Stereo Girl
Stereo Girl: Embrace Your Colors in a Monochromatic World
Lyrics
I'm a monotheistic monoamorous man
The speaker believes in one God and is committed to one romantic partner.
And I'm tryin babe the very best that I can
The speaker is doing their best in their relationship.
In the stereo world
The world around the speaker is depicted as a stereo system.
You're the technicolor for some black and white
Referring to someone as adding color and vibrancy to the speaker's life despite difficulties.
You know you open up monochromatic light
That person brings brightness to the speaker's life, breaking the dullness.
In the stereo world
Reiterating the stereo world concept where someone plays a significant role.
You're a stereo girl
The person being addressed is likened to someone significant in a stereo setting.
Come on darlin
An encouragement to face challenges without giving in.
They're gonna try to bogue it up but you can throw 'em over
Despite obstacles, the person can overcome them.
Oo now sister
Another encouragement to stand strong against negative influences.
Don't let 'em tell you what you got you're gonna blow it open
Encouraging the person not to let others define their worth or potential.
Mona Lisa she's a real cool girl
A comparison to the famous Mona Lisa, possibly describing someone enigmatic and cool.
More of a queen than a desert pearl but she's true mama
A portrayal of the person as regal and true to themselves.
When I asked her what her poems mean
The speaker trying to understand the meaning behind the person's actions or art.
She don't say nothin all she do is scream
The person remains silent or elusive, possibly expressing through emotions rather than words.
Says she's you mama and she's me
Claiming a connection between the speaker, the person, and the concept of a universal mother figure.
Don't you hate when they're down on you
Expressing dislike for judgment or criticism.
Down on your body and on your mind
Feeling criticized or looked down upon for physical and mental attributes.
It's a cold world calling
Describing the world as a harsh place.
But now when you answer you can take your time
Despite challenges, the person can take their time to respond or act.
With the good lord smiling
A belief in a higher power or positivity despite difficulties.
You say what you wanna and watch it work out right
The person has the freedom to express themselves without fear of judgment.
Come on darlin
Repeating the encouragement to overcome obstacles.
They're gonna try to bogue it up but you can throw 'em over
Encouraging the person to surpass challenges.
Oo now sister
Another call to resist external pressure.
Don't let 'em tell you what you got you're gonna blow it open
To not let others dictate the person's worth or capabilities.
Go where you wanna
Reiteration of empowerment, emphasizing being true to oneself and resisting societal pressures to conform.
Use your own body to walk how you wanna
-Strut what you got if you feel like you wanna
-Be your own reason to be
-What you wanna
-Scream it as loud as you damn well wanna
-No you don't gotta say boo if they want you to
-Be what they say you should
-Be where you wanna
-Use your own body to walk how you wanna
-Strut what you got if you feel like you wanna
-Be your own reason to be
-What you wanna
-Scream it as loud as you damn well wanna
-No you don't gotta say boo if they want you to
-Be what they say you should
-Be where you wanna
-Use your own body to walk how you wanna
-Strut what you got if you feel like you wanna
-Be your own reason to be
-What you wanna
-Scream it as loud as you damn well wanna
-No you don't gotta say boo if they want you to
-Be what they say you should
Resisting societal expectations and being oneself.
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