Lyrics
Take this pink ribbon off my eyes
Feeling restricted or controlled, asking to remove the metaphorical blindfold.
I'm exposed and it's no big surprise
Feeling vulnerable and exposed, not surprised by the harsh reality.
Don't you think I know exactly where I stand
Aware of her position but questioning societal norms and expectations.
This world is forcing me to hold your hand
Expressing the pressure to conform to societal expectations in relationships.
'Cause I'm just a girl, oh, little old me
Acknowledging her gender and societal expectations imposed on women.
Well, don't let me out of your sight
Desiring protection or supervision, reflecting vulnerability.
Oh, I'm just a girl, all pretty and petite
Highlighting societal stereotypes of women as delicate and small.
So don't let me have any rights
Commenting on the lack of empowerment and rights for women.
Oh, I've had it up to here
Expressing frustration or dissatisfaction, reaching a breaking point.
The moment that I step outside
Feeling constrained when stepping outside, facing societal judgments.
So many reasons for me to run and hide
Listing reasons to escape societal expectations and hide.
I can't do the little things I hold dear
Unable to enjoy simple pleasures due to societal constraints.
'Cause it's all those little things that I fear
Fearing societal repercussions for deviating from norms.
Oh, I'm just a girl, guess I'm some kind of freak
Labeling herself as an outsider or different, challenging stereotypes.
'Cause they all sit and stare with their eyes
Observing judgmental stares from society for not conforming.
Oh, I'm just a girl, take a good look at me
Encouraging a close look to challenge stereotypes and expectations.
Just your typical prototype
Describing herself as a standard example of a woman, challenging norms.
Oh, I've had it up to here
Reiterating frustration and reaching a limit.
I've had it up to here
Repeating the feeling of reaching a breaking point.
I've had it up to here
Emphasizing the continued frustration and dissatisfaction.
I'm just a girl
Reiterating her identity as a woman in a challenging world.
I'm just a girl in the world
Asserting her presence and identity within the broader world.
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