Discover the story of the song > Superwoman Live – Alicia Keys

The protagonist of this song is emphasizing that she is a superwoman, not just for herself, but for all women, mothers, daughters, and even for men who can recognize the strength in women. She acknowledges that everywhere she looks, something feels missing, but despite her struggles, she continues to be strong. She wears her burdens on her shoulders, searching for her own inner strength. The protagonist sings about all the mothers fighting for better days and all the women sitting together, determined to come home before the sun. She acknowledges that sometimes she feels weak and nobody truly knows her underneath her exterior, but she believes that she can still fly. Ultimately, she reaffirms her superwoman status and proudly declares that even when she is a mess, she still puts on a vest with an "S" on her chest, symbolizing her identity as a superwoman.