Looks Aren't Everything
Cherrelle Lyrics
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Ooh, yeah
Oh, boy
You look good to me
Ooh-ooh-ooh
You look good to me
But looks aren't everything
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
(Hey, hey, so true)
But looks aren't everything
Every woman wants a man who's beautiful
Both inside and out
But it's so hard to tell that you're the one
'Cause sometimes your eyes do
Foolish things your heart regrets, oh-oh
Ooh, boy, you look good to me (Oh, baby)
But looks aren't everything
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true (Oh, yeah)
But looks aren't everything (No, no, no)
I need more than someone visual
To satisfy me
Because I know that looks aren't everything
So what I want to know is
Can you give me more than meets my eyes?
Ooh, boy, you look good to me (Whoo! Oh, yeah)
But looks aren't everything
(Looks aren't everything, baby)
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true (Ooh, yeah)
But looks aren't everything
(Looks aren't everything)
Ooh, boy, you look good to me
(Oh, yeah, yeah, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah)
But looks aren't everything
(Looks aren't everything)
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
(You're fine)
But looks aren't everything
(But looks aren't everything, oh yeah)
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Whoo, whoo, whoo, whoo!
Ooh, boy
(Oh, baby)
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, boy
(Ooh, boy)
Ooh, boy, you look good
(Hey, hey)
Ooh, boy (Whoo!)
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, boy
Ooh, boy, you look good
I must admit it makes me feel proud to be seen with you
(Ooh, boy)
My girlfriends are so envious
And by chance if I let you see me home
When the lights are out, will you still look good to me?
(Whoo!)
Ooh, boy, you look good to me (So good)
But looks aren't everything
(Oh, looks aren't everything)
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
(Oh, yeah, and it's true)
But looks aren't everything
(Oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)
(Looks aren't everything)
Ooh, boy, you look good to me
(So good, you look so good)
But looks aren't everything
(So good, everything)
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
(Oh, you are, it's true)
But looks aren't everything (Everything, oh)
(Looks aren't everything)
Ooh, boy, you look good to me
(Whoo! Ooh, boy, ooh, boy)
But looks aren't everything
(Ooh, boy, boy)
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
(So good, good to me, boy)
But looks aren't everything
(So good, looks aren't everything)
(Looks aren't everything)
Ooh, boy, ooh, boy, you look good
The song "Looks Aren't Everything" by Cherrelle speaks of the idea that physical appearance is not everything when it comes to relationships. The repetition of "looks aren't everything" throughout the song reinforces the message that attraction is more than skin deep. Cherrelle acknowledges that every woman desires a man who is beautiful both inside and out, and that it can be hard to determine if someone possesses these qualities. She expresses her need for someone who can offer more than just visual satisfaction, implying that she recognizes the importance of emotional and intellectual connections as well. The bridge of the song adds a touch of vulnerability as Cherrelle wonders if the man in question will still be attractive to her once the lights go out, suggesting that she wants someone who is attractive on multiple levels.
In summary, "Looks Aren't Everything" is a song that highlights the importance of deeper connection beyond just physical appearance. Cherrelle's lyrics seek to remind listeners that true attraction is multifaceted and that relationships require more than just physical attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, boy, you look good to me
I find you physically attractive
But looks aren't everything
Physical appearance is not the only factor that matters
I'm attracted 'cause you're fine, it's true
I am drawn to you because you are physically attractive
(Hey, hey, so true)
Emphasizing the truth of the previous statement
Every woman wants a man who's beautiful
All women desire a partner who is physically attractive
Both inside and out
Not just physical appearance, but also character and personality
But it's so hard to tell that you're the one
It's difficult to determine if you possess the qualities that are important to me
'Cause sometimes your eyes do
Sometimes your actions or behavior do not align with what I am looking for
Foolish things your heart regrets, oh-oh
Your heart may have led you to make mistakes that you now regret
I need more than someone visual
Physical appearance alone is not enough for me
To satisfy me
I require additional qualities in a partner, beyond just physical appearance
Because I know that looks aren't everything
I am aware that there are other factors that contribute to a positive relationship
So what I want to know is
My question is
Can you give me more than meets my eyes?
Can you offer qualities beyond what can be seen externally?
I must admit it makes me feel proud to be seen with you
I feel a sense of pride being seen with someone physically attractive
My girlfriends are so envious
My female friends are jealous of me
And by chance if I let you see me home
If I allow you to come to my home
When the lights are out, will you still look good to me?
Do you possess qualities beyond just physical appearance that will still be attractive to me?
So good, you look so good
Emphasizing physical attractiveness
(So good, everything)
Physical appearance is not the only factor to consider in a relationship
(Oh, you are, it's true)
Affirming the attractiveness of the partner
(Everything, oh)
Emphasizing that there are multiple factors to consider in a relationship
(Whoo! Ooh, boy, ooh, boy)
Expressing excitement and attraction towards the partner
(Ooh, boy, boy)
Continuing to express physical attraction towards the partner
(Looks aren't everything)
Emphasizing that physical appearance is not the only factor in a relationship
Contributed by Nora F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@angel-ij6oo
THIS ENTIRE ALBUM IS DOPE !!!!!
💜❤️💋3020💋❤️💜
@pattifanalwayz7388
Jimmy and Terry
@BronzeVenus
This is CRAZY. The whole "Affair" LP is a classic but this track was sooo hot! Should have been a single.
@DLBlckwl
WOW, I think I have FORGOTTEN more Jam & Lewis hits than many people have HEARD! I'm doing the Hully Gully to this right now like it's my first time hearing it! Whew!! I tell you what, this would JAM a party TODAY!!!! Who wouldn't get on the floor to 'dis!!!! Only one problem with song--it's too short!!!
@poplife123
I'm still getting my life from this album .....beyond iconic
@pamgunn2874
This entire Album brings back memories when I was station in Korea!!! The Title say's it all... the songs where awesome..glade to hear it again after 30 years!! Albums..still in storage!!
@izakteaz
Crazy jam. when I picked up this album I wasn't expecting to get hit so hard with JAMZ including this, Discreet, Happy That You're Happy, Affair...this album sounds like a prelude to Rhythm Nation actually.
@foxysil52
I got this in cassette..can you believe how long ago that was?..man I was young I still love her songs to this day and still have the cassette..lol.
😊😊
@Ukrajina1
What an Intro!!! An this song has Magic...
@mr.morningstarwells4277
Amen! The entire album was fire jimmy jam and terry lewis