Sissy That Walk
RuPaul Lyrics
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Don't forget what, don't forget what my mama said
People talking since the beginning of time
Unless they paying your bills, pay them bitches no mind
And if I fly, or if I fall
Least I can say, I gave it all
And if I fly, or if I fall
I'm on my way, I'm on my way
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, now sissy that walk
Better beware, ain't no T, ain't no shade
But at the same time, bitches better get out the way
I'm a femme queen, mother of a house of no shame
My pussy is on fire, now kiss the flame
And if I fly, or if I fall
Least I can say, I gave it all
And if I fly, or if I fall
I'm on my way, I'm on my way
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, now sissy that walk
And if I fly, or if I fall
Least I can say, I gave it all
And if I fly, or if I fall
I'm on my way, I'm on my way
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, now sissy that walk
The lyrics to RuPaul's song "Sissy That Walk" celebrate individuality, perseverance, and self-expression. From the opening line, "Pick myself up, turn the world on its head," RuPaul encourages listeners to take control of their own lives and to not forget the lessons learned from their mothers. The chorus emphasizes the importance of giving one's all, even if success and failure are both possible outcomes. The repeated command to "fly, fly, fly" reinforces this idea of pushing oneself to new heights, both creatively and personally.
The second verse of the song establishes RuPaul's self-confidence and identity as a femme queen, and warns those who might try to undermine her or her community ("ain't no T, ain't no shade, but at the same time, bitches better get out the way"). The line "my pussy is on fire, now kiss the flame" is a playful, empowering declaration that RuPaul is in control of her own sexuality and desires.
Overall, "Sissy That Walk" is a celebration of the drag community and those who embrace their authentic selves, regardless of societal norms or expectations. By encouraging listeners to "sissy that walk," RuPaul is urging them to put their best foot forward and to embrace their own unique style and identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Pick myself up, turn the world on its head
I will take control of my life and make my own path
Don't forget what, don't forget what my mama said
I will remember the wisdom my mother has taught me
People talking since the beginning of time
People have always and will always talk about each other
Unless they paying your bills, pay them bitches no mind
It's not worth my time to listen to people criticizing me if they're not supporting me financially
And if I fly, or if I fall
Least I can say, I gave it all
Whether I succeed or fail, I will know that I put in my best effort
I'm on my way, I'm on my way
I am in control of my journey
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, now sissy that walk
I will soar and strut confidently, defying anyone who tries to bring me down
Better beware, ain't no T, ain't no shade
But at the same time, bitches better get out the way
I'm not trying to start drama, but anyone who tries to block my path will regret it
I'm a femme queen, mother of a house of no shame
My pussy is on fire, now kiss the flame
I embrace my femininity and lead a group that rejects societal norms without shame or apology
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, uh oh
Fly, fly, fly, fly, uh oh, now sissy that walk
I will continue to fly high and own my confidence, while challenging others to do the same
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Rupaul Andre Charles, Lucian Michael Piane
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