Her growing popularity was solidified in 2017 with the release of her debut album Safe Haven. As of December 2022, the album has received over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify. Her single "Lost Boy" from the album has been streamed over 728 million times on the platform. Her YouTube channel has acquired over 526 million views.
In 2022, Ruth B. achieved international success with the sleeper hit "Dandelions" from Safe Haven. The song was popularized through its use in TikTok videos, and has since then been streamed over 773 million times on Spotify.
Ruth B. continues to be a popular name in the music industry. She continues to post covers on her YouTube channel and write original music.
2 Poor Kids
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I'm okay with me and my ripped jeans and you, and you
Messy hair, that's what he likes on me
I don't care as long as we're happy and free
To be just you and me, and free to be just you and me
They think it's a shame
But I think that's okay
'Cause love gets ruined by money and power and fame and
We're just two poor kids from a really rich city
My oh my, what a pity
'Cause we've got a love story unlike the rest
No fancy suit and no fancy dress
Just us, just us, just love, just love
Just us, just us, just love, just love
He picks her up in a Benz but
My lover comes by himself and a dozen roses
He probably stole 'em
He's got a smudge of mud on his eye
Here to makes me break into smile
'Cause he drives them mad, oh, he drives them mad
'Cause they think it's a shame
That the world will never know our names
But I think that's okay
'Cause love gets ruined by money and power and fame and
We're just two poor kids from a really rich city
My oh my, what a pity
'Cause we've got a love story unlike the rest
No fancy suit and no fancy dress
Just us, just us, just love, just love
Just us, just us, just love, just love
Dollar signs all around us
We sneak onto the city bus
Too blinded by what we have to notice
Your mean old laughs
Dollar signs all around us
We sneak onto the city bus
Too blinded by what we have
To notice your mean old laughs
And they think it's a shame
That the world will never know our names
But I think that's okay
'Cause love gets ruined by money and power and fame and
We're just two poor kids from a really rich city
My oh my, what a pity
'Cause we've got a love story unlike the rest
No fancy suit and no fancy dress
Just us, just us, just love, just love
Just us, just us, just love, just love, love, loveca
The lyrics of "2 Poor Kids" by Ruth B. tell a story of two young lovers who are content with their simple life, despite living in a wealthy city. The singer embraces her ripped jeans and messy hair and values the love she shares with her boyfriend above all else. She believes that fame and fortune can ruin love and that their lack of celebrity is actually a blessing in disguise. The song is a commentary on the superficiality of modern society and how true love can exist even in the absence of material wealth.
The line "just us, just love, just you and me" conveys the message that love doesn't require any external validation or societal approval. The fact that they ride the city bus instead of being chauffeured around in a Benz is a symbol of their modest upbringing and down-to-earth nature. Although they come from humble beginnings, their love story is unique and special.
The last verse of the song is particularly poignant. The couple is too blinded by their love for each other to notice the judgmental stares and laughter of others. The dollar signs around them symbolize the greed and materialism of society, while their love is a reminder that there are still things in life that money can't buy.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want no time on the big screen
I have no desire to be a celebrity
I'm okay with me and my ripped jeans and you, and you
I'm content with being myself and having you by my side
Messy hair, that's what he likes on me
He loves me for who I am, even when I don't look perfect
I don't care as long as we're happy and free
My happiness comes from being with him and living life on our own terms
To be just you and me, and free to be just you and me
We value our relationship and cherish the freedom to be ourselves with each other
They think it's a shame
Others look down on us for not seeking fame and fortune
That the world will never know our names
We won't become famous for our love story, which is okay with us
But I think that's okay
We don't need fame or wealth to have a fulfilling relationship
'Cause love gets ruined by money and power and fame and
Having too much focus on money, power, or fame can damage real love
We're just two poor kids from a really rich city
We come from humble beginnings in a wealthy area
My oh my, what a pity
It's a shame that people overlook us because of our lack of wealth and status
Cause we've got a love story unlike the rest
Our love story is unique and special in its own way
No fancy suit and no fancy dress
Our love isn't about material possessions or superficial status
He picks her up in a Benz but
Others may flaunt their luxury cars, but my lover comes alone with just flowers
My lover comes by himself and a dozen roses
My lover shows his love through simple gestures like bringing me flowers
He probably stole 'em
He may have picked the flowers himself, showing his resourcefulness and creativity
He's got a smudge of mud on his eye
My lover isn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and I find that endearing
Here to makes me break into smile
He always knows how to make me happy, even with something as small as a smudge of mud
'Cause they think it's a shame
Others don't understand why we don't seek out fame or success
Dollar signs all around us
We're constantly surrounded by the temptation of money and material possessions
We sneak onto the city bus
We choose to live modestly and take public transportation
Too blinded by what we have to notice
We're so focused on our love for each other that we don't need or want more
Your mean old laughs
Others may laugh at us for not chasing after wealth or success
Just us, just us, just love, just love
At the end of the day, all we need is each other and our love
Just us, just us, just love, just love, love, love
Our love may not be flashy or glamorous, but it's real and valuable to us
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RUTH BERHE
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