Sister Wife
Alex Winston Lyrics
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You're calling her our lover
My brother's her brother
And if you want me to do it, I
guess that I'll do it, but
I'm telling you
One wrong move and yeah we're through
Get the hell out it's my night
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
Hey there sister wife
Get the hell out it's my life
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
Yeah, man, kick out the logic
With you as the prophet
I don't think you got this
And holy as our father
I'd rather not bother, I
and I'm telling you
One wrong move and we're through
Hey there sister wife
Get the hell out it's my night
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
Hey there sister wife
Get the hell out it's my night
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
I'm stuck with two
I'm stuck with you
I'm stuck with two
I'm stuck with
Hey there sister wife
Get the hell out it's my night
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
Hey there sister wife
Get the hell out it's my night
You don't know the way to his heart
Like I do
The lyrics of Alex Winston's song "Sister Wife" depict a love triangle between the singer, her brother, and his girlfriend. The singer refers to the girlfriend as a "sister wife," a term used in certain polygamous societies to describe two or more women who are married to the same man. The singer seems to be in a jealous and possessive state, warning her brother's girlfriend to stay away from him, claiming that she knows him better than she does. The lyrics suggest that the singer's relationship with her brother may be strained if he chooses to stay with his girlfriend over his sister.
The lyric "kick out the logic/with you as the prophet/I don't think you got this" implies that the girlfriend is making unreasonable demands or decisions. The use of religious imagery, such as "holy as our father," suggests that the girlfriend may be interpreting their situation in a way that is incompatible with the singer's values or beliefs. The repetition of the line "one wrong move and we're through" throughout the song emphasizes the fragility of their relationships and the high stakes of the situation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sister Wife" portray a complicated and emotionally charged situation, highlighting the tensions that can arise from a relationship involving multiple people. The song's catchy melody and lively instrumental accompaniment contrast with the darker themes of jealousy and possessiveness, creating an engaging and thought-provoking listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
So, one thing led to another
The situation escalated gradually.
You're calling her our lover
You're referring to her as a shared romantic partner.
My brother's her brother
My brother is related to her.
And if you want me to do it, I guess that I'll do it, but
I'm reluctantly agreeing to do what you're asking of me.
I'm telling you
I need to warn you about the potential consequences.
One wrong move and yeah we're through
One mistake could ruin everything for us.
Hey there sister wife
Addressing the other partner in a sarcastic or passive-aggressive way.
Get the hell out it's my night
Leave me and my partner alone tonight.
You don't know the way to his heart like I do
I am the one who truly understands what he wants and needs.
Yeah, man, kick out the logic
Dismissing the idea of using reason and sense.
With you as the prophet
Referring to the other partner as a misguided religious leader.
I don't think you got this
I don't believe you understand the situation.
And holy as our father
Invoking a religious figure to emphasize the seriousness of the situation.
I'd rather not bother, I
I would prefer to avoid conflict.
I'm stuck with two
Feeling trapped in this complicated situation with two other people.
I'm stuck with you
Feeling trapped in this complicated situation with the other partner.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDRA WINSTON, ALEXANDRA LEIGH WINSTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MckendrewLikesCats
just saw her in concert on sunday.. she's absolutely stunning and amazing :) I love you Alex!!
@ericfoster8411
I love this song/record so much. I’m glad I randomly remembered it just now.
@sunnydale22
My favourite of hers! My sisters and I love blasting this in our car and singing loudly! XDD <3
@lurizdarooster
She is totally rad, I first heard her last December and have been completely enthralled with her voice since. I hope she does well with everything. Keep up the great work Alex and band!
@Bearcraftmusic
A jolly good song. Really beautifully melodic and well produced.
@BroomyTube1
了不起的歌曲...great song....just cant stop singing the chorus
@babbittybabbitt
Great song. I'm only now finding Alex's music, but it's seriously amazing.
Ahh, polygamy and insanity.
@monikajachimczyk
Alex, you're extremaly good artist, I'm in love with all your songs :)
@takecareOOMel
Matter of opinion & obviously I love this one as well! I didn't say I liked the cover better just said that it was sick! This is beyond that! Music does that a R&B artist covering this is amazzzing because that means to some of us music is universal it sees no color or sex or preference. One love stay up be blessed.
@IndieElectroNewWave
this is awesome!!! what a great voice!