Single White Female
Chely Wright
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I know that every morning you go thumbing Through the personal want ads You grab the latest copy, a cup of coffee And settle in for a good laugh I've been trying to catch your eye but I'm so shy I'm hoping and praying that Today's edition is gonna catch your attention Cause there's a Single white female Looking for that special lover To put it in a nutshell A one women man who doesn't want no other Oh, you never can tell She just might be your dream come true A single white female Is looking for a man like you Yeah, I'm a little nervous I'm not sure if I shoulda put it in writing It might have been a little reckless, a little desperate But I think I did the right thing I couldn't go on living keep it hidden So I'm telling you everything It's my confession I hope you get the message There's a Single white female Looking for that special lover To put it in a nutshell A one women man who doesn't want no other Oh, you never can tell She just might be your dream come true A single white female Is looking for a man like you It's my confession I hope you get the message Single white female Looking for that special lover To put it in a nutshell A one women man who doesn't want no other Oh, you never can tell She just might be your dream come true A single white female Is looking for a man like you Looking for a man like you Looking for a man like you
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Written by: CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON, SHAYE SMITH
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Single White Female" is sung by American country music artist Chely Wright. Notably, Wright is one of the few openly gay artists in the country music scene.
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Album DetailsThe song is the title track from her fourth studio album, "Single White Female," which was released in May 1999.
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Chart Success"Single White Female" reached number one on the US Billboard Country charts in 1999, marking Wright's first and only chart-topping single in her career.
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SongwritersThe track was composed by Shaye Smith and Carolyn Dawn Johnson, both renowned songwriters in country music.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Single White Female" was directed by Deaton Flanigen, who has directed videos for other major country artists like Brooks & Dunn and Reba McEntire.
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Signature SongDespite having numerous albums and songs, "Single White Female" remains Wright's signature song due to its popularity and commercial success.
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CertificationThe "Single White Female" album was honored with a certified gold status by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales exceeding 500,000 copies.
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Autobiography MentionIn her 2010 autobiography, "Like Me," Wright details her life and experiences in the country music industry, including her time recording and performing "Single White Female."
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Notable PerformancesWright performed "Single White Female" at the Grand Ole Opry, one of the most iconic and historic venues for country music.
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Personal Life InfluenceWright later revealed in interviews that her personal experience of struggling with her sexuality greatly influenced her music, including the songs in the album "Single White Female".
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