Bossy (Lindsay Lohan song)

"Bossy"
Song

"Bossy" is a song written by R&B singer-songwriter Ne-Yo and production-team Stargate for American pop singer Lindsay Lohan. The song became Lohan's first #1 hit on the Hot Dance Club Play chart. This is confirmed a promo single, not the official first single and will not have a video.

Release

A clip of the song leaked on YouTube early in May 2008. Universal Motown released the full song in High quality to media outlets on May 7, 2008. The song was uploaded on Lohan's official MySpace page. The song was digitally released on May 27, 2008.

Bossy which has been confirmed as a song from Lindsay Lohan's upcoming album which has been delayed since November 2008.

Critical reception

"Bossy" received mostly positive reviews. Billboard said "The track spotlights the raspy-voiced singer's dominating side as she rhymes about liking things her way over simple drums".. Digital Spy said that " 'Bossy' isn't pop gold - the chorus lacks a bit of oomph and Lohan's vocals still aren't convincing - but it's the first Lohan tune we'd be prepared to listen to more than once. That, we suppose, is enough to constitute a small step forward".

Song information

The single contains a dance-pop sound with influences of hip-hop and R&B.

Ne-Yo wrote the synth-heavy dance track with the actress in mind, he stated that:

"I wrote it for her because when she's on her game, you can see these traits in her. When she's focused, she exudes the aura of a boss with ease," Ne-Yo explains. "When [producer] Stargate and I were approached with the task, we viewed it as a challenge. 'Can we make a song for Lindsay Lohan that people were gonna take seriously?' I think we did it."

In the song's chorus, Lohan unapologetically sings, "I'm just a little bossy. I like it how I like it when I like it and that's how it is."

Ne-Yo says the song is about strength. "It's basically about a woman being strong enough to get what she wants when she wants it," he tells: "In this case, 'Bossy' is a term that describes confidence and power."

Ne-Yo also stated: "I gotta admit, we were like ... Lindsay Lohan?'" Ne-Yo says with a laugh. "I mean, I've written for Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Rihanna, Celine Dion and ... Lindsay Lohan? But I will say this; we gave her a quality record and she did a ridiculously fabulous job. I was so shocked I had to call her and apologize for what I was thinking because she did so good. I think the world is gonna be surprised."

Tracklistings

iTunes Single

1. "Bossy" (Album Version) - 4:10

Promo Remixes

1. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Radio Edit) - 3:46
2. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Club Mix) - 7:25
3. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Dub) - 7:10
4. "Bossy" (Mr. Mig Radio Edit) - 4:05
5. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Radio Edit) - 3:55
6. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Vocal Club Mix) - 8:09
7. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Dub) - 6:09
8. "Bossy" (Josh Harris Radio Edit) - 3:52
9. "Bossy" (Josh Harris Club Mix) - 7:24
10. "Bossy" (Soulshaker Radio Edit) - 3:23
11. "Bossy" (Soulshaker Club Mix) - 7:15
12. "Bossy" (Album Version) - 4:10

Club Promo

1. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Club) - 7:27
2. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Club Mix) - 8:11
3. "Bossy" (Soulshaker Club Mix) - 7:16
4. "Bossy" (Josh Harris Club Mix) - 7:26
5. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Dub) - 7:11
6. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Dub) - 6:09

Radio Promo

1. "Bossy" (Mike Rizzo Funk Generation Radio Mix) - 3:46
2. "Bossy" (Josh Harris Radio Mix) - 3:52
3. "Bossy" (Soulshaker Radio Mix) - 3:23
4. "Bossy" (DJ Escape & Dom Capello Radio Mix) - 3:55
5. "Bossy" (Mr Mig Radio Mix) - 4:05

Charts

Chart (2008)	Peak position
Canadian Hot 100	77
U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play	1