What A Girl Wants
Genie Girls Lyrics


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What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.
What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever keeps me in your arms.
And I'm thanking you for being there for me.

Like a rock you waited so patiently, while I got it together.
While I figured it out, I only looked but I never touched,
'Cause in my heart was a picture of us:
Holding hands, making plans,
And it's lucky for me, you understand.

What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly...
What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever keeps me in your arms.
And I'm thanking you for being there for me.

A weaker man might have walked away, but you had faith
Strong enough to move over and understand, while I got it together.
While I figured it out, they say, "If you love something let it go.
If it comes back it's yours, and that's how you know.
It's for keeps, yeah, it's for sure."
And you're ready and willing to give me more [than]....

What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly...
What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever keeps me in your arms.
And I'm thanking you for being there for me.

Somebody sensitive and tough;
Somebody there when the going gets rough;
Every night, he'll be giving his love
To just one girl... one girl... one.
Somebody cool but real tender too;
Somebody, baby, just like you
Can keep me hangin' around with the one who always knew.
I'm thankin' you for being there for me.

What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.
And I'm thanking you for knowing exactly...
What a girl wants, what a girl needs,




Whatever keeps me in your arms.
And I'm thanking you for being there for me.

Overall Meaning

In "What a Girl Wants" by Genie Girls, the lyrics are about a thank-you message to their partner for being there for them despite their flaws and weaknesses. The song talks about what a girl wants and needs in a relationship, which include being happy, feeling free, and being held in their partner's arms. They also express gratitude for their partner's understanding and patience while they were figuring things out. The lyrics also mention that the partner is both sensitive and tough, and that they are the one person that always knew what the girl wanted.


The song's upbeat and catchy melody fits perfectly with the lyrics, as it gives off a joyful vibe that is perfect for expressing gratitude and happiness.


Overall, the song is a celebration of a healthy and loving relationship, with both partners understanding and supporting each other's needs.


Line by Line Meaning

What a girl wants, what a girl needs,
Whatever makes me happy and sets you free.


Whatever keeps me in your arms.
What a girl needs to feel loved and secure in a relationship.


And I'm thanking you for being there for me.
Expressing gratitude towards a partner for their presence and support in the relationship.


Like a rock you waited so patiently, while I got it together.
Acknowledging a partner's patience and steadfastness through difficult times.


While I figured it out, I only looked but I never touched,
Recognizing the temptation to stray but ultimately choosing to stay faithful to the relationship.


'Cause in my heart was a picture of us: Holding hands, making plans,
Visualizing a future together in the midst of uncertainty and instability.


And it's lucky for me, you understand.
Feeling fortunate to have a partner who comprehends and supports her needs.


A weaker man might have walked away, but you had faith
Recognizing the strength and conviction of a partner who did not give up during difficult times.


Strong enough to move over and understand, while I got it together.
Experiencing empathy and support from a partner while working through personal struggles.


While I figured it out, they say, "If you love something let it go. If it comes back it's yours, and that's how you know.
Reflecting on the process of learning what one truly wants in life and how letting go can lead to holding onto what is truly important.


It's for keeps, yeah, it's for sure."
Realizing that the relationship is long-lasting and committed.


And you're ready and willing to give me more [than]....
Feeling supported by a partner who is willing to go above and beyond for the sake of the relationship.


Somebody sensitive and tough;
Describing the ideal qualities in a partner: someone who is both emotionally attuned and strong.


Somebody there when the going gets rough;
Describing the ideal qualities in a partner: someone who is dependable and supportive during hard times.


Every night, he'll be giving his love To just one girl... one girl... one.
Describing the ideal qualities in a partner: someone who is committed to and faithful to their significant other.


Somebody cool but real tender too;
Describing the ideal qualities in a partner: someone who is both laid-back and affectionate.


Somebody, baby, just like you
Acknowledging a partner's positive qualities and compatibility.


Can keep me hangin' around with the one who always knew.
Choosing to stay with a partner who has always understood and supported her.


I'm thankin' you for being there for me.
Expressing gratitude towards a partner for their continued presence and support in the relationship.




Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GUY ROCHE, SHELLY PEIKEN

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