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"Stronger Than Me" is a song by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse from her debut studio album Frank (2003). Written by Winehouse and Salaam Remi, "Stronger Than Me" was released in the United Kingdom as the lead single on 6 October 2003, it ended up as the lowest-charting single from Frank and of Winehouse's career, peaking at number 71 on the UK Singles Chart. The song nevertheless won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song Musically and Lyrically in 2004. The single for "Stronger Than Me" features an exclusive B-side, "What It Is". A rare live version of the song performed by Winehouse was featured in the documentary film biopic that's based on the life & death of Winehouse, Amy (2015) and the original version was included on the film's original soundtrack. It was said in the film that "Stronger Than Me" first sold over 800 copies a day after its initial release by Winehouse's previous guitarist, Ian Burter. 


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Amy Winehouse

Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter known for her deep contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres including R&B, soul and jazz. Winehouse's 2003 debut album, Frank, was critically successful in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. Her 2006 follow-up album, Back to Black, led to six Grammy Award nominations and five wins, tying the then record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night, and made Winehouse the first British female to win five Grammys, including three of the "Big Four": Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year. more »

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Release and Album Details
"Stronger Than Me" was a song from Amy Winehouse’s debut album titled "Frank," released in 2003.
Songwriters
The song was co-written by Amy Winehouse and Salaam Remi, a renowned producer and songwriter who collaborated with plenty of famous artists, such as The Fugees and Nas.
Music Video
The music video of "Stronger Than Me" is made in a film noir style, reflecting the song's lyrical content. It shows Winehouse walking through the city streets and interacting with an insecure boyfriend.
Awards
"Stronger Than Me" won an Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song Musically and Lyrically in May 2004.
Genre & Style
The song is a blend of several genres, including jazz, pop and soul, and shows the smooth transition still present in later hits by Amy Winehouse.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are widely regarded as a sharp commentary on conventional gender norms and roles, which was a topic that Amy Winehouse returned to in her other songs.
Chart Performance
Despite its critical success, "Stronger Than Me" did not chart high in the UK Singles Chart, peaking only at number 71.
Length
The track is 3 minutes and 54 seconds long.
In Pop Culture
The song is used in the soundtrack of the 2007 biographical sports drama film "The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg" and the 2006 comedy-drama film "Cashback".
Critical Reception
Critics have praised Amy's vocals on the track, specifically noting the mature and soulful sound that made her music unique and identifiable. The blending of jazz, pop and soul were also highly praised.
Posthumous Recognition
After Winehouse's death in 2011, "Stronger Than Me" received renewed attention and has continued to be celebrated as an important milestone in her career.
Live Performances
Winehouse often included "Stronger Than Me" in her live performances, and it appeared on the setlist for her posthumous "Live in London" release.
Recording
"Stronger Than Me" was recorded at Miami's Circle House Studios.
Song's Influence
Although it wasn't her biggest hit, "Stronger Than Me" set the tone for Winehouse's future music, blending traditional and contemporary influences in a unique and powerful way that became her signature.

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