[Intro- Snapping fingers, tambourine, upright bass, bright piano, and a cheerful brass flourish. Girl-group harmonies answer every line.]
[Background Vocals]
“Ooooh…”
“She’s back…”
“Hey, hey!”
[Verse 1- Bouncy piano drives the rhythm while guitars chop on the backbeat.]
I tried cryin’ in the mirror,
Thought I’d give those tears a chance.
Made it halfway through the first one,
Then I started doin’ a dance.
Mascara said, “Girl, don’t waste me,”
Lipstick said, “Straighten your crown.”
Even my old blue jeans whispered,
“We don’t do breakin’ down.”
[Pre-Chorus- Horns swell, tambourine shakes harder, harmonies climb.]
Bad days love to chase me,
Bless their stubborn little hearts.
But they never stick around
When the jukebox starts.
[Chorus- Full band explodes with hand claps, horns, and soaring harmonies.]
I’m too cute to stay miserable,
Too bright to lose my shine.
Can’t spend forever
Livin’ in yesterday’s time.
I’m gonna laugh a little louder,
Dance a little longer tonight.
If life wants a fight,
I’ll smile out of spite.
Too cute to stay miserable,
That’s my favorite rule.
If the world gets ugly,
I’m bringin’ the cool.
[Verse 2-,Walking bass takes the lead. Guitar answers each vocal phrase.]
Some folks collect old grudges,
Like trophies on a shelf.
Honey, I’d rather collect good stories
And fall in love with myself.
Every little scar I’m wearin’
Helped me learn my worth.
Now I walk like I own the sidewalk
And whistle at the universe.
[Pre-Chorus- Snare rolls build anticipation. Background singers echo the final line.]
A little glitter,
A little grace,
A little stubborn smile
Can brighten any place.
[Chorus- Bigger brass, richer harmonies, lively tambourine.]
I’m too cute to stay miserable,
Too bright to lose my shine.
Can’t spend forever
Livin’ in yesterday’s time.
I’m gonna laugh a little louder,
Dance a little longer tonight.
If life wants a fight,
I’ll smile out of spite.
Too cute to stay miserable,
That’s my favorite rule.
If the world gets ugly,
I’m bringin’ the cool.
[Bridge- Everything drops to piano, finger snaps, and bass. Then the drums slowly build.]
I don’t need perfect mornings,
Or sunshine every day.
Sometimes all it really takes
Is choosing joy anyway.
So here’s to second chances,
And hearts that still believe.
The strongest kind of beautiful
Is the kind that never leaves.
[Final Chorus- Full “wall of sound.” Hand claps, horns, tambourine, layered harmonies, joyful saxophone fills.]
I’m too cute to stay miserable,
Too wild to fade away.
Every little setback
Just fuels another day.
I’m gonna wear my confidence
Like my favorite dress.
You can’t keep a good heart down,
No matter what the mess.
Too cute to stay miserable,
Watch me prove it’s true.
Life can throw its punches…
I’ll still be dancing through.
[Outro- Saxophone solo over clapping and bright piano. Background singers chant:]
“Too cute… too cute…”
“She’s alright…”
“She’s alright
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