Goodrem has to date achieved nine #1 ARIA singles and multiple UK Top 10 singles. Her debut album, 2003's Innocent Eyes, made her one of Australia's highest-selling female recording artists, spending 29 weeks at #1, and selling over a million copies in Australia and 2.5 million worldwide. While 2004's Mistaken Identity was unable to match the commercial success of its predecessor, it entered the ARIA charts at #1 and gained multi-platinum status. To date, Goodrem has sold 3.5 million albums worldwide. In 2005, she embarked on The Visualise Tour, her debut concert tour of Australia.
In 2003, at the age of 18 and amidst her blooming career, Goodrem was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, a form of cancer. She has since made a full recovery and now spends much of her time promoting cancer charities.
Goodrem was invited to write and sing the theme song of the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games. Named 'Together We Are One', the track was co-written with her ex, Brian McFadden and long-time collaborator Guy Chambers. 'Together We Are One' was not originally planned for release as a single, but due to Australian public demand, it was released and peaked at #2 on the official ARIA charts. She was later also invited to perform the theme for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, with "Welcome to Earth".
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This Is Not Me
Delta Goodrem Lyrics
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What happened?
Why didn't I listen to myself
I thought I'd know how to handle it
But I didn't
So confused
Do I stand alone
With each individual
This is not me
I used to be strong
Now I feel weak
This is not me
I never said it was
I didn't like it because I lost my way
This is not me
You know that it's true
And I'd be lying to you just to convince myself
This is not me
What happened?
Why didn't I speak up at the time
I thought I'd know what was going on
But I didn't
So confused where I stand
Do I stand alone
With each individual
This is not me
I used to be strong
Now I feel weak
This is not me
I never said that it was
I didn't like it because I had lost my way
This is not me
You know that it's true
And I'd be lying to you just to convince myself
This is not me
Who ooh yeah
Hey yeah
So confused where I stand
Do I stand alone
Someone tell me
Cause this is not me
If I said that it was, I didn't like it because I had lost my way
This is not me, you know that it's true
I'd be lying to you just to convince myself
This is not me
The lyrics of Delta Goodrem's song "This Is Not Me" are a reflection of the confusion and uncertainty that can arise when we don't listen to ourselves and stand up for what we believe in. The singer is questioning her own identity, wondering if she stands alone in her beliefs, and feeling weak and uncertain. She acknowledges that this is not who she used to be, that she has lost her way, and that she doesn't like how she feels.
The repetition of "This is not me" emphasizes the singer's internal struggle and her desire to reclaim her authentic self. She is grappling with the consequences of not speaking up and the realization that she has allowed other people's opinions and actions to influence her own sense of self. The song's climax, with the singer pleading "someone tell me, cause this is not me", highlights her desperation to find clarity and to reconnect with her true self.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder of the importance of being true to oneself and the potential consequences of ignoring our inner voice.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
Expressing a feeling of confusion and uncertainty.
What happened?
A rhetorical question to indicate that the situation has changed unexpectedly.
Why didn't I listen to myself
Regret over not trusting one's instincts or inner voice.
I thought I'd know how to handle it
Overconfidence in one's ability to manage a situation.
But I didn't
Admitting failure or inability to manage the situation.
So confused
Feeling uncertain and disoriented.
Where I stand
Uncertain of one's position or role in the situation.
Do I stand alone
Questioning if one is isolated or unsupported.
With each individual
Understanding that each person has their own perspective and agenda.
This is not me
The situation or behavior is not in alignment with one's true values or sense of self.
I used to be strong
Reflecting on a past state of confidence and resilience.
Now I feel weak
Acknowledging a sense of vulnerability or powerlessness.
I never said it was
Denying responsibility or ownership for the situation or behavior.
I didn't like it because I lost my way
Recognizing that the lack of clarity or direction contributed to the current state.
You know that it's true
Affirming the validity of the statement for the listener.
And I'd be lying to you just to convince myself
Admitting that any attempt to deny or justify the situation is ultimately self-deception.
Someone tell me
Seeking clarity or guidance from others.
If I said that it was, I didn't like it because I had lost my way
Reiterating that the situation or behavior is not in alignment with one's true values or sense of self.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALEX GIFFORD, DAVID BOTTRILL, DELTA GOODREM, RICHARD EVANS, SIMON EMMERSON, VINCE PIZZINGA
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Colin moulds
Absolutely stunning vocals, you are a very powerful magnet unable to stop listening to your vocals.
Chin Camposano
I love this song since the first released of "Innocent Eyes", and she made it a notch better with this acoustic version.
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She is beautiful, she plays piano,a lovely voice, she has everything.love her.
courtney ryder
Best YouTube suggestions I've ever had, obsessed with her songs now, love paralysed, innocent eyes, solid gold and many many many more
Colin moulds
Such a talented singer, headphones on, I’m hooked, lucky Australia.
Sharee024
So beautiful! Always loved this song <3 :)
Sharleen Cronje
In some places there's a bit of Celine Dion and in other places a bit of Alanis Morrissette. Never thought I'd say that but shyte! Love this rendition of the song and her vocal control just leaves me gaping like a fish on dry land!
Shalona_Sweden
What a Celine Dion touch she got in her voice...she's great! ♡
Alejandra Blanco
i always thought that i was the only person who though she sings like celine dion ..!!! ...
Shalona_Sweden
+alejandra blanco haha...No Alejandra...we're two! 😉