Althea is a song by American singer-songwriter Donna Summer. The song was released in 1980 as the second single from her fifth studio album, The Wanderer. It is an upbeat, disco-influenced track that has Summer singing about a strong, independent woman who is unapologetically herself. The song has since become a classic and is widely regarded as one of Summer’s signature songs.
Overview of Althea
Althea is a song written and produced by Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte. It was released as the second single from Donna Summer’s 1980 album, The Wanderer. The song is a mid-tempo disco track, with Summer’s powerful vocals taking center stage. The song is an ode to the strong, independent woman and her refusal to conform to society’s expectations. The lyrics are full of empowering messages and a strong sense of self-confidence. The song has become a classic and is widely regarded as one of Summer’s signature songs.
Full Lyrics of Althea
Verse 1:
I'm a woman, I'm a queen
And I'm not gonna take no mess
From no man on the scene
I'm a woman, I'm a queen
And I'm gonna do just what I please
Chorus:
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Verse 2:
I'm a woman, I'm a queen
And I'm gonna have my say
No matter what they mean
I'm a woman, I'm a queen
And I'm gonna do just what I please
Chorus:
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Bridge:
Don't let nobody tell you no
Don't let nobody tell you no
Don't let nobody tell you no
Chorus:
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Althea, Althea, don't you know
That you can be anything that you wanna be
Outro:
Don't let nobody tell you no
Don't let nobody tell you no
Don't let nobody tell you no
Althea is a timeless classic that celebrates the power of being unapologetically oneself. The lyrics are full of empowering messages and a strong sense of self-confidence, and Donna Summer’s powerful vocals make the song a true classic. Whether you’re looking for a song to get you pumped up or just want to take a moment to celebrate your own strength and resilience, Althea is the perfect choice.