In the midst of societal expectations and pressures, this powerful song delves into the experience of growing up as a young woman. The lyrics explore body image issues, objectification, and victim-blaming, with the recurring metaphor of 'strawberry shortcake' symbolizing the sexualization of women's bodies. Melanie Martinez criticizes society's tendency to blame women for men's actions and urges for a shift in perspective - instead of shaming women for their appearance or behavior, there should be an emphasis on teaching respect and consent. The song serves as a commentary on these deep-seated cultural issues, seeking to challenge and change them through its poignant narrative.
Strawberry Shortcake
Lyrics
Feeling unsure of my naked body
Stand back, watch it taking shape
Wondering why I don't look like Barbie
They say boys like girls with a tiny waist
Now, my mama's preaching to make sure I'm pure
But, I never really cared about that shit before
Look around the room to whoever wants me
Got boys acting like they ain't seen skin before
Got sent home to change 'cause my skirt is too short
It's my fault, it's my fault 'cause I put icing on top
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
That's my bad, that's my bad, no one taught them not to grab
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
Gotta make sure that my legs are shiny
Hot wax melting, burn my skin
People all around me watching closely
'Cause it's how I look and not what I think
Mikey's eyes seem to be glued to her chest
So, I'm stuffing my bra so that mine look the best
It's my fault, it's my fault 'cause I put icing on top
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
That's my bad, that's my bad, no one taught them not to grab
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
Instead of making me feel bad for the body I got
Just teach him to keep it in his pants and tell him to stop
Sayin' it's my fault, it's my fault 'cause I put icing on top
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
That's my bad, that's my bad, no one taught them not to grab
Now, the boys want a taste of the strawberry shortcake
Writer(s): Emily Warren, Melanie Adele Martinez, Michael Leary
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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