If I Were a Boy
Beyoncé
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If I were a boy Even just for a day I'd roll out of bed in the morning And throw on what I wanted and go Drink beer with the guys And chase after girls I'd kick it with who I wanted And I'd never get confronted for it 'Cause they'd stick up for me If I were a boy I think I could understand How it feels to love a girl I swear I'd be a better man I'd listen to her 'Cause I know how it hurts When you lose the one you wanted 'Cause he's taken you for granted And everything you had got destroyed If I were a boy I would turn off my phone Tell everyone it's broken So they'd think that I was sleeping alone I'd put myself first And make the rules as I go 'Cause I know that she'd be faithful Waiting for me to come home (to come home) If I were a boy I think I could understand How it feels to love a girl I swear I'd be a better man I'd listen to her 'Cause I know how it hurts When you lose the one you wanted 'Cause he's taken you for granted And everything you had got destroyed It's a little too late for you to come back Say it's just a mistake Think I'd forgive you like that If you thought I would wait for you You thought wrong But you're just a boy You don't understand (Yeah, you don't understand) How it feels to love a girl someday You wish you were a better man You don't listen to her You don't care how it hurts Until you lose the one you wanted 'Cause you've taken her for granted And everything you have got destroyed But you're just a boy
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Written by: Brittany Jean Carlson, Tobias Gad
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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6 facts about this song
Song Release: "If I Were a Boy1. The song "If I Were a Boy" was originally released by American artist Beyoncé on October 12, 2008.
2. This single was Beyoncé's lead single from her third solo album, "I Am... Sasha Fierce."
3. The song is composed in the key of G Major.
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Song Composition: "If I Were a Boy4. The lyrical content of "If I Were a Boy" addresses the differences in the treatment of men and women in society.
5. It was written by BC Jean and Toby Gad.
6. Beyoncé also produced the song along with Gad.
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"If I Were a Boy7. "If I Were a Boy" peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
8. It also reached the top ten in more than 20 other countries, including United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and Germany.
9. This song earned multi-platinum certifications in Australia, Canada, and the United States.
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Cover Version: "If I Were a Boy" by Reba McEntire10. "If I Were a Boy" was covered by country singer Reba McEntire for her 2010 album, "All the Women I Am."
11. McEntire's version, which was the album's second single, peaked at number 22 on the country charts.
12. Beyoncé praised McEntire’s rendition, stating that she brought the song to a higher level.
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Music Video: Reba McEntire's Version13. The music video for Reba’s version aired for the first time on CMT's Top 20 Countdown on December 2, 2010.
14. It was filmed in black and white and portrays the story of a police woman who experiences domestic issues with her husband.
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Cultural Impact: "If I Were a Boy15. Both versions of "If I Were a Boy" have been praised for their strong feminist themes.
16. Beyoncé's version of the song has been covered by numerous other artists and used for social commentaries regarding gender roles and inequality.
17. The singles of both Beyoncé and McEntire were featured in several TV shows and movies, demonstrating their cultural impact.
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