I Belong to Me

Jessica Simpson

About I Belong to Me

"I Belong to Me" is a song by American recording artist Jessica Simpson from her fifth studio album, A Public Affair. The song was written by Diane Warren and produced by Stargate. It was released on September 26, 2006 by Epic Records, as the second single from the album. Originally the song was not included in the standard version of the album, but was released in a version of Walmart as a bonus track. The lyrics of "I Belong to Me" is constructed in verse-chorus format and focuses on the dissatisfaction of love. The song received mixed reviews, despite the success of previous single "A Public Affair". In the United States, the single reached number 10 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 and at number ninety-nine the Billboard Pop 100. 


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2006
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I belong to me

It's not that I don't wanna share my life with you, baby
It's just that I'm the one I need to be true to, baby
And I won't give up me to be part of you

It's not that I don't want to have you in my life, baby
It's just you gotta know that it's got to be right, baby
Before I open up my heart to you

I don't need somebody to complete me
I complete myself
Nobody's got to belong to somebody else

I belong to me
I don't belong to you
My heart is my possession
I'll be my own reflection

I belong to me
I'm one, not half of two
And if you're gonna love me
You should know this, baby
That I belong to me

I gotta let you know before I let you in, baby
That who I am is not about who I am with, baby
That don't mean I don't wanna be here with you, I do

I don't need somebody to complete me
I want you to know
I'll give all my love but I'm not givin' all my soul

I belong to me
I don't belong to you
My heart is my possession
I'll be my own reflection

I belong to me
I'm one, not half of two
And if you're gonna love me
You should know this, baby
That I belong to me

Love don't mean changin' who you are
To be who somebody wants you to be
Nobody's got to belong to nobody

I belong to me
I don't belong to you
My heart is my possession
I'll be my own reflection

I belong to me
I don't belong to you
My heart is my possession
I'll be my own reflection

I belong to me
I'm one, not half of two
And if you're gonna love me
You should know this, baby
That I belong to me

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Jessica Simpson

Jessica Ann Simpson (born July 10, 1980) is an American recording artist, actress, television personality and fashion designer whose rise to fame began in 1999. Since that time, Simpson has made many recordings, starred in several television shows, movies and commercials, launched a line of hair and beauty products and designed fragrances, shoes and handbags for women. She has devoted time to philanthropic efforts including Operation Smile and a USO-hosted tour for troops stationed overseas. She started the Jessica Simpson Collection in 2009 more »

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Written by: DIANE EVE WARREN

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11 facts about this song

Artist Information
"I Belong to Me" was performed by American pop artist Jessica Simpson, who began her career as a teenage artist in the late 1990s with the release of her debut album "Sweet Kisses".
Song Release
"I Belong to Me" was released as the lead single from Jessica Simpson's fifth studio album "A Public Affair" in 2006.
Chart Performance
Despite mixed reviews, "I Belong to Me" performed moderately well on the charts, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart in the United States.
Songwriting and Production
The song was written by Jessica Simpson, Johnta Austin, Greg Kurstin, and Scott Storch, with production handled by Storch.
Music Video
In the music video for "I Belong to Me," Simpson channels the iconic 1960s look, further capitalizing on the retro tunes featured on her album "A Public Affair". The video was directed by Matthew Rolston.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "I Belong to Me" revolve around the theme of female empowerment and independence, portraying Simpson as a strong woman who can hold her own in a romance-gone-wrong.
Promotional Performances
Jessica Simpson performed "I Belong to Me" live on several occasions, including at The View, The Late Show with David Letterman, and the 2006 Billboard Music Awards.
Song Reception
The song received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised Simpson's vocal delivery and the song's empowering message, while others criticized it for not being sonically daring or innovative.
Autumn Goodbye Remix
There's a remix version of "I Belong to Me" called the "Autumn Goodbye Remix," which leans more into the dance-pop genre than the original pop ballad.
Single Sales
As of July 2007, "I Belong to Me" had sold 81,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan.
Song Duration
The length of this song is approximately 3 minutes and 40 seconds.

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