Song information
"The Voice Within" was written by both Aguilera and Glen Ballard, and was produced by the latter. The album version extends the song about five seconds and blends it with the next track, "I'm OK".
An alternate edit clocking in at 4 minutes and 26 seconds appears on the compilation album Totally Hits 2004.
Aguilera did not want "The Voice Within" to be released as the fifth single. She was lobbying for "Impossible", a track from Stripped, which was produced by Alicia Keys, as she felt it would help her break into the urban market. RCA Records wanted to release a big ballad during the holiday season like they did the year prior with "Beautiful" and felt that 'The Voice Within' was the perfect candidate. Eventually, Aguilera's label made the final decision and the idea of 'Impossible' being the final single was scrapped.
It was performed on the third season of Australian Idol during "Contestant's Choice" week (Top 9) by Roxane LeBrasse. Despite receiving good reviews from the judges, LeBrasse was eliminated the next night.
The song was performed later by American Idol 5 runner-up Katharine McPhee during 'Songs from the 21st Century' week (Top 10). During this performance, judge Simon Cowell compared McPhee's abilities to that of Aguilera's, saying the former's performance was almost as good as the original singer. He then said it was mediocre during the result show the night after, where McPhee landed in the bottom two.
The song was later performed in the film The Voice Within by Regina Fuller and the title was borrowed for the film.
Music video
The song's music video was directed by David LaChapelle. It opens with a close-up of Aguilera and zooms out to her wearing a slip and sitting in an abandoned prop room. In one continuous black-and-white shot, Aguilera walks through several rooms, exits the building, and finally lays on a light box. The video was filmed at a deserted theater in downtown Los Angeles, California. It is inspired by neorealist works.[1]
"The Voice Within'" was the eleventh video for Aguilera to appear on TRL. The video hit number one twice and spent thirty-seven days on the countdown.
A Voice Within
Christina Aguilera Lyrics
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I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
Oh
Young girl, it's alright
Your tears will dry, you'll soon be free to fly, ooh
When you're safe inside your room, you tend to dream
Of a place where nothing's harder than it seems
Of the heartache life can bring and what it means
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Like your oldest friend, just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within, oh
Young girl, don't hide
You'll never change if you just run away
Ooh, whoa yeah
Young girl, just hold tight
Soon you're gonna see your brighter day, oh
Now in a world where innocence is quickly claimed
It's so hard to stand your ground when you're so afraid
No one reaches out a hand for you to hold
When you look outside, look inside to your soul
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Like your oldest friend, just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
If you will learn to begin to trust the voice within
Oh, ho, yeah
Ooh, oh, yea (ooh, ooh, ooh) oh, yeah
Life is a journey (ooh, ooh,ooh)
It can take you anywhere you choose to go (ooh, ooh, ooh)
As long as you're learning (ooh, ooh, ooh)
You'll find all you'll ever need to know (ooh, ooh, ooh)
(Be strong)
Break it (hold on)
You'll make it (be strong)
Just don't forsake it because (hold on)
(No one can tell you what you can't do)
No one can stop you, you know that I'm talking to you
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Like your oldest friend, just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within
Ooh, yeah young girl, don't cry, I'll be right here
When your world starts to fall
Yeah
Aah
Yeah
(Listen)
Oh yeah
(Listen)
Na na na (listen, listen)
Oh yeah (listen)
Hmm yeah (listen)
In Christina Aguilera's song "The Voice Within," she sings to a young girl who is facing challenges and struggles in life. The lyrics encourage the girl to find strength and guidance within herself. The song suggests that there will be times when the world seems like it is falling apart, but one must not be afraid to face it. It suggests that life can be tough, but everyone can get through it if they believe in themselves.
As the song progresses, it is clear that the "voice within" represents the girl's inner strength and wisdom. The lyrics suggest that every person has this inner voice but it can be hard to hear it amidst the noise and distractions of life. It explains how it is essential to look inside oneself, like a long-lost friend, and trust the voice within.
