Sophisticated Lady
Ken Thorne and his Orchestra Lyrics

Sophisticated lady tryin' to change my ways
A woman of great wealth and power is trying to influence and alter my behavior and character.

Just because you're caught in your social maze
Her position in society has her trapped and struggling to escape the expectations and constraints of her status.

I think it's 'bout time that you realize
It is time for her to recognize the hold money and power have over her and their detrimental effects on her life.

Your money and your power's got you mesmerized
Her wealth and influence have caused her to become captivated by them and unable to recognize their negative influences on her life.

Pretty lady, get back
A gentle call for her to step away from her current path and reconsider her priorities.

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
A suggestion that she abandon her fancy clothes and material possessions and embrace simplicity and equality.

You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Regardless of her social status, she is vulnerable and in need of genuine human connection and support.

Educated lady with your college degree
An acknowledgement of her academic achievements and intellectual capabilities.

Amazes me why you just can't see
Despite her abilities, she is failing to recognize the dangers and negative effects of her privileged life.

Learned everything from your books on the shelf
She has acquired knowledge from her reading and academic pursuits, but has failed to develop critical thinking skills or emotional intelligence.

But no one ever taught you how to think for yourself
She has failed to develop independent thought and decision-making skills, relying instead on her wealth and status to guide her life.

Sophisticated lady take a lesson from me
The artist is offering his guidance and advice to the woman, hoping she will learn from his experience.

I can help you be what you want to be
The singer is confident that he can assist the woman in discovering her true desires and potential, and help her achieve them.

Together we'll see many brighter days
By working together, the singer and the woman can create a brighter future for themselves, free from the negative influences of money and power.

If it takes forever, gonna change your ways
The singer is committed to helping the woman overcome her current situation, regardless of how long it may take or how difficult it may prove.

Sweet thing
A term of endearment and affection for the woman.