Pretty Girls
They Might Be Giants · Other Songs - They Might Be Giants
Come on...
Oh ya...
Come on...
If I were a dentist I would take the opportunity to look in your mouth
Maybe if I did then I would better understand just what you're talking about
And if my x-ray picture gave the proper information I'd be back at the start
'Cause every time I try and talk to you my words keep falling apart
Oh ya...
Pretty girls make me nervous
Come on...
Pretty girls make me nervous
Oh ya...
Pretty girls make me nervous
Come on...
When they're as pretty as you
And if I was a surgeon I would do an operation to examine your heart
I'd check to see if you and me could really ever move beyond the very start
And if my diagnosis turned out positive I'd still be only dreaming of you
'Cause approaching you is something that I know I'd never have the guts to do
Chorus
And when she smiles she makes me happy
And when she gets near I get so dreamy ah...
And in my award-winning dream I perform like I was on a movie screen
As I casually pop the question
Do you wanna go out for coffee with me?
Minnie ... "I don't drink coffee'
If I were a lawyer I would argue for the right to kiss you passionately
And if I were a teacher I would rewrite history so you would end up with me
And if I were an architect then I'd be busy drawing up the perfect plan
But of all of these things above so alone is the only thing I am
Chorus X 2
Pretty Girls
Released by They Might Be Giants, "Pretty Girls" stands as a quintessential example of the band's unique fusion of pop sensibilities with intellectual wordplay. The track exemplifies the group's signature style, characterized by complex, multi-layered lyrics that often subvert expectations while maintaining an infectious melodic hook. As part of their extensive discography, the song reflects the band's commitment to blending educational themes with accessible music, a hallmark that has defined their career since the early 1980s. Their ability to craft narratives that are both whimsical and profound has made them a significant influence in alternative rock and indie pop, appealing to audiences who appreciate music that challenges the listener to think beyond the surface.