Beauty Is Only Skin Deep
Love's Depth Beyond Beauty: Jimmy Ruffin's Melodic Revelation
Lyrics
So in love, sad as could be
Expressing deep affection despite feeling sorrowful.
'Cause a pretty face got the best of me.
Admitting that being attracted to physical appearance caused distress.
Suddenly you came into my life
Describing the sudden entrance of someone significant into life.
And gave it meaning and pure delight.
Attributing purpose and immense happiness to this newfound relationship.
Now, good looks I've learned to do without
Realizing the diminished importance of good looks due to newfound understanding of love.
'Cause now I know it's love that really counts
Recognizing that genuine love holds the true value.
I know beauty's only skin deep.
Acknowledging that beauty is only surface-level.
Yeah yeah yeah.
Reiteration of the acknowledgment about superficial beauty.
Beauty's only skin deep.
Reaffirming that beauty is only skin deep.
Yeah yeah yeah,
Repeating the understanding that true value lies beyond appearance.
Now, you speak your words warm and sincere
Recognizing the sincerity and warmth in the partner's words.
And let me know that your love is here.
Feeling assured and loved due to the partner's expression.
A pretty face you many not possess
Not emphasizing physical attractiveness in the partner.
But what I like about you is your tenderness.
Appreciating the partner's gentle and caring nature.
A pretty face may be some guys taste
Acknowledging that some may prefer physical beauty, but personally values love over looks.
But I'll take lovin' in its place,
Choosing love over physical attractiveness.
'Cause I know beauty's only skin deep.
Reiterating the understanding that beauty is superficial.
Yeah yeah yeah.
Reaffirming that beauty is only skin deep.
Beauty's only skin deep.
Repeating the understanding that true value lies beyond appearance.
Yeah, yeah yeah.
Expressing the depth of understanding regarding superficial beauty.
Now, friends ask what do I see in you.
Responding to inquiries about what is seen in the partner.
But it goes deeper than the eye can view.
Explaining that the attraction goes beyond superficial observations.
You have a pleasing personality
Highlighting the partner's pleasant character.
And that's an ever lovin' rare quality.
Recognizing the rarity and value of the partner's loving personality.
Now, show me a girl, a girl that's fine
Asserting a preference for genuine love over mere physical beauty.
And I'll choose the one with true lovin' ev'ry time,
Choosing true affection over external appearance.
'Cause I know beauty's only skin deep.
Reaffirming that beauty is only skin deep.
Yeah yeah yeah.
Reiterating the understanding that true value lies beyond appearance.
Beauty's only skin deep.
Reaffirming that beauty is only skin deep.
Yeah yeah yeah.
Repeating the understanding that true value lies beyond appearance.
So if you're lookin' for a lover
Advising not to judge based solely on outward appearance when seeking love.
(Oh, yeah) don't judge a book by its cover.
Emphasizing the importance of looking beyond appearances in relationships.
(Oh yeah) She may be fine on the outside
Warning about someone who may appear attractive externally but lacks inner truth.
(Oh yeah) but so untrue on the inside.
Highlighting the disparity between external appearance and internal truth.
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