Extraordinary
Liz Phair
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You think that I go home at night Take off my clothes, turn out the lights But I burn letters that I write to you To make you love me Yeah, I drive naked through the park And run the stop sign in the dark Stand in the street, yell out my heart To make, to make you love me I am extraordinary If you'd ever get to know me I am extraordinary, I am just your ordinary Average, everyday, sane, psycho, super-goddess Average, everyday, sane, psycho You may not believe in me but I believe in you So I still take the trash out Does that make me too normal for you? So dig a little deeper 'cause You still don't get it yet See me lickin' my lips, need a primitive fix And I'll make, I'll make you love me I am extraordinary If you'd ever get to know me I am extraordinary, I am just your ordinary Average, everyday, sane, psycho, super-goddess Average, everyday, sane, psycho (super-goddess) See me jump through hoops for you You stand there watching me performing What exactly do you do? Have you ever thought it's you that's boring? Who the hell are you? I am extraordinary (extraordinary) If you'd ever get to know me (get to know me) I am extraordinary, I am just your ordinary (extraordinary) Average, everyday, sane, psycho, super-goddess Average, everyday, sane, psycho Average, everyday, sane, psycho, super-goddess Average, everyday, sane, psycho Average, everyday, sane, psycho, super-goddess Average, everyday, sane, psycho Average, everyday, sane, psycho
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Written by: Liz Phair, Graham Edwards, Scott Spock, Lauren Christy
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Album Classification"Extraordinary" is a song by American singer-songwriter Liz Phair. This track is featured on her self-titled fourth studio album "Liz Phair".
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Release DetailsThe song was released as a single in 2003, following the album release.
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Chart Performance"Extraordinary" managed to garner considerable airplay and peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart, becoming an unexpected hit.
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Music GenreThe song showcases Liz Phair's shift from her earlier indie rock and lo-fi sound towards a more pop-oriented style.
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Music Video ClassificationThe music video for "Extraordinary" features Phair as a superhero who saves people while also performing everyday tasks, reflecting the song's theme of feeling extraordinary even in ordinary situations.
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Song LyricsThe song lyrics present an empowering message, with Phair proclaiming herself as "extraordinary", showcasing her self-confidence and desire to stand out from the rest.
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CollaborationThe song was co-written by Phair and the production team The Matrix, who are known for their work with various successful pop artists like Avril Lavigne.
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Critical ReceptionThe track received mixed reviews from critics. While some appreciated the catchy tune and empowering lyrics, others saw it as a departure from Phair's earlier, more critically acclaimed work.
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Song Usage"Extraordinary" has been featured in a number of television shows and movies, including "13 Going on 30" and "Raising Helen", contributing to its popularity.
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Evolution of Liz PhairThe song represents a significant evolution in Phair's career, marking her transition from the underground alternative scene to mainstream pop music.
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