Butterflies
Gurldoll Lyrics


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I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
I still got my butterflies

Butterflies that live inside
Whisper to me in the night
How could they not see my light?
Stolen when I was a child

Eyes from all around that judge
Part of me still holds a grudge
Don't you see how I can love?
I'm the one who lives in blood

Blood blood blood blood
Blood blood blood blood
Blood blood blood blood
Blood blood blood

Tore my strings from every limb
Now I'm pure like crystals
Fairy kisses on my skin
And carving hidden symbols
Magic garden, magic stones
Traveling to worlds unknown
I've got darkness in my bones
It's power. It's power

I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies

I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
I still got my butterflies

I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies

I still got my butterflies
Sharing secrets tell no lies
I still got my butterflies
I still got my butterflies

Tore my strings from every limb
Now she lives within me
Cast my circle, burning skin
Fairies all around me
I don't care do what you will
I can't be touched my bones are still




So come what may, I elevate
I'm fire and you're nothing

Overall Meaning

The song Butterflies by Gurldoll is a deeply personal and introspective exploration of the artist's journey towards self-acceptance and self-discovery. The repeated refrain "I still got my butterflies sharing secrets tell no lies" is a powerful metaphor for the inner child or vulnerable self that we all possess, and the need to protect and nurture that part of ourselves. The butterflies represent a deep inner truth or purity that is sacred and not to be betrayed by lies or untruths.


The second verse speaks to the pain of feeling judged and misunderstood, particularly by those who should have been supportive and understanding in childhood. The line "How could they not see my light? Stolen when I was a child" suggests that the artist's true self was suppressed or negated by the harsh judgment of others. The repeated use of the word "blood" in this and other verses adds a darker, almost Gothic element to the song, suggesting a deep history of trauma or pain that has been internalized.


As the song progresses, however, we see the artist reimagining herself as a powerful and magical being, with a "magic garden, magic stones" and the ability to travel to "worlds unknown." The idea of carving "hidden symbols" and casting circles points to a mystical or occult element in the artist's journey of self-discovery. Ultimately, the song ends on a defiantly triumphant note, with the artist declaring "I'm fire and you're nothing." This suggests a newfound sense of empowerment and self-confidence, as well as a rejection of external judgment or negativity.


Line by Line Meaning

I still got my butterflies
Despite everything that has happened to me, I have not lost my sense of wonder and beauty.


Sharing secrets tell no lies
When I share the things that are important to me, it is always truthful, sincere, and from the heart.


Butterflies that live inside
The feeling of butterflies that I once found in the world now lives inside me, in my heart and in my soul.


Whisper to me in the night
In the quiet moments, my innermost thoughts and passions come alive and speak to me.


How could they not see my light?
I have a unique and special quality within me that others should be able to recognize and appreciate.


Stolen when I was a child
Sometime in the past, someone took away or destroyed something that was vital to my happiness and well-being.


Eyes from all around that judge
People are always watching and judging my every move and decision, which can be overwhelming and exhausting.


Part of me still holds a grudge
Despite my attempts to forgive and move on, I still feel hurt and anger towards those who have wronged me.


Don't you see how I can love?
Despite my past experiences, I am still capable of loving and caring deeply for those around me.


I'm the one who lives in blood
I am defined by my struggles and challenges, which have left me with scars that will always be a part of me.


Tore my strings from every limb
I have overcome immense difficulties and challenges, emerging stronger and more resilient than before.


Now I'm pure like crystals
After my struggles, I have gained a clarity and purity of spirit that allows me to see the beauty in the world more clearly.


Fairy kisses on my skin
The magic and wonder of the world have touched me deeply and left their mark on me.


And carving hidden symbols
In my quest for spiritual and emotional growth, I have created secret and personal symbols and rituals to guide me.


Magic garden, magic stones
My world is full of magic and wonder, and I find solace and inspiration in nature and the natural world.


Traveling to worlds unknown
My journey has taken me to strange and unfamiliar places, both physically and emotionally, but I embrace these new experiences.


I've got darkness in my bones
My past experiences have left me with a deep sense of darkness and pain, but I refuse to let it define me.


It's power. It's power
I have learned to harness and transform my pain and darkness into a source of strength and empowerment.


Now she lives within me
My true self, my innermost spirit, has emerged and is now a vital part of me.


Cast my circle, burning skin
In my quest for spiritual and emotional growth, I have created and circled myself in a protective and transformative energy.


Fairies all around me
I find comfort and inspiration in the magic and wonder of the natural world around me.


I don't care do what you will
I refuse to let others define me or dictate my actions, and I will live my life on my own terms.


I can't be touched my bones are still
I am unbreakable and unshakable, and my strength comes from within.


So come what may, I elevate
No matter what life throws at me, I will continue to rise above it and strive for personal growth and empowerment.


I'm fire and you're nothing
I am fierce and powerful, and those who seek to destroy me or bring me down are simply irrelevant in the face of my strength and willpower.




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