I Am Woman
Helen Reddy
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I am woman, hear me roar In numbers too big to ignore And I know too much to go back an' pretend 'Cause I've heard it all before And I've been down there on the floor No one's ever gonna keep me down again [Chorus:] Oh yes I am wise But it's wisdom born of pain Yes, I've paid the price But look how much I gained If I have to, I can do anything I am strong (strong) I am invincible (invincible) I am woman You can bend but never break me 'Cause it only serves to make me More determined to achieve my final goal And I come back even stronger Not a novice any longer 'Cause you've deepened the conviction in my soul [Chorus] I am woman watch me grow See me standing toe to toe As I spread my lovin' arms across the land But I'm still an embryo With a long long way to go Until I make my brother understand Oh yes I am wise But it's wisdom born of pain Yes, I've paid the price But look how much I gained If I have to I can face anything I am strong (strong) I am invincible (invincible) I am woman Oh, I am woman I am invincible I am strong I am woman I am invincible I am strong I am woman
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Written by: Helen Reddy, Ray Burton
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Production & Release DetailsHelen Reddy's song "I Am Woman" was released in May 1972 by Capitol Records. The song was produced by Tom Catalano.
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General BackgroundHelen Reddy wrote "I Am Woman" with Ray Burton. The song emerged as a popular feminist anthem during the 1970s, embodying the women's liberation movement.
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Inspirational OriginReddy was inspired to write the song due to a lack of songs celebrating women's empowerment. She wrote the lyrics in a single night from a place of personal frustration.
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AchievementsThe song reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in December 1972. It was Reddy’s first number one hit and she became the first Australian singer to top the U.S. charts.
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Recognition"I Am Woman" earned Helen Reddy a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1973. During her acceptance speech, Reddy thanked God "because She makes everything possible".
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Pop Culture ImpactThe song's feminist theme and catchy tune have led to its use in pop culture. It's been featured in films and TV shows like "Sex and the City" and "The Simpsons".
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LegacyThe Library of Congress added "I Am Woman" to the National Recording Registry in 2021. This registry honors "culturally, historically, or aesthetically important" sound recordings.
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Helen Reddy BiopicHelen Reddy's life and the significance of "I Am Woman" were depicted in a 2020 biographical film called "I Am Woman" where actress Tilda Cobham-Hervey played Reddy.
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PhilanthropyIn 1975, Helen Reddy donated her gold record for "I Am Woman" to the National Organization for Women, expressing her solidarity with the women's liberation movement.
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AdaptabilityOver the years, "I Am Woman" has been covered by numerous artists and adapted for various causes, illustrating its enduring influence and universal appeal.
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