Girl o' My Dreams
Prince Lyrics


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Here we go, 2.. 1, 2, 3!

I want a woman like Marilyn Monroe
The kind of woman that'd never say no
The kind of woman that'd make you scream
"That's the girl o' my dreams!"

I want a woman that'll treat me right
Give me good lovin' all through the night
Take her on a date, she's my machine
That's the girl o' my dreams

Chorus:
Oh, the girl o' my dreams
Oh, listen people, that's the girl o' my dreams

I want a woman like Lauren Bacall
Old and wrinkled but knows it all
Got all the little tricks that'll make me cream
That's the girl o' my dreams

I want a woman that'll wash my hair
Even wash my underwear
Always smilin', never mean
That's the girl o' my dreams

Chorus

I would say that U're a chauvinist

No, I just got a lot of things that are on my list!

Yeah, if she couldn't hang, would you give her the fist?

No man, I'd sit her right down and give her a little kiss!

Oh, I need a woman like Lena Horne
Knowed she was funky since the day she was born
Lena's mama say "Doc, is it a girl?"
Doc say "And how!"
Lena smiled, slapped the doctor and said
"Sucker I'm runnin' things now!"





Chorus

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Prince's song "Girl o' My Dreams" depict the artist's longing for the perfect woman. He goes on to specify that he wants a woman similar to Marilyn Monroe or Lauren Bacall. The woman Prince is looking for must treat him well and show him love and affection throughout the night. He comments on the fact that age is not an issue, as he mentions Lauren Bacall as an older woman who knows what she's doing. He wants a woman who will take care of him, washing his hair and even his underwear. The chorus repeats the phrase "the girl o' my dreams" to emphasize Prince's desire for a perfect partner.


Prince's lyrics have caused controversy as the song seemingly objectifies women. In response, Prince argues that his lyrics are just a list of things he desires in a partner, rather than a statement of how women should behave or be treated. The song also features a back-and-forth conversation where Prince denies being a chauvinist, only to be questioned by his female counterpart.


Overall, "Girl o' My Dreams" is a playful yet controversial song that gives insight into Prince's views on relationships and what he desires in a partner.


Line by Line Meaning

I want a woman like Marilyn Monroe
I desire a woman who ebodies the qualities of Marilyn Monroe, a woman who is attractive, seductive, and glamorous.


The kind of woman that'd never say no
A woman who never denies me pleasure or companionship.


The kind of woman that'd make you scream "That's the girl o' my dreams!"
A woman whose presence and demeanor is so enchanting and fulfilling that I would be compelled to express my contentment with my heart's cry.


I want a woman that'll treat me right
I desire a woman who consistently demonstrates affection, kindness, and respect towards me.


Give me good lovin' all through the night
A woman who is willing and able to maintain sexual intimacy with me for extended periods of time.


Take her on a date, she's my machine
A woman who is so dependable and reliable that I could rely on her to accompany me on social outings on a regular basis.


Oh, the girl o' my dreams Oh, listen people, that's the girl o' my dreams
This woman represents the embodiment of my desires and I want everyone to know it.


I want a woman like Lauren Bacall
I desire a woman who possesses the desirable traits of Lauren Bacall, such as striking looks and a commanding presence.


Old and wrinkled but knows it all
A woman who is aged and experienced, yet retains a worldly knowledge of things.


Got all the little tricks that'll make me cream
A woman who possesses secret knowledge or techniques that would be able to arouse and satisfy me.


I want a woman that'll wash my hair
A woman who is nurturing, caring, and is willing to meet my every need.


Even wash my underwear
A woman who is so accommodating and caring that she would perform even the most intimate acts of care for me.


Always smilin', never mean
A woman who is joyful, kind, and has a positive outlook on life.


I would say that U're a chauvinist
It could be perceived that my views towards women are sexist or show an excessive display of male dominance.


No, I just got a lot of things that are on my list!
I am simply an individual who has very specific desires and requirements when it comes to a potential female partner.


Yeah, if she couldn't hang, would you give her the fist?
If a woman couldn't meet my expectations, would I resort to violence to make my point or lash out in frustration?


No man, I'd sit her right down and give her a little kiss!
No, I would rather sit down with her and calmly discuss our differences then attempt to show affection and affectionately resolve our issues.


Oh, I need a woman like Lena Horne
I desire a woman who encompasses the desirable traits of Lena Horne, such as being talented, successful, and independent.


Knowed she was funky since the day she was born
Lena has always possessed a distinctive and unique personality that sets her apart from others and draws people to her.


Lena's mama say "Doc, is it a girl?" Doc say "And how!" Lena smiled, slapped the doctor and said "Sucker I'm runnin' things now!"
A humorous anecdote about Lena Horne's birth, where her mother asked the doctor about her baby's gender and received confirmation that Lena was female, only for Lena to interject and assert her own dominance, indicating a woman with a strong and unrelenting character.


Chorus
The repeated chorus at the end of the stanzas that reinforces my strong desire for a woman who embodies the idealistic traits that I covet.




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Comments from YouTube:

Yvette Sanchez

I love everything about this song!! It's got a good old-fashioned tone to it!! & It's got a fast upbeat to it!! The music is absolutely incredible!! The words are so thoughtful, devoted, sweet, & romantic!! Our forever beloved, sweet Prince used the most wonderful tone to sing this!! & He sang this so outstandingly with his always incredible voice!! I am absolutely crazy about this song!! Pure Magnificence went into planning & performing this Precious Jewel of a song!! & Our forever beloved, sweet Prince truly gave us his all in performing this song!! I know that all of us women would love to be sung about like that!!
ONLY PRINCE!!
PRINCE ALWAYS KNEW HOW TO TOUCH OUR HEARTS & SOULS!!
EVERYTHING THAT PRINCE DID FOR US IS TOTAL ULTIMACY!!
PRINCE IS INCOMPARABLE!!
PRINCE IS FOREVER A SUPREME LEGEND!!
PRINCE REIGNS FOREVER!!
PRINCE IS ETERNAL!! PURPLE POWER!! PEACE ALWAYS!!

Donna Lain

Love it

Kara Adams

Loved it since the 1st time I heard it!

Daniela G.

Thank you! 💞

Dee 1

strong..

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