Don't Ask Me To Change
Embrace Imperfection: Sophie and the Giants' Anthem of Self-Love
Lyrics
Don't tell me sweet things just because it worked on your ex
Don't offer insincere compliments based on what worked with your previous partner.
Don't buy me flowers 'cause you think that gets you sex
Don't use buying flowers as a manipulative tactic for sexual favors.
What you want, just say it, just say what want
Express your desires straightforwardly, without hesitation.
And then let it go, just let it go
Once you've stated your desires, allow them to be, without pushing or insisting.
Don't sell me bullshit then hide what you mean in a text
Avoid deceptive communication, especially hiding intentions in text messages.
Don't you love me like that (not like that)
Reject love that is not genuine or respectful of personal growth and change.
Don't you love me like that (not like that)
-Don't get stuck in the past (in the past)
-Don't you love me like that (not like that)
-I say I don't need no blessing
Expressing independence and self-worth, refusing to change for someone else.
I'm gonna do it my own way
-And I'm not sayin' I'm perfect
-But I hope that you stay, stay, stay
-And I ain't made you no promises
-I'm gonna love me anyway
-And I'm saying I'm worth it
-So I want you to stay, stay, stay
-But don't ask me to change
Emphatically stating the refusal to change for the sake of a relationship.
Don't call me lady 'cause that's what you think I should be
Reject traditional gender roles and expectations, advocating for clear communication.
I'm not your queen so don't pick me up or try to move me
-What you want, just say it, just say what want
-And then let it go, just let it go
-Don't even blink if you think you won't get what you see
Be genuine and true to oneself; don't pretend or hide intentions.
Don't you love me like that (not like that)
Reiterating the rejection of inauthentic love or relationships stuck in the past.
Don't you love me like that (not like that)
-Don't get stuck in the past (in the past)
-Don't you love me like that (not like that)
-I say I don't need no blessing
Affirming self-worth and the determination to pursue personal goals and choices.
I'm gonna do it my own way
-And I'm not saying I'm perfect
-But I hope that you stay, stay, stay
-And I ain't made you no promises
-I'm gonna love me anyway
-And I'm saying I'm worth it
-So I want you to stay, stay, stay
-But don't ask me to change
Reiterating the refusal to change for someone else's expectations or desires.
Don't you love me like that
Questioning if the love is genuine and not tied to outdated notions.
Don't you love me like that
-Don't get stuck in the past
-Don't you love me like that
-I say I don't need no blessing
Affirming personal agency and self-love, emphasizing the desire for an authentic connection.
I'm gonna do it my own way
-And I'm not saying I'm perfect
-But I hope that you stay, stay, stay
-And I ain't made you no promises
-I'm gonna love me anyway
-And I'm saying I'm worth it
-So I want you to stay, stay, stay
-But don't ask me to change
Reiterating the stance against changing for others while expressing the desire for commitment.
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