Under the Thumb

Amy Studt

About Under the Thumb

"Under the Thumb" is the third single from Amy Studt's debut album False Smiles. Released on September 29, 2003, the single reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and number 36 in Ireland.


Year:
2004
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(Ah, ah, ah, ah)

You twisted a nerve, you
Put your hand on your heart and
You said, "Hey don't worry
You're fit woman, that's all that counts"
And yes

I ignored all the usual signs
Not really knowing quite why
I let you decide, yeah eh
Ain't it funny how
I'm finding out now
It makes me laugh
How I let you have your way and your say
I've got it now
So i'm asking you babe

Did I ever even cross your mind
Cause it's not a game of who is under 
The thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
But I didn't see,
I, didn't even realize boy that we 
Were playing
Games of under the thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
What a waste of me

A pro at the sweet talk
Back into your bedroom again like
A fool I went blindly
As soon as I got the invite, yes
I ignored all the the usual signs
Swallowed it down with my pride
Let you decide, yeah eh

Ain't it funny how
I'm finding out now
It makes me laugh how

I let you have your say and your way
I've got it now so I'm asking you baby
(Wooh, wooh, wooh, wooh)

Did I ever even cross your mind
Cause it's not a game of who is under 
The thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
But I didn't see,
I, didn't even realize boy that we 
Were playing
Games of under the thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
What a waste of me

Oh I thought you were for real
So I kept giving more
Oh now I want you one your knees
Begging on the floor

Did I ever even cross your mind
Cause it's not a game of who is under 
The thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
But I didn't see,
I, didn't even realize boy that we 
Were playing
Games of under the thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
What a waste of me

Did I ever even cross your mind
Cause it's not a game of who is under 
The thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
But I didn't see,
I, didn't even realize boy that we 
Were playing
Games of under the thumb
I think you took me for a ride, ride, ride
What a waste of me

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Amy Studt

Amy Jane Studt (born 22 March 1986) is an English singer, songwriter and musician. Growing up in a musical family she recorded her first demo by age 14, which eventually got her signed to Polydor. Studt released her first single "Just a Little Girl" in July 2002, to international success. It was followed almost a year later by "Misfit", which came to be her highest charting single. The same month her debut album False Smiles appeared. Late 2003 and early 2004 two more singles were released, "Under the Thumb" and "All I Wanna Do" respectively, but only to diminishing sales. That caused Polydor to drop Studt in February 2004. more »

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Written by: AMY JANE STUDT, DAVID ERIKSEN, KAREN ANN POOLE

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Under the Thumb" by Amy Studt is classified as a pop rock song.
Release Information
The track was released as a single in 2003, following the release of her debut album "False Smiles".
Chart Performance
"Under the Thumb" peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Studt's highest charting single.
Video Concept
In the music video for "Under the Thumb", Amy Studt can be seen performing in a futuristic setting.
Song Meaning
The lyrics of "Under the Thumb" are believed to be about a dysfunctional relationship where one person has complete control over the other.
Collaborations
The song was written by Amy Studt, Gary Clark, and Karen Poole.
Re-release
"Under the Thumb" was re-released in 2008 on Studt's second album "My Paper Made Men" in a newly recorded version.
Critical Reception
The song was positively received by many critics, praising Studt's vocals and the infectious melody of the track.
Live Performances
Amy has performed "Under the Thumb" at many notable venues, including the UK's historic venue- Carling Academy in London.
Song Versatility
"Under the Thumb" demonstrated Studt's ability to move between genres, meshing electronic beats with rock guitars.
Personal Impact
Amy Studt has expressed that "Under the Thumb" holds a special place for her, being her biggest hit and a fan favourite.

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