Who I Am (Jessica Andrews song)

"Who I Am"
Single by Jessica Andrews
from the album Who I Am
B-side "Helplessly, Hopelessly"
Released November 20, 2000
Format Airplay
Recorded 2000
Genre Country
Length 4:15
Label DreamWorks Nashville
Writer(s) Brett James, Troy Verges
Producer(s) Byron Gallimore
Jessica Andrews singles chronology
"I Do Now"
(2000)
"Who I Am"
(2000)
"Helplessly, Hopelessly"
(2001)

"Who I Am" is a song written by Brett James and Troy Verges, and recorded by American country music artist Jessica Andrews. It was released in November 2000 as the first single and title track from her album of the same name.

Background

In a 2001 interview, Andrews explained that she recorded the song (which was written by Brett James and Troy Verges[1]) because she felt that its lyrics were especially fitting to her own life: "Everything is so true in that song, except that my grandmother's name is not Rosemary. It's about believing in yourself and being supported by those around you. No matter how many mistakes you make, your friends and family will be there for you."[2]

Content

The song is a mid tempo country song in which the narrator tells of how, no matter what her future, she will be satisfied with her life, because she is confident about herself, and she knows that her peers will still support her.

Use in media

Sections of this song are featured in the opening theme of TV police drama Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye.[3] It also appeared on an episode of Lizzie McGuire.

Critical reception

Rick Cohoon of Allmusic described the song favorably, saying that it "seems to echo Andrews’ self-confidence in moving forward to face the challenges of the music industry".[4]

Cover Versions

Country Music Artist Danielle Bradbery featured a cover of "Who I Am" on the deluxe version of her debut album Danielle Bradbery.

Chart performance

The song has sold 361,000 copies in the US as of June 2013.[5]
Chart (2000-2001) Peak
position
US Billboard Hot 100[6] 28
US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[7] 1
US Adult Contemporary (Billboard)[8] 24
US Latin Pop Songs (Billboard)[9] 20

Year-end charts

Chart (2001) Position
US Country Songs (Billboard)[10] 8
Preceded by
"One More Day" by Diamond Rio
Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks
number-one single

April 7-April 21, 2001
Succeeded by
"Ain't Nothing 'bout You" by Brooks & Dunn

References

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