In the 2000s, Ballard made television appearances including a concert part of the "Teensation" concert series, performing live with both James Brown and Josh Groban; toured the country with The Radio Disney Tour, and appeared on the cover of several publications, including Billboard magazine; and appeared and performed on The Jenny Jones Show.
Her music was featured on an Atlantic Records compilation called Rock N Sole which shipped over 60,000 units to Sam Goody stores.
She also appeared on the Pokémon: The First Movie soundtrack and the Center Stage soundtrack
Girls Like Me
Ashley Ballard Lyrics
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we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to choose, win or lose
Before you hold my hand
you better understand
you can't hold me down
'Cause me and all my girls
we're running our own world
we make the rules
and we stand our ground
So call us crazy, that's O.K.
we're doing things I always
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to choose, win or lose
Girls like me, we just wanna be free
talkin' loud as we walk down the street
life is just a party
Before we kiss goodnight
I hope you heard me right
don't wanna lead you on
I'm just in no big rush
to get too serious
I'm meant to livin' the way I want
I like you, please don't get me wrong
I'm groovin' to my own song
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to choose, win or lose
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Girls like me, we just wanna be free
talkin loud as we walk down the street
Life is just a party
School is out and the summer is in
now it's time for the fun to begin
Life is just a party
So call us crazy, that's O.K.
we're doing things I always
I like you, please don't get me wrong
I'm groovin' to my own song
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to choose, win or lose
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to choose, win or lose
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Girls like me
we just wanna be
Free to be who we need to be
you can never change
*Repeat til fade*
Ashley Ballard's song Girls Like Me is an anthem for female empowerment and independence. The first two lines of the chorus sum up the message of the song: "Girls like me, we just wanna be free to be who we need to be, you can never change." The singer emphasizes that she and her friends are in control of their own lives and destinies. They want the freedom to make their own choices and to live their lives on their own terms, without being held down by anyone else's expectations or demands.
The song also touches on the topic of relationships. Before anyone can get close to them, the girls in the song demand that they be understood and respected for who they are. They don't want to be tied down or pressured into anything too serious too quickly. It's clear that for the girls in the song, their focus is on enjoying themselves and living in the moment.
One of the most powerful aspects of this song is its positive energy. The girls are unapologetic about who they are and what they want, and they celebrate their autonomy with enthusiasm. The chorus is catchy and upbeat, making it impossible not to sing along and feel empowered by the message. Overall, Ashley Ballard's Girls Like Me is a fun and inspiring song that encourages women to stand up for themselves, embrace their individuality, and live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Girls like me
The type of girl that I am
we just wanna be
Our goal is to be happy and live life on our own terms
Free to be who we need to be
We want the freedom to be ourselves without judgment or restrictions
you can never change
No one can force us to be anything other than ourselves
Free to choose, win or lose
We want the freedom to make our own choices and accept the consequences, whether good or bad
Before you hold my hand
Before we become closer in a relationship
you better understand
You need to understand and respect my desire for independence
you can't hold me down
You can't control or restrict me in any way
'Cause me and all my girls
My friends and I
we're running our own world
We are in charge of our own lives and decisions
we make the rules
We set our own standards and expectations
and we stand our ground
We are firm in our convictions and beliefs
So call us crazy, that's O.K.
Even if others think our behavior is strange or unconventional, we are comfortable with ourselves
we're doing things I always
We are living life to the fullest and pursuing our passions
Girls like me, we just wanna be free
As girls like me, our primary goal is freedom to live our lives to the fullest
talkin loud as we walk down the street
We are loud and proud about who we are
Life is just a party
We view life as a celebration of joy and freedom
Before we kiss goodnight
Before we get too close in a relationship
I hope you heard me right
I hope you understand and accept my desire for independence
don't wanna lead you on
I don't want to give you the wrong impression about what I want in a relationship
I'm just in no big rush
I don't feel the need to rush into anything serious
to get too serious
I am content living in the moment, without worrying about the future
I'm meant to livin' the way I want
I am meant to live my life on my own terms, without conforming to others' expectations
I like you, please don't get me wrong
I do have feelings for you, but that doesn't mean I want to compromise my independence
I'm groovin' to my own song
I'm living my life in my own unique way
Girls like me
The type of girl that I am
Free to be who we need to be
We want the freedom to be ourselves without judgment or restrictions
Free to choose, win or lose
We want the freedom to make our own choices and accept the consequences, whether good or bad
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Repeated line for emphasis and expression of joy and freedom
Contributed by Benjamin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.