Survivor

Destiny's Child · #1's [2005]

Now I let you out of my life

I'm so much better

You thought that I'd be weak without you

But I'm stronger

You thought that I'd be broke without you

But I'm richer

You thought that I'd be sad without you

I laugh harder

You thought I wouldn't grow without you

Now I'm wiser

Though that I'd be helpless without you

But I'm smarter

You thought that I'd be stressed without you

But I'm chillin'

You thought I wouldn't sell without you

Sold 9 million



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gon work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gon work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



Thought I couldn't breathe without you

I'm inhaling

You thought I couldn't see without you

Perfect vision

You thought I couldn't last without you

But I'm lastin'

You thought that I would die without you

But I'm livin'

Thought that I would fail without you

But I'm on top

Thought it would be over by now

But it won't stop

Thought that I would self destruct

But I'm still here

Even in my years to come

I'm still gon be here



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gon work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gon work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



I'm wishin' you the best

Pray that you are blessed

Much success, no stress, and lots of happiness

(I'm better than that)

I'm not gon blast you on the radio

(I'm better than that)

I'm not gon lie on you and your family, yo

(I'm better than that)

I'm not gon hate on you in the magazines

('m better than that)

I'm not gon compromise my Christianity

(I'm better than that)

You know I'm not gon dis you on the internet

Cause my mama taught me better than that



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gonna work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gonna work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'



(Beyonce and Michelle)



Oh (oh) oh (oh)...



After of all of the darkness and sadness

Soon comes happiness

If I surround my self with positive things

I'll gain prosperity



I'm a survivor

I'm not gon give up

I'm not gon stop

I'm gon work harder

I'm a survivor

I'm gonna make it

I will survive

Keep on survivin'

[4x]

Destiny's Child - Survivor

Released in 2005 on the album #1's, "Survivor" stands as a defining track in the evolution of Destiny's Child's sound, marking a pivotal shift toward a more mature, R&B-infused style. The song features a distinctive blend of hip-hop and soul, showcasing the group's vocal versatility and lyrical depth as they addressed themes of resilience and overcoming adversity. Produced by The Neptunes and Lucky Blue, the recording captures the group's transition from their earlier pop-rap era to a sophisticated, contemporary R&B identity that resonated globally. Its enduring legacy lies in its ability to balance personal empowerment with a polished, radio-friendly production that became a staple of mid-2000s music culture.