The Story of Beauty
Destiny's Child · Survivor
Don't cry, you're beautiful
It's not your fault, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
You're not the one to blame
Soon it will be okay
One day you'll realize
Your beauty
It was a Saturday
This cold afternoon
Inside this house there lived a frightened young girl
She didn't know what she should do
Cuz she missed her mother so
She was left home all alone with her step father
Please dry your eyes, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
It's not your fault, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
You're not the one to blame
Soon it will be okay
One day you'll realize
Your beauty
He touched her places
That he shouldn't have touched
He did some things to her
That he shouldn't have done
And she ran into her room
Paged her mother 9-1-1
And the tragedy began
For this young girl
She told her mother, her family, and friends
No one believed her cuz before this had been
She was filled with hate and anger
Towards her step father
Cuz he took her mother from her when they married
Please dry your eyes, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
It's not your fault, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
You're not the one to blame
Soon it will be okay
One day you'll realize
Your beauty
She looked for her father
In the mirror she saw in
Thought that all she had to offer was her body
No one to figure out why
This young girl would live her life
In such pain and unhappiness
She was so beautiful
She rebelled and one day the young girl fell in love with another man like her stepdad
He abused her emotionally and made her feel like she was worthless
Hope one day she realize
And see the beauty in her eyes
All she needs is prayer and strength
She's beautiful
Please dry your eyes, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
It's not your fault, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
You're not the one to blame
Soon it will be okay
One day you'll realize
Your beauty
Don't cry, you're beautiful
It's not your fault, young girl
Don't cry, you're beautiful
You're not the one to blame
Soon it will be okay
One day you'll realize
Your beauty
Don't hold your head down low
You've got so much, so much, so much, so much, so much to be proud of
You can still live your life
I promise you you'll survive
Girl I love you
You're beautiful
The Story of Beauty
Destiny's Child's 'The Story of Beauty' stands as a defining track from their 2001 album 'Survivor,' capturing the group's evolution from R&B pop to a more mature, soulful sound. Released during a pivotal era in their career, the song blends gospel-tinged harmonies with a driving rhythm that highlighted their vocal prowess and emotional depth. It served as a powerful anthem for the album, reflecting themes of resilience and self-worth that resonated deeply with audiences. The recording showcases the trio's signature blend of power and vulnerability, cementing their status as one of the most influential girl groups of the early 2000s. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless message and the seamless integration of traditional gospel elements with contemporary pop production.