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Christina Aguilera - Somethings Got A Hold On Me (burlesque) Mp3 -
In the film, the song serves a critical narrative purpose. Ali (Aguilera) is an aspiring dancer who finally gets her shot on stage after a rival sabotages the music. She is forced to sing live to "save the show," and her performance of "Something's Got a Hold on Me" stuns the club owner, played by Cher , and revitalises the failing lounge. Recording and Legacy
: Recorded in 2009, the track was released as part of the Burlesque: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on 19 November 2010. In the film, the song serves a critical narrative purpose
The story of Christina Aguilera 's version of "Something's Got a Hold on Me" is one of a lifelong fan paying tribute to her idol, Etta James . Originally recorded in 1962, the song became a centerpiece for Aguilera's first lead film role in the 2010 movie , representing the moment her character, Ali, transforms from a small-town waitress into a powerhouse stage performer. The Soulful Connection Recording and Legacy : Recorded in 2009, the
Aguilera frequently performed the song on late-night shows like and Conan to promote the film, cementing it as one of her most definitive live vocal displays. representing the moment her character
: While Aguilera’s version is famous in its own right, it gained a second life in popular culture when it was sampled in Avicii ’s 2011 global hit "Levels" and Flo Rida ’s "Good Feeling."