Pink and Blue
OutKast/Norah Jones Lyrics
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Why don't (why don't) you teach me something new
We're all (we're all) just babies in my view
So crawl baby
Crawl baby
Pretty pink, baby blue
Why don't (why don't) you teach me something new
We're all (we're all) just babies in my view
Crawl baby
Miss lady
You could have been born a little later but I don't care
So what if your head sports a couple of grey hairs
Same here, and actually I think it's funky
(In a Claire Huxtable type way)
Miss lady
It looks to me like you need a little juice in your life
Call me when that big ole house gets lonelyfied
And I'll teleport from here to there
You show me how it's supposed to be done
I'll make sure you have young fun
Pretty pink, baby blue
Why don't (why don't) you teach me something new
We're all (we're all) just babies in my view
So crawl baby
Crawl baby
Pretty pink, baby blue
Why don't (why don't) you teach me something new
We're all (we're all) just babies in my view
So crawl baby
Crawl baby
You're sophisticated
Just me and miss lady
You've got me talking like a baby
You make me talk baby talk, baby talk
She's sophisticated
You make me talk baby talk
Just me and miss lady
She makes me talk baby talk
You got me talking like a baby
Like ga ga and goo goo
Oh momma
You're sophisticated
Make me talk baby talk
Just me and miss lady
You're so experienced
You got me talking like a baby
Teach me something new
Teach me something new
You're sophisticated
Just me and miss lady
You got me talking like a baby
The song "Pink & Blue" by OutKast featuring Rosario Dawson is a playful, flirtatious conversation between two people who may have a significant age gap but are still willing to learn from each other. The repeated line "Pretty pink, baby blue, why don't you teach me something new" is a nod to the gender stereotypes that are often placed on young girls, as pink is typically associated with femininity, while blue is associated with masculinity. By using these colors, the song is suggesting that both genders have something to offer and can learn from each other.
The song also explores the idea that we are all just "babies" in some way, meaning that we are all still learning and growing, regardless of our age or stage in life. The playful tone of the song creates a sense of light-heartedness, suggesting that even as we grow older, we can still approach life with a childlike sense of wonder and exploration.
Overall, "Pink & Blue" is a celebration of the beauty of human connection and the joy of learning from one another, no matter our backgrounds or experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty pink, baby blue
Acknowledging the different gender identities and presenting them as colors, highlighting uniqueness and diversity
Why don't (why don't) you teach me something new
Expressing desire to learn and grow, seeking knowledge and experiences
We're all (we're all) just babies in my view
Emphasizing the human condition of always learning and evolving, regardless of age or experience
So crawl baby
Encouraging taking small steps and making progress, even if it means going slow
Crawl baby
Reiterating the previous line and continuing to encourage taking action, however small
Miss lady
Addressing a woman respectfully and warmly, like a friend or acquaintance
You could have been born a little later but I don't care
Acknowledging the generation gap and expressing acceptance and openness towards different ages
So what if your head sports a couple of grey hairs
Normalizing aging and presenting it as a natural part of life
Same here, and actually I think it's funky
Sharing a personal connection and appreciation for aging, finding it unique and interesting
Miss lady
Repeating the respectful and friendly address for emphasis
It looks to me like you need a little juice in your life
Sensing a lack of excitement or energy and offering a solution to it
Call me when that big ole house gets lonelyfied
Offering support and companionship during a perceived lonely or isolated situation
And I'll teleport from here to there
Using playful language to imply eagerness and dedication to being there for the person
You show me how it's supposed to be done
Expressing willingness to learn and be guided by the person's experiences and knowledge
I'll make sure you have young fun
Offering to bring joy and excitement to the person's life regardless of their age
You're sophisticated
Complimenting the person's knowledge, experience, and elegance
Just me and miss lady
Emphasizing the bond and connection between the two people
You've got me talking like a baby
Describing the effect the person has on the singer, making them feel vulnerable and childlike
You make me talk baby talk, baby talk
Repeating the previous line in a playful and endearing way
She's sophisticated
Continuing to compliment the person while referring to them in the third person
You make me talk baby talk
Repeating the playful and endearing language used earlier
Like ga ga and goo goo
Using onomatopoeia to reference baby talk and reinforce the childlike tone
Oh momma
Addressing the person affectionately and respectfully, as a nurturer or caregiver
You're so experienced
Continuing to compliment the person's knowledge and expertise
Teach me something new
Reiterating the desire to learn and be guided by the person
Teach me something new
Repeating and emphasizing the previous line
You're sophisticated
Concluding with a positive compliment for the person's sophistication and wisdom
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Roba Music, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: GREG JOHN N FITZGERALD, CHARLOTTE RACHEL KELLY
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