Lyrics
I want you
I desire you
Woman
Addressing the person as a woman
Tried to be a son and daughter rolled into one
Expressing an attempt to embody both traditional male and female qualities
You said you'd equal any man for having your fun
Challenging the notion that women can't match men in having fun or excitement
Ooh, now didn't you feel surprised to find
Highlighting surprise at the mismatch between expectations and reality
The cap just didn't fit?
Suggesting that societal expectations don't conform to individual identity
The world expects a man
Pointing out the societal pressure on men to endure hardships
To buckle down and shovel shit
Challenging the traditional male role of enduring difficulties
What'll you do for loving
Raising a question about the actions taken for the sake of love
When it's only just begun?
Questioning the depth and commitment of the love that has just begun
I want you to be a woman
Expressing a desire for the person to embrace their feminine side
Tried to be a teacher and a fisher of men
Attempting to take on roles of a teacher and a guide for others
An equal people preacher
Promoting equality and fairness among people
Will you lead us all the same?
Questioning whether everyone will be led equally
Ooh, well I travelled around the world
Describing a journey around the world and discovering new perspectives
And found a brand new word for day
Introducing a new concept or way of thinking
Ooh, watching the time mustn't linger behind
Emphasizing the importance of not dwelling in the past
Pardon me I have to get away
Expressing the need to break away from the present situation
Ooh, what'll you think of heaven
Posing a question about one's perception of heaven
If it's back from where you came
Suggesting a return to one's origins or roots
I want you to be a woman
Reiterating the desire for the person to embrace their feminine side
I want you to be a woman, yeah
Repeating the desire for the person to be a woman
Ooh, you know I'm gonna save the world
Expressing a commitment to making a positive impact on the world
Ooh, now I've just begun
Indicating the beginning of a significant undertaking
Alright
Affirming the start of a journey or mission
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