Valance's first single as a recording artist was a cover of Turkish singer Tarkan's "Kiss Kiss" (composed by Turkish "Diva" Sezen Aksu), released in 2002. The song debuted at No. 1 in both the Australian Recording Industry Association and UK Singles Charts charts in April/May 2002. The director's cut version of the music video was notable in that Valance appeared to be dancing naked. She revealed that she was topless but also wearing flesh-coloured underwear. The footage was then digitally retouched adding strategically placed lighting effects. The song was nominated for four ARIA Music Awards.
Valance's next single, "Down Boy" peaked at #2 in the UK and at #3 in Australia. Her dรฉbut album, Footprints, was released on 14 October 2002. It debuted and peaked at #9 in the UK and #15 in Australia. The album's third and final single "Naughty Girl" peaked at #3 in Australia and at No. 16 in the UK. In 2003, the first single "State of Mind" from Valance's second album of the same name debuted and peaked at #8 in the UK and at #14 in Australia, but the album did not get into the top 50 of either country.
In 2004, Valance returned to acting, this time in the United States, appearing in episodes of the television series CSI: Miami, Entourage. In 2005, she appeared in an episode of CSI: NY. She then guest-starred in Prison Break, in 2006, as Nika Volek - as Michael Scofield's "wife", a role which she continued to portray in the show's second season.
In 2006, Valance appeared in the National Lampoon comedy Pledge This!, alongside American socialite Paris Hilton. The same year, she was in DOA: Dead or Alive, an adaptation of the popular video game Dead or Alive, where she played Christie. In 2007, she appeared in the TV series Shark and Moonlight. In 2008, she had a role in the film Taken alongside Liam Neeson and Famke Janssen, and appeared in an episode of the The CW series Valentine. In 2009, Valance played Brenda Snow for the video game Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Uprising. She is also set to appear as Angela in the movie Red Herring and as Sally in the upcoming thriller titled Luster. Valance appeared with British electro-pop newcomer Frankmusik in the video for his single "Confusion Girl", which was released on 3 August 2009. Holly also was the face of 1800Reverse and appeared in many of the companies TV commercials.
Naughty Girl
Holly Valance Lyrics
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Can't face the day
Remind me just how hard it can be
To forget
I said things I didn't mean
You saw things you shouldn't have seen
Been a naughty girlReal bad so and so
Done too many things a girl shouldn't know
I swear I never knew
I could hurt you so
One too many things a girl shouldn't know
Can't take the sadness
From your eyes
Can't put the truth back in my lies
Oh whoa
Don't make me try and explain
Let's just start over again
Been a naughty girl
Real bad so and so
Done too many things a girl shouldn't know
I swear I never knew
I could hurt you so
One too many things a girl shouldn't know
The more you try to stay
The more I let you go
Done too many things a girl shouldn't know
I swear I never knew
I could hurt you so
One too many things a girl shouldn't know
Won't stop and try to turn the clock back
I won't beg, I'm no good at that
Too late to start and act like a saint
Can't be something that I ain't
Been a naughty girl
Real bad so and so
Done too many things a girl shouldn't know
I swear I never knew
I could hurt you so
One too many things a girl shouldn't know
The more you try to stay
The more I let you go
From one too many things a girl shouldn't know
I swear I never knew
I could hurt you so
One too many things a girl shouldn't know
Been a naughty girl
Been a naughty girl
In Holly Valance's song "Naughty Girl," the lyrics revolve around regret and the pain caused by mistakes made by the singer. The first verse sets the scene late at night after a day of personal turmoil. The singer acknowledges the difficulty of forgetting past mistakes and the consequences of their actions. The second verse highlights the pain caused to someone close to them, likely a romantic partner, indicating that they have hurt them and can't change things back to how they were before. The chorus repeats the idea of being a "naughty girl," implying that they have made many mistakes that a "good girl" wouldn't have.
The bridge of the song is somewhat of a plea for forgiveness, but the singer knows it's too late. They apologize for their actions, but it's clear that they have gone too far and that the damage is done. The final chorus ties the song up, emphasizing the idea of not being able to change the past; the singer is still a "naughty girl," regretful of their mistakes and the pain they have caused.
There are many ways to interpret the lyrics of "Naughty Girl." One could read them as representing the singer's feelings of shame and guilt after a relationship has ended, perhaps on their own accord. Alternatively, the song could be about someone who is struggling with addiction or self-destructive behavior. Whatever the specific interpretation, the lyrics convey a strong sense of remorse and the weight of the consequences of one's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
It's after twelve
It's too late to face the day.
Can't face the day
Can't deal with the problems I've created.
Remind me just how hard it can be
Help me to understand the consequences of my actions.
To forget
To try to forget the pain I've caused.
I said things I didn't mean
I spoke out of anger or frustration.
You saw things you shouldn't have seen
You witnessed my bad behavior.
Been a naughty girl
I've misbehaved.
Real bad so and so
I'm very regretful.
Done too many things a girl shouldn't know
I've acted in ways that go against societal norms.
I swear I never knew
I didn't realize the impact of my actions.
I could hurt you so
My behavior caused you pain.
Can't take the sadness
I can't bear to see you hurt.
From your eyes
Your sadness is evident in your eyes.
Can't put the truth back in my lies
I can't undo the harm caused by my dishonesty.
Don't make me try and explain
I can't find the right words to justify my actions.
Let's just start over again
Let's wipe the slate clean and begin anew.
The more you try to stay
The harder you try to make this work.
The more I let you go
The more I realize this isn't right for us.
Won't stop and try to turn the clock back
Can't go back in time to change things.
I won't beg, I'm no good at that
I won't plead for forgiveness, as it's not in my nature.
Too late to start and act like a saint
Can't pretend like I'm a good person now.
Can't be something that I ain't
Can't change my true character.
Been a naughty girl
I've continued to act badly.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: COZI COSTI, DEBORAH FRENCH, BRIO TALIAFERRO, GRANT BLACK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MrBluedude33
cant belive its about 22 yrs later. i completly forgot about holly V. i remember having a big crush on her back then even when she was on nighbours XD i was only 12 lol stunning as ever. her music is really amazing to listen to, brings me back to primary school when i went through a few rough times
@winnied87
This was such a cute pop hit back in the day. And the video is amazing. โค
@RuxandaChirila
ISWEAR.
@snapgacklepop
Reading these comments... It's definitely a feel you moment with them all. 90s & 2000s were the best.
@MrsEmily1235
Sad thar original video was deleted!! Such nostalgic times. Damn. Great song.
@RamKumar-jy7ww
Please bring back the good old days.
@petecorrie391
This song takes me right back to 2003 - 2004. An era I'd love to time travel back to, and relive.
@MauiPao
Same
@marinellafiorenzani4083
Me too, dear petecorrie391...
@emilyd871
This is so nostalgic! Havenโt heard it in ages.