XXX's And OOO's
Trisha Yearwood Lyrics
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Good mornin' honey
Go to work, make up, try to keep the balance up
Between love and money
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's trying to make it in her Daddy's world
She's an American girl
An American girl
Slow dance, second chance, Momma needs romance
And a live in maid
Fix the sink, mow the yard, really isn't all that hard
If you get paid
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's trying to make it in her Daddy's world
An American girl
An American girl
Well she's got her God and she's got good wine
Aretha Franklin and Patsy Cline
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's gonna make it in her Daddy's world
An American girl
An American girl
She's an American girl
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's gonna make it in her Daddy's world
She's an American girl
Well she tied her hair up in ribbons and bows
Signed her letters with X's and O's
X's and O's
X's and O's
"XXX's and OOO's" by Trisha Yearwood is a song about a woman's daily routine as she tries to balance her personal and professional life. The first lines deal with the overwhelming pressures she faces every morning, such as answering the phone, calming a crying baby, and dealing with the lies presented by television "diet gurus." Despite this, she greets her partner with a cheerful "good morning." She then gets ready for work, applying makeup and trying to maintain a balance between love and money. The song's chorus describes her past and present aspirations: she used to dress up prettily with ribbons and bows, sign off all of her letters with X's and O's, and stare at pictures of her mother in pearls and heels. She's striving to succeed on her own terms in a world primarily dominated by men, determined to become an "American girl." The second verse describes some of the other tasks she has to do, mostly physical labor that she does willingly, as long as she gets paid for it. Despite the challenges, the woman is determined and knows she has her faith in God, good wine, and music - Aretha Franklin and Patsy Cline specifically - to keep her going. The song's chorus is repeated in the end.
The first verse of the song sets the tone for the story; it illustrates a woman's daily routine, which can feel overwhelming and exhausting. The chorus then reflects upon her past and present while highlighting her desire to be successfully independent in a patriarchal society. The final verse describes her belief in certain entertainment figures that provide her with emotional sustenance. Overall, the song portrays the challenges faced by women as they try to maintain a balance between multiple responsibilities, including their personal lives and their professional endeavors.
Line by Line Meaning
Phone rings, baby cries, TV diet, guru lies
A hectic morning with a crying baby and distractions from the television and self-proclaimed life experts.
Good mornin' honey
A casual greeting exchanged between partners at the start of the day.
Go to work, make up, try to keep the balance up
Between love and money
The daily struggle of balancing personal relationships and financial responsibilities while maintaining one's appearance for work.
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's trying to make it in her Daddy's world
She's an American girl
An American girl
The singer reminisces about her younger self, who was once innocent and naive, striving to succeed in a male-dominated society as a proud American woman.
Slow dance, second chance, Momma needs romance
And a live in maid
Fix the sink, mow the yard, really isn't all that hard
If you get paid
The varying roles and responsibilities of women, from seeking romantic and familial fulfillment to performing household tasks that often go unnoticed and underappreciated.
Well she's got her God and she's got good wine
Aretha Franklin and Patsy Cline
The singer finds solace and inspiration in her faith, music, and a good drink.
She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows
Sign her letters with X's and O's
Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls
She's gonna make it in her Daddy's world
An American girl
An American girl
Reiterating her determination to succeed in a society that values male contributions and power over women's, the singer uses her childhood memories to inspire her pursuit of the American Dream.
She tied her hair up in ribbons and bows
Signed her letters with X's and O's
X's and O's
X's and O's
The repetition of past actions, previously described as symbolizing innocence and a strong female identity, highlights how the singer has maintained her perseverance and maintained her identity throughout her life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALICE RANDALL, MATRACA MARIA BERG
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