Jezebel
04. Sade Lyrics
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She probably had less than every one of us
But when she knew how to walk, she knew
How to bring the house down
Can't blame her for her beauty
She wins with her hands down
Jezebel, what a belle
How did you get that?
"Do you really want to know," she said
It would seem she's on her way
It's more, more than just a dream
She put on her stockings and shoes
Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it
Reach for the top
And the sun is gonna shine
"Every winter was a war", she said
"I want to get what's mine"
Jezebel, Jezebel
Won't try to deny where she came from
You can see it in her pride
And the raven in her eyes
Try show her a better way
She'll say, "you don't know what you've been missing"
By the time she blinks, you know she won't be listening
"Reach for the top," she said
"And the sun is gonna shine"
"Every winter was a war," she said
"I want to get what's mine"
The song "Jezebel" by Sade talks about a woman named Jezebel who, despite not being born into wealth, possesses immense beauty and a strong will to succeed. She knows how to captivate an audience and bring the house down with her mesmerizing presence. The song acknowledges that her beauty is not something she can be blamed for and that she easily wins over hearts. However, her success is not just because of her looks but also because of her strong determination and hard work.
The lyrics also suggest that Jezebel has faced hurdles and challenges on her journey to the top. Her reference to "every winter was a war" implies that she has gone through difficult times and has had to fight battles to get to where she is now. Despite her struggles, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of greatness and encourages others to reach for the top as well. The song emphasizes Jezebel's pride in her roots and her refusal to deny where she came from.
Overall, the song is an inspirational anthem that encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and work hard to achieve their goals. It celebrates the idea of forging one's path to success despite unfavourable circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Jezebel wasn't born with a silver spoon in her mouth
Jezebel didn't have a privileged upbringing like some of us
She probably had less than every one of us
Her circumstances were tougher than most of ours
But when she knew how to walk, she knew
How to bring the house down
She had a certain charisma and talent from a young age
Can't blame her for her beauty
She wins with her hands down
Her beauty is a natural part of her, not something she can control, and it only adds to her appeal
Jezebel, what a belle
Looks like a princess in her new dress
How did you get that?
"Do you really want to know," she said
It would seem she's on her way
It's more, more than just a dream
She put on her stockings and shoes
Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it
Jezebel is confident and glamorous in her appearance and attitude. She knows what she wants, and is willing to work for it, no matter what people say or think. Her success is not just a dream, but a reality she's achieved through hard work and self-belief
Reach for the top
And the sun is gonna shine
"Every winter was a war", she said
"I want to get what's mine"
Jezebel is a driven and ambitious person. She believes that with hard work and determination, she can achieve anything she sets her mind to. Her past struggles have only made her more determined to succeed and get what she deserves
Jezebel, Jezebel
Won't try to deny where she came from
You can see it in her pride
And the raven in her eyes
Jezebel is proud of her roots and where she comes from. Her experiences have shaped her into the person she is today, and she is not afraid to show it. She has a fierce look in her eyes that reflects her intensity and passion for life
Try show her a better way
She'll say, "you don't know what you've been missing"
By the time she blinks, you know she won't be listening
Jezebel is determined to follow her own path, regardless of what others may think or say. She is open to new ideas and experiences, but ultimately knows what she wants and won't be swayed by others' opinions
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stuart Matthewman, Helen Adu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nisrin6665
Jezebel wasn't born with a silver spoon in her mouth
She probably had less than every one of us
But when she knew how to walk she knew
How to bring the house down
Can't blame her for her beauty
She wins with her hands down
Jezebel, what a belle
Looks like a princess in her new dress
How did you get that?
Do you really want to know she said
It would seem she's on her way
It's more, more than just a dream
She put on her stockings and shoes
Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it
Reach for the top
And the sun is gonna shine
Every winter was a war she said
I want to get what's mine
Jezebel, Jezebel
Won't try to deny where she came from
You can see it in her pride
And the raven in her eyes
Try show her a better way
She'll say you don't know what you've been missing
And by the time she blinks you know she won't be listening
Reach for the top she said
And the sun is gonna shine
Every winter was a war she said
I want to get what's mine
@isaacisrael34
[Verse]
Jezebel, wasn't born
With a silver spoon in her mouth
She prob'ly had
Less than every one of us
But when she knew how to walk, she knew
How to bring the house down
Can't blame her for her beauty
She wins with her hands down
[Verse]
Jezebel, what a belle
Looks like a princess in her new dress
"How did you get that?"
"Do you really want to know?" she said
It would seem she's on her way
It's more, more than just a dream
She put on her stockings and shoes
Had nothing to lose
She said it was worth it
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[Chorus]
Reach for the top
And the sun is gonna shine
Every winter was a war, she said
I want to get what's mine
[Verse]
Jezebel, Jezebel
Won't try to deny where she came from
You can see it in her pride
And the raven in her eyes
Try show her a better way
She'll say, "You don't know
What you've been missing"
And by the time she blinks, you know
She won't be list'ning
[Chorus]
Reach for the top, she said
And the sun is gonna shine
Every winter was a war, she said
I want to get what's mine
@tiffanykarussos8411
Anybody that has grown up with Sade will keep her music in you're soul for a lifetime.
@jawansherrod4581
Agreed
@tanyabarko
So true ♥️
@lis-aa
sade is my mums fav chanteuse
@stevenjenkins4885
Oh hun for sure. And anybody that can appreciate it will align their struggles especially with this song. Because you can either take this song literally or metaphorically. Whenever I'm sad and depressed I always loved listening to this song, because it keeps me grounded !!!
@tiffanykarussos8411
@@stevenjenkins4885 absolutely sweetheart ❤️
@spykenij
She's my go to when I'm panicked, anxious, or really sick. She's healing. This woman is timeless. She seems like a saint too. Her voice is pure silk. I've never heard a song of hers that I didn't immediately fall in love with. Every song is a masterpiece.
@jussarazanatto7053
Good
@DerrickMoncrief-nt6ms
fosho GoD ❤
@exienikki3142
Exactly. This is mi song