Pocketful Of Sunshine
Natasha Bedingfield
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I got a pocket, got a pocketful of sunshine. I got a love, and I know that it's all mine. Oh, oh whoa Do what you want, but you're never gonna break me. Sticks and stones are never gonna shake me. No, oh whoa Take me away (take me away) A secret place (a secret place) A sweet escape (a sweet escape) Take me away (take me away) Take me away (take me away) To better days (to better days) Take me away (take me away) A hiding place (a hiding place) I got a pocket, got a pocketful of sunshine. I got a love, and I know that it's all mine. Oh, oh whoa Do what you want, but you're never gonna break me. Sticks and stones are never gonna shake me. No, oh whoa I got a pocket, got a pocketful of sunshine. I got a love, and I know that it's all mine. Oh, oh whoa Wish that you could, but you ain't gonna own me. Do anything you can to control me. Oh, oh no Take me away (take me away) A secret place (a secret place) A sweet escape (a sweet escape) Take me away (take me away) Take me away (take me away) To better days (to better days) Take me away (take me away) A hiding place (a hiding place) There's a place that I go, That nobody knows. Where the rivers flow, And I call it home. And there's no more lies. In the darkness, there's light. And nobody cries. There's only butterflies. Take me away (take me away) A secret place (a secret place) A sweet escape (a sweet escape) Take me away (take me away) Take me away (take me away) To better days (to better days) Take me away (take me away) A hiding place (a hiding place) Take me away (take me away) A secret place (a secret place) A sweet escape (a sweet escape) Take me away (take me away) Take me away (take me away) To better days (to better days) Take me away (take me away) A hiding place (a hiding place) Take me away (take me away) A secret place (a secret place) A sweet escape (a sweet escape) Take me away (take me away) Take me away (take me away) To better days (to better days) Take me away (take me away) A hiding place (a hiding place) The sun is on my side. Take me for a ride. I smile up to the sky. I know I'll be all right. The sun is on my side. Take me for a ride. I smile up to the sky. I know I'll be all right.
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Written by: DANIELLE BRISEBOIS, JOHN SHANKS, NATASHA BEDINGFIELD
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15 facts about this song
Artist Background"Pocketful of Sunshine" was sung by British singer Natasha Bedingfield.
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Album InformationThe song is a part of Natasha Bedingfield's second studio album also named "Pocketful of Sunshine".
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Release Date"Pocketful of Sunshine" was released as a single in the U.S. in January 2008.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached 5th position in the Billboard Hot 100 list, making it one of Natasha's biggest hits in the USA.
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Song Theme"Pocketful of Sunshine" is an uplifting song about finding joy and escape even in dark situations.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Pocketful of Sunshine" depicts Bedingfield escaping from a stressful scenario and dancing on rooftop with others.
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Movie AppearanceThe song became even more popular after its feature in the hit film "Easy A", where the character played by Emma Stone humorously enjoys the song.
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Sales AchievementIt had sold over 3 million downloads in the USA by 2011, earning a triple platinum certification from RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America).
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Songwriting CreditsNatasha Bedingfield, Danielle Brisebois, and John Shanks received songwriting credits for "Pocketful of Sunshine".
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AwardsThe song was nominated for 'Best Female Video' at the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Remixes"Pocketful of Sunshine" has been remixed by several DJs and artists, including StoneBridge and Johnny Vicious.
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Live PerformancesBedingfield has performed "Pocketful of Sunshine" on many TV programs including The Ellen DeGeneres Show and Good Morning America.
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Song DurationThe album version of "Pocketful of Sunshine" is approximately 3 minutes and 23 seconds long.
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Other UsesThe song was also used in various advertising campaigns, reflecting its upbeat and optimistic mood.
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Role in Music Career"Pocketful of Sunshine", along with her previous singles like "Unwritten", played a key role in establishing Natasha Bedingfield's career in pop music.
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