Hudgens' debut album V was released on September 26, 2006. The album entered the Billboard 200 at number twenty four, and was later certified Gold. Hudgens released her second album, Identified, on July 1, 2008 in the U.S.
In 2003, Hudgens played a minor role in the independent drama film Thirteen, where she plays Noel, a friend of Tracy (Evan Rachel Wood's character). The film received general favorable reviews, critically successful, and surpassed its $4 million budget. She landed a role, eventually, in the 2004 science fiction-adventure film Thunderbirds as Tintin. Unfortunately, the film was commercially and critically unsuccessful, and received heavy criticism through the Internet prior to its release. In late 2005, she landed the role of shy and meek Gabriella Montez in High School Musical, opposite to Zac Efron.
Before she played her breakout role as Gabriella Montez in High School Musical, Hudgens has already appeared in television shows such as Quintuplets, Still Standing, The Brothers García, Drake & Josh and The Suite Life of Zack & Cody. Her performance in High School Musical received numerous nominations and awards. With the success of the film, the BBC noted that Hudgens will be a "household name" in the US.
Hudgens received a recording contract with Hollywood Records. On September 2006, the release of her debut album entitled V, charted on the Billboard 200 at number twenty-four on the chart and was certified Gold on February 27, 2007. Her first single, "Come Back to Me" became her highest-charting single and her second single was "Say OK". Billboard readers chose "V" as the seventh best album of the year. Hudgens was named Female Breakout Singer of the year at the 2007 Teen Choice Awards.
Hudgens also participated in the nationwide High School Musical: The Concert tour in fall 2006, performing the songs from the soundtrack album as well as the three songs from her debut album. She sang the duet "Still There For Me" with Corbin Bleu for his debut album. In 2007, Hudgens reprised her role as Gabriella Montez in the sequel of High School Musical, High School Musical 2. Virginia Heffernan of TV Review described Hudgens in her performance in the movie as "matte" as she "glows like a proper ingénue". In December 2007, she sang to George Bush, who was then the president of the U.S., and his family, at The National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. with other singers at a Christmas event.
Hudgens reprised her role as Gabriella Montez in High School Musical 3: Senior Year. Her performance in the film made her win favorite movie actress in the 2009 Kids Choice Awards. Her sophomore album, Identified, which received generally favorable reviews, was released on July 1, 2008, debuting at #23 on the Billboard 200. The album's lead single was "Sneakernight". Hudgens's Identified Summer Tour began on August 1, 2008 and ended in early September 9 of the same year.
Hudgens performed a musical number with other artists during the 81st Academy Awards. On April 8, 2009, Hudgens's participation in a comedic short video entitled "Zac Efron's Pool Party" for the website Funny Or Die was released for public viewing. Hudgens later provided voice roles in Robot Chicken.
Hudgens played a supporting role in a musical comedy Bandslam, which was released theatrically on August 14, 2009. Hudgens plays "Sa5m", a 15-year-old awkward freshman with untapped talents. Although Bandslam was commercially unsuccessful, Hudgens' performance received praise from critics. David Waddington of the North Wales Pioneer noted that Hudgens "outshines the rest of the cast, failing to fit in with the outcast narrative and making the inevitable climactic ending all the more expected," and Philip French of The Guardian compared her acting to Thandie Newton and Dorothy Parker.
In 2009, it was announced that Hudgens will play Linda Taylor in Beastly, a film based on the book by Alex Flinn, opposite to Alex Pettyfer. She plays the "beauty" in the story. Hudgens was cast as Blondie in an action film Sucker Punch, which will release in March 2011.
And she also played in Journey 2 the Mysterious Island in 2012.
promise
Vanessa Hudgens Lyrics
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I been holding it in now I'm letting it flow
What you think about this?
I'm gonna do my own thing yeah I'm flying solo so
Don't tell me how its gonna be
On my own
And the thing of it is
There's nothing round here that I'm gonna miss
I just wanna fly
There comes a time when I gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
There's a voice in my head
Telling me come on, come on, move on
There's a voice in my head
Telling me I know my right from wrong
They say what doesn't kill you can
Make you strong
Now I know what it means
You can try to bend but you ain't breakin my dreams
I'll be making mistakes
Comin up at a loss
I'll be tumbling down
But Like MC shake it off
I'll stay cool cause I know who's boss
Of me, myself, and I
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
I'll keep movin even when the beat is gone (I will)
I'll keep doin what I got to do to carry on (I will)
So don't hold me down cause I'm gonna fly
And the time has come and gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
The song "Promise" by Vanessa Hudgens is all about finding independence and breaking free from the constraints of a restrictive relationship or situation. The singer's message is loud and clear – she wants to do her own thing and live life on her own terms. The opening lyrics suggest that the singer has been keeping her feelings bottled up, but now she is ready to express herself openly and honestly.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of self-belief and self-reliance. The singer promises herself that she will be nobody's victim and that she will learn from her mistakes, even when things are tough. Despite the challenges she may face, the singer is determined to keep moving forward and pursuing her dreams.
The song's empowering message is supported by its upbeat and catchy melody. The driving beat and soaring vocals suggest that, no matter how tough things may get, the singer will always find the strength to rise above it all.
Line by Line Meaning
What you think about this?
