![]() ![]() The song's lyrics lament the misunderstandings between the genders and indict the male side of relationships. "If I Were a Boy" is a pop and R&B introspective ballad which draws influences from folk rock through its instrumentation of which includes acoustic guitars, drums and strings. ![]() A Spanish version of the song, titled " Si Yo Fuera un Chico", was digitally released in Mexico and Spain. The two songs showcased the contrast between Beyoncé's personality and her aggressive onstage persona, Sasha Fierce. Columbia Records released "If I Were a Boy" to US radio on October 8, 2008, as a double A-side single alongside " Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" as the lead singles. Jean was upset when she learned that Beyoncé was releasing it as a single, but eventually, they reached an agreement. Inspired by the difficult break-up of a romantic relationship, the song was initially recorded by Jean, whose record company rejected it. ![]() Jean and Gad also handled its production alongside Beyoncé. The song gained international attention the same year in a version by the American singer Beyoncé, from her third studio album I Am. " If I Were a Boy" is a song written by BC Jean and Toby Gad and originally performed by Jean in 2008. ![]()
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