Gold Digger
The Dolly Rockers Lyrics
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Thinks she's got everything but she ain't got nothing
Well she was real plain, had no brain and had no dough
But now she can roll in it and watch her boobs grow
All the boys will pay whooa ooow
When she's out for prey if they're straight or gay
She wont end up alone
If looks could kill they probably will
Chorus
There's a brand new girl that's going round
Turning the boys upside down, Gold Digger
She's an only child that's been away,
Now she's back no-ones safe, Gold Digger
It's all very well if you kiss n tell to get ahead
Fit blokes don't count for much unless they got money
They pay for the glitz and the refurb tits
And turned up nose
Maxes their credit card and then it's heave ho
All the boys will pay Waoo-o-o
When she's out for prey if they're straight or gay
She wont end up alone
All the boys stand still Waoo-o-o
If looks could kill they probably will
Chorus
There's a brand new girl that's going round
Turning the boys upside down, Gold Digger
She's an only child that's been away,
Now she's back no-ones safe, Gold Digger
Stick on nails & plastic hair
Gucci bags and Prada shoes
Girl goes clubbing every night
Get a fright when light comes on
Dj... Gold Digger
Chorus
There's a brand new girl that's going round
Turning the boys upside down, Gold Digger
She's an only child that's been away,
Now she's back no-ones safe, Gold Digger
The Dolly Rockers's song Gold Digger is a commentary on the societal pressures facing women to value material wealth and physical appearance over intelligence and individuality. The lyrics describe a woman who was once "real plain" and had "no brain and had no dough" but has transformed herself into a manipulative and shallow gold-digger. The chorus suggests that this new girl is turning the boys upside down and no one is safe from her charms.
There is a clear condemnation of the gold-digger's values and behavior in the lyrics, as they describe her reliance on the wealth, credit cards, and appearance-enhancing treatments of men to achieve her own success. The third verse paints a picture of a woman obsessed with superficial appearances, with "stick on nails & plastic hair/Gucci bags and Prada shoes." The DJ at the club, referred to as "Gold Digger", is likely a representation of the societal pressure on women to conform to these expectations.
Despite the criticism of the gold-digger's actions, there is also a sense of pity in the lyrics for the boys who fall prey to her. The chorus states that "All the boys will pay [...] She won't end up alone," suggesting that they are victims of her manipulation and ultimate loneliness. The lyrics suggest that true connection and fulfillment are not found through chasing material wealth, but rather through genuine relationships and self-worth outside of societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
So there is a wag in every mag that you all know
There's always a woman who tries to get ahead by manipulating men, and we all know it.
Thinks she's got everything but she ain't got nothing
She may think she has it all by using men, but really she has nothing of her own.
Well she was real plain, had no brain and had no dough
She used to be unremarkable with no intelligence or money to her name.
But now she can roll in it and watch her boobs grow
Now she's making money off of men and can afford to get breast implants.
All the boys will pay whooa ooow
Men will willingly give her money to get her attention and affection.
When she's out for prey if they're straight or gay
She goes after anyone who is willing to give her money, regardless of their sexual orientation.
She wont end up alone
She thinks that with all the money she's making from men, she won't end up alone.
All the boys stand still Whooa ooow
Men are mesmerized by her looks and the chance to be with her for a price.
If looks could kill they probably will
She uses her good looks to her advantage in getting men to give her money.
There's a brand new girl that's going round
There's a new girl in town who's playing this game of using men for money.
Turning the boys upside down, Gold Digger
She's causing chaos and upheaval in the lives of these men who are falling for her schemes.
She's an only child that's been away,
The Gold Digger is an only child who's been away for some time.
Now she's back no-ones safe, Gold Digger
Now that she's returned, no man is safe from her schemes to get money out of them.
It's all very well if you kiss n tell to get ahead
It's considered acceptable to use your sexuality to get ahead in life.
Fit blokes don't count for much unless they got money
If a man is attractive but doesn't have money, he won't be able to catch the attention of the Gold Digger.
They pay for the glitz and the refurb tits
Men pay for her cosmetic enhancements and luxurious lifestyle.
And turned up nose
Men also pay for her nose job.
Maxes their credit card and then it's heave ho
After men spend all their money on her, she moves on to the next victim.
Stick on nails & plastic hair
She uses fake nails and hair to enhance her appearance.
Gucci bags and Prada shoes
She's all about the high-end fashion and accessories.
Girl goes clubbing every night
She's always out partying and looking for her next target.
Get a fright when light comes on
Men who have fallen for her scam will get scared and realize how much money they've spent when the reality hits them.
Dj... Gold Digger
The DJ is announcing the Gold Digger as she's out to get her next target.
Contributed by Aria W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
karen williams
Love this
Willow
Here in 2019, after re-watching Waterloo Road
Charlotte H
SAME
Tomas Joel Beramendi
The video for the song is not on Youtube anymore?
BadLactose
Is it possible that one of the random passersbys featured in the video sued?
Bananadiva1
@Tomas Joel Beramendi yeah probably. It's a bit stupid of Parlophone to remove the video but leave the song on here. Also the video for Je Suis Une Dolly is still on here.
Tomas Joel Beramendi
@Bananadiva1 probably legal reasons :c
Bananadiva1
I tried to upload it again twice and it was removed. Would love to know why. It's a great video.
ツGemma
@duranduran97 its a mystery lol ;D haahaaaaa<3.