Black Sheep
Rebel Anthem: Embrace Your Uniqueness with Gin Wigmore's 'Black Sheep'
Lyrics
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
The repeated "Oh" suggests a sense of exclamation or emphasis, setting a tone for the lyrics.
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
-Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
-Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
-I got lots of jealous lovers that all wish they had me back
The speaker mentions having jealous lovers and a "pistol for a mouth," symbolizing a sharp tongue. They navigate life independently and are determined not to conform to others' expectations.
Got a pistol for a mouth, my own mama gave me that
-Making my own road out of gravel and some wine
-And if I have to fall then it won't be in your line
-Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
The speaker questions societal norms, expressing a rebellious attitude by asking why they should follow the crowd.
Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
-I'm a bad woman to keep
The speaker identifies as a "bad woman to keep" and asserts independence. The phrase "Once you go black, you never go back" hints at a sense of uniqueness and irreversibility.
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
-Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
-Once you go black, you never go back
-I'm a black sheep
The repetition of "I'm a black sheep" reinforces the speaker's identity as a non-conformist or outsider.
I'm a black sheep
-I wasn't born a beauty queen but I'm okay with that
The speaker embraces their non-traditional beauty and suggests indifference to societal expectations. The boots and cross symbolize individuality and protection.
Maybe radio won't mind if I sing a little flat
-I wear my boots to bed, hang a cross up on the wall
-To save me from a shallow break who wants to take us all
-Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
Reiteration of questioning societal norms and expressing a willingness to go against the grain.
Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
-I'm a bad woman to keep
The repetition of "I'm a black sheep" reinforces the theme of non-conformity and independence.
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
-Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
-Once you go black, you never go back
-I'm a black sheep
-I'm a black sheep
-I'm a black sheep
-I'm a black sheep
-I got lots of jealous lovers that all wish they had me back
Similar to lines 6-9, emphasizing independence and determination to forge their own path.
Got a pistol for a mouth, my own mama gave me that
-Making my own road out of gravel and some wine
-And if I have to fall then it won't be in your line
-I'm a bad woman to keep
Reiteration of being a "bad woman," emphasizing individuality and resistance to conformity.
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
-Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
-Once you go black, you never go back
-Once you go black, you never go back
The repeated phrase "Once you go black, you never go back" reinforces the idea of uniqueness and the irreversible nature of the speaker's identity.
Once you go black, you never go back
-Once you go black, you never go back
-Once you go black, you never go back
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