Snow White
Snow White's Musical Escape: A Journey Beyond Conformity
Lyrics
She could've been a clerk
She had the potential to work as a clerk.
Or settled as a ticket taker
Alternatively, she could have settled for a job as a ticket taker.
With aces in her hand
Despite having a good hand (opportunities), she chose to align herself with a music maker.
She threw in with a music maker
She made a decision to pursue a life connected to music.
Well she's not the girl
She has undergone changes and is not the same person she used to be.
That she used to be
She is evolving and distancing herself from a life of sterile sanctity (rigid purity).
'Cause she's running from
She is running away from a life that lacks excitement and passion.
Sterile sanctity
She seeks pleasure rather than conforming to a sterile and restrictive environment.
And it's pleasure please
Her pursuit is driven by the desire for pleasure.
That's really got the hook on
Her attraction to pleasure is strong and captivating.
Snow White's under the lights
Snow White, metaphorically representing the woman, is in the spotlight.
And I doubt if she's home tonight
It's uncertain if she is at home, suggesting a life of unpredictability or being on the go.
Snow White's doing her thing
Snow White is pursuing her own path or passion.
And I doubt if she's home tonight
Similar to line 14, uncertainty about her location and lifestyle.
She could've made the grade
She had the potential to succeed academically as a good home-maker.
Graduated as a good home-maker
She could have chosen a traditional role as a homemaker.
Jumped in for the ride
Instead, she opted for an adventurous journey following the path of music.
Now she travels where the music takes her
She now travels wherever the music takes her.
Well she suffers from
She experiences a strong and urgent desire.
Such an urgent need
The urgency is related to her needs, which may be linked to her pursuit of pleasure.
She'll never resurrect
She won't be able to revive or bring back what she used to be.
What she used to be
There's a permanent change in her identity or lifestyle.
And it's pleasure please
Similar to line 10, pleasure is a driving force in her life.
That's really got the hook on
Her attachment to pleasure is strong and compelling.
Snow White
Reiteration of Snow White being the central figure in the narrative.
Oh baby
An expression of endearment or concern for Snow White.
Well maybe
A contemplative thought about Snow White's situation.
You ain't quite
Suggesting that Snow White might not fit the traditional expectations or norms.
The lady
Referring to Snow White as a lady.
In waiting
Implying that she is in a state of waiting or anticipation.
To follow
Encouraging Snow White to follow her own path rather than conforming.
Follow in line
Reiteration of the encouragement for Snow White to follow her unique journey.
Follow in line
Encouraging Snow White to conform to her own individuality and not societal expectations.
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