2. Willa Vincitore (formerly Willa McCarthy) is a soul and R&B artist from New York, United States. She released her debut solo album, Better Days in January of 2017.
Swan
WILLA Lyrics
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Don't have the touch
Don't have the time to bend another little church boy's mind (again)
I'm not an angel
I'm not a gabriel
I'm not a saint, a saint, or someone who'll turn the page for ya
I'm not a trophy
Or little miss bopeep
I don't like business
But I like a little mischief
I like the kiss, so give a little bit lip to the mistress
I'm not the girl you want
I'm not a debutante
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
Pretty in a pond
I'm not in love
Don't have the time
Call it a crime, to find everything I need in me
(mind)
I'm not the girl you want
I'm not a debutante
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
Pretty in a pond
I'm not the baller in songs
For the upper echelon
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
Pretty in a pond
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
Pretty in a pond
In "Swan," WILLA sings about not being a conventional, perfect girl that people may desire, but rather someone who is different and not willing to conform to societal norms. She starts off by saying she's not in love and doesn't have the touch, indicating that she's not interested in a romantic relationship at the moment. She then goes on to mention how she's not the type to bend someone else's mind or turn the page for them, suggesting that she's not interested in playing games in a relationship. WILLA continues to list off various things she's not - an angel, a gabriel, a saint, a trophy, little miss bopeep, or someone who drops everything for someone else.
Despite all of this, WILLA does like a little mischief and a good kiss, indicating that she's not against having fun with the right person. She then repeats the chorus, emphasizing that she's not the girl people may want or expect her to be, but rather someone who is comfortable in her own skin and doesn't need external validation. In the end, she says she's not a swan, pretty in a pond, suggesting that she's not interested in conforming to society's beauty standards or expectations of women. Overall, the song is a confident and empowering message about embracing one's individuality and rejecting societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not in love
I am not in love with anyone.
Don't have the touch
I am not a touchy-feely person.
Don't have the time to bend another little church boy's mind (again)
I don't have the patience to deal with someone who is too naive or innocent.
I'm not an angel
I am not a perfect person.
I'm not a gabriel
I am not a messenger of God.
I'm not a saint, a saint, or someone who'll turn the page for ya
I am not a saint, and I won't always be there to fix things for someone.
I'm not a trophy
I am not an object to be won.
Or little miss bopeep
I am not a person who follows the flock without thinking for themselves.
I'm not as sweet, treat, dropping from my feet to knees for ya
I am not someone who will completely submit to someone else's will.
I don't like business
I am not someone who enjoys the world of business and corporate dealings.
But I like a little mischief
I do enjoy having a bit of fun and causing a little trouble sometimes.
I like the kiss, so give a little bit lip to the mistress
I enjoy kissing and being kissed by someone who I am interested in.
I'm not the girl you want
I am not the person who you think you want in your life.
I'm not a debutante
I am not a young woman who is making her debut in society.
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
I am not a beautiful and graceful swan.
Pretty in a pond
I am not a pretty, graceful swan swimming in a pond.
I'm not the baller in songs
I am not the typical subject of a ballad or love song.
For the upper echelon
I am not the type of person who belongs to the highest social class.
I'm not a swan, I'm not a swan
I am not a graceful, beautiful swan.
Pretty in a pond
I am not a pretty, graceful swan swimming in a pond.
I'm not in love
I am not in love with anyone.
Don't have the time
I don't have the time or energy to devote to a love interest right now.
Call it a crime, to find everything I need in me
Some may say it is wrong or criminal to be self-sufficient and not need a romantic partner.
(mind)
This is a repetition of the previous line, emphasizing that she doesn't have the time or energy for a relationship.
Contributed by Jordan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sible
Your music is so good your going places!😁
Abbie
this is obviously just a lyric video. keep it in your pants. they have even got the lyrics right
katts11
Superb
0:34 should read "I'm not a saint, a sage"
1:10 "I like the kids who give"
GrabYourTorch AndPitchforks
My anthem!
Max Ascanio
"I like the kids who give a little bit lip to the mistress"
The Smith
I always thought it was "I'm not a ballroom song, for you to put extras on". It kinda made sense but the real lyrics are better lol
Juniper
you should probably get the lyrics right if you're going to make a lyric video. just sayin'
Ayesha Ghayas
GOOD BEHAVIOR
Mia Blue
Ayesha Ghayas same reason I'm here 😉
K9didit
4yrs later that's exactly why I'm here lol 😂