Big Boy
Sarah Saint James Lyrics
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Sugar sweet but rot your teeth if you ain't what I like (yuh)
Strawberries and cream, cause I′m the fancy type
Like oh my, you got on your new tie
Sit at the top of the table, but only your seats high
No lie, I'll sit here for like 5, before I gotta say bye
Knocking on the door, but you're not on my list
You were late to the party it's over
And you ain′t gonna be the one
To be the
Big boy
But I'm not your play toy
Enjoy
Your view from the sidе boy
You like it?
Do you like this?
Tell mе you like it
Say you got the bill cause money never tight
Black card, but you only paying for a bite
And if you like the taste I know you gonna wanna slice
Ain′t it funny? You always keeping me close
Don't do commitment, until I sell out a show
Sorry you missed me, just leave your name at the tone
Knocking on the door, but you′re not on my list
N'Your name hasn't even touched my lips
You were late to the party it′s over
And you ain′t gonna be the one
To be the
Big boy
But I'm not your play toy
Enjoy
Your view from the side boy
You like it?
Do you like this?
Tell me you like it
You were late to the party it′s over
And you ain't gonna be the one
The lyrics of "BIG BOY" by Sarah Saint James explore the themes of power, independence, and control within romantic relationships. The opening lines "I'm pretty in pink until the day I die/Sugar sweet but rot your teeth if you ain't what I like" suggest that Saint James is aware of her own attractiveness and charm, but is also selective with her affections. She likens herself to "strawberries and cream, cause I'm the fancy type," implying that she is drawn to luxury and sophistication. The following lines "Sit at the top of the table, but only your seat's high/No lie, I'll sit here for like 5, before I gotta say bye" suggest that she's in control of the relationship and is willing to end it if her partner doesn't meet her standards.
The chorus of the song is the most powerful, as Saint James sings "To be the big boy/But I'm not your play toy/Enjoy your view from the side boy/You like it? Do you like this? Tell me you like it." Here, she's asserting her independence and making it clear that she's not interested in playing second fiddle to anyone. The lines "Say you got the bill cause money never tight/Black card, but you only paying for a bite/And if you like the taste I know you gonna wanna slice" also underline her desire for someone who can 'treat her right', though the "sorry you missed me, just leave your name at the tone" once again shows her clear-cut expectations.
Overall, "BIG BOY" is an assertive and confident song that explores themes of power and control within intimate relationships. It's a celebration of self-awareness and the pursuit of luxury and sophistication, but also highlights the importance of maintaining independence and not sacrificing one's own standards for anyone else.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm pretty in pink until the day I die
I will always be the glamorous, pink-loving diva until the day I die
Sugar sweet but rot your teeth if you ain't what I like (yuh)
My personality is charming and endearing, but if you don't fit my standards, I won't give you the time of day
Strawberries and cream, cause I'm the fancy type
I have expensive taste, and I expect nothing less than the best
Like oh my, you got on your new tie
I notice the little details, but that doesn't necessarily mean I'm impressed
Sit at the top of the table, but only your seats high
I may hold a position of power, but I'm not going to let it go to my head
No lie, I'll sit here for like 5, before I gotta say bye
I'll give you a chance, but I won't stick around for long if you're not impressing me
Knocking on the door, but you're not on my list
You're trying to get in with me, but you haven't made the cut
N'Your name hasn't even touched my lips
You're not even on my radar
You were late to the party it's over
You missed your chance with me, and now it's too late
And you ain't gonna be the one
I've already made up my mind about you, and you're not going to change it
To be the Big boy
You're not going to be the one in control in this situation
But I'm not your play toy
I won't let myself be used or manipulated by you
Enjoy
Have fun trying to impress me, but don't expect much in return
Your view from the side boy
You're relegated to the sidelines and don't have a shot at being anything more to me
You like it?
Are you satisfied with your position in this dynamic?
Do you like this?
Do you enjoy being put in your place and kept at arm's length?
Tell me you like it
Let me know that you're okay with your status as someone who doesn't measure up
Say you got the bill cause money never tight
You may have money, but that doesn't mean you have what it takes to impress me or win my affection
Black card, but you only paying for a bite
Your wealth doesn't mean much to me if you're not willing to spend it on the things I want
And if you like the taste I know you gonna wanna slice
If you want to impress me, you'll have to prove it by indulging my expensive tastes
Ain't it funny? You always keeping me close
You may think you're getting somewhere with me, but in reality, you're still very far away
Don't do commitment, until I sell out a show
I'm not interested in settling down with anyone until I reach the level of success I desire
Sorry you missed me, just leave your name at the tone
If you're late to the game and didn't get a chance to impress me, tough luck - you'll have to try again another time
Writer(s): Cyrus Villanueva, Sarah Bodle
Contributed by Hailey N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@maddisonanne8919
I love this song with my entire being. And i tried to show it to my mom... try to give her a glimpse, and she turned it into a lecture about religion. She's not ready to accept and I have to accept shes not at that place. I am me and thats okay.
@bobdawkins7473
Regarding the Obesity part of this whole message... The song is amazing, the lyrics are clever BUT a lot of people who are overweight and hate themselves are WAITING for that little bit of inspiration to get down the gym n change their lives. There are some who goto the gym to impress others, some that go for health, but the truth is... if you are healthy > you look better, you feel better are more happy. (Which is why doctors too recommend for so many different forms of depression / disorders).
I've been fat and I was depressed. I've been skinny and I was depressed too, but it wasn't until I looked in the mirror and said........ "God why am I feeling so sorry for myself... people have way bigger problems than me out there, and they're happy, they look after themselves... About time i start taking responsibility for me."
2 weeks of Gym training, my personality was back, I was happy, I was getting compliments already on my achievements. It's ok if some people need a little inspiration to get going, but it's so much faster if in your life you CHOOSE to make yourself better. Self improvement is a choice.
@PhoenixNymphy
My heart hurts the lyrics are so powerful and hit close to home. As a filmmaker this was a very clever way to create this and very well done, I think it made the song even more powerful.
@terhalyn
I love this song! I've been playing it on repeat, and only it, since it was released. There's just something about seeing all these people in this music video that relate to this song that made me cry while watching it the first time.
@mysticskyfall158
i just discovered this song because it popped up in my recommendations and i'm obsessed already. i can totally relate as my entire family immediately bashes my religion and sexuality because it says its wrong in the bible
@jillbarentt9569
This song hits on a different level, damn
@codycreighton7402
this is absolutely godamn amazing!! love it. you're incredible. and you have clearly touched a whole ass section of our community in an insanely deep way xxx keep it up.
@emilytwichel3943
every time i watch this i cry. in the best possible way. there’s just so much emotion and passion in this song.
@martywalthall1237
I literally CANNOT play this some loud enough. After 20+ years of religious trauma I am still deconstructing and this song is everything to me.
@shyannecaward3470
I haven’t found a song that invokes this much of an emotional response in me in so long and I appreciate this so much.