Strip Me
Natasha Bedingfield Lyrics


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Everyday I fight for all my future somethings
A thousand little wars I have to choose between
I could spend a lifetime earning things I don't need
That's like chasing rainbows and coming home empty

And if you strip me, strip it all away
If you strip me, what would you find
If you strip me, strip it all away
I'll be alright

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that

I don't need a microphone, yeah
To say what I've been thinking
My heart is like a loudspeaker
That's always on eleven

And if you strip me, strip it all away
If you strip me, what would you find
If you strip me, strip it all away
I'm still the same

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that

'Cause when it all boils down at the end of the day
It's what you do and say that makes you who you are
Makes you think about, think about it doesn't it
Sometimes all it takes is one voice

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that

Take what you want steal my pride
Build me up or cut me down to size
Shut me out but I'll just scream
I'm only one voice in a million
But you ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)




You ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
You ain't taking that

Overall Meaning

The song "Strip Me" by Natasha Bedingfield is a song about self-empowerment and being true to oneself. The song's opening lines describe the singer's struggle to balance the many demands of life and the constant battles she faces in pursuit of her dreams. She acknowledges that she could "spend a lifetime earning things [she] don't need," but instead chooses to focus on what is truly important to her.


The chorus of the song, which repeats throughout, encourages listeners to remove all superficial layers of the singer's identity and discover what lies beneath. Despite any attempts to tear her down or strip away her pride and identity, the singer states that she will still be the same person beneath it all.


The final verse of the song emphasizes the importance of using one's voice to make a difference and stand up for what one believes in. The singer declares that even if she is only one voice in a million, no one can take her voice or her beliefs away from her.


In summary, "Strip Me" is a powerful anthem about remaining true to oneself in the face of adversity and empowering oneself to speak out against injustice.


Line by Line Meaning

Everyday I fight for all my future somethings
I battle daily for all the future goals and aspirations that I hope to achieve


A thousand little wars I have to choose between
There are numerous small conflicts that I must decide between on a regular basis


I could spend a lifetime earning things I don't need
I can easily waste my whole life acquiring things that are unnecessary


That's like chasing rainbows and coming home empty
Trying to achieve such things is similar to pursuing an unrealistic and unattainable goal


And if you strip me, strip it all away
If everything is taken away from me,


If you strip me, what would you find
What would be left behind?


If you strip me, strip it all away
If everything is taken away from me,


I'll be alright
I will still be okay


Take what you want steal my pride
You can take anything and try to take away my dignity


Build me up or cut me down to size
You can either help me or bring me down to my knees


Shut me out but I'll just scream
Even if you try to silence me, I will still speak up and make noise


I'm only one voice in a million
I might be just one person among many others


But you ain't taking that from me (oh, oh)
But you cannot take away my spirit or my inner voice


I don't need a microphone, yeah
I do not require a microphone to let my voice be heard


To say what I've been thinking
To express what I have been pondering on


My heart is like a loudspeaker
My emotions are so powerful they can be heard by all


That's always on eleven
It is always on maximum volume (an allusion to the volume knob on an amplifier going up to eleven)


'Cause when it all boils down at the end of the day
In the end,


It's what you do and say that makes you who you are
It is your actions and words that define your identity


Makes you think about, think about it doesn't it
It makes you reflect and consider, doesn't it?


Sometimes all it takes is one voice
Sometimes just one person speaking up can make a big difference


You ain't taking that
You cannot take that away




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Natasha Anne Bedingfield, Wayne Wilkins, Ryan B Tedder

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Comments from YouTube:

TheRarecats

I loved Natasha Bedingfield ALL my life (no kidding) The first CD I ever owned was her unwritten. Her songs these words and pocket full of sunshine are my theme songs :) this is her best song

MADDDDIE

This song gives me so much chills its like a song that makes you want to do something makes you get up and do what you need. It gives you that type of vibe its a inspirational song.

Shelton Solafleur

2022 and this song still hits hard 💪🏾

Collen Demerez

Yes! 2023 too!

TheRarecats

This song is the perfect example of the saying "Never judge a book by it's cover." Seeing the title of this song you would just think it is another song about sex that is so "popular" lately but, once you listen to it you find out that it is actually about being strong<33 I never though a song named "strip me" could be so beautiful

Venusian Subs

Greatest song ever!! seriously why arent they are more artist like her??. one that has lyrics that are from the heart and actually mean something besides getting drunk and partying and having sex. This to me is real music!!

Dramagirl131

She just seems so happy and energetic all the time. I think she's a great role model for everyone and always positive while not letting her guard down.

Rebekah

Natasha Bedingfield: all I listened to as a child, and who I will always come running back to as I grow up. Thanks Natasha for opening my eyes to what's important, and inspiring me to be unique, real, and passionate about what I believe in. And also giving me confidence. I love you. :)

Shebeepup

I love her! I think she deserves a lot more fans and views than she has. Her music always puts a smile on my face. :)

M. Rivaldi H

What an underated song! This was my jam back in 2010

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