Produced by … Read Full Bio ↴Song written by Ashlee Simpson, Chad Hugo, Kenna, Jim Beanz
Produced by Chad Hugo, Kenna.
Second single from her third album, “Bittersweet world”. Although the song did not have much promotion due to Ashlee Simpson’s pregnancy, “Boys” was performed in some TV programs like “Good Morning America” and “Dancing with the stars”.
BOYS
Ashlee Simpson Lyrics
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When I bat my eyes and walk by
They say I'm such a tease
But that's just me
Take it or leave it baby
Don't mean to impose boy ill let you know
You're hearing me sayin'
I'm not one of those girls that you think you know
You can talk that talk listen
Boys boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
They follow my voice
Boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
Some say that I always insinuate
I can get my way, so true
Because my kiss is like, kryptonite
I can make em weak I'm so cruel
Don't mean to impose boy I'll let you know
You're hearing me say yes
I'm saying no
But you'll never get the best of me
Cause I get what I want and I know what I need
Boys boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
They follow my voice
Boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
Use your head but not that one
One track mind, one track mind, one track mind
Use your head but not that one
One track mind, one track mind, one track mind
Don't mean to impose boy ill let you know
You're hearing my say yes
I'm saying no
But you'll never get the best of me
Cause I get what I want and I know what I need
Boys boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
They follow my voice
Boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
Boys boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
They follow my voice
Boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme
Boys, boys
Boys, boys
Boys, boys
The lyrics to Ashlee Simpson's song "Boys" suggest a confident and independent persona who is aware of her physical appeal to the opposite gender. She acknowledges that some guys are enticed by her mere presence, but she is not a pushover and will not succumb to their advances. Ashlee asserts her control by stating that she can get what she wants but will not compromise her standards or beliefs. She also describes how men are easily influenced by her charisma, and her kiss is so potent that it weakens their will power.
The chorus of the song, "Boys boys boys they gimme gimme they gimme, they follow my voice," further reflects Ashlee's self-assured attitude towards her allure. She does not shy away from taking charge of her interactions with men and making sure that they understand her expectations. The line, "Use your head but not that one, one track mind, one track mind, one track mind," advises men to exercise their reasoning capacity but not to let their desire for her cloud their judgment.
Overall, the lyrics to "Boys" portray a woman who is confident, assertive, and well-versed in navigating the attraction and attention she receives from men.
Line by Line Meaning
Some say I make the guys, hypnotized
Some people claim that I have a way of mesmerizing guys with my presence.
When I bat my eyes and walk by
My actions, such as fluttering my eyelashes while walking, are what grab their attention.
They say I'm such a tease
I'm often accused of leading guys on but that's just who I am.
But that's just me
Being perceived as a flirt is just part of my personality and I'm not going to change it for anyone.
Take it or leave it baby
I'm not going to alter my demeanor just to please someone else.
Don't mean to impose boy ill let you know
I don't want to be pushy but I want to be clear.
You're hearing me sayin'
I want to emphasize the point that I'm about to make next.
I'm sayin' no
I'm putting my foot down and saying 'no' to whatever advance he was about to make.
I'm not one of those girls that you think you know
Don't stereotype me as some easy girl that'll be bought by simple flattery.
You can talk that talk listen
You can try to seduce me with your words but it doesn't mean I'm going to fall for it. Pay attention to what I just said.
Some say that I always insinuate
Others accuse me of suggesting things without actually saying them directly.
I can get my way, so true
I often use my charm and personality to influence others and get what I want.
Because my kiss is like, kryptonite
Guys find my kiss irresistible and it can weaken them easily.
I can make em weak I'm so cruel
It might be a little bit malicious how much control I have over guys when I'm being charismatic.
But you'll never get the best of me
I'm in control of my own life and not going to fall for games others might play with me.
Cause I get what I want and I know what I need
I've figured out my own desires and know exactly how to go about achieving them.
Use your head but not that one
Guys sometimes think with their desire more than their common sense and that often fails them.
One track mind, one track mind, one track mind
Men are usually very narrowly focused and don't consider the entire picture before making decisions like pursuing someone aggressively.
Boys
The idea behind the refraining chant is that I am continuously impressed by just how many men fall for my tricks.
boys
I keep repeating 'boys' in almost a mocking tone to show how silly they can be sometimes.
Boys, boys
Essentially, the song is about how I can attract and control men of all kinds. I keep repeating their name because that's what the song is all about.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: JAMES DAVID WASHINGTON, KENNA ZEMEDKUN, ASHLEE SIMPSON, CHARLES HUGO
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