My Girl -
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That's my girl

Who's been working so damn hard?
You got that head on overload?
Got yourself this flawless body
Aching now from head to toe
Ain't nothing, ain't nothing
All my ladies 'round the world
Ain't nothing, ain't nothing
Good girls better get bad

You've been down before
You've been hurt before
You got up before
You'll be good to go, good to go
Destiny said it, you got to get up and get it
Get mad independent and don't you ever forget it
Got some dirt on your shoulder, then let me brush it off for ya
If you're feeling me, put your five high
That's my girl

That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl
Get up, what you waiting for?
That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl

Nod if you been played by every boo
Just tryna show you off
Thought he was the best you ever had
Until he cut you off
Ain't nothing, ain't nothing
Bet, you bet, you know your worth
Ain't nothing, ain't nothing
Good girls better get bad

You've been down before
You've been hurt before
You got up before
You'll be good to go, good to go
Destiny said it, you got to get up and get it
Get mad independent and don't you ever forget it
Got some dirt on your shoulder, then let me brush it off for ya
If you're feeling me, put your five high
That's my girl

That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl
What you wait, what you wait
What you waiting for?
That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl

You've been down before
You've been hurt before
You got up before
You'll be good to go, good to go
Don't ever get up, no no
Destiny said it, you got to get up and get it
Get mad independent and don't you ever forget it
Got some dirt on your shoulder, then let me brush it off for ya
If you're feeling me, put your five high
(That's my girl)

That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl
What you wait, what you wait
What you waiting for?
That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl, that's my girl
That's my girl, that's my girl

Ain't nothing, ain't nothing, ain't nothing
Put your heart and your soul in it
Ain't nothing, ain't nothing, ain't nothing
Now put your heart and your soul in it

That's my girl
That's my girl
That's my girl

That's my girl
That's my girl




That's my girl
That's my girl

Overall Meaning

"My Girl" by The Temptations is a classic feel-good love song that was released in 1964. It tells the story of a man who is head over heels in love with his girl and is very proud of her. He recognizes her hard work and her beauty, and encourages her to embrace her independence and worth. The catchy chorus of "That's my girl" is a declaration of his love and pride in her.


The song is an upbeat and joyful celebration of love and the empowerment of women. It has a positive and uplifting message, reminding women to recognize their self-worth and never settle for less. It's a song that can make anyone smile and feel good about themselves.


The melody of the song is both catchy and memorable, with its harmonious choral arrangement and upbeat rhythm. It's a classic song that has stood the test of time and remains a favorite of many people to this day.


Line by Line Meaning

That's my girl
She's the one I love and support unconditionally


Who's been working so damn hard?
I see how much effort you've been putting in and I appreciate it


You got that head on overload?
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed?


Got yourself this flawless body
You have taken care of yourself and your body looks amazing


Aching now from head to toe
I can tell that you're tired and your body is sore from all your hard work


Ain't nothing, ain't nothing
No problem whatsoever, you got this


All my ladies 'round the world
All the women out there, this is for you


Good girls better get bad
Good girls should be confident and assertive


You've been down before
You've experienced failure and disappointment in the past


You've been hurt before
You've been emotionally or physically hurt in the past


You got up before
You've been able to recover and move on before


You'll be good to go, good to go
You'll be ready and able to tackle whatever comes your way


Destiny said it, you got to get up and get it
You are in control of your own destiny and you have to work hard to achieve your goals


Get mad independent and don't you ever forget it
Be fiercely independent and self-reliant


Got some dirt on your shoulder, then let me brush it off for ya
If you are facing any difficulties, let me help you overcome them


If you're feeling me, put your five high
If you agree with what I'm saying, give me a high five


What you wait, what you wait
What are you waiting for?


Nod if you been played by every boo
If you have been let down by every partner you've had, nod your head


Just tryna show you off
Just trying to make you feel good about yourself


Thought he was the best you ever had
You believed he was the best partner you've ever had


Until he cut you off
Until he broke up with you or stopped talking to you


Bet, you bet, you know your worth
I bet you know your own worth and value yourself


Don't ever get up, no no
Don't ever give up, keep going


Ain't nothing, ain't nothing, ain't nothing
There's nothing to worry about


Put your heart and your soul in it
Put all your effort and passion into it


Now put your heart and your soul in it
Now more than ever, put all your effort and passion into it




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LUKAS LOULES, TINASHE K. KACHINGWE, ALEXANDER ERIK KRONLUND

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