vanity
Lady Gaga漀 Lyrics
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Midnight at the glamour show on a Sunday Night
Everybody drink a lot of whiskey and wine
We dance like no tomorrow
We're on Burlesque time
But everybody's got to work tomorrow at nine
[Pre-Chorus]
Love me l-love me crazy
But don't get too attached, this is a brief affair
[Chorus]
Vanity (pictures in magazines, movie screens)
Vanity (there is a camera, so many beauty queens)
Vanity (it's so good to be)
Fabulous and glamorous, we love ourselves and no one else
Va-va-va-va-vanity va-vanity, va-va-va-vanity
[Verse 2]
Nothing wrong with being just a little bit vain
We need a little pretty ‘cause this country's insane
So go ahead and label me whatever you like
But nothings quite as sexy as a woman is fine
[Pre-Chorus]
Touch me t-touch me baby but don't mess up my hair
Love me l-love me crazy
But don't get too attached, this is a brief affair
[Chorus]
Vanity (pictures in magazines, movie screens)
Vanity (there is a camera, so many beauty queens)
Vanity (it's so good to be)
Fabulous and glamorous, we love ourselves and no one else
[Break]
Look at me (watcha lookin' at)
Look at me (watcha starin' at)
Look at me (watcha lookin' at)
Look at me (watcha starin'at)
[Verse 3]
I'm coming around, I'm sipping on Andre, it's time
I heard the cutie's in the back, start in the p-party line
Let's dance (quick round) we're in the vanity house
We're covered in sequins, diamonds, we're happy ‘cause we're shining
[Pre-Chorus]
Touch me t-touch me baby but don't mess up my hair
Love me l-love me crazy
But don't get too attached, this is a brief affair
[Chorus]
Vanity (pictures in magazines, movie screens)
Vanity (there is a camera, so many beauty queens)
Vanity (it's so good to be)
Fabulous and glamorous, we love ourselves and no one else
[Chorus]
Vanity (pictures in magazines, movie screens)
Vanity (there is a camera, so many beauty queens)
Vanity (it's so good to be)
Fabulous and glamorous, we love ourselves and no one else
Va-va-va-va-vanity va-vanity, va-va-va-vanity
Lady Gaga's song "Vanity" is a celebration of self-love and the power of glamour. The opening verse describes a party on a Sunday night where everyone is drinking and dancing, but despite the fun, there is a sense of responsibility as everyone has to work the next day. Gaga is encouraging the listeners to let loose and embrace their vanity while they can. In the pre-chorus, she sings about the importance of physical appearance, asking to be touched but not wanting her hair messed up. She also warns against getting too attached, as this is meant to be a brief affair.
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the allure of vanity, celebrity, and the glamorous lifestyle. Gaga points out that those on the cover of magazines and movie screens project an image of unattainable beauty, but she celebrates their vanity nonetheless. In the second verse, Gaga justifies her own vanity by presenting it as a necessary response to an insane society. She acknowledges that others may label her as vain, but still believes that a woman who knows she is fine is the sexiest thing.
In the bridge, Gaga puts the focus on herself, daring anyone to look at her and stare. She sings about drinking champagne and getting ready to party, before launching into the final chorus. Overall, "Vanity" is a song that celebrates self-love, glamour, and a life of excess.
Line by Line Meaning
Midnight at the glamour show on a Sunday Night
It's late on a Sunday night and we're all dressed up in fancy clothes, ready to party.
Everybody drink a lot of whiskey and wine
We're drinking a lot to enhance the fun of the night.
We dance like no tomorrow
We're having fun and carefree as we dance without worrying about what comes next.
We're on Burlesque time
The atmosphere is like a burlesque show where everyone is having fun and letting loose.
But everybody's got to work tomorrow at nine
Regardless of how late it is, everyone has to work the next morning, so we're enjoying the night to the fullest.
Touch me t-touch me baby but don't mess up my hair
I want to be touched, but I don't want to ruin my appearance.
Love me l-love me crazy
I want to be loved passionately and intensely during our brief encounter.
But don't get too attached, this is a brief affair
Don't get too emotionally invested because this is not a long-term relationship.
Vanity (pictures in magazines, movie screens)
Famous people in pictures shown in media are obsessed with how they look.
Vanity (there is a camera, so many beauty queens)
People tend to care about their appearance when they know they will be photographed or filmed excessively.
Vanity (it's so good to be)
Being vain feels good because it boosts our self-confidence and self-love.
Fabulous and glamorous, we love ourselves and no one else
We prioritize our appearance and self-image above everything else because we love ourselves more than anyone else.
Nothing wrong with being just a little bit vain
It's perfectly fine to care about how we look and feel good about ourselves.
We need a little pretty ‘cause this country's insane
We need beauty and glamour in our lives to counteract the craziness of the world around us.
So go ahead and label me whatever you like
We don't care if people judge us for being vain; we embrace it regardless.
But nothings quite as sexy as a woman is fine
Confidence and self-love are attractive and sexy qualities in a woman.
Look at me (watcha lookin' at)
We demand attention and recognition for our beauty and self-image.
I'm coming around, I'm sipping on Andre, it's time
I'm getting ready to party and have fun with a glass of champagne in my hand.
I heard the cutie's in the back, start in the p-party line
I heard there are attractive people at the party, and we should start dancing and flirting with them.
Let's dance (quick round) we're in the vanity house
Let's dance and show off our beauty and confidence because we feel like we're in a world where vanity and appearance are everything.
We're covered in sequins, diamonds, we're happy ‘cause we're shining
We're wearing flashy and sparkly jewelry and clothes, and we're happy because we feel like we're standing out and shining.
Contributed by Sydney A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.