MESS
Sofi De la Torre Lyrics


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No princess, riches, diamonds
I'm never gonna be your
Sugar, honey, candy
You're never gonna get it

Boy you've been lying to yourself
You've been taking me for somebody else
Romantic sunsets aren't for me
Flowers, for all I care, are some kind of tree

No way, no way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess
No way, you better get out of my way
You'll only end up a regretter
And you're only gonna love me less
I need a break man, I don't need this

No way, No way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess

No late night phone call habits
I'm never gonna be your fancy dinner lady
You're never gonna get it
Boy you've been lying to yourself
You've been taking me for somebody else
Being a good girl, ain't my thing
Angels, for all I care, are suckers with wings

No way, no way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess
No way, you better get out of my way
You'll only end up a regretter
And you're only gonna love me less
I need a break man, I don't need this

No way, No way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess
(I'm always gonna love my mess)

No way, no way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess
No way, you better get out of my way
You'll only end up a regretter
And you're only gonna love me less

No way, no way
I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess
No way, you better get out of my way
You'll only end up a regretter
And you're only gonna love me less
I need a break man, I don't need this

No way, no way




I'm never gonna change for the better
I'm always gonna love my mess

Overall Meaning

The song "Mess" by Sofi de la Torre is an empowering anthem for those who refuse to change themselves for the sake of fitting into expectations of others. The lyrics state the singer’s refusal to conform to societal norms, particularly in relation to how women often feel the pressure to present themselves as perfect and put-together. The repeated phrase "I'm never gonna be your sugar, honey, candy" serves as a direct rejection of the idea that a woman's worth is tied to her appearance or ability to please a man. Additionally, the lines “No late night phone call habits, I'm never gonna be your fancy dinner lady” suggest that the singer is not interested in being tied down or being someone’s arm candy.


The song also acts as a warning to men who might try to change or manipulate the singer. The lyrics “you'll only end up a regretter, and you're only gonna love me less” imply that trying to control her or force her to change will ultimately result in the relationship falling apart. The chorus “I'm never gonna change for the better, I'm always gonna love my mess” is a reaffirmation of the singer's commitment to staying true to herself, even if it means going against societal expectations or missing out on certain opportunities.


Overall, "Mess" is a powerful song about self-love and resisting societal pressure to conform. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their imperfections and reject anyone who tries to change them.


Line by Line Meaning

No princess, riches, diamonds
I don't need materialistic things to feel fulfilled.


I'm never gonna be your Sugar, honey, candy
I won't compromise my authenticity to fit your ideal version of a partner.


You're never gonna get it
You won't change my mind or who I am.


Boy you've been lying to yourself
You are deceiving yourself by thinking I'll conform to your expectations.


You've been taking me for somebody else
You assume I am someone else, but I am not changing myself for anyone.


Romantic sunsets aren't for me
I don't necessarily enjoy traditional romantic ideals.


Flowers, for all I care, are some kind of tree
I don't see the appeal in flowers like the stereotypical romantic partner does.


No way, no way
I am insistent on this decision.


I'm never gonna change for the better
I won't change to meet your standards of what is better or right.


I'm always gonna love my mess
I refuse to change who I am and my flaws are part of my identity.


No way, you better get out of my way
I am warning you to respect my decision and not try to change me.


You'll only end up a regretter
If you persist with trying to change me, you'll regret it later.


And you're only gonna love me less
If I change myself to meet your expectations, you won't truly love me for who I am.


I need a break man, I don't need this
I need you to give me some space and stop trying to mold me into something I am not.


No late night phone call habits
I won't adhere to your romantic ideas, like late night phone calls.


I'm never gonna be your fancy dinner lady
I won't conform to traditional gender roles in relationships.


Being a good girl, ain't my thing
I won't comply with societal expectations of women and their behavior.


Angels, for all I care, are suckers with wings
I don't buy into traditional religious beliefs, and see angels as being foolish.




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