Lyrics
You don't own me, no.
You assert your independence, stating that you cannot be owned.
I'm not one of your little toys.
Emphasizing that you are not a plaything or under someone's control.
You don't own me, no.
Reiterating the refusal to be owned or controlled by someone.
You can't keep me from those other boys.
Asserting the freedom to interact with other people, particularly boys.
Don't tell me what to do and
Defying orders on how to behave and what to say.
Don't tell me what to say.
Insisting on personal autonomy in speech and actions.
When I go out with you
Setting boundaries for public outings, rejecting being treated as an object.
Don't put me on display.
Opposing the idea of being showcased or exhibited in the company of someone.
You don't own me, no.
Reiterating the message of not being owned, emphasizing resistance to change.
Don't try to change me in any way.
Rejecting attempts to alter one's personality or character.
You don't own me, no.
Emphasizing the refusal to be owned or restricted, expressing a desire for freedom.
Don't tie me down 'cause I'd never stay.
Rejecting the idea of being tied down in a relationship because of the inclination to remain free.
I don't tell you what to say
Highlighting a contrast in behavior by not imposing restrictions on the partner.
I don't tell you what to do.
Emphasizing the absence of control over the partner's actions or words.
Just let me be myself.
Advocating for personal freedom, requesting acceptance as an individual.
That's all I ask of you.
Expressing the simple desire to be oneself without interference.
You don't own me, no.
Reiteration of the core message of independence and non-ownership.
I'm not one of your little toys.
Reemphasizing the rejection of being treated as a possession.
You don't own me, no.
Restating the refusal to be owned or controlled by someone.
You can't keep me from those other boys.
Asserting the right to interact with others, particularly boys, freely.
Don't tell me what to do and
Defiance against being told what to do or say, asserting independence.
Don't tell me what to say.
Reiterating the rejection of control over personal actions and speech.
When I go out with you
Setting expectations for public outings to avoid objectification.
Don't put me on display.
Rejecting the idea of being displayed or treated as a possession.
I don't tell you what to say
Continuing the theme of mutual respect by not dictating the partner's actions or words.
I don't tell you what to do.
Emphasizing the absence of control over the partner's behavior or speech.
Just let me be myself.
Reiterating the plea to be allowed to be oneself without interference.
That's all I ask of you.
Affirming the simplicity of the request for personal freedom and authenticity.
I'm wrong.
Admitting to imperfection, acknowledging the inclination for freedom.
I love to be free.
Expressing a love for freedom, implying a preference for independence.
I'm wrong. yeah, I love to be wrong.
Acknowledging imperfection and expressing a fondness for freedom.
I'm free. yeah, I love to be free.
Affirming a love for freedom and the joy of being unconstrained.
Free to do whatever I want.
Celebrating the freedom to make personal choices and live life authentically.
To live my life the way I please.
Asserting the right to live life according to one's own desires and preferences.
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