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Big Girls Don't Cry
Dirty Dancing Lyrics
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Big girls don't cry
Big girls don't cry
(They don't cry)
Big girls don't cry
(Who said they don't cry?)
(My oh my)
My girl didn't cry
(I wonder why?)
(Silly boy) Told my girl we had to break up
(Silly boy) Hoped that she would call my bluff
(Silly boy) When she said to my surprise
"Big girls don't cry"
Big girls don't cry
(They don't cry)
Big girls don't cry
(Who said they don't cry?)
(Maybe) I was cruel
(I was cruel)
Baby, I'm a fool
(I'm such a fool)
(Silly girl) Shame on you, your mama said
(Silly girl) Shame on you, you're cryin' in bed
(Silly girl) Shame on you, you told a lie
Big girls do cry
Big girls don't cry
(They don't cry)
Big girls don't cry
(That's just an alibi)
Big girls don't cry
Big girls don't cry
Big girls don't cry
Big girls don't cry
Big girls don't cry
The song "Big Girls Don't Cry" by The Four Seasons, featured in Dirty Dancing, is a catchy and upbeat tune about love and breakups. Upon first listen, the song may seem to suggest that strong women do not cry, but upon closer inspection, the lyrics reveal a deeper message. The first verse of the song tells the story of a man who broke up with his girlfriend, but is surprised that she did not cry. The chorus then repeats the idea that big girls don't cry, challenging societal expectations of what it means to be a strong and independent woman. However, the second verse shows the flip side, as the singer admits to being a fool and causing his girlfriend to cry. The final chorus then changes the message, recognizing that big girls do cry and it's okay to show emotion.
The song "Big Girls Don't Cry" reflects the societal pressures women, and to an extent, men face to conform to traditionally masculine ideals. Strong women are often expected to suppress their emotions and not show vulnerability, leading to a culture of emotional repression that can have negative consequences. The song's message encourages listeners to challenge these expectations and embrace their emotions, regardless of gender.
Line by Line Meaning
Big girls don't cry
Crying is not a characteristic of mature and strong women.
Big girls don't cry
Reiterating the fact that big, strong girls don't shed tears unnecessarily.
Big girls don't cry
Emphasizing that women who are strong and independent do not let their emotions overpower them.
My girl said goodbye
My girlfriend ended our relationship.
My girl didn't cry
Surprisingly, my girlfriend didn't cry when she ended things.
(Silly boy) Told my girl we had to break up
I was foolish for telling my girlfriend that we needed to end the relationship.
(Silly boy) Hoped that she would call my bluff
I was hoping that my girlfriend wouldn't take the break-up seriously - I was wrong.
(Silly boy) When she said to my surprise, "Big girls don't cry"
I was taken aback when my girlfriend responded to the break-up by reminding me that real women don't cry over men.
Maybe I was cruel
It's possible that I was harsh and insensitive during the relationship's end.
Baby, I'm a fool
I've come to realize that I made a mistake.
(Silly girl) Shame on you, your mama said
The girl's mother thinks that she's acting foolishly.
(Silly girl) Shame on you, you're cryin' in bed
The girl feels ashamed for crying after the break-up.
(Silly girl) Shame on you, you told a lie
The girl is being called out for her insincerity about "big girls don't cry."
Big girls don't cry
Reaffirming the idea that real, strong women don't cry over men.
Big girls don't cry
Reiterating that crying is not an acceptable trait for confident and capable women.
Big girls don't cry
Reminding girls that they should be strong and independent, and not let themselves fall apart because of a man.
Big girls don't cry
Emphasizing that mature and strong women should not let emotions control them.
Big girls don't cry
Closing with the idea that crying is not a trait of a truly strong and resilient woman.
Contributed by Parker Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Blackberry Muffin
this are the songs I'll listen to when I am in bad mood and I end up singing, smiling and dancing! best music therapy ever
mel
I was literally crying one minute ago and now I’m singing this
Stefania Bucci
Me too! now...in 2022...from Italy!
Lucia Cadamuro
Amooo demais Dirty Dancing 😍😍🎶🎶🎶👏👏👏
Sea Anemone
Whoever is behind Dirty Dancing soundtrack should be given an award!
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Truee
Der richtige Domas
It's one of my absolute favorite soundtracks of all time and I'm not even a huge fan of the movie itself.
Existential Phan Trash
I absolutley love this movie and this is just such a funny song I listen to it over and over again!
CircleJerkHOLLIS
Wow, how could i not realise how many classics are in this film! :O
Benjamin Le Bonhomme
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