dirty pearl
mccluskey angela Lyrics
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She's just a dirty pearl
She might be priceless
But they're blind to it
She got that halter top
She haunts the truck stop
She's got several secrets
She's showing you her scars, isn't she?
She's sleeping with the stars, isn't she?
Oh, but you can do what you like, boys
Oh, you can do what you please
Oh, just be gentle with that girl
She's shining like a dirty pearl
Yeah, it's such a lovely world
You can have her for a rusty dime
When she gets her head around to it
She's gonna buy that Chevy Nova and point it at the ocean
She's showing you her scars, isn't she?
She's sleeping with the stars, isn't she?
Oh, you can do what you like, boys
Oh, you can do what you please
Oh, just be gentle with that girl
She's shining like a dirty pearl
She's shining like a dirty pearl
Shining like a dirty pearl
Oh, she's shining like a dirty pearl
The song "Dirty Pearl" by McCluskey Angela is a tribute to a woman who is not your everyday girl. This girl may not look like much, but she is a precious gem hidden in plain sight. The title of the song is a metaphor for the girl in question, who is shining like a dirty pearl. The lyrics paint a picture of a girl who wears a halter top and haunts truck stops. She has several secrets scribbled on a matchbook, which she holds onto tightly, perhaps as a way to protect herself from the judgment of others.
Despite her scars and her secrets, the girl is unapologetically herself. She sleeps with the stars and reveals her scars to anyone who will listen. The boys can do what they like with her, but they should be gentle with her because she is precious. The lyrics suggest that society may not recognize the girl's worth, but she knows it herself. She plans to buy a Chevy Nova and point it at the ocean, a symbol of her free spirit and determination to live life on her own terms.
Overall, the song celebrates individuality and self-acceptance. The girl may not fit societal norms, but that doesn't make her any less valuable or worthy of love.
Line by Line Meaning
She's not your average girl
She's unique and stands out from the crowd
She's just a dirty pearl
Although she may appear unremarkable on the surface, there is more to her than meets the eye
She might be priceless
She has great value, whether recognized or not
But they're blind to it
Others fail to see or appreciate her worth
She got that halter top
She wears revealing clothing
She haunts the truck stop
She spends time in rough or questionable locations
She's got several secrets
She keeps many things hidden
Scribbled on a matchbook
The secrets are written down on a small, disposable object
She's showing you her scars, isn't she?
She is revealing her vulnerabilities and past difficulties to you
She's sleeping with the stars, isn't she?
She is chasing her dreams and aspirations, despite the challenges she faces
Oh, but you can do what you like, boys
Others may take advantage of her or mistreat her
Oh, you can do what you please
Those around her may not consider the impact of their actions on her
Oh, just be gentle with that girl
Despite her toughness and resilience, she is still vulnerable and should be treated with care
She's shining like a dirty pearl
Despite any imperfections or flaws, she is still impressive and valuable
Yeah, it's such a lovely world
Sarcasm; the world can be cold and cruel
You can have her for a rusty dime
She may be undervalued or taken advantage of
When she gets her head around to it
When she figures things out or makes up her mind
She's gonna buy that Chevy Nova and point it at the ocean
She has strong desires and aspirations, even if they may seem unconventional or impractical
She's shining like a dirty pearl
Repeating the message that she is valuable and impressive, despite any outward appearances
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NATHAN LARSON
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