Come on girls
You believe in love
'Cause I've got something to sing about it
And it goes something like this
Don't go for second best, baby
Put your love to the test
You know, you know you've got to
Make him express how he feels
And maybe then you'll know your love is real
You don't need diamond rings or eighteen karat gold
Fancy cars that go very fast
You know they never last no, no
What you need is a big strong hand
To lift you to your higher ground
Make you feel like a Queen on a throne
Make him love you 'til you can't come down
Don't go for second best, baby
Put your love to the test
You know, you know you've got to
Make him express how he feels
And maybe then you'll know your love is real
Long stem roses are the way to your heart but
He needs to start with your head
Satin sheets are very romantic
What happens when you're not in bed
You deserve the best in life
So if the time isn't right then move on
Second best is never enough
You'll do much better, baby, on your own
Don't go for second best, baby
Put your love to the test
You know, you know you've got to
Make him express how he feels
And maybe then you'll know your love is real
Express yourself
You've got to make him
Express himself
Hey, hey, hey, hey
So if you want it right now
Make him show you how
Express what he's got, oh baby ready or not
And when you're gone he might regret it
Think about the love he once had
Try to carry on, but he just won't get it
He'll be back on his knees, so please
Don't go for second best, baby
Put your love to the test
You know, you know you've got to
Make him express how he feels
And maybe then you'll know your love is real
Express yourself
You've got to make him
Express himself
Hey, hey, hey, hey
So if you want it right now
Make him show you how
Express what he's got, oh baby ready or not
Express yourself
Express himself, hey, hey
So if you want it right now, better make him show you how
Express what he's got, oh baby ready or not
Express yourself
Respect yourself, hey, hey
So if you want it right now, better make him show you how
Express what he's got, oh baby ready or not
Express yourself
About This Song
"Express Yourself" is Madonna's empowering anthem that urges women to demand authentic emotional expression and genuine commitment from their romantic partners rather than settling for superficial gestures. The song's lyrics reject materialism-dismissing "diamond rings" and "fancy cars"-in favor of deeper emotional honesty, with Madonna instructing women to "put your love to the test" and make men prove their feelings through words and actions. Musically, it features a driving dance-pop beat with gospel-influenced vocals and a bold, assertive delivery that matches its confident message. The track became a defining moment in Madonna's career and pop feminism, establishing her as a voice for female empowerment while delivering an infectious, club-ready anthem. Its blend of relationship advice with danceable production helped make it both a commercial hit and a cultural statement about women's right to demand more from love.
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