After The Judds disbanded in 1991, she then went to Texas Wynonna began a solo career, also on Curb. In her solo career, she has released eight studio albums, a live album, a holiday album and two compilation albums in addition to charting more than 20 singles of her own. Her first three singles—"She Is His Only Need", "I Saw the Light," and "No One Else on Earth"—all reached number one on the U.S. country singles charts consecutively, as did 1993's "Only Love" and 1996's, "To Be Loved by You." Three of her albums are certified platinum or higher by the RIAA. She released a new single, "Something You Can't Live Without," in March 2013. Her most recent recording, Wynonna & The Big Noise, was released on February 12, 2016 via Curb Records. Wynonna & the Big Noise are a country band lead by Wynonna and husband Cactus Mosher. Wynonna is most recognized for her musical work, although starting in the 2000s she has also pursued other interests, including writing, acting and philanthropy.
I'm a Woman
Wynonna Judd Lyrics
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And hang 'em on the line
You know I can starch and iron two dozen shirts
'Fore you can count from one to nine
Well, I can scoop up a great big dipper
Full of lard from a dripping's can
Throw it in the skillet, do my shopping
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(She's a woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Well, I can rub and scrub
Till this house shines just like a dime
I feed the baby, I grease the car
And powder my nose at the same time
I can get all dressed up
Go out and swing till 4 a.m.
Lay down at five, jump up at six
And start all over again
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(She's a woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, 'cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Well, now if you come to me sickly
You know I'm a gonna make you well
And If you come to me all hexed up
You know I'm gonna break the spell
And if you come to me hungry
You know I'll feed you full of my grits
And if it's lovin' you want
I can kiss you and give you the shivering fits
Oh, let me in, let me do it again
(Woman, she's a woman)
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, oh she's a woman)
Well, I got a twenty dollar gold piece
Says there ain't nothin' I can't do
So I can make a man out of you
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
And that's all, that's all, that's all
What more do you want?
What more do you need?
'Cause I'm a woman, satisfaction guaranteed
The song "I'm a Woman" by Wynonna Judd is an anthem for female empowerment, breaking stereotypes about women's capabilities and highlighting their versatility. The first stanza showcases the singer's domestic skills, boasting about how quickly she can wash and iron clothes. However, it is not a traditional depiction of a housewife; rather, she presents a woman who can multitask and manage multiple chores at once. The second stanza focuses on the singer's ability to handle several tasks simultaneously, from taking care of the baby to greasing the car, and without neglecting her grooming. The chorus reinforces the message that women are strong, independent, and capable, dismissing any male chauvinism designed to limit their potential.
In the third stanza, the singer affirms her supportive role further, presenting herself as a healer, spell-breaker, and cook, emphasizing the importance of emotional and physical support to managing a household. The last verse references the bet between the singer and someone else; she is confident that she'll win the bet because she's capable of anything, concluding with a reaffirmation that she is a woman who can deliver satisfaction.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I can wash out forty-four pair of socks
And hang 'em on the line
You know I can starch and iron two dozen shirts
'Fore you can count from one to nine
I'm capable of washing forty-four pairs of socks and hang them on the line. I can also starch and iron twenty-four shirts quickly.
Well, I can scoop up a great big dipper
Full of lard from a dripping's can
Throw it in the skillet, do my shopping
And be back before it melts in the pan
I'm skilled at cooking - I can scoop up a big amount of lard from its can, cook some food, go shopping, and be back before the lard in the skillet melts.
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(She's a woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
I'm a proud woman, and I declare it confidently. I'm a strong, capable, and independent female.
Well, I can rub and scrub
Till this house shines just like a dime
I feed the baby, I grease the car
And powder my nose at the same time
I can multitask very well - clean the house until it shines, feed the baby, and grease the car while applying powder to my face.
I can get all dressed up
Go out and swing till 4 a.m.
Lay down at five, jump up at six
And start all over again
I can party all night, get dressed up and go out until 4 AM. I can then sleep for just an hour, get up again at six, and start a new day's work.
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(She's a woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, 'cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Again, I'm proud to be a woman - I'm a powerful and capable female.
Well, now if you come to me sickly
You know I'm a gonna make you well
And If you come to me all hexed up
You know I'm gonna break the spell
If you're sick, I'll help you recover. If you're under a curse, I'll break it for you.
And if you come to me hungry
You know I'll feed you full of my grits
And if it's lovin' you want
I can kiss you and give you the shivering fits
If you're hungry, I'll feed you my grits, and if you want love, I can kiss you like no other and make you shiver with joy.
Oh, let me in, let me do it again
(Woman, she's a woman)
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, oh she's a woman)
Let me show you what I can do. Again, I'm a powerful and capable woman who can achieve anything.
Well, I got a twenty dollar gold piece
Says there ain't nothin' I can't do
So I can make a man out of you
I have a twenty-dollar gold piece that proves anything is possible for me - I can even make a man out of you!
'Cause I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Let me tell you again, I'm a woman, W O M A N
(Woman, she's a woman)
Just in case you forgot - I'm a proud, strong, and independent woman.
And that's all, that's all, that's all
What more do you want?
What more do you need?
'Cause I'm a woman, satisfaction guaranteed
That's it - I'm a woman who can do everything. What else do you want or need? I guarantee your satisfaction.
Writer(s): MIKE STOLLER, JERRY LEIBER
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