Is She Allright
Second Sex Lyrics
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Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Simmer down, Simmer down
They say we′re too young now to amount to anything else
But look around
We work too damn hard for this just to give it up now
If you don't swim, you′ll drown
But don't move, honey
She looks so perfect standing there
In my American Apparel underwear
And I know now, that I'm so down
Your lipstick stain is a work of art
I got your name tattooed in an arrow heart
And I know now, that I′m so down
Hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
Let′s get out, let's get out
′Cause this deadbeat town's only here just to keep us down
While I was out, I found myself alone just thinking
If I showed up with a plane ticket
And a shiny diamond ring with your name on it
Would you wanna run away too?
′Cause all I really want is you
She looks so perfect standing there
In my American Apparel underwear
And I know now, that I'm so down
I made a mixtape straight out of ′94
I've got your ripped skinny jeans lying on the floor
And I know now, that I'm so down
Hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
She looks so perfect standing there
In my American Apparel underwear
And I know now, that I′m so down
Your lipstick stain is a work of art
I got your name tattooed in an arrow heart
And I know now, that I′m so down
Hey, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
You look so perfect standing there
In my American Apparel underwear
And I know now, that I'm so down (hey)
Your lipstick stain is a work of art (hey, hey)
I got your name tattooed in an arrow heart (hey, hey)
And I know now, that I′m so down (hey, hey)
The lyrics of Second Sex's song "Is She Allright" delve into themes of youthful rebellion, love, and the desire for escape from the constraints of a monotonous or oppressive environment. The repetition of "Hey, hey, hey, hey!" at the beginning sets an energetic and almost defiant tone, as if the singer is gearing up to express their frustrations and aspirations.
The chorus reflects a sense of defiance against those who doubt the potential of the singer and their peers due to their youth. Despite societal expectations, they are determined to continue working hard towards their goals. The line "If you don't swim, you'll drown, but don't move, honey" suggests the importance of perseverance and not giving up in the face of challenges.
The mention of the singer's love interest who looks perfect standing there in American Apparel underwear conveys a sense of admiration and infatuation. The imagery of a lipstick stain being a work of art and getting the person's name tattooed in an arrow heart symbolizes a deep emotional connection and commitment.
The second verse explores the idea of breaking free from a stagnant environment, with the singer contemplating whether their love interest would join them in escaping to a better place. The reference to a mixtape from '94 and ripped skinny jeans adds a nostalgic and intimate touch, illustrating the depth of their relationship and the longing for togetherness.
Overall, "Is She Allright" encapsulates a mix of defiance, love, and yearning for escape, painting a vivid picture of youthful rebellion and romantic idealism. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the strong emotions and desires expressed throughout the song, while the energetic and catchy melody complements the passionate lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Simmer down, Simmer down
Calm down, relax
They say we’re too young now to amount to anything else
People doubt our potential because of our age
But look around
Take a moment to observe your surroundings
We work too damn hard for this just to give it up now
We've put in a lot of effort to achieve success, so we won't give up easily
If you don't swim, you’ll drown
You have to keep moving forward or else you'll fail
But don’t move, honey
Stay where you are, my love
She looks so perfect standing there
She appears flawless in that moment
In my American Apparel underwear
Wearing stylish clothing from a popular brand
And I know now, that I'm so down
I am deeply infatuated
Your lipstick stain is a work of art
The mark of your kiss is beautiful
I got your name tattooed in an arrow heart
I permanently inked your name on my body in a heart shape
Let’s get out, let’s get out
Let's escape, let's leave
‘Cause this deadbeat town’s only here just to keep us down
This boring place is blocking our potential
While I was out, I found myself alone just thinking
During my time away, I reflected on my own
If I showed up with a plane ticket
Would you come with me if I brought a ticket?
And a shiny diamond ring with your name on it
And a sparkly ring engraved with your name
Would you wanna run away too?
Would you also want to escape?
‘Cause all I really want is you
Because you're all that I desire
I made a mixtape straight out of ‘94
I created a playlist from the music of 1994
I’ve got your ripped skinny jeans lying on the floor
Your torn slim-fit pants are on the ground
You look so perfect standing there
You appear flawless in that moment
Writer(s): Sacha Bastien Naigard, Vincent Pierre Naigard, Timothee Bernelle, Arthur Denis Thierry Verret
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