Free Yourself
Fantasia
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Baby you don't pay me no mind You act like you don't love me no more Maybe you need space or some time Your attitude is unpredictable And I don't want to make you unhappy If you're not happy then your free to go on 'cause I don't want you staying around If I make you so miserable If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead and free yourself (go ahead and free yourself) If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead to someone else (go ahead to someone else If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead and free yourself (go ahead and free yourself) If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead to someone else (go ahead to someone else Time and time again I've tried I tried (baby don't you know I tried) But the love I had inside has died (but the love I had inside) Won't you be a man if it's over And just admit that things ain't the same Instead of making me think it's all good Between us which ones to blame I took a lot of too much things to handle Until I can't take this game no more This love thing is full of scandal So you welcome to walk If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead and free yourself (go ahead and free yourself) If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead to someone else (go ahead to someone else If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead and free yourself (go ahead and free yourself) If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead to someone else (go ahead to someone else Time and time again I've tried I tried (baby don't you know I tried) But the love I had inside has died (but the love I had inside) I had to take it there I had to take it there 'cause I'm tired Oh yeah If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead and free yourself (go ahead and free yourself) If you don't want me then don't talk to me (don't want me then don't talk to me) Go ahead to someone else (go ahead to someone else You play games if you don't talk to me Hay go ahead and free yourself Baby if you don't want me then don't talk to me I'll be alright go ahead to someone else Yeah, yeah
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Written by: MELISSA A. ELLIOTT, NISAN C. STEWART, CRAIG XAVIER BROCKMAN
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Free Yourself" is a song by American recording artist Fantasia, and is part of her debut studio album, which carries the same name as the song. The song was released as a single in the year 2005.
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Production TeamThe song was penned down by Craig Brockman, Missy Elliott, and Nisan Stewart. It was also produced by Craig Brockman and Missy Elliott, making it a significant part of both their portfolios.
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Musical Art Form"Free Yourself" belongs to the genre of R&B and Soul, showcasing Fantasia's powerful vocals and emotive delivery.
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Peak PositionsThe song reached several impressive chart positions. It peaked at number 11 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, number 41 on Billboard's Hot 100, and also secured a place in the top 30 of the Billboard Rhythmic chart.
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Nominations & Awards"Free Yourself" received a nomination for the 'Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance’ category in the 48th Annual Grammy Awards (2006).
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Distinct SoundThe song is often celebrated for featuring a soulfully emotional vocal performance by Fantasia that highlights her distinct and versatile range.
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Background Theme"Free Yourself" focuses on the theme of expressing one's feelings openly, even when it involves telling our close ones to move on, showing the song's emotional depth.
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Reception & ReviewsCritics appraised Fantasia's vocal ability on this track, with some asserting that her performance on "Free Yourself" echoed the passion and raw talent that led to her victory in the third season of American Idol.
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Commercial PerformanceThe song's commercial performance helped the "Free Yourself" album achieve Platinum status, certifying the commercial success of Fantasia's debut effort.
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Live PerformancesFantasia's live performances of "Free Yourself" are also notable. Her emotional delivery and dynamic stage presence often left audiences and critics alike in awe, contributing to her reputation as an electrifying live performer.
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