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.
Stripped Pt. 2
Christina Aguilera Lyrics
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Sorry I don't give a (what)
Sorry, I ain't a diva
Sorry, just know what I want
Sorry, I'm not a virgin
Sorry, I'm not a slut (oh)
I won't let you break me
(Oh way oh)
To all my dreamers out there, I'm with you
All my underdogs, (ha) I feel you
Lift your head high and stay strong
Keep pushin' on
Christina Aguilera's song Stripped Part 2 is about embracing one's true self and not conforming to societal expectations. The lyrics "Sorry, if I ain't perfect" represents the pressure many people face to meet unattainable standards of perfection. Christina Aguilera emphasizes in the lyrics that she doesn't give a "what" about these expectations and she's not a diva, she just knows what she wants.
The next set of lyrics "Sorry, I'm not a virgin, Sorry, I'm not a slut (oh), I won't let you break me, Think what you want" confronts the double standards that exist within society when it comes to women's sexuality. Christina is not shaming those who are virgins or those who are sexually active. She is expressing that one's worth as a person should not be defined by their sexual experiences or lack thereof. And that she won't let anyone break her - she will be her own person and not conform to gendered stereotypes.
The chorus, "To all my dreamers out there, I'm with you, All my underdogs, I feel you, Lift your head high and stay strong, Keep pushin' on (oh way oh)", is an anthem for those who are marginalized, discouraged or made to feel like outcasts, to encourage them to stay strong and persist in the face of challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh sorry, if I ain't perfect
I apologize if I don't meet your idea of perfection.
Sorry I don't give a (what)
I apologize that I don't care about conforming to societal norms or pleasing others' expectations.
Sorry, I ain't a diva
I apologize for not fitting into the stereotype of a demanding, high-maintenance female.
Sorry, just know what I want
I apologize for being assertive and clear about my desires and goals.
Sorry, I'm not a virgin
I apologize for not adhering to the narrow societal expectation of female purity and chastity.
Sorry, I'm not a slut (oh)
I apologize for not conforming to society's double standards on female sexuality.
I won't let you break me
I am resolute in my determination to not let anyone or anything damage my spirit or self-worth.
Think what you want (Oh way oh)
I am indifferent to the opinions or judgments that others may have of me.
To all my dreamers out there, I'm with you
I stand in solidarity with those who have big aspirations and are willing to fight for them.
All my underdogs, (ha) I feel you
I empathize with those who are underestimated or unsure of themselves, because I too have experienced this.
Lift your head high and stay strong
I encourage others to carry themselves with confidence and resilience even in the face of adversity.
Keep pushin' on
I urge everyone to keep striving and working towards their goals and aspirations.
Contributed by Kylie H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.