"It's Not Me, It's You" is the sixth single of the 2009 album ''

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, and is the sixth track on the album.

Background and meaning

John Cooper mentioned in a fan interview that "It's Not Me, It's You" is his favorite song on the album because of its 'in your face' rock. He explains that it's about getting rid of a negative influence in your life, and finally realizing that it's them that is bringing you down.

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References

2009 songs 2011 singles Songs written by John Cooper (musician) Song recordings produced by Howard Benson Skillet (band) songs Atlantic Records singles Lava Records singles Ardent Records singles {{Metal-song-stub