FASHION
Paolo Nutini Feat. Janelle Monáe Lyrics
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Gonna make it in the land of milk and honey
Oh when you called and said you're on your way
Gonna stake your claim
Make your money
I'm picturing you
With Manolos on your feet
Strutting cool down Carnaby Street
What a woman
Putty in your hand
All your one night stands
You just
You gotta keep them coming
Cause she's in fashion
She's chic
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
She's in fashion
La freak
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
And she's my queen
There's more to life than sex appeal
But sometimes it takes an angel to remember
Oh and this lady she's the real deal
On the cover from December to December
Though her eyes - reveal her vanity
She's got soul, she's got class - and originality
She's got style and a personality
And she wears it on her sleeve
Cause she's in fashion
She's chic
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
She's in fashion
La freak
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
And she's my queen
When I pull up on the scene
My tuxedo too clean
Red nails red lips 5 rings
And I keep my cuffs thicker than a bold magazine
Car like a felon in the back looking clean
We taking off like a dirty limousine
You ever met a girl with her pedals in the sand
Or wear a suit and tie way better than a man
Kansas to Atlanta to London into Coco Babana
Electric Ladies, take a ride in my Mercedes
She's in fashion
She's chic
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
She's in fashion
La freak
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
And she's my queen
She's my queen
Lady is my queen
She's my queen
Your majesty
The song “Fashion” by Paolo Nutini portrays the journey of a woman who is determined to make it big in the fashion industry. The lyrics suggest that she is on her way to success and is seen as an icon of fashion and style. The song alludes to the idea that the woman is living the high life, with expensive branded clothes, walking down the streets of London, commanding all the attention from everyone around her. The lyrics also highlight the woman's confidence, which is evident in the way she carries herself, making her irresistible to men. However, the song also recognizes the woman's substance, her soul, class, and personality that make her who she is.
The chorus of this song emphasizes the woman's status as a fashion icon. She is chic and fashionable, dominating the belle nouvelle of Boogie Street. The song also acknowledges the woman's individuality, indicating that she is not just a pretty face or a mere object of desire but a queen, who deserves respect from everyone around her. The concluding lines show unwavering loyalty from the artist, who considers her a queen, and pledges to stand by her.
Line by Line Meaning
Flying on a big jet plane
Traveling in luxury, with aspirations of success
Gonna make it in the land of milk and honey
Determined to achieve success and prosperity
Oh when you called and said you're on your way
Anticipation of someone's arrival
Gonna stake your claim
Determined to achieve success and stake their claim
Make your money
Acquiring wealth as a priority
I'm picturing you
Imagining the appearance and demeanor of someone
With Manolos on your feet
Wearing luxury footwear and being highly fashionable
Strutting cool down Carnaby Street
Walking confidently down a fashionable street
What a body
Physical attractiveness of an individual
What a woman
Complimenting the beauty and femininity of an individual
Putty in your hand
Having control and ability to manipulate others
All your one night stands
Casual sexual relationships without commitment
You just
Continuing to engage in casual relationships
You gotta keep them coming
Encouraging oneself to continue seeking temporary pleasure
Cause she's in fashion
Complimenting the individual's fashion sense and style
She's chic
Describing the individual as trendy and stylish
She's the belle nouvelle on Boogie Street
Referring to the individual as the most fashionable on the street
She's in fashion
Complimenting the individual's fashion sense and style
La freak
Referring to the individual as unique and special
And she's my queen
Describing the individual as royalty and someone to admire
There's more to life than sex appeal
Reminding oneself that there are other aspects of life that are important
But sometimes it takes an angel to remember
Acknowledging that it can be difficult to remember this
Oh and this lady she's the real deal
Complimenting the individual's authenticity and genuineness
On the cover from December to December
Consistently being in the public eye
Though her eyes - reveal her vanity
Acknowledging that the individual may have a sense of self-importance
She's got soul, she's got class - and originality
Recognizing that the individual has many positive traits
She's got style and a personality
The individual has a unique sense of style and authentic personality
And she wears it on her sleeve
The individual is proud and open about their personality and style
When I pull up on the scene
Drawing attention and making an entrance
My tuxedo too clean
Appearing well-dressed and clean
Red nails red lips 5 rings
Wearing elaborate accessories, including red nails, lips, and rings
And I keep my cuffs thicker than a bold magazine
Wearing stylish and noticeable accessories
Car like a felon in the back looking clean
Driving a high-end car and appearing fashionable
We taking off like a dirty limousine
Leaving in a grand and fashionable manner
You ever met a girl with her pedals in the sand
Meeting someone who is both beautiful and down-to-earth
Or wear a suit and tie way better than a man
Describing an individual who can wear masculine clothing in a fashionable way
Kansas to Atlanta to London into Coco Babana
Traveling to various places, including a luxurious resort
Electric Ladies, take a ride in my Mercedes
Inviting fashionable and attractive women on a ride in a luxury car
She's my queen
Describing the individual as royalty and someone to admire
Lady is my queen
Reiterating that the individual is royalty and someone to admire
Your majesty
Showing respect and admiration for the individual
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JANELLE MONAE, LEO ABRAHAMS, PAOLO GIOVANNI NUTINI
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