Princess In Rags
Love Amidst Adversity: Embracing a Princess in Rags
Lyrics
Here's a girl who lives down the track
Describing a girl who lives nearby.
In a little shack made of timber wood
Her residence is a modest shack made of timber wood.
And her clothes are all hand me downs
Her clothes are second-hand, passed down from the townspeople who treat her well.
From the folks in town who treat her so good
Highlighting the kindness of the people in town.
Though she hasn't got a dime
Despite lacking money, the speaker takes pride in her.
I'm so proud that she's all mine
The speaker expresses pride in having her as a partner.
'Cause to me she's a princess in rags
Referring to her as a princess despite her humble attire.
Now her dad, he's a worn-out man
Her father is described as worn-out, struggling to provide.
Prayin' if he can make enough to eat
He prays for enough to eat, emphasizing financial difficulties.
And her mom cleans for everyone
Her mother works as a cleaner to make ends meet.
Till the day is done just to make ends meet
Highlighting the daily struggle for survival.
All her wealth is in her charms
The girl's wealth is in her personal qualities, not material possessions.
And the sweetness of her arms
Emphasizing the physical and emotional closeness between the speaker and the girl.
How I love my poor princess in rags
Reiterating the speaker's affection, seeing her as a princess despite her situation.
I know some day I'll find a way
The speaker expresses hope to improve their situation in the future.
To take her out of this old place
Planning to change her living conditions.
I'll work and slave, scrimp and save
Expressing determination to work hard and save money for a better life.
To change her rags to silk and lace
Desiring to upgrade her clothing from rags to silk and lace.
Though it hurts and my body aches
Despite the difficulties, the speaker is willing to endure physical pain for a better future.
From the pain it takes just to set things right
Highlighting the sacrifices made for the relationship.
But for now I must be content
Accepting the current situation while longing for a better future.
With each moment spent in her arms each night
Being content with the present moments spent with the girl.
She's the only girl for me
Declaring the girl as the only one for the speaker.
And some day it's gotta be
Expressing confidence in a future together with the girl.
Just me and my princess in rags
Reiterating the speaker's vision of a future with the girl despite their current circumstances.
She's the only girl for me
Repeating the sentiment of the girl being the only one for the speaker.
And some day it's gotta be
Reaffirming the belief in a future together with the girl.
Just me and my princess in rags
Repeating the desire for a future with the girl in improved circumstances.
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