I'm Like a Bird
Nelly FurtadoReported release: 2000 / 2001Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #43Supplied note - not independently verified
Furtado's feelings of freedom and independence
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About Nelly Furtado
Nelly Furtado grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, in a family of Portuguese heritage. Singing in English and Portuguese and learning instruments including guitar, ukulele and trombone preceded her recording career. Her musical interests ranged across R&B, rock, Brazilian music and hip-hop. After moving to Toronto, she performed in clubs and worked in the duo Nelstar before developing demos with members of the Philosopher Kings.
Artist background sources
Nelly Furtado - Universal Music Japan biography
Victoria and Portuguese-family background, bilingual singing, instrumental study, musical interests, Toronto/Nelstar period and Philosopher Kings demo collaboration. This source supports her formative career, not later album facts or a current group lineup. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Profile reviewed: 2026-10-17. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
2001
Artist background available
Nelly Furtado grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, in a family of Portuguese heritage. Singing in English and Portuguese and learning instruments including guitar, ukulele and trombone preceded her recording...
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Artist background available
Nelly Furtado grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, in a family of Portuguese heritage. Singing in English and Portuguese and learning instruments including guitar, ukulele and trombone preceded her recording...
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Supplied note - not independently verified
The track was inspired by personal growth and assertiveness.
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Say It Right
Nelly FurtadoReported release: 2006Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #9Supplied note - not independently verified
Furtado described it as a "night song" with a dark, mysterious vibe.
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1960-2025. Each year contains 150 selections.