You're So Fucking Pretty
Regrettes Lyrics


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Spin the bottle, will I be enough?
I know how your kiss would taste even without touch
Is she just a friend or is she going home with you?

The walls are shaking, my shoes take me to you
My filters breaking, can you tell her to move
I think she's in my spot, I'm pretty sure you feel it too

Your fingertips run down my spine
I dream about the curves of you melting into mine
My younger heart was feeling new
But now when I look back I know exactly what I'd do

You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away
You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away

Drunken secrets spill out of my mouth
Eat my words up just to let me down
You tell me it's too late
Now you're the one that got away

Your fingertips run down my spine
I think about it late at night, wishing you were mine
My younger heart was feeling new
But now when I look back I know exactly what I'd do

You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away
You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away

Take my breath away

You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away
You give a little and I fall a little too much
I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
In the bathroom you fix your face
And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "You're So Fucking Pretty" by the Regrettes vividly portray a complex emotional landscape filled with yearning, self-doubt, and the pangs of unrequited love. The opening lines, “Spin the bottle, will I be enough?” set a youthful, almost nostalgic tone, reminiscent of adolescent games that carry significant weight in the realm of romantic exploration. The metaphor of spinning the bottle alludes to chance and fate in relationships, implying a sense of anxiety about one's worthiness. The singer's concern about whether they measure up in the eyes of the person they desire highlights feelings of insecurity; this worry is compounded by the ambiguity of the other party's intentions, especially when mentioning a possible romantic rival. Through lines like “Is she just a friend or is she going home with you?” the singer grapples with uncertainty, revealing a deeper question about emotional exclusivity and connection.


As the song progresses, the physical sensations, such as “the walls are shaking” and “my shoes take me to you,” evoke a visceral yearning that transcends mere infatuation. The imagery reflects a blend of anticipation and anxiety, suggesting that the singer is emotionally overwhelmed when considering their feelings for this other person. The acknowledgment of filters breaking implies a raw vulnerability, revealing a desire to be genuine in a potentially competitive situation marked by jealousy, as the singer notes, “I think she's in my spot.” This tension between wanting to express oneself and the fear of being overshadowed creates an intense emotional backdrop, further accented by tactile sensory details like “your fingertips run down my spine,” indicating a desire for closeness and intimacy.


The chorus encapsulates the emotional rollercoaster of falling for someone whose beauty captivates the singer. Phrases like “You give a little and I fall a little too much” capture the push-pull dynamic of their relationship, where both parties might share brief moments of connection but seem destined for misalignment. The recurring motif of being “too late” adds to the sense of inevitability; no matter how strongly the singer feels, there’s an awareness that their timing is off. This creates a poignant tension, as they attempt to grasp at fleeting moments yet watch helplessly as they slip away. The setting of a bathroom, a space often associated with private reflection and vulnerability, intensifies these themes of insecurity and desire, as the subject they admire takes the time to “fix your face,” which accentuates their beauty while reinforcing the singer's feelings of inadequacy.


The later verses deepen this theme of regret and longing, as drinking leads to confessions that ultimately result in disappointment: “Eat my words up just to let me down.” The juxtaposition of drunken secrets against a backdrop of sober reality emphasizes a sense of irresponsibility and clarity regarding feelings that may have been expressed impulsively. The refrain “Now you’re the one that got away” captures a bittersweet sentiment that resonates with the universal pain of unrequited love and lost opportunities. As the song comes full circle, the evocative imagery of the other person fixing their appearance serves as a metaphor for both their perceived unattainability and the singer’s sense of loss, ultimately leaving a haunting impression: they are left breathless not only by physical beauty but by the weight of what might have been.


Line by Line Meaning

Spin the bottle, will I be enough?
In a game of chance and choices, I wonder if I can measure up to your expectations.


I know how your kiss would taste even without touch
My imagination vividly foretells the intimate connection we could share, transcending physical interaction.


Is she just a friend or is she going home with you?
I grapple with uncertainty about your relationship with another person, questioning the boundaries of friendship and romance.


The walls are shaking, my shoes take me to you
My emotions are tumultuous, propelling me towards you despite the chaos around me.


