Absolutely Not

Deborah Cox

About Absolutely Not

"Absolutely Not" is a song by the Canadian singer Deborah Cox. It was written by Cox, Eric Johnson, D. Christopher Jennings, Ahmad Russel, Tiffany Palmer, Eric Jones, and James Glasco and produced by Johnson and Jennings for the soundtrack to the comedy film Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001). Released as a single in mid-2001, "Absolutely Not" was most successful on the Billboard Dance Club Songs, where remixes by DJ Hex Hector spent two weeks at number-one in September of that year. In 2002, the song was nominated for a Juno Award in the category Best Dance Recording. Hex Hector's "Chanel Mix" of "Absolutely Not" was later included on Cox's 2002 studio album The Morning After. Covered by Dutch singer Glennis Grace, it also appeared on second season soundtrack to the North American version of Queer as Folk. 


Year:
2002
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Always waitin' for someone
To make me happy, pick me up
I realize that someone is me
What you call life, that ain't livin'
Bless the child that's got his own
It's my season, now I stand alone
Just thought that I would let you know
Some things you just can't control

[Chorus]
Should I wear my hair in a ponytail?
Should I dress myself up in chanel?
Do I measure me by what you think?
Absolutely not, absolutely not
If I go to work in a mini-skirt
Am I givin' you the right to flirt?
I won't compromise my point of view
Absolutely not, absolutely not

Told myself I won't complain
But some things have got to change
Not gon' be a victim of
All your social push and shove
Right or wrong, you judge the same
My picture never fit your frame
What you thought, you'll never know
You can't see me with your mind closed

[Chorus]

Now I see, life means more to me
More than fancy clothes
More than you'll ever know
All the ugly words that I heard you say
Made me stronger everyday
Now I live my life for me

[Chorus:Repeat x3]

Oh, ooh
Woah, oh, ooh
All my ladies say
Oh, ooh
Woah, oh, ooh
Absolutely not, absolutely not
All my ladies say
Oh, ooh
Woah, oh, ooh
All my ladies say
Absolutely not, absolutely not

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Deborah Cox

Deborah Cox (born July 13, 1974) is a Canadian R&B singer-songwriter and actress. Her 1998 song "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" held the record for longest-running number one single on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart (14 weeks), a record held for nearly eight years. She has achieved eleven number-one hits on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart. She is often cited as Canada's top R&B artist. more »

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Written by: AHMAD RUSSELL, CHRIS JENNINGS, ERIC JOHNSON, ERIC JONES, JAMES GLASCO, TIFFANY PALMER

Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, FOX MUSIC, INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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12 facts about this song

Song Production
"Absolutely Not" is a song by Canadian R&B singer Deborah Cox. It was written by Eric Johnson, Shep Crawford, Cox herself, while the song production was handled by Johnson and Crawford.
Hits Chart
The song was a massive hit on the dance charts. It managed to reach the number one spot on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart in the US.
Featured in Movies
The song was featured on the soundtrack of the 2001 film "Dr. Dolittle 2".
Multiple Versions
There are several different versions of "Absolutely Not" including the "Chanel Club Mix", which is popular among dance music enthusiasts.
Lyrics Meaning
Lyrically, the song is about self-confidence and standing up for oneself. Cox insists that she should not be expected to conform to what others want her to be.
Other Genre
Though generally regarded as a dance-pop and R+B song, "Absolutely Not" features strong elements of gospel music which is notable in the last half of the song.
Music Video
The music video for "Absolutely Not" is notable for its high-energy dance sequences, which contributed to the song's success on dance charts.
Dual Release
"Absolutely Not" was released both as a stand-alone single and as part of the "Dr. Dolittle 2" soundtrack in 2001.
Award-Winning Song
In 2002, "Absolutely Not" won the Juno Award for Dance Recording of the Year.
Legacy
The song remains one of Deborah Cox's most recognizable and beloved songs, and it continues to be a popular dance floor anthem.
Social Impact
"Absolutely Not" has been adopted as an anthem for many in the LGBTQ+ community due to its message of self-assurance and non-conformity.
Live Performances
The song continues to be a staple in Cox's live performances and is often met with enthusiastic responses from audiences.

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