforward and focused on personal independence, emphasizing Anouk's resolution to never be 'nobody's wife'. - The lyrics demonstrate a rebellious stance against traditional gender roles and conventions which resonated well with the audience, particularly women.
Critical Acclaim
"Nobody's Wife" remains one of Anouk's most successful songs to date, having received critical acclaim for its bold stance and powerhouse performance. - It helped launch Anouk's career internationally.
Music Video
The music video for "Nobody's Wife" features Anouk performing the song with her band, cutting to scenes of her wandering alone. - It further highlights the determination and independent spirit the song represents.
Legacy
Even over two decades after its initial release, "Nobody's Wife" continues to be one of Anouk's most iconic tracks. - The song remains a powerful anthem for women asserting their independence and refusing to conform to societal expectations.

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