Yes the first post is the opposite of the meaning of the song. The first verse is being sarcastic. They are supposed to be in the perspective of general society, telling you how to live and what is proper. This song is really about self liberation, especially for WOMEN. That's why they say damsel in distress.
Women have been oppressed for ages. Especially when it comes to self expression and sexuality. Lines like "keep your legs shut" "keep your mouth shut" "remember things should be seen and never heard "get back in your place" are ideas that society have expected women to follow for ages. They are basically mocking these gender codes. This song is saying that you need to take control of your life and make your own rules. Rules are not always right "Don't just do the right thing to be pleasing" Remember they are all about GIRL POWER! This is one of the more powerful songs with a real message.
Yes the first post is the opposite of the meaning of the song. The first verse is being sarcastic. They are supposed to be in the perspective of general society, telling you how to live and what is proper. This song is really about self liberation, especially for WOMEN. That's why they say damsel in distress. Women have been oppressed for ages. Especially when it comes to self expression and sexuality. Lines like "keep your legs shut" "keep your mouth shut" "remember things should be seen and never heard "get back in your place" are ideas that society have expected women to follow for ages. They are basically mocking these gender codes. This song is saying that you need to take control of your life and make your own rules. Rules are not always right "Don't just do the right thing to be pleasing" Remember they are all about GIRL POWER! This is one of the more powerful songs with a real message.