Girl Can't Help It
Mick Ronson Lyrics
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She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she walks by and the menfolks get engrossed
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she winks an eye and bread slices turn to toast
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she's got a lot of what they call the most
The girl can't help It if she was born to please
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
And if she's got a figure made to squeeze
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
Won't you kindly be aware
The girl can't help it, the girl can't help it!
If she mesmerizes ev'ry mother's son
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she smiles and rare steaks become well done
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she makes grandpa feel like twenty one
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
The Girl can't help it if she was born to please
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
And if I go to her on bended knees
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
Won't you kindly be aware, that I can't help it, I can't help it
Because I'm hopin' obviously
That someday the answer will be
The girl can't help it if she's in love with me!
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she walks by and the menfolks get engrossed
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she winks an eye and bread slices turn to toast
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
If she's got a lot of what they call the most
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
The girl can't help It if she was born to please
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
And if she's got a figure made to squeeze
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
I'm hopin' obviously
That someday the answer will be
The girl can't help it if she's in love with me!
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
Mick Ronson's song "Girl Can't Help It" is a playful and upbeat celebration of female beauty and charm. The repeated refrain "She can't help it, the girl can't help it" acknowledges that the woman being described is not at fault for her effect on others but is simply naturally captivating. The lyrics describe how men are drawn to her when she walks by, how even breakfast foods seem to respond to her flirting, and how she has the power to make old men feel young again. The singer confesses that he too is helpless in the face of her charisma and hopes that one day she will fall in love with him.
The song's lyrics can be interpreted in various ways, from a tongue-in-cheek appreciation of beauty to a more critical view of the way women are objectified and sexualized in society. However, the tone of the music and Ronson's delivery of the lyrics suggest a lighthearted and affectionate appreciation of female allure.
Overall, "Girl Can't Help It" is a catchy and upbeat celebration of female charm and power, with playful lyrics and an irresistible groove.
Line by Line Meaning
She can't help it, the girl can't help it
The girl is unable to resist the attention and attraction she receives.
If she walks by and the menfolks get engrossed
Even when just walking by, she attracts the attention of men.
If she winks an eye and bread slices turn to toast
Her flirtatious behavior has a powerful effect, apparently even changing the state of toast.
If she's got a lot of what they call the most
She possesses physical attributes that many consider highly desirable and attractive.
The girl can't help It if she was born to please
It is simply in her nature to want to please and attract others.
And if she's got a figure made to squeeze
Her physique is highly desirable and physically pleasing to others.
Won't you kindly be aware
Please take notice and understand.
If she mesmerizes ev'ry mother's son
Her captivating charm and beauty has the ability to attract even the most unlikely of suitors.
If she smiles and rare steaks become well done
Her smile has a powerful effect, seemingly even changing the cooking of meat.
If she makes grandpa feel like twenty one
Even older men are not immune to her charm and beauty.
And if I go to her on bended knees
The singer is so enamored with her that he is willing to humble himself before her.
Because I'm hopin' obviously
The artist has hope and longing for a specific outcome.
That someday the answer will be
The singer is waiting for a positive response or resolution to their situation.
The girl can't help it if she's in love with me!
The girl's strong attraction and love towards the singer is beyond her control.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bobby Troup
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pauline Topping
Love this album
Gary May
Go on mick
Pauline Topping
@chuckcookus yes play dont worry was very good Mikes drinking and other stuff did for his health I was amazed that David got away with his lifestyle for as long as he did great music they made together
chuckcookus
Indeed. Slaughter on 10th Avenue was excellent also.
Poor Mick never got the accolades he deserved. Between playing, arranging and producing, Ziggy-era Bowie had more to do with Mick than with Bowie.
Steven Gray
Ronno, the sound of the 70s!
Kris Scanlon
Just the right amount of glammy grunge that he and Bowie Hunter craved...this is updated 50s rock with wee bit more blush
Rockin' Rick
Ian Hunter on backing vocals.............