Sophisticated Lady
New York Trio Lyrics
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Just because you're caught in your social maze
I think it's 'bout time that you realize
Your money and your power's got you mesmerized
Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Educated lady with your college degree
Amazes me why you just can't see
Learned everything from your books on the shelf
But no one ever taught you how to think for yourself
Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea, sweet thing
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Sophisticated lady take a lesson from me
I can help you be what you want to be
Together we'll see many brighter days
If it takes forever, gonna change your ways
Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea, sweet thing
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
In this song, the singer is addressing a sophisticated lady who is trying to change his ways due to societal expectations. He criticizes her for being mesmerized by her wealth and power, while also encouraging her to embrace a more casual, carefree lifestyle by putting on her blue jeans. The repeated chorus of "pretty lady, get back" and "sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on" speaks to the conflicting expectations and desires that the singer and the lady have for each other.
In essence, the song is a critique of the classism and societal constraints that can inhibit our ability to truly be ourselves and pursue our true desires. The singer suggests that there is more to life than education, wealth, and power, and that embracing a more casual and carefree lifestyle can be liberating.
Line by Line Meaning
Sophisticated lady tryin' to change my ways
The sophisticated lady is attempting to change my behavior.
Just because you're caught in your social maze
The reason you want me to change is because you are trapped in your own social status.
I think it's 'bout time that you realize
It's time for you to understand the reality of your situation.
Your money and your power's got you mesmerized
You are overly fixated on the power and wealth you have.
Educated lady with your college degree
You are a highly educated woman with a college degree.
Amazes me why you just can't see
It surprises me that you are unable to comprehend.
Learned everything from your books on the shelf
You have gained all your knowledge from books.
But no one ever taught you how to think for yourself
However, no one has ever taught you how to think independently.
Sophisticated lady take a lesson from me
Sophisticated lady, listen and learn from my advice.
I can help you be what you want to be
I can assist you in becoming the person you aspire to be.
Together we'll see many brighter days
We can work together to experience brighter and better days.
If it takes forever, gonna change your ways
Changing your ways, even if it takes an unlimited amount of time, is necessary.
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Sophisticated lady, abandon your formal ways and dress casually.
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
When there is no one to guide you, you are vulnerable and approachable by anyone.
Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, please take a step back.
Pretty lady, yea
Beautiful woman, yes.
Pretty lady, yea, sweet thing
Lovely lady, yes, you are charming.
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Sophisticated lady, make yourself more accessible and comfortable.
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
When you are without guidance, you become approachable to anyone.
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Sophisticated lady, free yourself from the constraints of formality and dress informally.
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
When there is no one to guide you, you are approachable by anyone.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DUKE ELLINGTON, IRVING MILLS, MITCHELL PARISH
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