Girl More Handsome Than I
Embracing Love's Unexpected Beauty
Lyrics
I think that I'm gay
Expressing confusion about sexual orientation, possibly feeling attracted to the same gender.
But in the happy way
Suggesting contentment or happiness regarding this newfound realization or self-acceptance.
Her arms are hairy
Describing physical features of a woman (hairy arms).
Too hairy for me to marry
Feeling that the level of hairiness is a hindrance to the idea of marriage.
But how will I tell her kids?
Concern about discussing a sensitive topic with the woman's children (presumably about their mother's appearance).
She's a girl more handsome than I
Admitting the woman is more masculine or striking in appearance compared to the singer.
and she's tipping off the balustrade tonight
Describing a dramatic situation where the woman is falling off a balustrade (railing) tonight.
While she's falling people are crying
Depicting a scene where people witnessing her fall are emotional (crying).
She asked me if mine was any bigger than hers
Referencing a conversation where the woman asked about the singer's physical attributes (comparing sizes), causing anxiety or discomfort.
And I was scared to answer her
Feeling hesitant or fearful about responding to her inquiry.
Fille plus beau que moi
Repetition of the phrase "Fille plus beau que moi" (Girl more handsome than I) in French, emphasizing the theme of the woman being more striking or masculine in appearance compared to the singer.
Fille plus beau que moi
-Fille plus beau que moi
-Fille plus beau que moi
-She's a girl, girl more handsome than I
Reiteration that the woman is more masculine or striking in appearance compared to the singer.
And she's tipping off the balustrade tonight
Repetition of the earlier dramatic situation where the woman is falling off a balustrade.
Please don't tell my wife
Urging not to disclose the singer's inner thoughts or confusions about sexuality to their spouse.
I think that I'm gay
Reiterating the confusion or realization about sexual orientation in a happy manner.
But in the happy way
Similar to line 2, expressing contentment or happiness regarding the realization of being gay.
Her legs are hairy
Describing another physical feature of the woman (hairy legs).
Too hairy for me to marry
Feeling that the level of hairiness is a hindrance to the idea of marriage, similar to line 4.
Fille plus beau que moi
Continued repetition of the phrase "Fille plus beau que moi" (Girl more handsome than I) in French, reinforcing the idea of the woman's striking or masculine appearance.
Fille plus beau que moi
-Fille plus beau que moi
-Fille plus beau que moi
-Fille plus beau que moi
-Girl more handsome than I
Reiteration that the woman is more masculine or striking in appearance compared to the singer.
Don't be desperate, it's not
Suggesting not to feel desperate or distressed, potentially advising against being too concerned about appearances or one's own feelings.
(Girl more handsome than I)
A repetition of the idea of the woman being more handsome than the singer.
A good look
Implying that looking desperate is not a favorable trait or appearance.
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