Shackles (Praise You)

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Critical reception

Like many contemporary gospel songs, "Shackles" was not without its criticism; many cited the song as being too modern and not staying true to its gospel roots. Mary Mary responded by saying, "It's definitely contemporary. It's music that everybody in any style of music can relate to. It's universal, but the lyrics are undeniably Gospel."[2]

Commercial performance

"Shackles (Praise You)" became a top-40 hit in the United States, peaking at number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was also a worldwide hit, reaching number five in the United Kingdom and number 17 in Ireland. Across mainland Europe, the song was a top-10 hit in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Norway. It also charted strongly in France, Poland, Sweden, and Switzerland, peaking within the top 20. In Australia, the song reached number two in September 2000 and was the highest-selling song of the year that did not reach the number-one spot, coming in at number 10 on Australia's year-end chart for 2000.

Track listings

United States

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International

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Personnel

  • Vocals: Mary Mary
  • All instruments: Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell
  • Producer: Warryn Campbell
  • Vocal producer: Mary Mary
  • Writers: Warryn Campbell, Erica Atkins, Tina Atkins

Charts

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Certifications

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Release history

Region Date Format(s) Label(s) Ref(s).
United States February 29, 2000 Template:Hlist Columbia [39][40]
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April 18, 2000 Contemporary hit radio [42][43]
New Zealand May 22, 2000 Template:Hlist [44]
Japan May 24, 2000 CD Sony [45]
United Kingdom May 29, 2000 Template:Hlist Columbia [46]

Usage in media

The song was featured in the fifth episode of the third season (2024) of American sitcom Abbott Elementary, performed by Sheryl Lee Ralph .[47]

References

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