Can't Hold Us Down -- Christina Aguilera

So what am I not supposed to have an opinion Should I be quiet
just because I'm a woman Call me a bitch cos I speak what's on
my mind  Guess it's easier for you to swallow if I sat and smiled
When a female fires back Suddenly big talker don't know how to
act  So he does what any little boy would do
Making up a few false rumors or two

That for sure is not a man to me  Slanderin' names for
popularity It's sad you only get your fame through controversy 
But now it's time for me to come and give you more to say

(**) This is for my girls all around the world  Who've come across
a man who don't respect your worth Thinking all women should
be seen, not heard  So what do we do girls Shout out loud!
Letting them know we're gonna stand our ground
Lift your hands high and wave them proud  Take a deep breath
and say it loud  Never can, never will, can't hold us down

Nobody can hold us down  Nobody can hold us down
Nobody can hold us down  Never can, never will
So what am I not supposed to say what I'm saying
Are you offended by the message I'm bringing
Call me whatever cos your words don't mean a thing
Guess you ain't even a man enough to handle what I sing

If you look back in history  It's a common double standard
of society  The guy gets all the glory the more he can score
While the girl can do the same and yet you call her a whore
I don't understand why it's okay  The guy can get away with it
& the girl gets named  All my ladies come together and make
a change  Start a new beginning for us everybody sing

(**) 

Like with many previous singles, Aguilera creates a female empowerment anthem, expressing her disgust with the double standards of society. She feels that male stars are respected and worshipped for bragging about their wild sex lives, but when women like Aguilera try to express their sexuality, they get labeled as whores. Aguilera also lets people know that she does not appreciate being called a bitch simply because she stands up for herself and is a strong woman. Aguilera sends her personal message to those who try to "hold her down".


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