The music video of "Miss Independent" was shot with director Chris Robinson on Monday, August 11, 2008 in Santa Monica, California. It featured cameos from Keri Hilson, Gabrielle Union, Lauren London and Trey Songz.
On Sunday, February 8, 2009 at the 51st Grammy Awards, Ne-Yo won two awards for "Miss Independent", Best Male R&B Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song.
There is an official remix entitled "She Got Her Own" (subtitled "Miss Independent Part 2") by Ne-Yo and features Fabolous and Jamie Foxx. It is available as a bonus track in Japan and the pre-order of Year of the Gentleman in the UK iTunes Store. The song was also featured on Jamie Foxx's album, Intuition. It is confirmed to be the second single off Jamie Foxx's third album Intuition.
A music video has been shot for "She Got Her Own" and was released on September 22, 2008. It features cameo appearances by Estelle, Eve, Keyshia Cole, Jill Marie Jones, Reagan Gomez-Preston and Teyana Taylor.
"Miss Independent" debuted at #98 on the Billboard Hot 100. The next week it made a big jump to #32. The following week it climbed to #27. It hit the top ten in its eighth week, climbing to #8, thus giving Ne-Yo his second consecutive top ten hit from the album. It has since climbed a spot to #7 on the Hot 100.
On the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, the song has been much more successful than the first single from the album, "Closer", reaching #1, giving Ne-Yo his first chart-topper as a performer (on that chart).
On August 31, 2008, the song entered the UK Singles Chart at #39 on downloads alone and peaked at #6. The Australian Aria Singles Chart, saw Miss independent debut at number 56 on August 9, 2008 - September 9, 2008.
Miss Independent
Ne-Yo Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah, yeah yeah yeah
Ooh it's something about
Just something about the way she move
I can't figure it out
It's something about her
Say, ooh it's something about
Kinda woman that want you but don't need you
Hey, I can't figure it out
It's something about her
'Cause she walk like a boss
Talk like a boss
Manicure nails just sent the pedicure off
She's fly effortlessly
And she move like a boss
Do what a boss
Do, she got me thinking about getting involved
That's the kinda girl I need, ooh
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss Independent
Won't you come and spend a little time
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss Independent
Ooh, the way she shine
Miss Independent
Yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah, yeah yeah yeah, oh
Ooh there's something about
Kinda woman that can do for herself
I look at her and it makes me proud
There's something about her
Something ooh so sexy about
Kinda woman that don't even need my help
She said, she got it, she got it no doubt
There's something about her
'Cause she work like a boss
Play like a boss
Car and the crib she 'bout to pay 'em both off
And her bills are payed on time, yeah
She made for a boss
Only a boss
Anything less she telling them to get lost
That's the girl that's on my mind
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss Independent
Won't you come and spend a little time
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss Independent
Ooh, the way we shine
Miss Independent, yeah, mm
Her favorite thing to say, don't worry I got it, mm
And everything she got best believe she bought it, mm
She goin' steal my heart ain't no doubt about it, girl
You're everything I need
Said you're everything I need
Yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah yeah, yeah
She got her own thing
That's why I love her (that's why I love her)
Miss Independent (independent)
Won't you come and spend a little time
She got her own thing (she got, she got)
That's why I love her (that's why I love that girl)
Miss Independent (oh)
Ooh, the way you shine
Miss Independent
Miss Independent
That's why I love her
Ne-Yo's hit song "Miss Independent" is a celebration of successful and independent women. The song opens with the singer's admiration for the way the woman in question moves, though he cannot quite articulate what it is that sets her apart. The first verse describes how the woman has a sense of authority and self-sufficiency, walking and talking like a boss, and taking care of her appearance. In the chorus, Ne-Yo praises Miss Independent's ability to make decisions for herself and the fact that she does not rely on anyone else to get by. He loves her because she has her own thing going on and doesn't need him to validate her existence.