Asking for opinions regarding a decision made
I been holding it in now I'm letting it flow
Expressing emotions that have been suppressed
I'm gonna do my own thing yeah I'm flying solo so
Making independent decisions and taking control of one's life
Don't tell me how its gonna be
Rejecting outside influence on one's choices
On my own
Making decisions independently without other's help
And the thing of it is
Stating a fact or truth about the situation
There's nothing round here that I'm gonna miss
Leaving behind a life that holds no value or significance
Cause you're holding me down
Feeling trapped or oppressed by someone or something
I just wanna fly
Desiring freedom and the ability to pursue dreams
There comes a time when I gotta say goodbye
Acknowledging the need for change and moving on
To the life that you see me in
Leaving behind the version of oneself that others perceive
Here's where I begin
Starting a new chapter in life with a fresh perspective
And I promise myself
Making a vow to oneself to achieve certain goals or ideals
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
Desiring independence and autonomy in decision making
Even though it don't always come easy
Acknowledging the challenges and difficulties in achieving goals
Gonna learn from my pain
Using past experiences as lessons for growth and self-improvement
Never explain
Refusing to justify one's choices to others
Do it my way, that's what I say
Insisting on making decisions according to one's own values and beliefs
I'm the only one who will believe me
Having faith in oneself and not relying on the validation of others
There's a voice in my head
Having internalized thoughts or instincts
Telling me come on, come on, move on
Encouraging to let go of the past and embrace the future
Telling me I know my right from wrong
Trusting one's own judgment and moral compass
They say what doesn't kill you can
Suggesting that difficult experiences can lead to growth and strength
Make you strong
Encouraging resilience and perseverance in tough times
Now I know what it means
Having gained insight or understanding through past experiences
You can try to bend but you ain't breakin my dreams
Remaining committed to one's goals despite obstacles or challenges
I'll be making mistakes
Acknowledging that learning happens through trial and error
Comin up at a loss
Failing or facing setbacks on the path towards one's goals
I'll be tumbling down
Falling short of achieving success but not giving up
But Like MC shake it off
Resiliently bouncing back and moving on from struggles
I'll stay cool cause I know who's boss
Maintaining confidence and staying in control of one's life
Of me, myself, and I
Taking full responsibility for one's actions and decisions
I'll keep movin even when the beat is gone
Persisting in pursuing goals or dreams even in difficult circumstances
I'll keep doin what I got to do to carry on
Resiliently overcoming obstacles and staying committed to goals
So don't hold me down cause I'm gonna fly
Breaking free from oppressive forces and pursuing freedom and success
And the time has come and gotta say goodbye
Making a difficult but necessary change in life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SHELLY PEIKEN, IVY RAY, GREGG SUTTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
lara
What you think about this?
I been holding it in now I'm letting it flow
What you think about this?
I'm gonna do my own thing yeah I'm flying solo so
Don't tell me how its gonna be
On my own
And the thing of it is
There's nothing round here that I'm gonna miss
Cause you're holding me down
I just wanna fly
There comes a time when I gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
[Chorus]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
There's a voice in my head
Telling me come on, come on, move on
There's a voice in my head
Telling me I know my right from wrong
They say what doesn't kill you can
Make you strong
Now I know what it means
You can try to bend but you ain't breakin my dreams
I'll be making mistakes
Comin up at a loss
I'll be tumbling down
But Like MC shake it off
I'll stay cool cause I know who's boss
Of me, myself, and I
[Chorus]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
I'll keep movin even when the beat is gone (I will)
I'll keep doin what i got to do to carry on (I will)
So don't hold me down cause i'm gonna fly
and the time has come and gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
[Chorus X2]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
Ashley Kutcher
24 and still loving the song and know all the words since 2006
Char PM
my first very loved album, i was 11. i'm glad i grew up with this. i'm 19 now and i feel so nostalgic listening to it
Nadia Beauty Store
RChar PzM that's exactly the way I feel
Victoria Nice
Mee too it's weird lol
Shavontae Scott
I love Vanessa Hudgens
syth406
This album is really top notch all these years later. So many key changes. Some of the best pop I've ever heard.
Beat By Derris
Aww I used to love this album in 2006. I was 12 then & now I'm 21 lol memories.
Jero Mizu
Now u 23
Shauna- Kay Battick
This song got me through those terrible teenage years! ❤️
lara
What you think about this?
I been holding it in now I'm letting it flow
What you think about this?
I'm gonna do my own thing yeah I'm flying solo so
Don't tell me how its gonna be
On my own
And the thing of it is
There's nothing round here that I'm gonna miss
Cause you're holding me down
I just wanna fly
There comes a time when I gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
[Chorus]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
There's a voice in my head
Telling me come on, come on, move on
There's a voice in my head
Telling me I know my right from wrong
They say what doesn't kill you can
Make you strong
Now I know what it means
You can try to bend but you ain't breakin my dreams
I'll be making mistakes
Comin up at a loss
I'll be tumbling down
But Like MC shake it off
I'll stay cool cause I know who's boss
Of me, myself, and I
[Chorus]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me
I'll keep movin even when the beat is gone (I will)
I'll keep doin what i got to do to carry on (I will)
So don't hold me down cause i'm gonna fly
and the time has come and gotta say goodbye
To the life that you see me in
Here's where I begin
[Chorus X2]
And I promise myself
I ain't nobody's, I just wanna be free
And I promise myself
Even though it don't always come easy
Gonna learn from my pain
Never explain
Do it my way, that's what I say
Promise myself
I'm the only one who will believe me