Cocoa Butter
Alicia Keys Lyrics


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Cocoa butter on one of your arms?
You're supposed to put cocoa butter on your whole body

Listen, I'm talking to remove something that you're insecure about
But listen man, are you insecure about anything on you?
No, but there's women that are insecure about stretch marks

You insecure about something, what you insecure about?
Now you gon' have to share

My chipped tooth, I'm insecure about this bunion I got on my foot
Women are insecure about stretch marks, that's why they hide 'em
That's why they say stretch marks are your beauty scars
You just say, you wanna hit someone
Is you gonna hit, the joint you put me on one time was beautiful
Which joint I put you on? Listen but her stomach was a prune
But I still kissed her





Hold up, listen, listen, this is the thing
If you kissed her stomach and you cut your lip

Overall Meaning

"Cocoa Butter" by Alicia Keys is a thought-provoking song that delves into societal expectations of beauty and self-perception. The lyrics paint a conversation between two individuals discussing insecurities and how they differ for men and women.


The first part of the song highlights the use of cocoa butter, a skincare product known for its moisturizing properties. The line "Cocoa butter on one of your arms? You're supposed to put cocoa butter on your whole body" suggests that self-care and self-acceptance should extend beyond a single body part. It implies that we should embrace our entire selves, including the aspects we may feel insecure about.


The conversation then shifts to insecurities, with one person asking if the other is insecure about anything. When the response is negative, the focus turns to women who are insecure about stretch marks. This dialogue exposes the double standards and societal pressure placed on women to conform to a certain beauty standard. The mention of stretch marks as "beauty scars" challenges the notion that imperfections are something to be ashamed of, urging acceptance and self-love.


The second part of the song touches on personal insecurities. Alicia Keys shares her insecurity about a chipped tooth, while the other person mentions a bunion on their foot. The conversation suggests that both men and women have insecurities, but the pressures and expectations imposed on women are often more intense.


Ultimately, "Cocoa Butter" encourages listeners to embrace their flaws and challenges society's beauty standards. It aims to promote self-acceptance and self-love, reminding us that our imperfections are what make us unique and beautiful.


Line by Line Meaning

Cocoa butter on one of your arms?
Why are you only applying cocoa butter on one part of your body?


You're supposed to put cocoa butter on your whole body
It is recommended to apply cocoa butter on your entire body for its benefits.


Listen, I'm talking to remove something that you're insecure about
Listen, I'm suggesting a solution to eliminate something that makes you feel insecure.


But listen man, are you insecure about anything on you?
Do you have any personal insecurities?


No, but there's women that are insecure about stretch marks
No, but there are women who feel insecure about their stretch marks.


You insecure about something, what you insecure about?
If you have any insecurities, what are they?


Now you gon' have to share
Now you're going to have to reveal your insecurities.


My chipped tooth, I'm insecure about this bunion I got on my foot
Personally, I feel insecure about my chipped tooth and the bunion on my foot.


Women are insecure about stretch marks, that's why they hide 'em
Women feel insecure about their stretch marks, and that's why they try to conceal them.


That's why they say stretch marks are your beauty scars
To make people feel better about their stretch marks, they are referred to as beauty scars.


You just say, you wanna hit someone
You simply express the desire to hit someone.


Is you gonna hit, the joint you put me on one time was beautiful
Are you going to enjoy using the drug I introduced you to, which was a wonderful experience.


Which joint I put you on? Listen but her stomach was a prune
Which drug did I introduce to you? However, her stomach appeared withered.


But I still kissed her
Nevertheless, I still kissed her.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Alicia Augello Cook

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