Pretty Hurts Cover
Chloe and Halle Lyrics
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What's in your head, it doesn't matter
Brush your hair, fix your teeth
What you wear is all that matters"
Just another stage pageant the pain away
This time I'm gonna take the crown
Without falling down, down, down
Pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
Perfection is a disease of a nation
Pretty hurts, pretty hurts pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
Tryna fix something
But you can't fix what you can't see
It's the soul that needs a surgery
Blonder hair, flat chest
TV says bigger is better
South beach, sugar free
Vogue says thinner is better
Just another stage, pageant the pain away
This time I'm gonna take the crown
Without falling down, down, down
Pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
Perfection is a disease of a nation
Pretty hurts, pretty hurts pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
We try to fix something
But you can't fix what you can't see
It's the soul that needs the surgery
Ain’t got no doctor or pill that
Can take the pain away
The pain's inside and nobody frees
You from your body it's the soul
It's the soul that needs surgery
(It's my soul that needs surgery)
Plastic smiles and denial can only
Take you so far
Then you break when the fake façade
Leaves you in the dark
You left with shattered mirrors and the
Shards of a beautiful past
Pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
Perfection is a disease of a nation
Pretty hurts, pretty hurts pretty hurts
We shine the light on whatever's worst
Tryna fix something
But you can't fix what you can't see
It's the soul that needs a surgery
When you're alone all by yourself
And you're lying in your bed
Reflection stares right into you
Are you happy with yourself?
You stripped away the masquerade
The illusion has been shed
Are you happy with yourself?
Are you happy with yourself?
Yeah, yes (Ah, ah, ah)
The lyrics to Chloe and Halle's song "Pretty Hurts" explore the societal pressures and negative effects of striving for physical perfection. The song starts with the mother's words of encouragement, reinforcing the belief that external appearance is the most important aspect of a person. However, the lyrics reveal the painful reality behind this pursuit of beauty. The line "Just another stage pageant the pain away" implies that individuals often participate in beauty pageants or other forms of self-presentation to escape or mask their inner pain.
The chorus emphasizes the damaging nature of society's obsession with perfection. It suggests that shining a light on what is worst about ourselves, rather than embracing our imperfections, is detrimental to our well-being. The lyrics highlight how the pressure to conform to societal standards can lead to body image issues, as evidenced by the references to blonde hair, flat chests, and the idea that bigger or thinner is better. The song makes a powerful statement that "Pretty hurts" not only physically but also emotionally and mentally.
The bridge of the song reflects the struggle of trying to find happiness and self-acceptance. It recognizes that external remedies like doctors, pills, or cosmetic procedures cannot heal the internal pain caused by societal pressures. The lyrics encapsulate the idea that true happiness comes from accepting and nurturing one's soul rather than focusing solely on physical appearances. The song ultimately encourages listeners to strip away the façade and ask themselves if they are truly happy with who they are on the inside.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama said, "You're a pretty girl
Mama told her that she is physically attractive
What's in your head, it doesn't matter
Mama implied that her inner thoughts and feelings don't hold importance
Brush your hair, fix your teeth
Mama encouraged her to focus on her physical appearance, such as grooming and dental care
What you wear is all that matters"
Mama emphasized the significance of her clothing choices as the only important thing
Just another stage pageant the pain away
Participating in beauty pageants is seen as a way to distract oneself from pain
This time I'm gonna take the crown
She is determined to win the pageant
Without falling down, down, down
She wants to achieve success without experiencing any setbacks or failures
Pretty hurts
Being physically attractive can cause emotional pain
We shine the light on whatever's worst
The media highlights and focuses on the flaws and imperfections in people's appearances
Perfection is a disease of a nation
The desire for perfection in society is seen as a harmful and widespread problem
Tryna fix something
Attempting to improve and alter one's appearance
But you can't fix what you can't see
It is impossible to change or improve something that is not visible or acknowledged
It's the soul that needs a surgery
The inner self, the soul, is in need of healing and restoration
Blonder hair, flat chest
The media promotes the belief that having blonde hair and a small chest is desirable
TV says bigger is better
Television advertisements enforce the idea that a larger size is preferable
South beach, sugar-free
The media promotes the idea that the ideal body type can be achieved through strict diets like the South Beach Diet, which avoids sugar
Vogue says thinner is better
Fashion magazines like Vogue perpetuate the notion that being thinner is superior
Ain’t got no doctor or pill that
There is no medical solution to relieve the emotional pain
Can take the pain away
No external relief can eliminate the internal suffering
The pain's inside and nobody frees
The pain is internal, and no one can release or alleviate it
You from your body, it's the soul
No one can separate you from your physical body; the soul is the true source of healing
Plastic smiles and denial can only
Putting on fake smiles and denying the pain can only offer temporary relief
Take you so far
These coping mechanisms can only provide limited comfort
Then you break when the fake façade
Eventually, you collapse when the false exterior crumbles
Leaves you in the dark
You are left in a state of confusion and sadness
You're left with shattered mirrors and the
All that remains are broken reflections and
Shards of a beautiful past
Fragments of a once-beautiful and idealized existence
When you're alone all by yourself
In moments of solitude
And you're lying in your bed
While lying in bed
Reflection stares right into you
Your own reflection confronts you
Are you happy with yourself?
Are you content and satisfied with who you truly are?
You stripped away the masquerade
You removed the façade and pretense
The illusion has been shed
The false image has been discarded
Yeah, yes (Ah, ah, ah)
Expressing agreement and the repetition of a sound effect
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@stephanemujomba5148
Chloe was 15 and Halle was 13 here. This is straight up god given talent.
@jahsaan9014
I thought they were twins
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walterisking they not twins ?!?!
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@@laytiiworld7422 nope
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God*
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*16
@444kidddd
2023 anyone? It’s crazy how much they have grown with their careers and as young woman I’m proud to be a fan of them.
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Here♥️
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2weeks later
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