Help Yourself

Amy Winehouse

About Help Yourself

"Help Yourself" is a song by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse from her debut studio album Frank (2003). Released as the album's fourth and final single on 23 August 2004 as a double A-side with "Fuck Me Pumps" (Pumps), it reached number 65 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was not included on the U. S. release of Frank. A radio edit was released for promotional purposes. The song samples "You Won't Be Satisfied (Until You Break My Heart)" as recorded by Doris Day in 1945.  


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When I walk in your shoes
I understand a man confused
There must have been but I don't care
I feel the way your soul does there

Darling they empathize
Looking through your bloodshot eyes
And I know you you're so frustrated
Above we all become what we once hated
Be slight nobody can be that wise

I can't help you if you won't help yourself
No I can't help you if you don't help yourself
You can only get so much from someone yeah
You can get so much from me
I can't help you if you won't help yourself

You've got the degree in philosophy
So you think you're cleverer than me
('Cause you so smart)
But I'm not just some drama queen

(Drama queen)
'Cause it's where you're at not where you've been
So what do you expect from me
(What do you want)

To hold your head above the sea
(Keep you high and dry)
And carry you even though you're bigger
'Cause don't you know you crush my tiny figure

And anyway we're still so young
(Yeah I'm so young)
And this isn't yet the day

I can't help you if you won't help yourself
No I can't help you if you don't help yourself
(You won't help yourself)
You can only get so much from someone yeah
I can't help you if you won't help yourself

You might be twenty-five but in my mind
I see you at sixteen years oh most of the time
And I'm, I'm just a child and you're full grown
And no I'm nothing like I've ever known yeah
You are like nothing that I ever knew

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Amy Winehouse

Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter known for her deep contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres including R&B, soul and jazz. Winehouse's 2003 debut album, Frank, was critically successful in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. Her 2006 follow-up album, Back to Black, led to six Grammy Award nominations and five wins, tying the then record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night, and made Winehouse the first British female to win five Grammys, including three of the "Big Four": Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year. more »

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Written by: JIMMY HOGARTH, FREDERICK JAMES, LARRY STOCK, AMY WINEHOUSE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Help Yourself" is a song by the British singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse from her debut album "Frank," which was released in the UK on 20th October 2003.
Lyrics Insights
The lyrics of the song are said to be a reflection of Amy’s frustration towards her on-off boyfriend and muse, Blake Fielder-Civil's addiction problems.
Album Success
The album "Frank" was critically acclaimed and was shortlisted for the 2004 Mercury Music Prize, becoming an instant hit.
Musical Style
Musically, "Help Yourself" is influenced by jazz, soul, and –like much of the rest of the album– stylistically alludes to the 'Brill Building' pop of the 60s.
Collaborations
The song was co-written with Jimmy Hogarth, the famed producer and song-writer known for his work with several successful artists such as James Bay, Paolo Nutini, and Sia.
Less Played Track
Despite the success of the album, "Help Yourself" is one of the less performed tracks by Amy Winehouse, not being included in the setlist of her post-Frank tours.
Personal Nature
"Help Yourself" is a deeply personal stop for Winehouse on the album and showcases her propensity to confront the challenges in her life through her music.
Recognition
"Frank" was nominated for the Brit Awards in the category of "British Female Solo Artist" and "British Urban Act" contributing to Amy's early reputation.
Multi-platinum Status
The album "Frank," which features the song "Help Yourself," was certified triple platinum by the British Phonographic Industry, indicating a palpable response from listeners.
Unique Voice
As with the majority of Winehouse's catalog, "Help Yourself" is noted for her unique and strong vocals that weave jazz influences into contemporary song formats.

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