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.
What a girl
Christina Aguilera Lyrics
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What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Yeah, c'mon
Ooh, oh yeah, oh yeah
I wanna thank you for giving me time to breathe
Like a rock, you waited so patiently
While I got it together, oh
I only looked but I never touched
'Cause in my heart was a picture of us
Holdin' hands, makin' plans
And it's lucky for me you understand
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever makes me happy sets you free
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever keeps me in your arms
And I'm thanking you for giving it to me
What I want, is what you got
And what you got, is what I want
There was a time I was blind, I was so confused (yeah-yeah)
Run away just to hide it all from you
But baby, you knew me better than I knew myself
They say if you love something, let it go
If it comes back it's yours
That's how you know
It's for keeps, yeah, it's for sure
And you're ready and willin' to give me more than
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever makes me happy sets you free
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever keeps me in your arms
And I'm thanking you for giving it to me, yeah
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Somebody sensitive, courageous, sexy, cool, like you
What a girl wants, what a girl needs, oh yeah
What a girl wants (you're so right)
What a girl needs (you're so right)
You let a girl know how much you
Care about her, I swear
You're the one who always knew
You knew, you knew, you knew, you knew
Ooh, I'm thanking you for being there for me
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever keeps me in your arms
Whatever keeps me in your arms, that's what I need
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever makes me happy sets you free
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever keeps me in your arms
And I'm thanking you for giving it
What a girl wants, what a girl needs
Whatever makes me happy sets you free
And I'm thanking you for giving it to me
Oh baby, oh darling
Thank you, thank you for giving me what I what
And what I need
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, yeah
I turn around there
Whenever you're not there
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah
The song "What a Girl Wants" by Christina Aguilera is an ode to a faithful and supportive partner. The first verse makes it clear that the girl wants and needs whatever makes her happy and sets her free, whatever keeps her in her partner's arms. She thanks her partner for being there for her and always being patient and understanding. The second verse describes the girl's past behavior - she had a picture of them in her heart and only looked but never touched, while her partner waited patiently for her to figure things out. The third verse highlights the strength and faith her partner had in her, allowing her the space she needed to figure things out. And finally, the chorus repeats the main message - what a girl wants and needs is someone who knows and can give her whatever keeps her in their arms.
Line by Line Meaning
What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Christina desires things that bring her happiness and give her freedom.
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.
She wants things that make her happy and allow her to be herself, while also allowing her partner the same freedom.
Whatever keeps me in your arms.
The things that make her happy also keep her close to her partner.
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly,
She is grateful that her partner understands her needs and wants.
Like a rock you waited so patiently, while I got it together.
Her partner waited for her while she worked on herself, supporting and being a steady presence in her life.
While I figured it out, I only looked but I never touched,
Christina didn't pursue other options while she was trying to figure out what she wanted.
'Cause in my heart was a picture of us,
She had a strong vision of her and her partner being together.
Holding hands, making plans,
She imagines a future with her partner filled with love and support.
And it's lucky for me, you understand.
She is fortunate that her partner understands her vision and goals.
A weaker man might have walked away, but you had faith
Her partner was patient and had faith in their relationship, even when things were tough.
Strong enough to move over and understand, while I got it together.
Her partner was able to adapt and be supportive during times when Christina needed to work on herself.
While I figured it out, they say, "If you love something let it go.
Christina and her partner both understood that sometimes letting go is necessary in order for a relationship to grow and become stronger.
If it comes back it's yours, and that's how you know.
By letting go, they came to the realization that they truly belong together.
It's for keeps, yeah, it's for sure."
They both have a deep commitment to each other and their relationship.
And you're ready and willing to give me more than
Christina's partner is willing to go above and beyond to support her.
Somebody sensitive and tough;
She describes her partner as someone who is both caring and strong.
Somebody there when the going gets rough;
Her partner is a constant source of support and comfort when things are challenging.
Every night, he'll be giving his love
Her partner is always there for her, showing his love consistently.
To just one girl, one girl, one.
Her partner is devoted to only her, and she feels special because of it.
Somebody cool but real tender too,
Her partner has a great balance of being both chill and affectionate.
Somebody, baby, just like you
She is grateful to have found a partner who is so perfect for her.
Can keep me hangin' around with the one who always knew.
She feels lucky that her partner always had faith in their relationship and knew that they belonged together.
I'm thankin' you for being there for me.
Christina is grateful to her partner for their support and love throughout their relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Shelly Peiken, Guy Roche
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@colinmcmahon5829
Talk to the IOC, or the IOU .
Duke it out and leave it, under those spots .
Can you ground this building please, it’s almost crying and I really like it. I just don’t need that anymore. I’m not. dodge’em car, with a remote reverse. Ok?
Next ...
You give a lot for your two Dans per hour.
@islandnative8084
Who listening 2024?
@BaladasDelRecuerdo2023
Even though this was "bubblegum pop" in 1999/2000, it's still better than most stuff on radio today. Christina's voice in this song was amazing
@missam3404
We loved this song 😂
@BaladasDelRecuerdo2023
@@missam3404 Por favor, apoyen a mis músicos, como el amor que les he dado, les deseo siempre felicidad.
@mrmagnetic8993
Anything better than that
@BaladasDelRecuerdo2023
@@mrmagnetic8993 Por favor, apoyen a mis músicos, como el amor que les he dado, les deseo siempre felicidad.
@richardzippler3330
What a girl wants is money
@MarloSoBalJr
Thanks a lot, AT&T and SGA! Now I can't get this song outta my head 🤬
@angelrosson9769
Christina Aguilera does not get her flowers. That girl, to this day, blows everyone out the water.
@danielle1216
including kissing madonna