Fortune Cookie
EMMA BALE feat. MILOW Lyrics


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Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu

They say, "Emma, you don't understand,
You will need a helping hand"
They say, "Emma you're so way too young;
Just be quiet, bite your tongue"
Maybe I should listen to the ones who say
There's only black and white, and only one right way
All I need is time to figure this all out
And why am I waiting on the other side?
And why do you say I'm wrong, when you know I'm right?
I need lucky numbers, and a Chinese phrase in a fortune cookie on rainy days
And I say

Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu

I say, Emma, you will make it far
But only by being who you are
So I say, let them talk, and don't be shy
Emma, keep your head up high

I don't wanna listen to the ones who say
There's only black and white, and only one right way
Give me some time, and I'll figure it all out
And why am I waiting on the other side?
And why do you say I'm wrong, when you know I'm right?
I need lucky numbers, and a Chinese phrase in a fortune cookie on rainy days
And I say

Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu

And why am I waiting on the other side?
And why do you say I'm wrong, when you know I'm right?
I need lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase in a fortune cookie on rainy days
I say





Tu tu turu turu tu
Tu tu turu turu tu

Overall Meaning

The song "Fortune Cookie" by Emma Bale feat. Milow is about a young girl named Emma who is facing criticism and disapproval from those around her, who believe she is too young to achieve her dreams. Emma's response is one of determination and defiance, as she refuses to listen to the naysayers and instead focuses on being true to herself. She recognizes that there may be obstacles in her path, but she is willing to overcome them to achieve her goals. Emma seeks inspiration and guidance from a fortune cookie, hoping to find lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase to guide her on her journey. Ultimately, Emma remains confident in her own abilities and refuses to be held back by the doubts of others.


The lyrics of the song convey a message of empowerment, encouraging listeners to believe in themselves and their dreams, even in the face of adversity. The song also highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and not allowing others to dictate one's path in life. The reference to the fortune cookie adds a playful and relatable element to the song, reminding listeners that sometimes words of wisdom can come from unexpected sources.


Line by Line Meaning

They say, "Emma, you don't understand, You will need a helping hand"
Emma is told that she is insufficient


"Emma you're so way too young; Just be quiet, bite your tongue"
Emma is told to be silent and submissive because of her age


Maybe I should listen to the ones who say There's only black and white, and only one right way
Emma considers conforming to the narrow opinions of others


All I need is time to figure this all out And why am I waiting on the other side? And why do you say I'm wrong, when you know I'm right?
Emma rejects the notion that she is wrong and wants to take her time to figure things out


I need lucky numbers, and a Chinese phrase in a fortune cookie on rainy days And I say
Emma desires a sense of guidance and comfort from external sources


I say, Emma, you will make it far But only by being who you are So I say, let them talk, and don't be shy Emma, keep your head up high
Emma encourages herself to be confident in her individuality and not be swayed by others


I don't wanna listen to the ones who say There's only black and white, and only one right way Give me some time, and I'll figure it all out
Emma expresses her resistance to conforming to the limited perspectives of others


And why am I waiting on the other side? And why do you say I'm wrong, when you know I'm right?
Emma reiterates her belief in her own correctness and questions why others doubt her


I need lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase in a fortune cookie on rainy days And I say
Emma continues to seek comfort and guidance from external sources


Tu tu turu turu tu Tu tu turu turu tu Tu tu turu turu tu Tu tu turu turu tu
Repetitive chorus




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@maiteloones7700

Tutu turu turu tu (2x)



They say Emma, you don't understand

You will need a helping hand

They say Emma, you're still way too young

Just be quiet, bite your tongue

Maybe I should listen to the ones who say there's

only black and white and only one right way

All I need is time to figure this all out

And why am I waiting on the other side

and why do you say I'm wrong when you know I'm right

I need lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase

in a fortune cookie on rainy days



And I say

Tutu turu turu tu (4x)



I say Emma, you will make it far

but only by being who you are

so I say let them talk and don't be shy

Emma, keep your head up high



I no longer listen to the ones who say there's

only black and white and only one right way

Give me some time and I will figure it all out

And why am I waiting on the other side

and why do you say I'm wrong when you know I'm right

I need lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase

in a fortune cookie on rainy days



And I say

Tutu turu turu tu (4x)



And I, I'm waiting on the other side

and why do you say I'm wrong when you know I'm right

I need lucky numbers and a Chinese phrase

in a fortune cookie on rainy days

I say tutu turu turu tu (2x)



All comments from YouTube:

@theunusualway2315

I heard this song in Imbiss a couple of months ago. I was eating a toast. It was good, I have to admit. Both the song and the toast.

@theunusualway2315

+Dani Alb I gave myself a like, lol

@liaraminne7730

TheUnusualWay met

@aliyah-yn3gh

Dit is prachtig ik kan goed zingen🤗

@johnnybgood1169

😄 Very good!

@manonvawe2203

TheUnusualWay 😂

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@DestiiG

she has a beautiful voice! I fell in love

@amiro222

Can't believe she is only 17. Great Talent. Bravo.

@spatatutube

So in ryrhme, so beautiful and so different. So pure.

@belgiquecitygang

J'adore , le clip est absolument magique. Félicitation Emma pour ton talent et bisous , Milow et toi formez un super duo !!!

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