My filters breaking, can you tell her to move
I am losing my composure, urging you to create space between yourself and the other person to clarify feelings.


I think she's in my spot, I'm pretty sure you feel it too
I'm sensing an unwelcome presence where I typically feel a connection with you, and I believe you recognize it as well.


Your fingertips run down my spine
Your touch ignites a physical and emotional response in me, causing a wave of excitement.


I dream about the curves of you melting into mine
I fantasize about our bodies intertwining, capturing the intimacy I long for.


My younger heart was feeling new
In my youth, I experienced love with fresh optimism and innocence.


But now when I look back I know exactly what I'd do
Reflecting on past experiences, I have gained clarity about how I would approach those moments differently.


You give a little and I fall a little too much
Your small gestures of affection make me become overly attached and emotionally invested.


I give a little, I'm too late, you slip from my clutch
Despite my efforts to express my feelings, I find that I am always just a step behind, causing me to lose you.


In the bathroom you fix your face
In a moment of personal transformation, you prepare yourself, highlighting an inner beauty that captivates me.


And you're so fucking pretty you take my breath away
Your beauty has such a profound effect on me that it leaves me momentarily speechless and awestruck.


Drunken secrets spill out of my mouth
Under the influence, my hidden truths and feelings emerge, revealing more than I intended.


Eat my words up just to let me down
You consume my confessions but ultimately disappoint me, shattering my hopes.


You tell me it's too late
You inform me that our chances have passed, and we have missed our opportunity to connect.


Now you're the one that got away
You have become a poignant memory, a lost potential that haunts my thoughts.


I think about it late at night, wishing you were mine
In moments of solitude, I reflect on my longing for you, yearning for a deeper connection that never fully materialized.


Take my breath away
Your presence and beauty create an overwhelming feeling that leaves me utterly captivated.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brooke Dickson, Drew Thomsen, Genessa Gariano, Lydia Victoria Night

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Comments from YouTube:

@nashyface

I love the home the video is filmed in. It feels so vintage but fresh at the same time.

@suki3981

Just wanted to share the message The Regrettes put in their newsletter for this song as I find it very beautiful and important :)

From Lydia: “It's the first time I've ever written directly about a girl I had a crush on, and it took me a while for me to even allow my brain to accept the fact that I'm bisexual. I always felt like I couldn't validate my own feelings because I had never been in a relationship with a girl. But I had a pretty big crush on one of my friends a while ago and this song is an exaggeration of that, but it’s still coming from a very real place. It was the first experience where I was like, ‘Oh, these are real feelings, this isn’t just a sexual attraction,’ and that helped me realize I wasn’t straight. This song means so much to me because it also represents the time we spent in Joshua tree and opening up to my whole band about that experience and not feeling embarrassed or scared of talking about it. Writing this was important for me because it just validated my own sexuality.”

Genessa also adds: “As a queer person growing up it definitely felt like there weren't many songs I could relate to fully and I feel like this song would have been something I would have held really close to my heart as a kid. I hope that happens with other people. I don't think it necessarily has to be this queer anthem but I think someone else could listen to it and feel the same way, or someone could feel that way about a boy they like. Boys can be pretty too.”

- I have already shared this on their other ysfp video but wanted to do it here to (and i really love this music video and the aesthetics!)

@Alexander-is9jo

🏳️‍🌈 ️‍

@yazzielily

Thank you, I love little informational things like this. I'm new to this band, where can I find the newsletter?

@sydneys4695

@@yazzielily if you go to their website it’s there!

@MrPijus123

I'm a guy and after 2 hetero relationships I'm starting to question myself too. Glad songs like this exist to help people progress towards accepting themselves.

@fritoleigh

thank you so much for this!

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@bailey.blr26

this was so aesthetically pleasing to listen to and watching the way she moves so effortlessly and naturally i really feel like she’s just sitting in her home thinking about this person and it relatable and touching at the same time

@laurabelacqua9064

yess, before the video came out i acted just like her when listening to the song tbh

@kevingilliam6807

So this song is just beautiful. Lydia is expressing so much real emotion here. I love this.

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