Superwoman
Green Vivian Lyrics
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To make this relationship work
I am human not perfection
I can't be your superwoman
Please tell me what you want to do
Cause I can't waste anymore time
It seems nothings good enough for you
Who do you think I'm supposed to be
This flawless thing is how you picture me
But I can't measure up to that and I won't try
Cause I only can only be me baby
Why must I fit into your box
To make this relationship work
I am human not perfection
I can't be your superwoman
You know I want to be with you
But you ask for what I can't give
I won't compromise myself for you
For my own self I must live
All I can do is love you best I can
That don't include changing who I am
And I now that I love you good so don't you think
That you should try to hold onto me
Why must I fit into your box
To make this relationship work
I am human not perfection
I can't be your superwoman
There is only one me
Don't paint an image of what you want me to be
That's not what we need
I won't be trapped into what your eyes want to see
Why must I fit into your box
To make this relationship work
I am human not perfection
I can't be your superwoman
In Green Vivian's song "Superwoman," the lyrics focus on a woman's struggle to live up to the unrealistic expectations of her partner. She feels like she has to fit into a certain mold or "box" in order for the relationship to work. However, she realizes that she can't be perfect and she can't be his superwoman. She confronts her partner, asking him what he wants and indicating that she can't waste any more time trying to please him.
The chorus is a repetition of the idea that she can't fit into his expectations of her being a flawless superwoman. She acknowledges that she loves him, but she won't compromise herself and change who she is to meet his expectations. At the end, she asserts that there is only one her, and she won't be trapped into fitting into what her partner wants to see.
The song's lyrics are powerful and empowering for women. It sends a message that it's important to stay true to oneself and not try to be someone else to please others. The song resonates with many women who may have felt pressure to fit into a certain mold in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Why must I fit into your box
Questioning why partner has predetermined expectations
To make this relationship work
Highlighting the pressure to meet those expectations
I am human not perfection
Acknowledging limitations and flaws as a natural human trait
I can't be your superwoman
Rejecting the idea of being a perfect, superhuman partner
Please tell me what you want to do
Requesting clear communication in the relationship
Cause I can't waste anymore time
Acknowledging the value of time and not wanting to waste it
It seems nothings good enough for you
Perceiving partner's constant dissatisfaction and high standards
Tryin' please you drives me outta my mind
Expressing frustration and strain of trying to meet partner's expectations
Who do you think I'm supposed to be
Questioning partner's idea of a perfect partner
This flawless thing is how you picture me
Addressing partner's unrealistic expectations of perfection
But I can't measure up to that and I won't try
Refusing to compromise authenticity to fit unrealistic standards
Cause I only can only be me baby
Affirming authenticity and self-acceptance
You know I want to be with you
Affirming love and desire for the relationship
But you ask for what I can't give
Acknowledging inability to meet partner's unrealistic expectations
I won't compromise myself for you
Setting boundaries and refusing to sacrifice self for relationship
For my own self I must live
Prioritizing personal growth and self-fulfillment
All I can do is love you best I can
Affirming willingness to love partner authentically
That don't include changing who I am
Rejecting idea of changing self for partner
And I now that I love you good so don't you think
Asserting love for partner despite not meeting unrealistic expectations
That you should try to hold onto me
Encouraging partner to accept and love authentically
There is only one me
Affirming individuality and uniqueness
Don't paint an image of what you want me to be
Rejecting partner's unrealistic expectations and desire to mold into their ideal
That's not what we need
Emphasizing the importance of authenticity and acceptance in the relationship
I won't be trapped into what your eyes want to see
Asserting agency and rejecting partner's desire to control or manipulate
I can't be your superwoman
Final rejection of unrealistic expectations and pressures to be perfect in the relationship
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JUNIUS BERVINE, VIVIAN GREEN
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