Personality
Ann-Margret & Al Hirt Lyrics
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Said all the gentlemen "Obviously,"
"The madam has the cutest personality"
And think of all the books about Du Barry's looks
What was it made her the toast of Paree?
She had a well-developed personality
(Or Figaro in Figarette?)
(Or Jupiter in Juno?)
You know!
And when Salome danced and had the boys entranced
No doubt it must have been easy to see
That she knew how to use her personality
(A girl can learn to spell and take dictation well)
(And never sit on the boss's left knee)
(Unless she's got a perfect personality)
(A girl can get somewhere in spite of stringy hair)
(Or even just a bit bowed at the knee)
(If she can show a faultless personality)
Why are certain girls offered certain things
Like sable coats and wedding rings?
By men who wear their spats right?
(That's right!)
(So don'tcha say "I'm smart and have the kindest heart"
(Or "what a wonderful sister I'd be")
Just tell me how you like my
Mercer> "Rufff!!
(Personality)
Baby, you've got the cutest
Personality!!
The song "Personality" by Ann-Margret and Al Hirt is a tribute to the charm and allure of individuals with well-developed personalities. In the first verse, the song references Madame Pompadour, who was renowned for her elegance and charisma. The gentlemen of the ballroom were obviously enamored by her personality, suggesting that it was her personality more than her physical beauty that captured their attention. The second verse references another notorious figure, Du Barry, and suggests that her well-developed personality is what made her the toast of Paris.
The chorus of the song goes on to highlight how much of an impact a person's personality can have on their life. Whether it's a woman who is able to use her personality to captivate and entrance, or a girl who is able to get ahead in life despite not having any particularly attractive physical qualities, the power of personality is central to the song's message. The final verse seems to suggest that men are particularly drawn to women with strong personalities, and that it is this quality that makes them willing to offer them luxuries like sable coats and wedding rings.
Line by Line Meaning
When Madam Pompadour was on a ballroom floor
Said all the gentlemen "Obviously,"
"The madam has the cutest personality"
Even Madame Pompadour, famously known for her beauty, still had men talk about her personality and how pleasant she was to be around.
And think of all the books about Du Barry's looks
What was it made her the toast of Paree?
She had a well-developed personality
Du Barry was a French socialite who was just as famous for her charming personality as she was for her looks.
(What did Romeo see in Juliet?)
(Or Figaro in Figarette?)
(Or Jupiter in Juno?)
You know!
Some couples are attracted to each other because of their personalities, not just their appearances.
And when Salome danced and had the boys entranced
No doubt it must have been easy to see
That she knew how to use her personality
Salome's beauty and dancing were notable, but she was also able to captivate people because of her charming personality.
(A girl can learn to spell and take dictation well)
(And never sit on the boss's left knee)
(Unless she's got a perfect personality)
Even if a girl is not conventionally attractive or skilled in certain areas, she can still succeed if she has a great personality.
(A girl can get somewhere in spite of stringy hair)
(Or even just a bit bowed at the knee)
(If she can show a faultless personality)
A girl's physical appearance does not always hold her back from achieving success, as long as she has a charming and genuine personality.
Why are certain girls offered certain things
Like sable coats and wedding rings?
By men who wear their spats right?
(That's right!)
Men are often attracted to women with great personalities, and may offer them material things as a result.
(So don'tcha say "I'm smart and have the kindest heart"
(Or "what a wonderful sister I'd be")
Just tell me how you like my
Mercer> "Rufff!!
(Personality)
Instead of listing off your good qualities, just show people your true personality and let them judge for themselves.
Baby, you've got the cutest
Personality!!
The song acknowledges that personality is just as important as physical appearance, and someone can be attractive simply because of their great personality.
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