21st Century Girl
Willow Smith Lyrics


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Give me an inch, I promise I'll take a mile
Danger is beauty, I'll face it with a smile

I'm on a mission, with no restrictions
Don't second guess myself, I'm born to be wild

I'm the type of chick, that likes to rock the beat
I like to rock the beat, I like to rock, to rock the beat

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

Step on the breaks
Then I'ma step on the gas
I am a rebel but I do it with class
I set the boundaries, the rules don't own me
I'm living life on the edge, I choose my path

I'm the type of chick, that likes to rock the beat
I like to rock the beat, I like to rock, to rock the beat

I'm the kind of chick, that knocks you off your feet
That knocks you off your feet, that knocks you off, off your feet

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

I feel like I can take over the world
If only I get my dreams out
Pull gold from my soul
Pull diamonds from my heart
It's that new girl thinking and this song is just the start!

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, it's a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up





(21st century girl I am a 21st century girl)
(I am a 21st century girl i am a 21st century girl)

Overall Meaning

In "21st Century Girl," Willow Smith channels her inner rebel and takes on the world with complete fearlessness. She promises to take a mile when given an inch and face danger with a smile. She's on a mission with no restrictions and won't second-guess herself. She's a wild child who likes to rock the beat and knock people off their feet. She feels like she can take over the world if she gets her dreams out and believes that this song is just the start of her new girl thinking.


With this song, Willow Smith is declaring that she's a 21st century girl, unafraid to live life on the edge and choose her own path. She's a rebel, but she does it with class, setting her own boundaries and refusing to be owned by anyone. She's promising to live it up and inviting others to come along for the ride. Throughout the song, she gives off the message of empowerment and confidence, urging listeners to embrace their wild side and follow their dreams.


Overall, "21st Century Girl" is an anthem for young women who want to live life on their own terms. Willow Smith delivers this message with unbridled energy and enthusiasm, encouraging listeners to join her in living their best life.


Line by Line Meaning

Give me an inch, I promise I'll take a mile
I am committed to exceeding expectations and outdoing myself every time.


Danger is beauty, I'll face it with a smile
I am not afraid of the challenges that come with achieving greatness, I will take them on with grace.


I'm on a mission, with no restrictions
I am focused on my goals and no one and nothing can stand in my way.


Don't second guess myself, I'm born to be wild
I trust my instincts and believe that my natural and spontaneous nature is a strength.


I'm the type of chick, that likes to rock the beat
I am a musician who loves playing music and expressing myself through it.


21st century girl, I do what I like
I am proud of my independence and I make decisions based on my own preferences and desires.


21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
Join me on my journey to greatness, ride along with me and enjoy the adventure.


21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up
I am going to make the most out of every moment, celebrate life and take advantage of every opportunity.


Step on the breaks
I know when to slow down and take a break.


Then I'ma step on the gas
But when it's time to go, I go full speed ahead with determination and energy.


I am a rebel but I do it with class
I may break the rules and do things differently, but I do it with style and a sense of purpose.


I set the boundaries, the rules don't own me
I am in control of my own life and make my own rules instead of being controlled by others.


I'm living life on the edge, I choose my path
I am not afraid to take risks and make bold choices that set me apart from the crowd.


I'm the kind of chick, that knocks you off your feet
I am charming, captivating and have a magnetic personality that attracts attention and captivates people.


21st century girl, a beautiful life
Life is beautiful and I am grateful for the opportunities and experiences it offers me as a modern woman.


us walking side by side
I value relationships and enjoy walking through life with others who share my values and ambitions.


I feel like I can take over the world
I am confident in myself and believe that anything is possible if I put my mind to it.


If only I get my dreams out
I know that my dreams can become reality if I work hard and stay focused on achieving them.


Pull gold from my soul
I have a creative, imaginative and passionate spirit that allows me to create valuable things from within.


Pull diamonds from my heart
My emotional intelligence allows me to understand and empathize with others, making me valuable and respected.


21st century girl, it's a beautiful life
I am living in an exciting, ever-changing world and I am grateful for the opportunity to experience it fully.




Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: AAKE MOLINDER NICLAS, DREW RYAN SCOTT, JOACIM PERSSON, JOHAN CARL AXEL ALKENAS, OMARR RAMBERT

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@gabrieldeabreu4064

Give me an inch, I promise I'll take a mile
Danger is beauty, I'll face it with a smile

I'm on a mission, with no restrictions
Don't second guess myself, I'm born to be wild

I'm the type of chick, that likes to rock the beat
I like to rock the beat, I like to rock, to rock the beat

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

Step on the breaks
Then I'ma step on the gas
I am a rebel but I do it with class
I set the boundaries, the rules don't own me
I'm living life on the edge, I choose my path

I'm the type of chick, that likes to rock the beat
I like to rock the beat, I like to rock, to rock the beat

I'm the kind of chick, that knocks you off your feet
That knocks you off your feet, that knocks you off, off your feet

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

I feel like I can take over the world
If only I get my dreams out
Pull gold from my soul
Pull diamonds from my heart
It's that new girl thinking and this song is just the start!

21st century girl, I do what I like
21st century girl, I'm taking you for a ride
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up

21st century girl, it's a beautiful life
21st century girl, us walking side by side
21st century girl, yeah, I'm gonna live it up, just live it up



All comments from YouTube:

@damianbembnista997

The way she was sooooo ahead of the time, her music was will and will be forever timeless.

@Vincent_Beers

Ahead of her time? She sounds just like every other pop music song from that time. This was standard generic.

@princessce1914

@@Vincent_Beers her age at the time, she was very talented

@xuannghiahp98

Her debut album Ardipithecus was ahead of the time. This one was cool but just standard generic.

@soarixchannel5265

I hope one day she re-releases/re-records her old music, or at least reuploads the music video to this. Such an amazing song.

@CSXTrainLoverCN01

I don’t remember how I found this song, but gosh I miss Willow

@internetdork1018

Old willow?

@youngblackgirlgamerxp

@@internetdork1018 stop being shady. 😑

@internetdork1018

Young Black Girl Gamer xP it wasn’t shade. Willow is still around so you must not be missing her. You must be missing the old her tf

@jennifern2403

I first heard it during Art class when i was in fifth grade.

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