Pink Pony Club
Chappell Roan Lyrics
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But I can't ignore the crazy visions of me in LA
And I heard that there's a special place
Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day
I'm having wicked dreams
Of leaving Tennessee
Oh, Santa Monica
I swear it's calling me
Won't make my mama proud
It's gonna cause a scene
She sees her baby girl
I know she's gonna scream
God, what have you done
You're a pink pony girl
And you dance at the club
Oh mama, I'm just having fun
On the stage in my heels
It's where I belong down at the
Pink Pony Club
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony Club
I'm gonna keep on dancing down in
West Hollywood
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony Club, Pink Pony Club
I'm up and jaws are on the floor
Lovers in the bathroom and a line outside the door
Blacklights and a mirrored disco ball
Every night's another reason why I left it all
I thank my wicked dreams
A year from Tennessee
Oh, Santa Monica
You've been too good to be
Won't make my mama proud
It's gonna cause a scene
She sees her baby girl
I know she's gonna scream
God, what have you done
You're a pink pony girl
And you dance at the club
Oh mama, I'm just having fun
On the stage in my heels
It's where I belong down at the
Pink Pony club
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony club
I'm gonna keep on dancing down in
West Hollywood
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony club, Pink Pony club
Don't think I've left you all behind
Still love you and Tennessee
You're always on my mind
And mama, every Saturday
I can hear your southern draw a thousand miles away, saying
God, what have you done
You're a pink pony girl
And you dance at the club
Oh mama, I'm just having fun
On the stage in my heels
It's where I belong down at the
Pink Pony Club
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony Club
I'm gonna keep on dancing down in
West Hollywood
I'm gonna keep on dancing at the
Pink Pony Club, Pink Pony Club
I'm gonna keep on dancing
I'm gonna keep on dancing
In the song "Pink Pony Club," Chappell Roan tells the story of a young woman who dreams of leaving Tennessee and moving to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams of being a performer. She hears about a place called the "Pink Pony Club," where boys and girls can be queens every day, and becomes fixated on the idea of making it there. Despite knowing leaving will cause a scene and disappoint her mother, she feels that dancing on the stage in her heels is where she truly belongs. She knows that her decision will be frowned upon, but she hopes her mother can see that she is just having fun and pursuing her passion. Roan's lyrics are about following your dreams even if they may seem unconventional or go against societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you wanted me to stay
The singer acknowledges that someone wanted them to stay, but they cannot ignore the strong desire to move to LA.
But I can't ignore the crazy visions of me in LA
The singer cannot ignore the dreams of being in Los Angeles even though they may seem irrational.
And I heard that there's a special place
The singer has heard of a place that is unique and stands out from other places.
Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day
This special place is inclusive and allows individuals of all genders to feel empowered and confident.
I'm having wicked dreams
The artist is experiencing vivid and intense dreams that are entertaining but may seem unrealistic.
Of leaving Tennessee
The singer dreams of leaving their current location in Tennessee.
Oh, Santa Monica
The singer mentions Santa Monica, a location in Los Angeles that they are drawn to.
I swear it's calling me
The artist feels that Santa Monica is calling out to them, as though it is the place where they are meant to be.
Won't make my mama proud
The artist knows that their actions may disappoint or upset their mother.
It's gonna cause a scene
The artist expects their actions to cause some sort of dramatic reaction from others.
She sees her baby girl
The singer's mother perceives them as their child, even as an adult.
I know she's gonna scream
The artist anticipates that their mother will have an emotional reaction to their actions.
God, what have you done
The singer is aware that their actions may be seen as controversial or unexpected.
You're a pink pony girl
The singer describes themselves in a playful and unique way, using the imagery of a pink pony.
And you dance at the club
The singer identifies themselves as a dancer at the Pink Pony Club.
Oh mama, I'm just having fun
The artist reassures their mother that they are enjoying themselves and not in any danger.
On the stage in my heels
The artist highlights the performative element of their role at the Pink Pony Club, wearing heels on stage.
It's where I belong down at the
The singer feels a sense of belonging at the Pink Pony Club.
Pink Pony Club
The singer repeats the name of the club, emphasizing its importance to them.
I'm gonna keep on dancing
The artist expresses their intention to continue dancing and performing at the Pink Pony Club.
West Hollywood
The artist mentions West Hollywood, the area where the Pink Pony Club is located.
I'm up and jaws are on the floor
The artist is aware of the attention they receive when performing at the Pink Pony Club.
Lovers in the bathroom and a line outside the door
The singer describes some of the chaotic and exciting elements of the club, including couples in the bathroom and a long line outside.
Blacklights and a mirrored disco ball
The artist describes some of the club's decorative elements, including blacklights and a mirrored disco ball.
Every night's another reason why I left it all
The singer views every night at the Pink Pony Club as another reminder of why they left their previous life and moved to Los Angeles.
I thank my wicked dreams
The singer acknowledges that their dreams played a role in their decision to move to Los Angeles and join the Pink Pony Club.
A year from Tennessee
The singer has been away from Tennessee for a year, emphasizing how much their life has changed.
You've been too good to be
The artist reflects on how much they have enjoyed their time in Los Angeles and how it almost seems too good to be true.
Still love you and Tennessee
The artist affirms their love for Tennessee, despite having left to pursue their dreams.
You're always on my mind
The singer keeps Tennessee close to their heart, even as they pursue a new life.
And mama, every Saturday
The singer mentions their mother again, highlighting the importance of their relationship.
I can hear your southern draw a thousand miles away, saying
The artist nostalgically recalls their mother's accent and can hear her voice from a distance.
Writer(s): Dan Nigro
Contributed by Aubrey O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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