Complicated
Unraveling Complexity: Bettye LaVette's Complicated Muse
Lyrics
She looks so simple in her way
Describing the woman as appearing simple in her demeanor.
And does the same thing everyday
Highlighting her routine and consistency in daily actions.
But she's dedicated
Emphasizing her commitment or devotion to a particular course of action.
To having her own way
Expressing her determination to do things her own way.
She's very complicated
Contrasting the initial perception, stating that she is, in fact, intricate or complex.
Yeah
Reiteration of her complexity.
And women seem to fill her mind
Noting that women occupy her thoughts.
And many men in so short time
Indicating her involvement with many men in a short span.
But she's underrated
Suggesting that she is undervalued or not fully appreciated.
She treats me, oh so, kind
Despite the above, she treats the speaker kindly.
She's very complicated
Reaffirmation of her complicated nature.
Yeah
Reiteration of her complexity.
We talk together and discuss
Describing mutual discussions on what is best for the relationship.
What is really best for us
Highlighting her sophistication.
She's sophisticated
Expressing the speaker's overwhelmed state due to her complexity.
My head's fit to bust
Describing the impact of her sophistication on the speaker.
'Cause she's so complicated
Reaffirming her complicated nature.
Right, yes
Affirming her complexity again.
She know just how to please her man
Highlighting her skill in satisfying her partner.
Softer than a baby lamb
Comparing her tenderness to that of a baby lamb.
But she's educated
Stating her education but emphasizing her indifference.
Doesn't give a damn
Expressing her lack of concern or disregard.
She's very complicated
Reiteration of her complicated nature.
Right, yeah
Reaffirmation of her complexity.
She looks so simple in her way
Repeating the initial observation of her simplicity.
And does the same thing everyday
Reiterating her daily routine.
But she's dedicated
Reemphasizing her dedication to doing things her own way.
To having her own way
Reaffirmation of her determination to have her own way.
She's very complicated
Reiteration of her complicated nature.
Right, right
Affirmation of her complexity once again.
Come on baby
Encouraging or inviting the partner to take action.
Yeah, come on baby
Repetition of the invitation or encouragement.
Come on baby
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