Better In Yellow
Ferris & Sylvester Lyrics
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Ooooo-o-oh
I think that you look good with your hair down
I never liked it tied back
Tell me why you walk around with your head bowed
You′re not the kind to blend into the crowd
Girl of the future
Black doesn't suit ya
And I hope it′s not to do with your fellow
Why you've painted your eyelids black
And thrown out all your clothes
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oooooh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
Girl I think you're losing yourself
You′ve left your senses, always sounding pretentious
Does it work to try and be someone else?
It seems a lot of effort to justify yourself
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oooooh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
Why are you always playing the fool?
Your face is creasing but the joke wasn′t pleasing
Forgive me love, but this just ain't you
Don′t think so hard about the way that you move
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oooooh, I think that you look better in yellow
(You look better too)
I think that you look better in yellow
(You look better too)
I think that you look better in yellow
Oooooh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
The lyrics of Ferris & Sylvester's song "Better In Yellow" seem to express the singer's opinion about a girl who changed her appearance and the way she presents herself. The opening lines suggest that the singer prefers the girl's hair down rather than tied back, and wonders why she walks around with her head bowed low when it is clear that she doesn't belong to the crowd. The moment the singer says "And I think that you look better in yellow," it becomes clear that the song isn't just a commentary on the girl's appearance but also an observation that she is losing herself, trying too hard to be someone else, and failing to express her truest self.
The singer seems to be urging the girl to reconsider her choices, to stop playing the fool, stop being pretentious, and stop worrying too much about how she moves or presents herself. The singer wants the girl to know that she is beautiful just the way she is, and that the color yellow suits her better than the black she currently wears. The song, therefore, is not just a love song but also a song about identity, self-expression, and individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
I think that you look good with your hair down
I prefer it when you let your hair down instead of tying it back.
Tell me why you walk around with your head bowed
I noticed that you seem to be avoiding attention and keeping your head down.
You′re not the kind to blend into the crowd
You have a unique and standout personality that doesn't fit with conforming to the norm.
And I think that you look better in yellow
I believe that the color yellow is more flattering on you than black.
Girl of the future
You have great potential to make a profound impact in the future.
Black doesn't suit ya
The color black doesn't complement your features as well as yellow does.
And I hope it′s not to do with your fellow
I hope your change in appearance wasn't influenced by someone else in your life.
Why you've painted your eyelids black
I'm curious about why you chose to wear black eyeliner.
And thrown out all your clothes
I noticed that you recently got rid of all your clothes and I'm wondering why.
Girl I think you're losing yourself
It appears that you are straying from your true self.
You′ve left your senses, always sounding pretentious
You're coming off as insincere and arrogant.
Does it work to try and be someone else?
Is it really worth it to try and be someone you're not?
It seems a lot of effort to justify yourself
It takes a lot of effort to explain why you're trying to be someone else.
Why are you always playing the fool?
Why do you keep acting foolish or making jokes that fall flat?
Your face is creasing but the joke wasn′t pleasing
I can see the disappointment on your face when your jokes don't land well.
Forgive me love, but this just ain't you
I'm sorry, but this behavior and appearance is very out of character for you.
Don′t think so hard about the way that you move
Don't be so self-conscious and critical about your actions and movements.
Just so you know
I'm just letting you know how I feel.
Contributed by Nathaniel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Laura Viana
[Intro]
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
[Verse 1]
I think that you look good with your hair down
I never liked it tied back
Tell me why you walk around with your head bowed
You're not the kind to blend into the crowd
[Verse 2]
And I think that you look better in yellow
Girl of the future, black doesn't suit ya
And I hope it's not to do with your fellow
Why you've painted your eyelids black and thrown out all your clothes
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Verse 3]
Girl, I think you're losing yourself
You've lost your senses, always sounding pretentious
Does it work to try and be someone else?
It seems a lot of effort to justify yourself
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Instrumental]
[Verse 4]
Why are you always playing the fool?
Your face is creasing, but the joke wasn't pleasing
Forgive me, love, but this just ain't you
Don't think so hard about the way that you move
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
(You look better to me)
I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Outro]
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Jammyyy
Jesus Christ we need to get this on the charts worldwide
Bayu Lesmana Dwi Cahyo
I never heard of them before but this song is really good
study with mais
damn, i saw these guys as an opening act for a concert, and this song really caught me. it's such a pretty song, so catchy, and ferris and sylvester are such wonderful people. they're really funny - i'm so happy i was able to see them. keep making music, guys! i love you, and hope to see you make it really big.
Júlia Macedo Oliveira
I loved it! Great video, great song, great concept. Congratulations you guys
Ella P
Why didn’t I find this song three years ago? So good!
Laura Viana
[Intro]
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
[Verse 1]
I think that you look good with your hair down
I never liked it tied back
Tell me why you walk around with your head bowed
You're not the kind to blend into the crowd
[Verse 2]
And I think that you look better in yellow
Girl of the future, black doesn't suit ya
And I hope it's not to do with your fellow
Why you've painted your eyelids black and thrown out all your clothes
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Verse 3]
Girl, I think you're losing yourself
You've lost your senses, always sounding pretentious
Does it work to try and be someone else?
It seems a lot of effort to justify yourself
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Instrumental]
[Verse 4]
Why are you always playing the fool?
Your face is creasing, but the joke wasn't pleasing
Forgive me, love, but this just ain't you
Don't think so hard about the way that you move
[Chorus]
And I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
(You look better to me)
I think that you look better in yellow
I think that you look better in yellow
Oh, I think that you look better in yellow
Just so you know
[Outro]
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Ooooo-o-oh
Dayane Maciel
It's not my type of music, but it's really good! The video has an aesthetic pretty original and fresh and i'm gonna listen it again because it's not possible that i don't like a song like that.
Vic vitória
eu amei essa música, muito bom
Laura Parish
This is super cute. The song is super cute and I like the colours. You go Glenn Coco, you go.
Obvious Bambi
Love this song!