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.
Thank You
Christina Aguilera Lyrics
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Nobody seen, let's go
Come on, come on
Baby, baby, baby
I grant you three wishes 'cause I be the genie
Christina Aguilera
It seems like a lifetime
It took such a long time
For me to realize just how to be and to listen to me
Don't go thinking I'm not thankful
'Cause me, I've got my hands full of good things
And I hope I can give back
A little bit of what you've given me
So thank you for standing right by me (I will always love you)
So thank you for being behind me (you are just so amazing)
And watching me grow and letting others know
That you still believe in what I'll be
So people have said things in times
About me that weren't always true, ooh, yeah
But you've always been there
To give that extra love to pull me through, to do what I gotta do
'Cause there'll always be those ups and downs
But you've always seemed to stick around and see
See me through to believe, yeah
And I hope I can give back
A little bit of what you've given me
You given me all that I need, yeah
So thank you for standing right by me, I thank you for everything
So thank you for being behind me, thank you, Christina
And watching me grow and letting others know
That you still believe in what I'll be, sing it, girl
It took awhile 'til I could do what I wanted
And now I'm so happy that it started where we started
I'm thanking God that I could be in the position
To do my own thing now and make my own decisions
And so I'm thanking you for being true
And standing by me through and through
The lyrics of Christina Aguilera's "Thank You" express gratitude towards those who have supported her throughout her career, allowing her to grow and thrive. Aguilera acknowledges that she felt like a prisoner of her own dreams for a long time, until she learned to listen to herself and realize her potential. Despite facing criticism and untrue rumors, her supporters have always stood by her, offering their love and encouragement to see her through the ups and downs of life.
The first verse contains a reference to a genie, with Aguilera saying she will grant three wishes. This may represent her desire to give back to those who have supported her, as if she were able to grant them anything they wished for. The chorus emphasizes the message of gratitude and love towards her supporters, expressing how much she appreciates their unwavering presence in her life. Towards the end of the song, Aguilera thanks God for allowing her to pursue her own path and make her own decisions, while still recognizing the importance of the people who have been there for her.
Overall, "Thank You" is a song that celebrates the love and support of friends, family, and fans, and underscores the importance of having people who believe in you and help you reach your full potential.
Line by Line Meaning
It seems like a lifetime
It feels like I've been trapped in my own thoughts for a long time.
Since I felt like a prisoner of my dreams, yeah, yeah
I have been restricted and indecisive about my aspirations for a long time.
It took such a long time
It took a considerable effort and duration for me to attain a degree of self-awareness.
For me to realize just how to be and to listen to me
I came to comprehend the importance of listening to my needs and being true to myself.
Don't go thinking I'm not thankful
I appreciate everything in my life and the people who have helped me achieve it.
'Cause me, I've got my hands full of good things
I am blessed with a lot of great opportunities and experiences.
And I hope I can give back
I desire to repay the kindness and support shown to me by others.
A little bit of what you've given me
I would like to offer some gratitude towards those who have helped me attain my current position.
So thank you for standing right by me, I will always love you
I am immensely grateful for your constant presence and belief in me, and I will forever cherish your affection.
So thank you for being behind me, you are just so amazing
I consider myself lucky to have such a fantastic person supporting me.
And watching me grow and letting others know
I appreciate your patience and generosity in allowing me to evolve and sharing it with others.
That you still believe in what I'll be
I am grateful that you have faith in my abilities and potential.
So people have said things in times
I have faced hurtful and untrue criticisms from others in the past.
About me that weren't always true, ooh, yeah
Unfounded rumors and falsehoods have been spread about me.
But you've always been there
I thank you for remaining constant and dependable throughout these times.
To give that extra love to pull me through, to do what I gotta do
I appreciate the additional support and aid that helped me overcome obstacles and accomplish my goals.
'Cause there'll always be those ups and downs
Life is not always a smooth ride and will have its fair share of highs and lows.
But you've always seemed to stick around and see
Despite the difficulties, you have continued to remain by my side and watch over me.
See me through to believe, yeah
Your presence has kept me strong and believing in myself.
You given me all that I need, yeah
I owe all my successes to you and you have provided everything I have required.
Thank you for standing right by me, I thank you for everything
I extend my gratitude and appreciation for your unwavering support and aid.
Thank you for being behind me, thank you, Christina
I am grateful for your contributions to my life and career.
And watching me grow and letting others know
I am appreciative of the way you nurtured my growth and also shared my journey with others.
That you still believe in what I'll be, sing it, girl
Your support and belief in me have been the driving motivate for me to pursue my dreams, and I thank you.
It took awhile 'til I could do what I wanted
I have struggled and had to work hard to achieve my desired goals.
And now I'm so happy that it started where we started
I am joyful to have begun and shared this journey with you, and it fills me with happiness.
I'm thanking God that I could be in the position
I am thankful to God for the opportunities and privileges that have brought me to where I am.
To do my own thing now and make my own decisions
I am grateful to have the capacity and freedom to pursue my desires and make my own choices.
And so I'm thanking you for being true
I thank you for being sincere and honest in your actions and words.
And standing by me through and through
I am grateful to you for being loyal and consistent throughout our journey together.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Chris Brown, Christina Aguilera, David Frank, Kara Dioguardi, Pamela Sheyne, Stephen Kipner
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