"“Jeannie” was my first foray into making really fun, sort of weird pop music. I wrote the whole song, including the programmed drums, on a little digital synthesizer called the OP-1. It felt like a relief making something that still told a serious story but tasted like candy to my ears. It’s a direction I’m definitely going to keep exploring. The story, like life, is meant to be a kind of grotesque, whimsical tragi-comedy. This was especially fun for me because I get to play more of a voyeuristic role, which is how I feel in the narrative of the song itself."
- Ellen Johnson, Paste Magazine
Jeannie Becomes a Mom
Caroline Rose Lyrics
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Jeannie gonna buy a big house there
Split level, a cul-de-sac
Jeannie gonna get her some big hair, yeah
Gonna find a father figure
'Cause she, 'cause she a deadbeat dad who's crushed cigarettes
Jeannie gonna find a keeper
Gonna find a keeper to treat her well
But the world don't stop
Even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life
Mmm little boy go 'coo coo coo coo coo'
Mmm new clothes, new sho-o-o-o-oes
White linen and lavishly perfumed
Are you gonna paint that apple blue?
But the world don't stop
Mmm even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
But the world don't stop
Mmm even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
The song “Jeannie Becomes a Mom” by Caroline Rose explores the journey of a young woman named Jeannie who is embarking on a new chapter of her life. The song begins with Jeannie leaving her hometown of Topeka and moving to a new place where she plans to buy a big house and start a family. She hopes to find a father figure for her child since the biological father is not involved in the child’s life. Jeannie wants to find a loving partner who will take care of her and her child. She's also excited to embrace the new environment by changing her looks and attitude.
However, the lyrics suggest that Jeannie’s idealized vision of life might not turn out to be as perfect as she imagined. The chorus repeatedly reminds her and the listener that time won’t stop, and that there will be challenges in life even when living in color. Life goes on with or without our consent, and we must learn to adapt and cope in our changed circumstances. The lines “Now you’re in real life” emphasize that Jeannie has entered a new dimension where she must face the realities of raising a child as a single mother.
The chorus asserts the idea that the world does not stop for anyone, no matter how challenging the situation we may be in. Through this song, Caroline Rose touches on the themes of growing up, accepting responsibility, and embracing the challenges of parenthood. The song paints a clear picture of the difficulties one faces when moving out of their comfort zone and confronting reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Moving outside Topeka
Jeannie is leaving Topeka to go somewhere else.
Jeannie gonna buy a big house there
Jeannie plans on purchasing a large home in her new location.
Split level, a cul-de-sac
Jeannie desires a home with multiple levels and located on a cul-de-sac.
Jeannie gonna get her some big hair, yeah
Jeannie intends on having her hair styled in a large and noticeable way.
Gonna find a father figure
Jeannie is seeking a male role model in her life.
'Cause she, 'cause she a deadbeat dad who's crushed cigarettes
Jeannie's father figure was unreliable and had a habit of crushing his cigarettes.
Jeannie gonna find a keeper
Jeannie will search for a committed and dependable partner.
Gonna find a keeper to treat her well
Jeannie desires a partner who will treat her with kindness and respect.
But the world don't stop
Life continues to move forward, regardless of one's circumstances.
Even when you're living in colour
Despite living a bright and vibrant life, one cannot escape the passage of time.
No, the world don't stop
The world will continue to move on, even when one feels like they need a break.
Time is only gonna pass you by
The duration of time will continue to pass, regardless of what one does.
Now you're in real life
After one's dreams and plans are realized, they must confront the realities of everyday life.
Mmm little boy go 'coo coo coo coo coo'
A baby boy is making typical baby noises.
Mmm new clothes, new sho-o-o-o-oes
Jeannie has new clothing and shoes.
White linen and lavishly perfumed
Jeannie's clothing is made of white linen and has been heavily scented.
Are you gonna paint that apple blue?
This line is nonsensical and its meaning is open to interpretation.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Caroline Rose
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gerson Medina
[Verse 1]
Moving outside Topeka
Jeannie gonna buy her a big house there
Split level, a cul-de-sac
Jeannie gonna get her some big hair, yeah
Gonna find a father figure
Cushy cushy, a deadbeat dad, his crush cigarettes
Jeannie gonna find a keeper
Gonna find a keeper to treat her well
[Chorus]
But the world don't stop
Even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life
[Verse 2]
Mmm, little boy, go 'coo coo coo coo coo'
Mmm, new clothes, new sho-o-o-o-oes
White linen and lavishly perfumed
Oh, you're gonna paint that apple blue
[Chorus]
But the world don't stop
Mmm, even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
[Chorus]
But the world don't stop
Mmm, even when you're living in colour
No, the world don't stop
But the world don't stop
No, the world don't stop
Time is only gonna pass you by
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
Now you're in real life, now you're in real life
Socially Scientific
I'm still shocked that this song didn't become a WAY bigger hit than it did.
Caitlin O
theres still time
Sylvie Haisman
It's too cool for modern people, who struggle with irony and acerbic wit
Don Sulis
Great songs and artists don’t necessarily catch fire instantly as they did in decades past. Sometimes they have to be unearthed through ads, tv shows, movies, Spotify playlists, etc. Rest assured Caroline Rose will be adored one day.
Gotcha B*tch
Share tf out of it!
Andres Rojas Anton
truth
Arthur Sultan
Every once in a while you hear a song that is so wonderful it stops you in your tracks......this is one of them.
Nadia Venice
Heard it at the gas station and downloaded it straight away
Carl Skelton
I hear you brother. This is superb.
Phil _
Nadia Venice same