Stronger Than Me
Amy Winehouse
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14 facts about this song
Release and Album Details"Stronger Than Me" was a song from Amy Winehouse’s debut album titled "Frank," released in 2003.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Amy Winehouse and Salaam Remi, a renowned producer and songwriter who collaborated with plenty of famous artists, such as The Fugees and Nas.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Stronger Than Me" is made in a film noir style, reflecting the song's lyrical content. It shows Winehouse walking through the city streets and interacting with an insecure boyfriend.
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Awards"Stronger Than Me" won an Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song Musically and Lyrically in May 2004.
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Genre & StyleThe song is a blend of several genres, including jazz, pop and soul, and shows the smooth transition still present in later hits by Amy Winehouse.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are widely regarded as a sharp commentary on conventional gender norms and roles, which was a topic that Amy Winehouse returned to in her other songs.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its critical success, "Stronger Than Me" did not chart high in the UK Singles Chart, peaking only at number 71.
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LengthThe track is 3 minutes and 54 seconds long.
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In Pop CultureThe song is used in the soundtrack of the 2007 biographical sports drama film "The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg" and the 2006 comedy-drama film "Cashback".
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised Amy's vocals on the track, specifically noting the mature and soulful sound that made her music unique and identifiable. The blending of jazz, pop and soul were also highly praised.
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Posthumous RecognitionAfter Winehouse's death in 2011, "Stronger Than Me" received renewed attention and has continued to be celebrated as an important milestone in her career.
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Live PerformancesWinehouse often included "Stronger Than Me" in her live performances, and it appeared on the setlist for her posthumous "Live in London" release.
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Recording"Stronger Than Me" was recorded at Miami's Circle House Studios.
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Song's InfluenceAlthough it wasn't her biggest hit, "Stronger Than Me" set the tone for Winehouse's future music, blending traditional and contemporary influences in a unique and powerful way that became her signature.
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