I Am
Nelly Furtado · Other Songs - Nelly Furtado
I think I've been here before
Yet I've beem right here
With you walking out the door
And I won't fight it
I think you already know
Don't try to hide it
You know this time I wil go
And I won't come back
[refrain]
You said you would
Be so different
And your old habits
You would switch them
Look at this picture
Could it get any clearer?
But youre wasting my time
[chorus]
And if you see me walking by
You don't have to spend your time
Asking me if I'm alright
Do I look smarter?
Do I look stronger?
Does it make you wonder?
Well I am, well I am
[verse 2]
I think I've seen you before
With that sullen face
Telling me that you don't know
Why I'm so angry
While you were having some fun
You left me right here
You said you loved me so much
[refrain]
And I don't want you
To say you're sorry
I know it's a deeper story
You're not fine well
I'll ignore it
Cause I made up my mind
[chorus]
And if you see me walking by
You don't have to spend your time
Asking me if I'm alright
Do I look smarter?
Do I look stronger?
Does it make you wonder?
Well I am, well I am
[bridge]
Look at the stars now baby
Don't let it drive you crazy
And you said
"Baby they calling out you're name"
And I said "Maybe I don't want to be your baby no more"
[chorus 2x]
And if you see me walking by
You don't have to spend your time
Asking me if I'm alright
Do I look smarter?
Do I look stronger?
Does it make you wonder?
Well I am, well I am
[outro]
Don't you wonder
Don't you worry
Don't you think about me baby oh, no no
No, don't you wonder
Don't you worry
About I Am
"I Am" by Nelly Furtado stands as a defining track from her 2000 debut album, *Whoa, Nelly!*, showcasing her early mastery of blending pop sensibilities with Latin rhythms. The song features a distinctive fusion of English and Portuguese lyrics, reflecting her multicultural heritage and establishing her signature vocal style that would characterize her subsequent career. Produced with a focus on danceable beats, the recording became a staple of early 2000s Latin pop and urban dance music, resonating with audiences seeking an energetic yet melodic sound. Beyond its immediate commercial success, the track highlights Furtado's ability to navigate genre boundaries, incorporating elements of reggaeton and hip-hop into her pop framework. It remains a pivotal moment in her discography, demonstrating the maturity of her songwriting and production choices before she expanded into more experimental electronic territories. The song's enduring appeal lies in its infectious rhythm and Furtado's emotive delivery, cementing her status as a key figure in the evolution of Latin-influenced pop during the turn of the millennium.