Miss Brown
Reverend and the Makers Lyrics


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Oh Miss Brown
Your ruby lipstick's gonna paint the town
You say you're happy
But your eyes let you down
But why not have another one
Regret it when tomorrow comes

Although you act the fool
I know you want a fella who doesn't treat you cruel
To show the other mothers at the school
That your not what they say you are
Someone who will do anything

Oh for love of Miss Brown
Oh for love of Miss Brown
Oh for love of Miss Brown
I'd do it all for the love of Miss Brown

I'd love to sleep tonight
But I'm not one for overstaying my invite
I won't be creeping out the backdoor
When it's nearly light
It's alright when you're bladdered
You'll regret it when tomorrow comes

Always a man to blame
I bet you'd start a fire counting you're old flames
You say you've never met
A good un 'cause we're all the same
'Cause some of us are different
I know someone who will do anything

Oh for love of Miss Brown
Oh for love of Miss Brown
Oh for love of Miss Brown
I'd do it all for the love of Miss Brown

I bet that your son's got more uncles than most
Who is this strange man eating frosties and toast
Bet that your son's got more uncles than most
Introductions at breakfast for frosties and toast

Oh for love of Miss Brown
Oh for love of Miss Brown




Oh for love of Miss Brown
I'd do it all for the love of Miss Brown

Overall Meaning

"Miss Brown" by Reverend and The Makers is a song that seems to be about a woman named Miss Brown who is struggling in some way. The opening lines describe her appearance with ruby lipstick that's going to paint the town, but her eyes show that she's not as happy as she may seem. The lyrics suggest that Miss Brown likes to drink, and that she doesn't always make the best decisions. But the tone of the song is not judgmental; in fact, the chorus sings "Oh for love of Miss Brown/I'd do it all for the love of Miss Brown." It's as if the lyrics are addressing a specific person who cares deeply about Miss Brown and wants to help her.


The second verse hints at Miss Brown's past; perhaps she's been hurt by men before and now thinks that all men are the same. The reference to "old flames" suggests that she's holding on to past relationships that may not have been good for her. However, the lyrics also suggest that there is someone who is different from the rest, who will do anything for Miss Brown. The bridge of the song seems to be talking about Miss Brown's son, who may have multiple father figures in his life.


Overall, "Miss Brown" is a song about caring for someone who is struggling, and wanting to be there for them even when they're not at their best. The lyrics don't try to fix Miss Brown or tell her what to do; instead, they offer comfort and support.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh Miss Brown
Addressing the person known as Miss Brown


Your ruby lipstick's gonna paint the town
Your choice of makeup is bold and it will attract attention


You say you're happy
Miss Brown claims to be content with her current situation


But your eyes let you down
Her expression betrays her claims of happiness


But why not have another one
It is suggested that she have another drink


Regret it when tomorrow comes
She may come to regret her actions in the morning


Although you act the fool
Miss Brown may be perceived as foolish


I know you want a fella who doesn't treat you cruel
She desires a partner who will treat her better than past lovers


To show the other mothers at the school
She wishes to prove something to the other mothers in her social circle


That your not what they say you are
She does not want to be defined by the rumors spread about her


Someone who will do anything
She is in search of someone to fulfill her needs or desires


Oh for love of Miss Brown
Expressing love or admiration for Miss Brown


I'd do it all for the love of Miss Brown
The singer would go to great lengths for Miss Brown's affection


I'd love to sleep tonight
The singer would like to rest


But I'm not one for overstaying my invite
He doesn't want to overstay his welcome


I won't be creeping out the backdoor
He does not intend to leave stealthily


When it's nearly light
He knows to leave before daylight


It's alright when you're bladdered
Being drunk makes foolish behavior seem okay


You'll regret it when tomorrow comes
Regretting one's actions in the morning after drinking too much


Always a man to blame
Miss Brown may place blame on men for any wrongdoings


I bet you'd start a fire counting you're old flames
She is prone to reminding herself of past relationships


You say you've never met
Miss Brown has not met the right partner yet


A good un 'cause we're all the same
She believes all men are alike and not good enough for her


'Cause some of us are different
The artist believes that not all men are the same


I know someone who will do anything
He knows of someone who will satisfy Miss Brown's needs


I bet that your son's got more uncles than most
Miss Brown's son has more male figures in his life than the average child


Who is this strange man eating frosties and toast
The singer is curious about someone at Miss Brown's house eating breakfast


Introductions at breakfast for frosties and toast
Meeting someone new over breakfast, eating frosted cereal and toast




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: THOMAS LEE ROWLEY, JONATHAN MCCLURE, ALAN HOWARD SMYTH

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The World of Barney

Quality tune to bop along to ;)

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