Lyrics
When we wake we're told we need to be pretty
Upon waking, societal standards pressure individuals to conform to a standard of beauty.
Put a brave face on and feel some self pity
There's an expectation to put on a façade of strength while feeling a sense of self-pity.
I don't wanna hide who I am forever
Expresses a desire not to conceal one's true self indefinitely.
Cos it hurts every time, like my soul is severed
The pain felt when hiding oneself feels like a deep emotional wound.
I should be what I am in this small-town city
Emphasizes the conflict between personal identity and societal expectations in a small-town setting.
We should be who we are and that's what I call pretty, yeah
Authenticity is considered true beauty, advocating for being genuine.
You are you, and he is she
Recognition of individuality despite societal norms.
I should be free to be me
A desire for the freedom to express oneself without constraints.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
Advises against allowing negative influences to bring one down.
You should be who you are
An affirmation for embracing one's true self.
We should be who we are
Encouragement for authenticity and self-acceptance.
You should be who you are
Reiteration of the importance of being genuine.
And that's what I call pretty
Restates that authenticity constitutes true beauty.
When we sleep we dream of being born pretty
During sleep, the desire to be naturally beautiful exists.
But there's one thing that unites all our cities
Despite differences, there's a shared feeling of inadequacy in all cities.
Well there's not one soul who doesn't feel s**tty
Universal experience of feeling low or inadequate.
And we've all got a thing that makes us get lippy
We all have triggers that provoke defiance.
And we all need a hug, they make the world happy
Recognition of the universal need for affection and its positive impact.
We should be who we are and that's what I call pretty, yeah!
Emphasizes the beauty in embracing authenticity.
You are you, and she is he
Reaffirmation of individual identities despite societal constructs.
I should be free to be me
Advocacy for personal freedom of expression.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
Admonition against negative influences affecting self-expression.
You should be who you are
An encouragement to embrace one's true self.
We should be who we are
Reiteration of the importance of authenticity.
You should be who you are, and that's what I call pretty
Restates that being true to oneself constitutes beauty.
Whatever you wear, whatever your hair
Indicates that personal appearance or style doesn't define one's worth.
Whatever your gender, you're not an offender
A statement advocating for acceptance and understanding regardless of gender identity.
Whatever your colour, creed, bent or look
Acceptance regardless of race, beliefs, or appearance.
Disabilities? Please! You wrote a new book
Encouragement to defy limitations, showcasing personal achievements despite challenges.
Now we've all gotta smash through our boundaries or
Urges breaking through personal barriers or facing potential consequences.
It's the end as we know it in an all-out war, oh yeah
Suggests that failure to overcome limitations could result in conflict.
And it's peace and love that we're fighting for!
Highlights the pursuit of peace and love amid struggles for self-expression.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
A reminder to resist negative influences.
You should be who you are
Encouragement to be true to oneself.
We should be who we are
Advocacy for authenticity and self-acceptance.
You should be who you are, and that's what I call pretty
Restates the importance of being genuine.
You are you, and he is she
Reaffirms individual identities despite societal constructs.
I should be free to be me
Desire for personal freedom of expression.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
Admonition against negative influences affecting self-expression.
You should be who you are
Encouragement to embrace one's true self.
We should be who we are
Reiteration of the importance of authenticity.
You should be who you are, and that's what I call pretty
Restates that being true to oneself constitutes beauty.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
A final reminder to resist negative influences.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
Reiteration of the previous reminder against negative influences.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
Further insistence on resisting negative influences.
Don't let the bar stewards drag you down
A final plea to avoid being affected by negative influences.
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