Get Over Yourself (Eden's Crush song)

"Get Over Yourself" is the debut single by American girl group Eden's Crush. The song was released in 2001 as the lead single from their debut album, Popstars.

Background and Composition

The song was written by Shelly Peiken, Curtis Frasier, and Andrew Jackson, and produced by Frasier and Jackson. "Get Over Yourself" is a pop song with elements of R&B, characterized by its catchy hook and lyrics about moving on from a failed relationship and asserting independence. The song's instrumentation includes synthesizers, drum machines, and vocal harmonies.

Release and Reception

"Get Over Yourself" was released in April 2001 and achieved significant commercial success in the United States and Canada. In the US, it peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Eden's Crush's only top ten hit. In Canada, the song reached the top of the Canadian Singles Chart.

Critical reception to "Get Over Yourself" was mixed. Some critics praised the song's infectious melody and empowering lyrics, while others found it to be generic and formulaic.

Music Video

The music video for "Get Over Yourself" features Eden's Crush performing the song in a stylized urban setting. The video incorporates choreography and showcases the individual members of the group. It received considerable airplay on MTV and other music television channels.

Impact and Legacy

"Get Over Yourself" remains Eden's Crush's signature song and is often associated with the early 2000s pop music scene. The song's success helped to launch the group's career, although they disbanded shortly after the release of their debut album. While their time in the spotlight was brief, "Get Over Yourself" continues to be recognized as a notable pop single from the reality television era.