Piece of Me

Britney Spears

About Piece of Me

"Piece of Me" is a song recorded by American singer Britney Spears for her fifth studio album, Blackout (2007). It was released on November 27 by Jive Records as the second single from the album, but was actually the last song recorded. It was written and produced by Swedish producers Bloodshy & Avant and Klas Åhlund as a response to the media scrutiny and sensationalism of the singer's private life, which they had witnessed firsthand after working with her over the years. The song, acting as the singer's manifesto, has biographical lyrics retelling Spears's mishaps. It can be classified as an electro song that runs through a down-tempo dance beat. Spears's voice is heavily synthesized and her pitch constantly shifts; backing vocals are provided by Bloodshy & Avant and Robyn. Most music critics cite "Piece of Me" as one of the highlights of Blackout. Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song at number 15 on their list of the 100 Best Songs of 2007. It was also successful commercially, peaking at number one in Ireland and reaching top ten positions in Australia, Austria, Canada, Denmark, Finland, New Zealand, Sweden and the United Kingdom. In the United States, it became Spears's second single from the album to peak at the top of the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. 


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2007
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I'm Miss American Dream since I was seventeen
Don't matter if I step on the scene
Or sneak away to the Philippines
They still gon' put pictures of my derriere in the magazine
You want a piece of me?
You want a piece of me

I'm Miss bad media karma
Another day another drama
Guess I can't see no harm
In working and being a mama
And with a kid on my arm
I'm still an exception
And you want a piece of me

I'm Mrs. Lifestyles of the rich and famous
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Oh my God that Britney's shameless!
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Extra! Extra! This just in
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. she's too big now she's too thin
(You want a piece of me)

I'm Mrs. 'You want a piece of me?'
Tryin' and pissin' me off
Well get in line with the paparazzi
Who's flippin' me off
Hopin' I'll resort to startin' havoc
And end up settlin' in court
Now are you sure you want a piece of me?
I'm Mrs. 'Most likely to get on TV for strippin' on the streets'
When getting the groceries, no, for real
Are you kidding me?
No wonder there's panic in the industry
I mean please

I'm Mrs. Lifestyles of the rich and famous
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Oh my God that Britney's Shameless
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Exta! Extra! this just in
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. she's too big now she's too thin
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Miss American Dream since I was 17
Don't matter if I step on the scene
Or sneak away to the Philippines
They still gon' put pictures of my derriere in the magazine
You want a piece of me?
You want a piece of me
You want a piece of me?
I'm Mrs. Lifestyles of the rich and famous
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Oh my God that Britney's shameless!
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Extra! Extra! this just in
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. she's too big now she's too thin
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Lifestyles of the rich and famous
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Oh my God that Britney's shameless!
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. Extra! Extra! this just in
(You want a piece of me)
I'm Mrs. she's too big now she's too thin
(You want a piece of me)
Oh yeah
You want a piece of me

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Britney Spears

Britney Jean Spears (born December 2, 1981) is an American recording artist and entertainer. Born in McComb, Mississippi, and raised in Kentwood, Louisiana, she began performing as a child, landing acting roles in stage productions and television shows. She signed with Jive Records in 1997 and released her debut album ...Baby One More Time in 1999, which became the best-selling album by a teenage solo artist. During her first decade in the music industry, she became a prominent figure in mainstream popular music and popular culture, followed by a much-publicized personal life. Her first two albums established her as a pop icon and broke sales records, while title tracks "...Baby One More Time" and "Oops!... I Did It Again" became international number-one hits… more »

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Written by: CHRISTIAN KARLSSON, PONTUS WINNBERG, KLAS AHLUND

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Piece of Me" is one of the tracks from Britney Spears' fifth studio album titled "Blackout" which was released in 2007.
Chart Success
The song was a commercial hit, charting within the top 10 in multiple countries across the globe, including the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Music Video Recognition
The music video for "Piece of Me" won Best Female Video, Best Pop Video, and Video of the Year at the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards.
Theme and Lyrics
The song is themed as a self-reflective anthem about Britney Spears' relationship with the media. It addresses the unjust scrutiny and pressures she faced as a young, famous pop musician in the public eye.
Production Credit
The song was produced by the Swedish duo, Bloodshy & Avant, who also co-wrote it along with Klas Ahlund.
Critical Response
Despite Spears' personal struggles at the time of release, the song was generally well-received critically, with many praising its lyrics and Spears' confrontational attitude.
Usage in Media
"Piece of Me" and its music video have been cited in academic essays and articles about pop culture, fame, and the depiction of women in media.
Recording
The song was notably recorded during Spears' much-publicized personal difficulties, which added to its significance and resonance with fans.
Twin Vocals Theory
There was a wide-spread fan theory that the vocalist on "Piece Of Me" was not Britney, but a sound-alike, mainly due to the heavy electronic manipulation of the vocals. This has never been confirmed nor denied by Britney or her team.
Cover Versions
Multiple artists have covered "Piece of Me" in their own style, showcasing the song's lasting impact. Notably, pop band Keane performed a version for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge.

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