Mýa Marie Harrison (born October 10, 1979), professionally known as Mýa or … Read Full Bio ↴Mýa Marie Harrison (born October 10, 1979), professionally known as Mýa or Mýa Harrison, is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, actress, dancer, model and choreographer.

Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Harrison’s eponymous debut album with Interscope Records was released in April 1998, and sold over a million copies in the United States, producing the gold-certified top ten single “It’s All About Me” featuring Sisqó. In addition to her solo work, Mýa was also a featured artist with Ol’ Dirty Bastard on Pras’ 1998 Grammy Award-nominated hit, “Ghetto Superstar”, from the Bulworth soundtrack and “Take Me There” from The Rugrats Movie soundtrack, with Blackstreet and Mase.

Her second studio album, platinum-selling Fear of Flying, was released in 2000 and became a success stateside and worldwide, with lead single “Case of the Ex” becoming Mýa’s breakthrough hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100, number three on the UK Singles Chart, and number one on the Australian Singles Chart. A year after, Harrison won her first Grammy Award for the worldwide number-one hit “Lady Marmalade,” a cover version she recorded alongside Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, and Pink for the soundtrack of the film Moulin Rouge! (2001).

The singer’s third album Moodring was released in July 2003 stateside and eventually certified gold by the RIAA. It peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 selling more than 113,000 in its first week of sales, making it Mýa’s highest first week sales ever. The first single, the Missy Elliott-produced “My Love Is Like…Wo,” became a top twenty hit in the U.S. due to its success on mainstream radio.

Following several label changes, Mýa’s often-delayed fourth studio album, Liberation (2007), received a download-release in Japan only and led to her 2008 Japan-exclusive album Sugar & Spice.

Having expanded her career to acting and product endorsement deals, Harrison has been engaged in product endorsement deals with brands such as Coca-Cola, Iceberg, Tommy Hilfiger, and Motorola and has appeared in films such as Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004), Shall We Dance? (2004) and Cursed (2005). In 2002, she had a supporting role in the film adaptation of the 1975 Broadway musical Chicago, for which she won a Screen Actors Guild Award.

Mýa is currently working on her 6th studio album due this summer and to be released on her own independent label, entitled Planet 9. She’s recently signed a new deal with Young Empire Music Group and slated to release a new mixtape called Beauty & The Streets Vol.1

Sophisticated Lady
Mýa Lyrics

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Ow

Sophisticated lady
But nasty when I want to be
I see ya starin' from across the room
And you can't keep your eyes off me
Got you wrapped around my finger, baby
Like a puppet on a string, woo

Have you in cuffs like cops and robbers, baby
'Cause touchin' me's a felony
Put ya hands up

Take control (control)
Control of you (of you)
You do what
I tell you to (mmh)
I'm ya momma (don't call me by my name)
Let's play house (that's right)
When your bad (pull your pants down)
You get time out

'Cause I'm cold-blooded
Woo, boy, who does it belong to?
Cold-blooded (cold-blooded)
Got you thinkin', who's that lady
But it ain't that complicated

'Cause I
Yeah, I got an attitude (what?)
Did you say something smart (smacked)
'Cause I like confrontations, baby
Yo, what's up, Mr. Big Stuff?
Who do ya think ya are?
Guaranteed to spend your money (baby)
'Cause you know I'm worth the wait (worth the wait)
And I bet ya bottom dollar
That I can make ya hollar
It's a shame, shame, shame
Your heart I break (ow)

Drop my pencil (drop my pencil)
Purposely (that's right)
Bend down to pick it up
Why's everybody starin' at me?
Mirror, mirror (I'm so pretty)
On the wall (I can't handle myself)
Who's the fliest (say what?)
Of them all? (It's me)

'Cause I'm cold-blooded (whoa, whoa, yeah, yeah)
I'll sexually harass you (I'll sexually harass you)
Cold-blooded (cold, ooh, ooh, yeah)
Got you thinkin' who's that lady
But it ain't that complicated (what's my name?)

Take control (control)
Control of you (of you)
You do what (you do what)
I tell you to (I tell you to my baby, baby)
I'm ya momma (I'm ya momma)
Let's play house (don't call me by my name)
When you're bad (when you're bad)
You get time out

Freeze

Pull it out, put it on the table
Let me see if you're able
Pull it out, put it on the table
Oh, take it out, throw it on the table
Show me what I paid for
Take it out, lay it on the table
Can you reach my naval?

'Cause I'm cold-blooded (yeah, yeah)
Boy, who does it belong to? (See, I like confrontation)
Cold-blooded (cold)
Got you thinkin' who's that lady
But it ain't that complicated (what's my name?)

