Take It like a Man

Cher

About Take It like a Man

"Take It Like a Man" is a pop-dance track written by Cher, Tim Powell, Tebey Ottoh and Mary Leay. Originally planned as the sophomore single from Cher's twenty-fifth studio album Closer to the Truth, it was ultimately released as the third one. "Take It Like a Man" was released on digital platforms on November 8, 2013 and as a 12" vinyl single on December 16, 2013. An EP featuring eight remixes with a total length of 1:00:33, was released on January 28, 2014.


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Boy, if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man
Before you fight for us
You gotta show me that you can

They say it's better to love and to lose it all
I didn't learn how to fly without a heavy fall
I went from A to Z, blew off reality
So if my love is a game then you should learn the rules
You take it on if you're leaving wonder why you lose
It takes a wiser man to figure out my head

I've been in love, went to the other side
I've seen the other side
I'm not about to fall into another tonight
So get it right

Boy, if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man
Before you fight for us
You gotta show me that you can
So when the lights go dark
I wanna know you understand
That if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man

I've seen and done it all
I've been misunderstood
But tell me what could be bad about feeling good
It's all or nothing now
'Cause fate don't wait around

I've been in love, went to the other side
I've seen the other side
I'm not about to fall into another tonight
So get it right

Boy, if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man
Before you fight for us
You gotta show me that you can

So when the lights go dark
I wanna know you understand
That if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man

Sometimes it feels
Like we've got everything to prove
We make believe
But we rise again to face the truth

On and on, on and on we're going
On and on, on and on it's growing
On and on, on and on only the real
Know the deal

Boy, if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man
Before you fight for us
You gotta show me that you can

So when the lights go dark
I wanna know you understand
That if you want my heart
You gotta take it like a man

How does it feel? We do it better!
So get the love that's in your heart
How does it feel? We do it better!
We do it better!

How does it feel? We do it better!
So get the love that's in your heart
How does it feel? We do it better!
We do it better!

How does it feel? We do it better!
So get the love that's in your heart
How does it feel? We do it better...

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Cher

Cher ( /ˈʃɛər/; born Cherilyn Sarkisian; May 20, 1946) is an American singer and actress. A major figure for over five decades in popular culture, she is often referred to as the Goddess of Pop for having first brought the sense of female autonomy and self-actualization into the entertainment industry. She is known for her distinctive contralto and for having worked in various areas of entertainment, as well as for continuously reinventing both her music and image, the latter of which has caused controversy. more »

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Written by: TIMOTHY MARTIN POWELL, TEBEY SOLOMON OTTOH, MARY HELEN LEAY, . CHER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release & Ranking
"Take It Like A Man" was released as the second single from Cher's 26th studio album "Closer to the Truth" on October 29, 2013. The song reached number 2 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Iconic Contributors
The song was written by Paul Barry, Matt Brind, and Cher herself. The album "Closer to the Truth" marked her return to recording after a seven-year break.
Genres & Style
The song incorporates styles of house, electropop, and synthpop music.
Remixes
One of the reasons for the song's success was the number of remixes created by prominent DJs like 7th Heaven and DJ Morlando.
Music Video
A lyric video for the song was released on YouTube in November 2013. The video, directed by famed fashion photographer Ali Mahdavi, features Cher in various costumes and looks, reflective of her reinvention and versatility as a performer.
Fan Reception
The song was very well received by fans and club-goers alike, which was a significant contributing factor to its ranking on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Meaning of the Song
"Take It Like A Man" is considered a feminist anthem. The lyrics implore men to take responsibility in relationships and show toughness and resilience, similar to how women are often expected to behave.
Audio & Visual Content
The song is notable for its heavy synthesizers and strong, anthemic chorus. Some versions of the single also included a poster of Cher, adding a visual component to the track's release.
Live Performances
Although "Take It Like a Man" was a popular track on the album, Cher did not perform the song live on her "Dressed to Kill" tour.
Innovation
This song marked a shift in Cher's musical style, incorporating more modern, electronic elements into her sound. This demonstrated her ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes and stay relevant.

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