Survivor
Destiny's Child
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Now that you're out of my life, I'm so much better You thought that I'd be weak without you, but I'm stronger You thought that I'd be broke without you, but I'm richer You thought that I'd be sad without you, I laugh harder Thought I wouldn't grow without you, now I'm wiser Thought that I'd be helpless without you, but I'm smarter You thought that I'd be stressed without you, but I'm chillin' You thought I wouldn't sell without you, sold nine million I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) Thought I couldn't breathe without you, I'm inhaling You thought I couldn't see without you, perfect vision You thought I couldn't last without you, but I'm lastin' You thought that I would die without you, but I'm livin' Thought that I would fail without you, but I'm on top Thought it would be over by now, but it won't stop Thought that I would self destruct, but I'm still here Even in my years to come, I'm still gon' be here I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) Wishing you the best Pray that you are blessed Bring much success, no stress, and lots of happiness (I'm better than that) I'm not gon' blast you on the radio (I'm better than that) I'm not gon' lie on you and your family (I'm better than that) I'm not gon' hate on you in the magazines (I'm better than that) I'm not gon' compromise my Christianity (I'm better than that) You know I'm not gon' diss you on the internet 'Cause my mama taught me better than that I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) Oh (oh) After of all of the darkness and sadness Soon comes happiness If I surround my self with positive things I'll gain prosperity I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm not gon' give up (what?) I'm not gon' stop (what?) I'm gon' work harder (what?) I'm a survivor (what?) I'm gonna make it (what?) I will survive (what?) Keep on survivin'(what?)
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Written by: Anthony Dent, Beyonce Knowles, Mathew Knowles
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Album Release"Survivor" is a track from Destiny's Child’s third studio album, also titled "Survivor," which was released in 2001.
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Song's InspirationBeyoncé was inspired to write "Survivor" based on the backlash group received after firing two members. It was seen as a strong statement of their resiliency.
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Chart Performance"Survivor" was a worldwide commercial success. It reached the top spot on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
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Grammy RecognitionThe track was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals – which it won, and Best R&B Song in 2002.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by the group's lead vocalist Beyoncé Knowles, Anthony Dent, and Mathew Knowles.
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ControversyThe group was sued by their former members who thought that the lyrics were aimed at them, though the suit was later dismissed.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been widely used in popular culture, appearing in several movies, TV shows, and commercials.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Survivor" was filmed in January 2001 on an exotic beach location. It features all three group members stranded on a desert island, emphasizing the independence and strength mentioned in the lyrics.
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Platinum CertificationThe single was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2001.
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Song's MessageThe empowering anthem is often cherished as a song of resilience and independence, encouraging listeners to rise above adversity and challenge.
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Cover Versions"Survivor" has been covered by many other artists over the years and has been included on various singing competition TV shows.
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Live performances"Survivor" became a staple in Destiny's Child's live shows due to its commercial success and continued significance in pop culture.
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Choreographed DanceA staple of its live performances and music video is the accompanying choreographed dance, which became iconic in its own right.
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Global SuccessThe song was a big success in many countries, becoming a top 10 hit in Australia, Belgium, Canada, and several other countries beyond the US and UK.
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