Barbie Girl
Aqua愀 Lyrics
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Hi Ken!
Do you want to go for a ride?
Sure Ken
Jump in
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
I'm a blond bimbo girl, in a fantasy world
Dress me up, make it tight, I'm your dolly
You're my doll, rock'n'roll, feel the glamor in pink
Kiss me here, touch me there, hanky panky
You can touch
you can play
if you say "I'm always yours"
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
Make me walk, make me talk, do whatever you please
I can act like a star, I can beg on my knees
Come jump in, bimbo friend, let us do it again
Hit the town, fool around, let's go party
You can touch
you can play
If you say "I'm always yours"
You can touch
you can play,
If you say "I'm always yours"
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Ah ah ah yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party! (Oh oh)
Oh, I'm having so much fun!
Well Barbie, we are just getting started
Oh, I love you Ken
The lyrics for Aqua's "Barbie Girl" are essentially a tongue-in-cheek reflection on stereotypes of femininity, consumerism, and the cultural phenomenon that is Barbie. The opening dialogue between Barbie and Ken suggests a playful innocence, while the lyrics that follow reveal a subversive edge that pokes fun at societal expectations of women. The song promotes the notion that life can be whatever you make it, and in this case, it's a fantasy world where Barbie is not only a doll, but a living, breathing entity.
The chorus of "I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world, life in plastic, it's fantastic" reinforces the idea that Barbie is a symbol of perfection, unable to age or change, always looking good and having fun. The lyrics "you can brush my hair, undress me everywhere, imagination, life is your creation" suggest an over-sexualized Barbie that is always available and obedient to her owner's whims. However, this interpretation is up for debate, as some argue that the lyrics are simply a playful invitation to engage in imaginative play.
Overall, the song can be seen as a satire on the often problematic nature of toy culture and the concept of gender roles, with the lyrics embracing gender stereotypes while simultaneously mocking them.
Line by Line Meaning
Hiya Barbie
Greeting to the doll named Barbie
Hi Ken!
Response to the greeting from Barbie's partner, Ken
Do you want to go for a ride?
Questioning Ken if he wants to engage in a fun activity
Sure Ken
Agreeing to Ken's suggestion
I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world
Identifying oneself as a doll named Barbie, living in a world associated with the doll
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
Expressing satisfaction with the lifestyle associated with being a plastic doll
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Giving permission to manipulate the doll's hair and clothing, in a suggestive manner
Imagination, life is your creation
Highlighting the role of imagination in creating the doll's life and experiences
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
Encouragement to engage in a social event
I'm a blond bimbo girl, in a fantasy world
Describing oneself as a blonde, attractive, and silly doll living in a world characterized by fantasy
Dress me up, make it tight, I'm your dolly
Requesting to be dressed in a manner that enhances the aesthetic appeal of the doll, underscoring the objectification of women
You're my doll, rock'n'roll, feel the glamor in pink
Referring to Ken as the doll's partner, highlighting the glamor associated with the color pink and the rock'n'roll music genre often associated with rebellious attitudes
Kiss me here, touch me there, hanky panky
Inviting sexual advances, using playful and provocative language
You can touch
Granting permission for physical contact
you can play
Granting permission for playful activities
if you say "I'm always yours"
Requiring a verbal affirmation of loyalty and ownership from Ken
Make me walk, make me talk, do whatever you please
Offering to be completely submissive and controlled by Ken
I can act like a star, I can beg on my knees
Indicating the doll's ability to adapt to different situations, even if it involves degradation and humiliation
Come jump in, bimbo friend, let us do it again
Inviting a female friend to join in, using a derogatory term to reference her appearance
Hit the town, fool around, let's go party
Proposing going out and engaging in uncommitted sexual activities
Oh, I'm having so much fun!
Expressing enjoyment of the current experience
Well Barbie, we are just getting started
Assuming there is more fun to be had, and encouraging Barbie to stay engaged
Oh, I love you Ken
Expressing affection towards Barbie's partner, Ken
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHNNY (USE: PEDERSON, JOHNNY MOSEGAARD, KARSTEN DAHLGAARD, CLAUS NORREN, SOREN RASTED, RENE DIF, LENE NYSTROM
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