Don't Tell Me

Avril Lavigne

About Don't Tell Me

"Don't Tell Me" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne. It is the lead single from her second studio album Under My Skin (2004). "Don't Tell Me" was written by Lavigne and Evan Taubenfeld, while it was produced by Butch Walker. "Don't Tell Me" has been noted as having a "grungy sound". The song was released on March 1, 2004 by Arista Records, and peaked at number 22 on the US Billboard Hot 100. In an AOL Radio listener's poll, "Don't Tell Me" was voted Lavigne's ninth best song.  


Year:
2005
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You held my hand and walked me home, I know
While you gave me that kiss you were something like this
It made me go, oh, oh
You wiped my tears got rid of all my fears
Why did you have to go?
Guess it wasn't enough to take up some of my love
Guys are so hard to trust

Did I not tell you that I'm not like that
Girl, the one who gives it all away, yeah?

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you this time?
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry?
Don't try to tell me what to do
Don't try to tell me what to say
You're better off that way

Don't think that your charm
And the fact that your arm is now around my neck
Will get you in my pants, I'll have to kick your ass
And make you never forget
I'm gonna ask you to stop thought I liked you a lot
But I'm really upset (really upset)
Get outta my head, get off of my bed
Yeah, that's what I said

Did I not tell you that I'm not like that
Girl, the one who throws it all away?

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you this time?
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry?
Don't try to tell me what to do
Don't try to tell me what to say
You're better off that way

This guilt trip that you put me on won't mess me up
I've done no wrong
Any thoughts of you and me have gone away

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you this time?
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry?
Don't try to tell me what to do
Don't try to tell me what to say
You're better off that way, yeah (better off that way)
I'm better off alone anyway

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Avril Lavigne

Avril Ramona Lavigne (pronunciation: /ˈævrɨl ləˈviːn/; AV-ril lə-VEEN; born 27 September 1984) is a Canadian singer-songwriter. She was born in Belleville, Ontario, but spent most of her youth in the small town of Napanee. By the age of 15, she had appeared on stage with Shania Twain; by 16, she had signed a two-album recording contract with Arista Records worth more than $2 million. In 2002, when she was 17 years old, Lavigne broke onto the music scene with her debut album Let Go. more »

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Written by: Avril Lavigne, Evan Taubenfeld

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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15 facts about this song

Record Label
"Don't Tell Me" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne, and it was released under RCA, a major American record label.
Album and Release Date
The song is the lead single from Lavigne's second studio album, "Under My Skin," released on March 1, 2004.
Chart Performance
"Don't Tell Me" peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, number 5 in the UK charts, and also reached the top 10 in several other countries worldwide.
Genre
The song belongs to the genre of alternative rock and post-grunge, a change from Lavigne's previous punk-pop style.
Songwriters
"Don't Tell Me" was co-written by Avril Lavigne and her guitarist, Evan Taubenfeld.
Lyrics Theme
The song has been praised for its lyrics that reflect Lavigne's growth as a songwriter, with themes of female empowerment and self-respect.
Music Video
The music video for "Don't Tell Me" was directed by Liz Friedlander and portrays Lavigne as a woman scorned by a cheating boyfriend.
Commercial Success
The song was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying sales of over 500,000 copies in the United States.
Critics Review
Many critics gave mixed to favorable reviews for the song, praising Lavigne's vocal delivery but criticizing the song's departure from her signature punk-pop sound.
Live Performances
"Don't Tell Me" has been performed live by Lavigne on numerous occasions, including the "Try to Shut Me Up" and "The Bonez" tours.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists worldwide, showcasing its universal appeal and impact.
Nomination
The song was nominated for the "Choice Music Single" award at the 2004 Teen Choice Awards.
Soundtrack Appearance
"Don't Tell Me" made an appearance on the soundtrack of the 2004 film "Wimbledon."
Song Meaning
Lavigne stated in interviews that the song reflects her stand against guys who use girls and against pre-marital sex.
Song Duration
The full running time of "Don't Tell Me" is approximately three minutes and 23 seconds.

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