I Blame Myself
Sky Ferreira
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Is it because you know my name? Or is it because you saw my face on the cover? Either way, it's all the same It's like talking to a friend who's tryna be your lover Underneath it all I know it's not your fault That you don't understand I blame myself How could you know what it feels like to fight the hounds of hell? You think you know me so well How could you know what it feels like to be outside yourself? You think you know me so well I just want you to realize I blame, I blame myself Blame, blame, blame myself I blame, I blame, blame myself For my reputation I'm just a face without a choice I trust you'd never like to guess what I think above these shoulders 10 years old without a voice I feel like nothing's really changed, now I'm just a little older Underneath it all I know it's not your fault That you don't understand I blame myself How could you know what it feels like to fight the hounds of hell? You think you know me so well How could you know what it feels like to be outside yourself? You think you know me so well I just want you to realize I blame, I blame myself Blame, blame, blame myself I blame, I blame, blame myself For my reputation (I blame myself) (I blame myself) (I blame myself) (I blame myself) How could you know what it feels like to fight the hounds of hell? You think you know me so well How could you know what it feels like to be outside yourself? You think you know me so well I just want you to realize I blame, I blame myself Blame, blame, blame myself I blame, I blame, blame myself For my reputation (I blame myself) (I blame myself) (I blame myself) (I blame myself)
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Written by: Sky Ferreira, Daniel Leonardo Nigro, Justin Louis Raisen, Ariel Zvi Rechtshaid, Jordan Christopher Benik
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Year of Release"I Blame Myself" was released on April 14, 2014, as the second single from Sky Ferreira's debut studio album, "Night Time, My Time."
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Producer CollaborationThe song was produced by Ariel Rechtshaid, a highly esteemed music producer who has worked with renowned artists like HAIM, Vampire Weekend, and Adele.
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Writing CreditsSky Ferreira co-wrote the song with Ariel Rechtshaid and Justin Raisen. Raisen has worked with artists like Charli XCX, Angel Olsen, and Santigold.
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GenreThe song represents a mix of synth-pop and alternative dance genres.
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Music Video DirectorGrant Singer directed the music video for "I Blame Myself". He has directed videos for notable artists such as The Weeknd, Lorde, and Taylor Swift.
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Autobiographical ElementsSky Ferreira has described the song as deeply personal. It details her trials and tribulations in the music industry and the criticism she has faced.
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Song ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, praising Ferreira's vocal performance and the song's lyrical content.
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Music Video ControversyThe music video, which portrays Ferreira leading a gang in Compton, CA, faced criticism and accusations of racial insensitivity, which Ferreira addressed saying, "I'm from LA and it was meant to be about my life and where I am from."
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Public PerceptionDespite the controversies and critique, "I Blame Myself" helped Ferreira to solidify her place in the pop music world and contribute to the discussion surrounding the pressures of fame.
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Online SuccessFollowing its release, the song and its music video gained millions of views and streams on platforms like YouTube and Spotify, increasing Ferreira's digital footprint and fan base.
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Live PerformancesSky Ferreira has performed the song live multiple times, including on the popular American talk show, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
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