Mixed Up World
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
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I'm feeling all messed up Right Don't want to bring you down But I am really needing guidance now What would you do within my shoes (don't cry) I'm going crazy (stay high) I've never felt so low (don't hide) I want to turn and run We've got to find a place to go So when you're feeling kind of mixed up Just remember it's a mixed up world And when you're feeLing life is just too tough Just remember you're a real tough girl I look around my life And all I see is contradiction and a lack of faith Cynicism rules the day I know it has it's place But I am really needing guidance now Reminding me I'm strong inside (don't cry) I know you love me (stay high) and we'll make it through this time (don't hide) I want to feel the sun We've got to start to take control (why) do I feel this pain (why) has this world gone insane
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Written by: GREGG ALEXANDER, MATT ROWE, SOPHIE MICHELL ELLIS-BEXTOR
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Mixed Up World" is a pop song by English singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor, released in 2003. It served as the first single from her second studio album, "Shoot from the Hip".
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Production InformationThe song was written by Ellis-Bextor, along with Matt Rowe and Gregg Alexander. Alexander is widely known for his work as the frontman of New Radicals.
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Chart Performance"Mixed Up World" was able to crack the top 10 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at No. 7 on October 25, 2003.
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Song MeaningLyrically, the song addresses the singer's optimism about life, despite its inevitable challenges. Ellis-Bextor encourages listeners not to let negative factors spoil their world.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Mixed Up World" was directed by Sophie Muller, who has worked with musicians like Beyoncé and Blur. In the video, Ellis-Bextor can be seen in a variety of eccentric and colourful outfits against different abstract backgrounds.
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Notable PerformancesSophie Ellis-Bextor performed "Mixed Up World" live on several TV programs, including Top of the Pops, CD:UK and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
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Song Reception"Mixed Up World" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its upbeat tune and catchy lyrics, while others felt that it didn't stand out from the other pop songs of the era.
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Notable RemixesThe song has been remixed by several notable artists and DJs, including Groovefinder, who gave the song a dance-pop makeover, and Droyds, who added a techno influence.
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B-SideThe single release of "Mixed Up World" also included a B-side track titled "The Universe Is You."
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Album Contribution"Mixed Up World" has been identified as a track that helped to solidify Ellis-Bextor's status as a successful solo artist after her stint with the band Theaudience.
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