Doubt
Mary J. Blige
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You said I'd never be a leader You said I'd never wear a crown If I wanted to be someone I should learn to settle down (You should know better) I tell myself (You'll never go further) I warn myself (You'll never be better) Don't know me that well I made it to the end I nearly paid the cost I lost a lot of friends I sacrificed a lot I'd do it all again 'Cause I made it to the top But I can't keep doubting myself anymore No! No I can't keep doubting myself no Now you're looking at a leader Now you're staring at a queen You said I'll never be someone But now I'm pulling all the strings (You should know better) Won't let me back down (You'll never go further) Can't turn me around (You'll never be better) So no-one's stopping me now I made it to the end I nearly paid the cost I lost a lot of friends I sacrificed a lot I'd do it all again 'Cause I made it to the top I can't keep doubting myself anymore No! No, no, no, no, oh no no, oh no You think you know But you don't know the half You think you beat me down But I'll have the last laugh I'll keep getting up 'Cause that's what I'm gonna do yea I'm gonna be the best me Sorry if it kills you I made it to the end I nearly paid the cost I lost a lot of friends I sacrificed a lot I'd do it all again 'Cause I made it to the top But I can't keep doubting myself anymore No, oh no no no no, I can't keep doubting myself no, no no oh no oh no oh no
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Written by: . ROMANS, MARY J. BLIGE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Song Production"Doubt" is an emotional R&B song from Mary J. Blige's album “The London Sessions”.
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Album Release“The London Sessions” was released on November 24, 2014, under Capitol Records, and "Doubt" was one of its standout tracks.
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Song MeaningThe song "Doubt" is broadly about overcoming one's self-doubt and exuding confidence, a personal struggle that Mary J. Blige has been public about.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Doubt" was shot at the iconic Apollo Theatre in New York, a significant location in the African American entertainment industry.
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SongwritersThe song has been co-written by celebrated musicians Mary J. Blige, Sam Romans, and Sam Smith.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the song itself did not peak the charts, the album "The London Sessions" reached number 9 on the US Billboard 200.
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Music GenreThe song fuses soulful elements from traditional R&B with Blige's powerful and soulful voice.
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Critical Reception"Doubt" received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its lyrical content and Blige's passionate delivery.
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Live PerformancesBlige has performed "Doubt" at several major venues and events, including on her world tours.
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Inspirational AnthemWith its powerful lyrics about self-belief and overcoming obstacles, "Doubt" has been touted as an inspirational anthem by many.
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Backing VocalsInterestingly, Sam Smith also provided backing vocals for the song, making it a more unique collaboration.
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Collaborative Work“The London Sessions” album, which features "Doubt", was a collaborative work which saw Mary J. Blige working with various high-profile UK artists, including Disclosure and Emeli Sandé.
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Grammy NominationsThe album “The London Sessions”, that features "Doubt", received a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Song DurationThe official length of "Doubt" is 3 minutes and 59 seconds.
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