That's Me
ABBA Lyrics
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What if I ain't worth the while
Not the style you'd be looking for?
If I'm sweet tonight
Things look different in the morning light
I'm jealous and I'm proud
If you hurt my feelings I'll cry out loud
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
Are you sure you want to hear more?
Would I be the one you seek
Mild and meek like the girl next door?
Don't you realize
I may be an angel in disguise?
It's lonely to be free
But I'm not a man's toy, I'll never be
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
I don't believe in fairy-tales
Sweet nothings in my ear (na, na, na, na, nothing)
(Na, na, na, na, nothing)
But I do believe in sympathy
That's me, you see
Are you sure you want to hear more?
Won't you have a drink with me?
Just to see you're not really sore
I can't help my ways
I'm just not the girl to hide my face
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
There's a special love
Like an eagle flying with a dove
I'll find it in the end
If I keep on searching, but until then
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
The lyrics of ABBA's song "That's Me" contain a lot of self-reflection and attitude on the part of the singer, conveying confidence and defiance. The singer wants to be understood and accepted for who they are, and they are not willing to pretend or change themselves just to fit someone else's expectations. The first two stanzas express doubt and uncertainty of the singer's worth, questioning if they are the kind of person the other person is looking for - someone who is meek, mild, and conformable. The line "I'm jealous and I'm proud/If you hurt my feelings I'll cry out loud" shows that the singer is not afraid of expressing their emotions and will do so even if it is seen as unattractive or weak.
The following stanzas emphasize the singer's independence and freedom. They declare that they are not someone who believes in fairy tales or sweet nothings, but they do believe in sympathy. They are open to love and connection, but only on their own terms. The singer's persistent emphasis on being "not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry" highlights their unique qualities and that they are not interested in conforming to societal norms or expectations. The final stanza implies that the singer is still searching for that special love but will not stop being themselves until they find it.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you sure you want to hear more?
Do you truly want to learn more about me?
What if I ain't worth the while
What if I am not what you expected?
Not the style you'd be looking for?
Am I not the type of person you are attracted to?
If I'm sweet tonight
If I act charming for just this evening
Things look different in the morning light
Things can appear differently with time and perspective
I'm jealous and I'm proud
I am possessive and confident in my feelings
If you hurt my feelings I'll cry out loud
If you cause me emotional pain, I won't hide it
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
I am not the traditional type of woman you envision marrying
That's me
But that is who I am
Would I be the one you seek
Am I the individual you are searching for?
Mild and meek like the girl next door?
Would I be timid and unassuming like a typical neighbor?
Don't you realize
Aren't you aware
I may be an angel in disguise?
I could be a virtuous force, unrecognized
It's lonely to be free
Being independent can result in feelings of isolation
But I'm not a man's toy, I'll never be
However, I am not subservient to any man's whims and desires
I don't believe in fairy-tales
I do not have faith in fantastical romantic stories
Sweet nothings in my ear (na, na, na, na, nothing)
Empty promises and flattery are meaningless to me
(Na, na, na, na, nothing)
But I do believe in sympathy
Still, I value kindness and understanding
That's me, you see
That is who I am, as you can plainly observe
Won't you have a drink with me?
Would you care to share a beverage with me?
Just to see you're not really sore
In order to confirm that you are not upset
I can't help my ways
I behave in a certain manner that is beyond my control
I'm just not the girl to hide my face
I refuse to conceal my emotions or identity
There's a special love
There is a unique type of affection
Like an eagle flying with a dove
Similar to a harmonious and unlikely pairing
I'll find it in the end
Ultimately, I will discover this type of love
If I keep on searching, but until then
As long as I continue the pursuit
I'm Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
I remain an unconventional sort of woman
That's me
But that is who I am
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Erik Leopold Anderson, Benny Goran Bror Andersson
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That’s Me Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Are you sure you wanna hear more?
What if I ain't worth the while
Not the style you'd be looking for?
If I'm sweet tonight
Things look different in the morning light
I'm jealous and I'm proud
If you hurt my feelings I'll cry out loud
I'm Carrie, not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
[Verse 2]
Are you sure you wanna hear more?
Would I be the one you seek
Mild and meek like the girl next door?
Don't you realise
I may be an angel in disguise
It's lonely to be free
But I'm not a man's toy, I'll never be
I'm Carrie, not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
[Bridge]
I don't believe in fairy tales
Sweet nothings in my ear
But I do believe in sympathy
That's me, you see
[Verse 3]
Are you sure you wanna hear more?
Won't you have a drink with me
Just to see you're not really sore?
I can't help my ways
I'm just not the girl to hide my face
I'm Carrie, not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me, mhm
I'm Carrie, not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
[Interlude]
[Outro]
There's a special love
Like an eagle flying with a dove
I'll find it in the end
If I keep on searching, but until then
I'm Carrie, not-the-kind-of-girl-you'd-marry
That's me
@eduardooscar309
That's me (1976)
B-side of "Dancing Queen" single
fantastic song in "Arrival" album
(the favourite of Agnetha)
today, January 20 (2023)
the official video of 'That's me"
surpassed 10 millón views on YouTube
#30 between all ABBA official videos
@thomashampel761
Just when you think you've heard all of ABBA's songs, you suddenly stumble upon a little treasure like this song. I love it!
@TorkG8
It's from their 1976 album "Arrival" which actually had 3 of their biggest hits on it; Dancing Queen, Knowing Me, Knowing You and Money, Money, Money.
@RB_Ricky2000
🙃
@mickeefreeman2898
Abbasolutly 🎉❤
@SCARAMOUSXL5
SO AM I I CAN'T REMEMBER THAT SONG!!!
@haken7016
Init❤
@chromatislut6627
I’m 19 and ever since i started exploring more of their songs i have become obsessed. Proud to be a fan
@SharpeNeal
Enjoy your Voyage through ABBA's music!
@ItIsGuido
Great!
@andrewe1078
Same age as you man and I love their music