The second verse builds on this idea as Ne-Yo sings about how Miss Independent has accomplished so much on her own, without needing anyone else's help. She pays off her car and home loans herself and always pays her bills on time. Ne-Yo admires her confidence and strength, and he finds himself drawn to her because she is the kind of woman who knows exactly what she wants and how to get it. The bridge emphasizes that Miss Independent is everything the singer needs in a partner, and he knows that she can steal his heart if given the chance.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh it's something about
Just something about the way she move
I can't figure it out
It's something about her
There's just something special about her, something that I can't quite put my finger on. It could be the way she moves, but either way, she's got my attention.
Say, ooh it's something about
Kinda woman that want you but don't need you
Hey, I can't figure it out
It's something about her
There's just something about a woman who wants you, but doesn't need you. She's strong and independent, and it's intriguing. I can't quite put my finger on why, but there's definitely something special there.
'Cause she walk like a boss
Talk like a boss
Manicure nails just sent the pedicure off
She's fly effortlessly
She carries herself like a boss, with confidence and grace. She's the kind of woman who knows how to take care of herself and she does it effortlessly. Even her nails are always perfectly manicured, and it's all a part of her charm.
And she move like a boss
Do what a boss
Do, she got me thinking about getting involved
That's the kinda girl I need, ooh
She moves with purpose and determination, just like a boss would. It's so captivating that it's got me thinking about getting involved with her. She's exactly the kind of girl that I need in my life.
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss independent
Won't you come and spend a little time
The reason I love her so much is because she's got her own thing going on. She's independent, and that's exactly what makes her so amazing. I just want to spend some time with her to get to know her better.
She got her own thing
That's why I love her
Miss independent
Ooh, the way she shine
Miss independent
Once again, the reason I love her so much is because she's got her own thing going. She's independent and shines in her own unique way. She's a true Miss Independent, and that's why she's got my heart.
Ooh there's something about
Kinda woman that can do for herself
I look at her and it makes me proud
There's something about her
It's so amazing to see a woman who can take care of herself, and that's exactly why I'm drawn to her. When I look at her and see how independent she is, it makes me feel proud of her and more attracted to her.
Something ooh so sexy about
Kinda woman that don't even need my help
She said, she got it, she got it no doubt
There's something about her
There's nothing sexier than a woman who can take care of herself without needing anyone's help. She's confident and capable, and it's alluring. The fact that she's so self-assured and has no doubt in her abilities is part of what makes her so special.
'Cause she work like a boss
Play like a boss
Car and the crib she 'bout to pay 'em both off
And her bills are payed on time, yeah
She works hard and plays hard, just like a boss would. She's responsible and capable, and it shows in the fact that she's about to pay off her car and house. Even her bills are always paid on time, which just proves how much of a boss she really is.
She made for a boss
Only a boss
Anything less she telling them to get lost
That's the girl that's on my mind
She's perfectly suited to be a boss, and she won't settle for anything less. If someone doesn't measure up, she'll tell them to get lost. That's exactly the kind of girl that I can't stop thinking about.
Her favorite thing to say, don't worry I got it, mm
And everything she got best believe she bought it, mm
She goin' steal my heart ain't no doubt about it, girl
You're everything I need
Said you're everything I need
Her favorite thing to say is, 'don't worry, I got it,' and it's true - she's got everything under control. She's worked hard for everything that she has and has no problem showing it off. It's no wonder she's already stolen my heart and everything I need can be found in her.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, Shaffer Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Biggames44
2015: listening to it with my girlfriend
2017: listening to it with my fiance
2018: listening it with my wife
2024: going to listen to it with my baby
@CarenGitonga
major wins
@clarencefrederique8303
All same woman??
@Pleasegotouchgrass
You win life
@KiloCreations
2059: Listening to it with my grandchildren
@elijahmarkland123
@@clarencefrederique8303one would assume it's the same woman over that course of time
@bmanbaptisteyahoocom
So everyone goin act like Trey Songz wasn't in this music video...
@bmanbaptisteyahoocom
1:02 - 1:05
@krochetwithkrissy
Lol no but that look on his face was funny 😂
@ms.b4471
+Brandon Baptiste or Keri Hilson. Like we're just going to ignore that?