Aguilera has achieved five No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart making her the fourth female artist to top the chart over three consecutive decades (1990s, 2000s, and 2010s).
She has released ten albums, one of which is a compilation and nine of which are studio albums: Christina Aguilera (1999), Mi Reflejo (2000), My Kind of Christmas (2000), Stripped (2002), Back to Basics (2006), Keeps Gettin' Better: A Decade of Hits (2008), Bionic (2010), Lotus (2012), Liberation (2018) and AGUILERA (2022).
Aguilera is best known for her vocal ability, music videos, and ever-changing image. She includes themes of dealing with public scrutiny, her painful childhood, and female empowerment in her music. She has also dedicated much of her time as a philanthropist for charities, human rights and world issues. In 2009, she was named the Ambassador Against Hunger for the World Food Programme.
It's a Man's Man's Man's World
Christina Aguilera Lyrics
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But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl
You see, man made the cars to take us over the road
Man made the trains to carry heavy loads
Man made electric light to take us out of the dark
Man made the boat for the water, like Noah made the ark
But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl
Man thinks about little baby boy and baby girl
Man makes them happy cause man makes them toys
And after man has made everything, everything he can
You know that man makes money to buy from other man
This is a man's world
But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl
He's lost in the wilderness
He's lost in bitterness
Christina Aguilera's song "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" is a powerful commentary on the role of women in society. The song asserts that men are the ones who have traditionally made significant contributions to society, with lyrics such as "Man made the cars to take us over the road" and "Man made electric light to take us out of the dark." However, Aguilera also acknowledges that women play a vital role in society, singing "it wouldn't be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl."
The song also touches on the idea that men have created a world that is not always kind to them, as they can be "lost in the wilderness" and "lost in bitterness." Despite this, the song's overarching message is that women are an essential part of society and should be recognized for their contributions.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was first recorded by James Brown in 1966. Aguilera's version, released in 2002, features a more soulful and bluesy sound than the original. Additionally, the song has been covered by many other artists, including Seal, Bonnie Tyler, and Leela James.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a man's world, this is a man's world
The world is predominantly run by men, and it is considered to be a man's world.
But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl
However, it is important to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of women and girls in making the world complete.
You see, man made the cars to take us over the road
Men are responsible for creating cars to transport people over public roads.
Man made the trains to carry heavy loads
Men are responsible for designing and creating trains that carry large and heavy goods.
Man made electric light to take us out of the dark
Men created electric light to provide illumination and banish darkness from our surroundings.
Man made the boat for the water, like Noah made the ark
Men are credited with inventing boats for water transport, just as Noah built an ark to save his family from the Great Flood.
Man thinks about little baby boy and baby girl
Men tend to prioritize the well-being and happiness of both baby boys and girls.
Man makes them happy cause man makes them toys
Men create toys that bring joy and happiness to children, both boys and girls.
And after man has made everything, everything he can
Men are constantly creating and innovating to advance and improve the world.
You know that man makes money to buy from other man
Men create money that is used to purchase goods and services from other men.
He's lost in the wilderness
Despite all of their successes, men can still feel unfulfilled and unsure of their place in the world.
He's lost in bitterness
This can often lead to feelings of anger and resentment towards others and contributes to a negative outlook on life.
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Richie Rich
The haters call this screaming... But LEGENDS like Whitney, Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Baby Face, Patti Labelle, Celine Dion, Cher, , calls Christina Aguileras Vocal Talent, Raw, PURE, POWERFUL, THEATRICAL, and SHES MULTI SKILLED AS SHE CAN SING ANY GENRE OF MUSIC . ❤️❤️❤️
Adriana Beaty
And she is but her voice cracked there undoubtedly
Jean-Claude Ledanois
@vanina s Yes I am not the "nice boy". As for the Artists you have mention, I know them so well,that they are not to be mingled with this lady and other mainstreams clones.
vanina s
@Jean-Claude Ledanois Your personal appreciations are not Universal Truths. They´re your own truths. And it´s crystal clear that you don´t have the slightest clue of 95% of the artists I mentioned before. Hence, instead of talking decently and respecting other person´s point of view, sensibility, and experience, making the conversation something interesting on which both can extrapolate something new to learn, you do what the herd does: disqualify, attack and insult what doesn´t match your inner world. A pity.
Jean-Claude Ledanois
@vanina s Once again pity that you don't make the difference between a piece of glass and true diamonds...so obvious!
vanina s
@Jean-Claude Ledanois Yeap, it´s a question of sensibility. I can also be touched by the great BH, that doesn´t mean that CA can´t. And I´m not talking about CA´s personallity away from the stage... all artists usually have exacerbated egos...
Other musical artists that moves me deeply are: Silvio Rodríguez, Pavarotti, Carusso (yes, I know, and yes: the very little that´s left of him, but I love him due to his history and legacy), Joan Manuel Serrat, Charly García, Pablo Milanés, Víctor Manuel, Pappo, Vox Dei, Gustavo Ceratti, Debussy, Mozart, Loreena McKennitt, María Callas, Enya, Vivaldi, Carl Orff, Gary Numan, Michael Jackson, Genesis (specially A Trick of the Tail and Wind & Wuthering ), Chester Thompson, Peter Gabriel (mostly his Real World project), Pink Floyd, Jean Michel Jarre (early work), Vangelis, Chester Bennington, David Draiman (with or without Disturbed), Chuck Berry, 2Pac, Fever Ray (2009 and some of the early 2000´s material with her brother on The Knife ), Celia Cruz, Cancerbero, Haggard, Montserrat Caballé, The Hu, Lalo Schifrin, Astor Piazzola, Floor Jansen, José González, Michael Giacchino, Arbolito, Puccini, Inti Illimani, René (as Residente and Calle 13), Hans Zimmer, Los Jaivas, Violeta Parra, Víctor Jara, John Lennon, The Beatles, Luar Na Lubre, Andrey Vinogradov, Moby, Of Monsters and Men, Sia, Susan Boyle, Dolores O´Riordan, and Tracy Chapman, among others.
Jeniestra
This woman is INSANE! I can't believe those vocals, and all the soul she put into that performance. I'm sure the great James Brown was smiling from wherever he is.
Castrocuba
@Jeniestra no. they deserve death, every single one of batistas supporters do. those animals
Jeniestra
@Castrocuba I can imagine, with that picture you have in your profile you must be hearing the voices of all those people murdered by Guevara. I hope you get help.
Castrocuba
im actually insane, the voices wont stop