Pretty
dolores o´riordan Lyrics
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The way you are
You're so pretty
The way you are
And you have no reason
To be so insolent to me
You're so pretty
The way you are
La, you got to say it if you want to
But you won't change me
La, you got to say it if you want to
But you won't change me
(repeat)
The lyrics of Dolores O'Riordan's song Pretty are focused on self-acceptance and confidence. The song's first lines, "You're so pretty, The way you are," establish that the song's message is about accepting oneself as is without the need to conform to society's pressures. The repetition of these lines throughout the song emphasizes this message.
Despite the song's focus on self-acceptance, there is a hint of defiance in the lyrics, as shown in the lines, "And you have no reason to be so insolent to me." This suggests a refusal to be judged or belittled by others about one's appearance or behavior.
The chorus of the song, which repeats the lines "La, you got to say it if you want to, but you won't change me," reinforces the message of self-confidence and resistance to outside pressures. Through these lyrics, the singer acknowledges that others may criticize or try to change her, but ultimately she remains true to herself.
In conclusion, Pretty is a song that encourages listeners to embrace their unique qualities and resist societal pressures to conform to a specific standard. The lyrics assert that one's worth and beauty come from within and that no one else can change or define that.
Line by Line Meaning
You're so pretty
You possess striking physical beauty
The way you are
Without changing anything about yourself
You're so pretty
You have a captivating charm
The way you are
Uniquely yourself without trying to be someone else
And you have no reason
You lack justification
To be so insolent to me
To act rudely or disrespectfully towards me without cause
La, you got to say it if you want to
You have the freedom to speak your mind if you choose to
But you won't change me
But your words or actions won't alter who I am in essence
Contributed by Aaron M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.