Lovely
Hollyn Lyrics
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They floating lies, make this young girl doubt what she think
Not showing enough, not sexy enough, no way
Too dark, too light for us, nah, that look ain't gon' play
Words are bouncin' 'round my head
I can't stop their echoing
Trippin' on that negative
But You call me lovely
You say I'm wonderfully made
Your river floods me
Your words feel like a serenade
I love that You are thinkin' of me
All of those voices fade away
When You call me lovely
Lo-o-ovely
Lovely, You call me lovely
You call me lovely
And I'ma soak in it
And I'ma soak in it
And I'ma soak in it
No, I ain't even gonna fake it
Don't wanna leave without no make-up
This ain't made up
When I ain't made up
Always wonderin' what they thinkin'
So afraid of what they sayin'
When I ain't fixed up
Got me mixed up, no-no
Words are bouncin' 'round my head
I can't stop their echoing (echoing)
Trippin' on that negative
But You call me lovely
You say I'm wonderfully made
Your river floods me
Your words feel like a serenade
I love that You are thinkin' of me
All of those voices fade away
When You call me lovely (hey!)
Lo-o-ovely
And I'ma soak in it (soak in it)
And I'ma soak in it (soak in it)
And I'ma soak in it (soak in it)
The way You love me
The way You know me
The way You always got the time for me
I'ma soak in it
I'ma soak in it
The way You see me
The way You keep me
And I know that I don't make it easy
I'ma soak in it (I'ma soak in it)
I'ma soak in it (I'ma soak in it, soak in it, hey!)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
I'ma soak in it (I'ma soak in it)
I'ma soak in it (I'ma soak in it)
And You call me lovely
You say I'm wonderfully made
Your river floods me (oh, Your river floods me)
Your Words feel like a serenade
I love that You are thinkin' of me (thinkin' of me)
All of those voices fade away
When You call me lovely, hey! (You call me, You call me)
Lo-o-ovely
You call me lovely
Lo-o-ovely
You call me lovely
Lo-o-ovely
In Hollyn's song "Lovely," she shares her struggle with self-doubt and the pressure to fit into societal standards of beauty. She speaks out against the lies that women are told through filters and unrealistic expectations, leading to negative thoughts that threaten their self-worth. Hollyn finds comfort in the knowledge that God created her perfectly and calls her "lovely," which she repeats throughout the song. She revels in the radiant positivity that God's love brings to her life, lifting her from the darkness of negative self-talk.
The song's message is relatable to many women, particularly those in today's world of social media, which often leads to endless comparisons and negative self-talk. Hollyn's powerful lyrics offer a reminder that one's self-worth is more than just outward appearances.
"Lovely" was released on January 10, 2020, and quickly became a fan favorite. The song has over 16 million streams on Spotify alone.
Line by Line Meaning
They say picture perfect, filter do your thing
People are urging others to conform to a certain beauty standard that is often unattainable, and which can negatively impact one's self-esteem.
They floating lies, make this young girl doubt what she think
Society often perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards and norms that can lead many individuals, particularly young girls, to feel insecure about their appearance and abilities.
Not showing enough, not sexy enough, no way
People often expect individuals, particularly women, to look and act a certain way to appeal to a male gaze, which can be damaging and harmful.
Too dark, too light for us, nah, that look ain't gon' play
People often discriminate based on skin color or race, and this pervasive issue contributes to the unrealistic standard of beauty that society creates.
Words are bouncin' 'round my head
Negative self-talk and societal pressure can leave individuals with constant, intrusive thoughts about their appearance and identity.
I can't stop their echoing
The negative self-talk and societal pressure can be difficult to shake off, and can result in persistent feelings of anxiety, sadness and despair.
Trippin' on that negative
The negative thoughts can manifest in physical symptoms, such as anxiety or depression, and can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about themselves.
But You call me lovely
Despite the negativity that abounds in the world and in individuals, there are people who see individuals for who they truly are and appreciate them for their unique attributes.
You say I'm wonderfully made
Everyone is unique and special in their own way, and individuals need to embrace their true selves and see their unique qualities as wonderful.
Your river floods me
The love and acceptance from others, as well as self-love, can help to wash away the negative self-talk and societal pressure that individuals may face.
Your words feel like a serenade
The positive affirmations and love from others can feel like music to one's ears and can help uplift an individual's spirits and self-worth.
I love that You are thinkin' of me
Knowing that others care about them and see their worth can help individuals feel valued and loved, and can be a powerful antidote to negativity.
All of those voices fade away
The negative self-talk and societal pressure can lose their power when an individual focuses on their strengths and values, and on the love and support of others.
When You call me lovely
The recognition and love from others can be transformative, and can help individuals see themselves in a positive light and overcome their insecurities and doubts.
And I'ma soak in it
It is important for individuals to internalize and embrace the positive affirmations and love from others, and to take time to appreciate themselves and their unique qualities.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Holly Miller, Bryan Fowler, Toby Mckeehan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zamie9143
Psalm 139:13-14
13
For You formed my innermost parts;
You knit me [together] in my mother’s womb.
14
I will give thanks and praise to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Wonderful are Your works,
And my soul knows it very well.
@hannahandwadeaaron
I never comment cheesy things like this, but God reminded me of Psalm 139:14 today and then I randomly clicked on this song. I think He is trying to say something to me. :)
@CJ-rf1fb
Wade Hannah Aaron thank you for sharing that verse it helped me, I have REALLY bad acne and I feel like no one cares for me or loves me and people at school make fun of me, kids down the street and even people at the store 😒and I’ve tried almost everything for acne to go away but nothing works but after reading that verse about how god made me and thinks I’m a masterpiece and he loves me it made me realize that God loves me even with real bad acne. So thank you!
@maryellencallihan412
Wade Hannah Aaron
Me too
@maryellencallihan412
Me too😓😓😓😓😓😓
@moonwrites5106
lissten to him!
@abbychyknox7053
@@CJ-rf1fb i feel your pain I have acne too and nothing helps.
@ashleyseaboyer6284
You. Yes, you! Don't scroll past this.
YOU are here for a reason.
YOU are not a mistake.
YOU are perfectly loved.
YOU have a purpose and a plan.
YOU will make it.
YOU are strong, and I believe in you.
Go, conquer.💟🙂
@candylandqueen295
You're Wonderfully made. All of you whom read this. You're wonder, and beautiful beyond measure. You don't need makeup, or 'cute clothes'. The beauty you have is unique nobody else can have it, and you're truly one of a kind. God says in Psalm 139:14- "thank you for making me so wondering complex!" also: Proverbs 31:10: "who can find a more virtuous and capable woman? For she is more precious than rubies."
@hannahsafar160
Mykenzie Harrington that is so sweet!
@candylandqueen295
Thank you. :)