Under the Thumb
Amy Studt
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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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Written by: AMY JANE STUDT, DAVID ERIKSEN, KAREN ANN POOLE
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Genre"Under the Thumb" by Amy Studt is classified as a pop rock song.
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Release InformationThe track was released as a single in 2003, following the release of her debut album "False Smiles".
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Chart Performance"Under the Thumb" peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Studt's highest charting single.
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Video ConceptIn the music video for "Under the Thumb", Amy Studt can be seen performing in a futuristic setting.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of "Under the Thumb" are believed to be about a dysfunctional relationship where one person has complete control over the other.
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CollaborationsThe song was written by Amy Studt, Gary Clark, and Karen Poole.
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Re-release"Under the Thumb" was re-released in 2008 on Studt's second album "My Paper Made Men" in a newly recorded version.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was positively received by many critics, praising Studt's vocals and the infectious melody of the track.
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Live PerformancesAmy has performed "Under the Thumb" at many notable venues, including the UK's historic venue- Carling Academy in London.
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Song Versatility"Under the Thumb" demonstrated Studt's ability to move between genres, meshing electronic beats with rock guitars.
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Personal ImpactAmy 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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