Line by Line Meaning
Young girl, don't cry
Don't shed tears or feel sad, as I will be here to support you
I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
I will be around to help you through tough times
Young girl, it's alright
It's okay to feel down, but know that things will get better
Your tears will dry, you'll soon be free to fly, ooh
Your sadness will pass, and you will eventually have the courage to pursue your dreams
When you're safe inside your room, you tend to dream
In moments of solitude, you may imagine a world that is trouble-free
Of a place where nothing's harder than it seems
An imaginary place where everything is easy and simple
No one ever wants or bothers to explain
People often avoid talking about the difficulties and hardships that can arise in life
Of the heartache life can bring and what it means
The pain and loss that life can cause and why they happen
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
When you feel alone, rely on your own strength and intuition
Like your oldest friend, just trust the voice within
Have faith in the wisdom and guidance of your own inner self
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
Your inner voice will give you the power to navigate through difficult situations
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within, oh
Through time and experience, you will learn to place your confidence in your own intuition
Young girl, don't hide
Don't run away from your problems or fears
You'll never change if you just run away
Avoiding difficulties won't bring about personal growth or positive change
Young girl, just hold tight
Stay strong and persevere through tough times
Soon you're gonna see your brighter day, oh
Your situation will improve and things will get better
Now in a world where innocence is quickly claimed
A world where the pure and genuine are taken advantage of all too often
It's so hard to stand your ground when you're so afraid
Fear can make it difficult to remain steadfast and resolute
No one reaches out a hand for you to hold
Not everyone offers help or support during tough times
When you look outside, look inside to your soul
When seeking answers or guidance, look inside yourself instead of relying on external sources
Life is a journey (ooh, ooh,ooh)
Life is a process of growth, discovery, and experience
It can take you anywhere you choose to go (ooh, ooh, ooh)
You have the power to shape your own destiny and carve your own path in life
As long as you're learning (ooh, ooh, ooh)
As long as you're open to new experiences and knowledge
You'll find all you'll ever need to know (ooh, ooh, ooh)
You will discover everything you need to know to succeed and find happiness
(Be strong)
Stay resilient and courageous
(hold on)
Persist and endure through challenges
You'll make it (be strong)
You have the ability to overcome adversity
Just don't forsake it because (hold on)
Just don't give up on your goals and dreams
(No one can tell you what you can't do)
No one should discourage you or limit your potential
No one can stop you, you know that I'm talking to you
You have the power to overcome any obstacle or challenge
(Listen)
Pay attention and take heed
Oh yeah
Affirming agreement and encouragement
(listen)
Emphasizing the importance of attentive listening
Na na na (listen, listen)
Further emphasizing the importance of active listening
Hmm yeah (listen)
Concluding the song with a final call to listen and take heed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: CHRISTINA AGUILERA, GLEN BALLARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Imalostboy
Young girl don't cry
I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
Young girl it's alright
Your tears will dry, you'll soon be free to fly
When you're safe inside your room you tend to dream
Of a place where nothing's harder than it seems
No one ever wants or bothers to explain
Of the heartache life can bring and what it means
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within
Young girl don't hide
You'll never change if you just run away
Young girl just hold tight
Soon you're gonna see your brighter day
Now in a world where innocence is quickly claimed
It's so hard to stand your ground when you're so afraid
No one reaches out a hand for you to hold
When you look outside, look inside to your soul
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
If you learn to begin to trust the voice within
Life is a journey
It can take you anywhere you choose to go
As long as you're learning
You'll find all you'll ever need to know (be strong)
Break it (hold on)
You'll make it (be strong)
Just don't forsake it because (hold on)
No one can tell you what you can't do
No one can stop you, you know that I'm talking to you
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
And like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within
Young girl don't cry
I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
@deemayousef6326
20 years ago I was a young girl who listened to this song and took it as a manifest.
Today I’m 30, I still come back to this song.
I missed a lot of childhood, youth, energy and hope, nothing much left.
I was scrolling down into my Facebook memories, I found a quote from this song lyrics; brought back sinister memories of where I was 12 years ago.
I never gave up trying and fighting, but I’m extremely tired now.