Cold-blooded (gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
(Gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
I'll sexually harrass you, yeah (gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
(Gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
Cold-blooded (gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
(Gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
Got you thinkin' who's that lady (gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)
But it ain't that complicated (gimmie ya love, gimmie ya love)

Thanks

That was fun
Now get out

Overall Meaning

In Mya's song "Sophisticated Lady," the singer asserts herself as a dominant woman who can be both classy and raunchy. She claims power over the object of her desire and toys with him, holding him captive like a doll on a string. She drops innuendos and teases the listener with sexually suggestive lyrics, at one point even instructing them to show her what she paid for. However, the song is not just about sex; it is also about empowerment. Mya takes control of the situation and refuses to be submissive or shy. She confronts anyone who challenges her, including the listener, and makes it clear that she deserves respect and adoration.

The lyrics of "Sophisticated Lady" play upon themes of control, dominance, and female empowerment. Mya successfully portrays herself as a confident and sassy woman who won't back down. She creates a fantasy world in which the listener is putty in her hands and she can play with him however she likes. Through the lyrics, Mya empowers herself and encourages other women to do the same. The repeated line "But it ain't that complicated" implies that standing up for oneself and taking control is not difficult if you believe in yourself and your worth.

Line by Line Meaning

Sophisticated lady
I am a classy and elegant woman.

But nasty when I want to be
However, I can also be provocative and sexual if I choose to be.

I see ya starin' from across the room
I notice you looking at me from a distance.

And you can't keep your eyes off me
You are unable to resist looking at me.

Got you wrapped around my finger baby
I have complete control over you and your actions.

Like a puppet on a string (Whoa)
You are like a marionette, and I am the one pulling the strings to control you.

Have you in cuffs
I figuratively have you trapped or imprisoned.

Like cops and robbers, baby
Our dynamic is similar to that of a criminal and law enforcement official.

'Cause touchin' me's a felony
Any physical contact with me is a criminal offense.

Put ya hands up
Raise your hands in surrender or compliance.

Take control (Control)
I am in charge and dominant.

Control of you (Of you)
I have complete control over you and your actions.

You do what
You obey my commands and do what I say.

I tell you to (Mmm)
I am giving you orders to follow.

I'm ya momma (Don't call me by my name)
I am like a mother, but do not address me by my real name.

Let's play house (That's right)
We will act out a role-playing game similar to a family.

When your bad (Pull your pants down)
If you misbehave, you will receive a punishment similar to spanking.

'Cause I'm cold blooded (Cold blooded)
I am ruthless and without pity.

Boy who does it belong to
Who do I belong to sexually?

Got you thinkin'
I have made you curious or confused.

Who's that lady
Who am I, and what kind of woman am I?

But it ain't that complicated
It's not difficult to understand me and my desires.

'Cause I
I am who I am.

Yeah I got an attitude
I have an assertive and confident personality.

Did you say something smart (Smacked)
If you disrespect me or speak rudely, I will retaliate with violence.

'Cause I like confrontations baby
I enjoy arguing and fighting with others.

Yo what's up Mr. Big Stuff
Hello, arrogant and self-important man.

Who do ya think ya are
What makes you think you are important or special?

Guaranteed to spend your money (Money baby)
I am certain that you will pay for me and my expenses.

'Cause you know I'm worth the wait (Worth the wait)
You believe that I am worth the effort and time to pursue romantically.

And I bet ya bottom dollar
I am confident and certain that this is true.

That I can make ya hollar
I can make you scream or moan with pleasure.

It's a shame shame shame
It's disappointing or regrettable.

Ya heart'll break (Oh)
You will be heartbroken or hurt emotionally.

Drop my pencil purposely (Drop my pencil)
I am intentionally dropping a pen or other object to get your attention.

That's right
Yes, that's what I'm doing, and I know it.

Bend down to pick it up
I am bending over and making a suggestive motion to you.

Why's everybody starin' at me
Why are people looking at me with disapproval or confusion?

Mirror mirror (I'm so pretty)
I am admiring my beauty and appearance.

On the wall (I can't handle myself)
I am talking to a mirror and saying that I am too attractive to handle.

Who's the fliest (Say what)
Who is the most stylish and attractive person in the room?

Of them all (It's me)
I am the best and most attractive person here.

I'll sexually harass you (Sexually harass you)
I will behave inappropriately and make sexual advances towards you without your consent.

Take control (Control)
I am in charge and want to dominate you sexually.

I'm ya momma (I'm ya momma)
I want to create a dynamic where I am in charge of you sexually, like a mother figure.

Lets play house (Don't call me by my name)
Let's act out a role-playing game where I am in charge of the household, but you cannot call me by my real name.

When your bad (Your bad)
If you misbehave sexually, you will receive a punishment.

You get time out
I will punish you by withholding sexual activity or attention for a specific amount of time.

Freeze
Stop moving, remain still.

Pull it out
Take out your penis, or get ready for sexual activity.

Put it on the table
Place your genitals on a surface so that I can inspect them.

Let me see if your able
I want to assess your sexual performance and ability.

Oh, take it out
Remove your clothing to prepare for sex.

Throw it on the table
Toss your clothes aside to get ready for sex.

Show me what I paid for
Perform sexually for me as I have paid for your services.

Lay it on the table
Expose your private parts and allow me to inspect them.

Can you reach my naval
I want you to sexually pleasure me orally.

Got you thinkin'
I have made you curious or confused.