Girls Like Us
Pistol Annies Lyrics
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But I've been known to play
You won't likely find me letting down my guard
But I'll get drunk and carried away
Girls like us
We don't mess around
We don't tie you up
Don't girls like us make the world go round and round?
I get up and get dressed and put it on
And act like I got it together
'Cause somebody's gotta put the supper on
And no man would know better
Girls like us
We don't mess around
We don't tie you up
Just to let you down
Don't girls like us make the world go round and round?
At the end of another hell of a day
I wouldn't change a thing
I kick off my shoes, mix up a drink
And get on my knees and pray, pray
Girls like us
We don't mess around
We don't tie you up
Just to let you down
Don't girls like us make the world go round?
Don't girls like us make the world go round and round?
In Pistol Annies’ song Girls Like Us, the lyrics describe the tough and hardworking nature of women. Pistol Annies, a country music supergroup consisting of Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe, and Angaleena Presley, are known for their empowering lyrics about women. In this song, the lyrics depict the daily struggles of a working-class woman who gets up each day, puts on a brave face, and goes about her daily chores, all while carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders. The song highlights the idea that women don’t have to be weak to be feminine, and that women have the ability to work hard, play hard, and still keep everything together.
The chorus of the song, “Girls like us, we don’t mess around, we don’t tie you up just to let you down, don’t girls like us make the world go round and round?” further emphasizes the idea that women are tough, hardworking, and dependable. The phrase “girls like us” implies that there are many other women out there like the singer, which further reinforces the idea that women are capable and strong.
Overall, Girls Like Us celebrates women who work hard, play hard, and aren’t afraid to be themselves. It’s a celebration of the strength and resilience of women, and a reminder that women can do anything they set their minds to.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never been a stranger to working hard
I am accustomed to putting in effort to achieve my goals.
But I've been known to play
Despite my hard work, I also enjoy having fun and letting loose.
You won't likely find me letting down my guard
I am usually cautious and don't reveal too much about myself to others.
But I'll get drunk and carried away
However, when I do let loose, I may go overboard and lose control.
Girls like us
Women who are like me.
We don't mess around
We take life seriously and don't waste time on meaningless pursuits.
We don't tie you up
We don't play games or manipulate others for our own gain.
Just to let you down
Only to disappoint or hurt them in the end.
Don't girls like us make the world go round and round?
Aren't women like us a vital part of society and essential to keeping things moving forward?
I get up and get dressed and put it on
I start my day by getting ready and presenting myself in a polished manner.
And act like I got it together
I try to appear confident and in control, even when I don't feel that way.
'Cause somebody's gotta put the supper on
I take on the responsibility of feeding my family, even if it means sacrificing my own desires or needs.
And no man would know better
I know what needs to be done and how to handle it, regardless of anyone else's opinion or input.
At the end of another hell of a day
After a long and difficult day.
I wouldn't change a thing
Despite the challenges, I don't regret my choices or actions.
I kick off my shoes, mix up a drink
To unwind and relax, I take off my shoes and make a drink for myself.
And get on my knees and pray, pray
As a form of self-care and introspection, I pray for guidance and strength.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MIRANDA LAMBERT, ANGALEENA PRESLEY, ASHLEY MONROE
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