O.K
Ani DiFranco Lyrics


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if you ask me
i'll say
yes please
to you today
so don't ask me
'cause i'm weak that way
just don't ask me
o.k.

i'm so glad we got that
straightened away

if you see me
walk by
you better just let me
walk by
you better not
bat your pretty eyes
you better not
stop me to say hi

i got a sweet tooth today
so you better not cut that pie

if you ask me
i'll say
yes please
to you today
so don't ask me
'cause i'm weak that way




just don't ask me
o.k.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ani DiFranco's song "O.K." are about setting boundaries and being firm in saying no to people. In the first verse, she admits that she is weak when it comes to saying no, and that she will say yes to someone even if she doesn't want to. She asks them not to ask her because she knows she will give in. The chorus repeats this sentiment, emphasizing the need for boundaries in relationships.


The second verse is more assertive, with Ani telling someone not to bother her as she walks by. She won't be swayed by looks or pleasantries, as she is in control of her own choices. The last line of the verse is a metaphor for her desire for something sweet, and she won't be denied what she wants.


Overall, the song is about the importance of knowing one's own limits and asserting oneself to others, without letting them influence or control your actions. It's a call to take control of one's own boundaries and desires without external pressure.


Line by Line Meaning

if you ask me
If you were to inquire with me


i'll say
I'll respond willingly


yes please
With a statement of affirmation and politeness


to you today
Directly to your current state of being


so don't ask me
But, please refrain from questioning me


'cause i'm weak that way
Due to my own personal shortcomings that make me susceptible


just don't ask me
A plea to avoid pressing further


o.k.
An agreement to cease the line of questioning


i'm so glad we got that
A statement expressing relief upon reaching an understanding


straightened away
Having resolved the previous confusion or tension


if you see me
In the event that I am within your range of vision


walk by
Moving past without stopping for a conversation


you better just let me
A request to not interrupt or redirect course


you better not
An implication of the potential consequences if the request is ignored


bat your pretty eyes
Directing not to use charm when interacting


stop me to say hi
Asking that pleasantries are kept brief and subtle


i got a sweet tooth today
A phrase indicating a craving for something pleasant


so you better not cut that pie
Asking to refrain from indulging in that particular pleasure




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANI DIFRANCO

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