Lyrics
Yeah
Expression of affirmation or agreement
(Ooh, not for sale)
Reinforces the theme that the speaker is not available for sale
(Ooh)
Continuation of the theme, possibly emphasizing the non-commercial nature
Ain't built like a super model
Not conforming to a supermodel's physique
No genie, ain't in a bottle
Rejects the idea of being a genie in a bottle, emphasizing authenticity
And I wouldn't wish for anything I have to change
Content with oneself and unwilling to change for others
No way, yeah (ha, ha)
Assertive expression of self-confidence
'Cause I like every kink inna mi hair
Proud of unique physical attributes, like kinks in hair
It's one of a kind, so I make 'em stop and stare and
Confidently drawing attention and admiration from others
Some say it's not good enough but I don't care
Unaffected by criticism or opinions that one is not good enough
I really, really don't care
Reiteration of indifference to external judgments
'Cause I'm made perfect in every way
Embracing oneself as perfect in every way
Natural beauty, no it was not for sale, no way
Natural beauty is intrinsic and not available for purchase
Say, that I'm made perfect in every way
Reiteration of being perfect and not for sale
Natural beauty, no it was not for sale
Continued emphasis on natural beauty and non-commercialism
I know they setting up the standard so that we could follow
Recognition of societal standards but a refusal to conform
They say to change it up, I say maybe tomorrow
Resisting pressure to change, suggesting a delayed response ('maybe tomorrow')
'Cause they only see what is wrong but in my eyes it seems so right
Seeing personal attributes as right despite societal criticism
'Cause I love the tone of my skin and the arch of my back
Pride in physical features like skin tone and body shape
And the curve of my lips, I got the colors to match
Embracing and celebrating one's unique physical features
Some say it's not good enough, but I don't care, no way, 'cause
Reaffirming indifference to judgments about not being good enough
'Cause I'm made perfect in every way
Repetition of being perfect in every way
Natural beauty, no it was not for sale, no way
Reiteration of natural beauty and non-commercialism
Say, that I'm made perfect in every way
Reiteration of being perfect and not for sale
Natural beauty, no it was not for sale
Continued emphasis on natural beauty and non-commercialism
Rivers flow (rivers flow)
Metaphorical expression about the continuity of life and heritage
For many, many, many generations (many, many, many, many)
Highlighting the enduring nature of cultural heritage
Bose bakale bakambaweme chomene
Expressions in a local language, possibly emphasizing cultural identity
Uku kutowa
Phrase suggesting resilience or strength ('kutowa')
I'm a Zambian beauty (Zambiana, true Zambiana)
Emphasizing Zambian identity and beauty
African diamond, how I shine
Metaphorically comparing oneself to a precious African diamond
Ohh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Expressing radiance and uniqueness
I'm made perfect in every way
Reiteration of being perfect in every way
Natural beauty, no it wasn't marked for sale, ohh
Restating that natural beauty is not intended for commercial purposes
I'm made perfect in every way (every way, yeah)
Reiteration of being perfect and not for sale
Natural beauty, no it is not for sale (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Emphasizing that natural beauty is not available for purchase
(Ooh, not for sale)
Reinforces the theme that the speaker is not available for sale
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