I broke free
I flew away
I pierced the air
I’ve seen things
I’ve done things
And now I’m just tired
@wly8735
Young girl don't cry
Jovem menina, não chore
I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
Estarei bem aqui quando seu mundo começar a desmoronar
Young girl it's alright
Jovem menina, está tudo bem
Your tears will dry, you'll soon be free to fly
Suas lágrimas irão secar, em breve você será livre pra voar
When you're safe inside your room you tend to dream
Quando você está segura dentro do seu quarto você costuma sonhar
Of a place where nothing's harder than it seems
Com um lugar onde nada é mais difícil do que parece
No one ever wants or bothers to explain
Ninguém nunca quer ou se incomoda em explicar
Of the heartache life can bring and what it means
As mágoas que a vida pode trazer e o que elas significam
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Quando não houver mais ninguém, olhe dentro de si mesma
Like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
Como uma velha amiga sua, apenas confie na voz interior
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
Assim você encontrará a força que ira guiar o seu caminho
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within
Você vai aprender a começar a confiar na voz interior
Young girl don't hide
Jovem menina, não se esconda
You'll never change if you just run away
Você nunca ira mudar se apenas fugir
Young girl just hold tight
Jovem menina, apenas aguente firme
Soon you're gonna see your brighter day
Em breve você vai ver o seu dia mais bonito
Now in a world where innocence is quickly claimed
E em um mundo onde a inocência é rapidamente alegada
It's so hard to stand your ground when you're so afraid
É muito difícil se manter firme quando você está com tanto medo
No one reaches out a hand for you to hold
Ninguém estende uma mão para você segurar
When you look outside, look inside to your soul
Quando olhar para fora, olhe dentro da sua alma
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Quando não houver mais ninguém, olhe dentro de si mesma
Like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
Como uma velha amiga sua, apenas confie na voz interior
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
Assim você encontrará a força que ira guiar o seu caminho
If you learn to begin to trust the voice within
Se você aprender a começar a confiar na voz interior
Life is a journey
A vida é uma jornada
It can take you anywhere you choose to go
Ela pode te levar onde você quiser
As long as you're learning
Contanto que você esteja aprendendo
You'll find all you'll ever need to know (be strong)
Você encontrará tudo que precisar saber (seja forte)
Break it (hold on)
Acabe com isso (persista)
You'll make it (be strong)
Você vai conseguir (seja forte)
Just don't forsake it because (hold on)
Apenas não desista porque (persista)
No one can tell you what you can't do
Ninguém pode dizer o que você não pode fazer
No one can stop you, you know that I'm talking to you
Ninguém pode te parar, você sabe disso, estou falando com você
When there's no one else, look inside yourself
Quando não houver mais ninguém, olhe dentro de si mesma
And like your oldest friend just trust the voice within
E como uma velha amiga sua, apenas confie na voz interior
Then you'll find the strength that will guide your way
Assim você encontrará a força que ira guiar o seu caminho
You'll learn to begin to trust the voice within
Você vai aprender a começar a confiar na voz interior
Young girl don't cry
Jovem menina, não chore
I'll be right here when your world starts to fall
Estarei bem aqui quando seu mundo começar a desmoronar
@musicprince4341
Praising Christina Aguilera
Axl Rose: "She is One Of The Greatest Vocalists Of Our Time"
Mick Jagger: "She has got the most fantastic voice and she is a very good performer".
Keith Richards: "She is great"
Patti Labelle: "She can sing her face off. She is phenomenal. She has the voice to do it."
Whitney Houston: I'd like to thank Ms. Christina. I really wanna thank you. You are the one that I truly enjoy in today's music. You've done the best rendition of 'Run to You' beside myself. I thank you very much."
Celine Dion: "The first time I heard Christina Aguilera sing, I was totally blown away. I love the way she sings. Her tone is beautiful, and her voice has got so much power, Unbelievable voice, great dancer and so very beautiful. Without a doubt, she’s one of the most talented artists the world has ever seen and heard, and I think she’s going to continue to amaze us for many, many years to come."
Aretha Franklin: "Aguilera was good. She was feeling it"
Etta James: "I couldn't believe that big sound, that big voice was coming out of her. Tell me who you've seen that sings like her, because we don't have anybody."
@rva
Never gets old
@andresn695
Love u queen
@journeyinspirit
❤❤❤❤
@gotexasrangersalbundymlb7694
2023
@maribelvantornout
@@journeyinspirit mo
@tristonrobinson2243
Never will & I love her black hair & her powerful singing voice to match.
@punkzain
This is not a song. It s therapy!
@Christina3462
I just had the same thought
@mooniekitty3619
Same
@maryjoytabay9880
same