Breadwinner Lyrics – Kacey Musgraves
Breadwinner Lyrics
[Verse 1: Kacey Musgraves]
Here's what he'll do, he'll play it cool
When he hangs out with a woman like you
Say he ain't pressed by all your success
Tell you he's different than all of the rest
[Pre-Chorus: Kacey Musgraves]
You're gonna give it all and give it all
But you won't get it back
I'm telling you, it's gonna hurt
Stay away from a boy like that
[Chorus: Kacey Musgraves]
He wants a breadwinner
He wants your dinner
Until he ain't hungry anymore
He wants your shimmer
To make him feel bigger
Until he starts feeling insecure
I wish somebody would've told me the truth
Say, "He's never gonna know what to do
With a woman like you
With a woman like you"
[Verse 2: Kacey Musgraves]
I see the games a mile away
They only end when another heart breaks
But all of his wounds ain't an excuse
For you to put up with how he treats you
[Pre-Chorus: Kacey Musgraves]
You're gonna give it all and give it all
But you won't get it back
I'm telling you, it's gonna hurt
Stay away from a boy like that
[Chorus: Kacey Musgraves]
He wants a breadwinner
He wants your dinner
Until he ain't hungry anymore
He wants your shimmer
To make him feel bigger
Until he starts feeling insecure
I wish somebody would've told me the truth
Say, "He's never gonna know what to do
With a woman like you
With a woman like you"
[Bridge: Kacey Musgraves]
I can sleep at night
Knowing I really tried
I put in the time
But the fault isn't mine
[Chorus: Kacey Musgraves]
That he wants a breadwinner
He wants your dinner
Until he ain't hungry anymore (Anymore)
He wants a breadwinner
He wants your dinner
Until he ain't hungry anymore (Anymore)
He wants your shimmer
To make him feel bigger
Until he starts feeling insecure
I wish somebody would've told me the truth
Say, "He's never gonna know what to do
[Outro: Kacey Musgraves]
With a woman like you
With a woman like you
With a woman like you and me"
He likes what he sees
Breadwinner Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Breadwinner" by Kacey Musgraves addresses the pitfalls of relationships with men who appear confident but are ultimately insecure. The lyrics caution against getting involved with a man who may initially seem unbothered by success but will eventually show his true colors, seeking validation and making the woman feel inadequate.
[Verse 1]
In this section, Kacey describes the deceptive behavior of a man who tries to act nonchalant around successful women. He claims to be different from others, downplaying the woman's achievements, but it's a facade hiding his real intentions.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus warns that despite giving everything to the relationship, there won't be reciprocity. It emphasizes the inevitable pain and advises staying away from such emotionally unavailable men.
[Chorus]
The chorus highlights the man's superficial desires – wanting the woman's material success and attention but eventually becoming insecure. Kacey regrets not receiving honest advice about the challenges of being with someone who can't appreciate a woman like her.
[Verse 2]
Kacey acknowledges the predictable games played in such relationships, where they continue until someone's heart is broken. She encourages women not to accept mistreatment by justifying it with the man's emotional wounds.
[Bridge]
The bridge asserts that despite earnest efforts, the woman shouldn't bear the blame for the relationship's failure. It underlines the importance of self-respect and not internalizing the shortcomings of the partner.
[Outro]
The outro concludes with a reflection on the man's superficial attraction, reiterating that he may like what he sees but is ultimately ill-equipped to handle a woman with strength and independence. Kacey expresses the sentiment that such a man won't understand or appreciate a woman like her.
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Cast & Crew
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves & Daniel Tashian
- Writter(s)
- Kacey Musgraves, Ian Fitchuk, Ilsey & BJ Burton
- Released On
- September 10, 2021
Star-crossed Songs
- 1.Angel
- 2.Breadwinner
- 3.Camera Roll
- 4.Cherry Blossom
- 5.Easier Said
- 6.Good Wife
- 7.Gracias A La Vida
- 8.Gracias A La Vida (English)
- 9.Hookup Scene
- 10.If This Was a Movie
- 11.Justified
- 12.Keep Lookin’ Up
- 13.Simple Times
- 14.Star-crossed
- 15.There is a Light
- 16.What Doesn’t Kill Me
Kacey Musgraves Albums
Deeper Well (2024)
English
March 15, 2024Star-crossed (2021)
English
September 10, 2021Kacey Musgraves (Singles)
English
January 1, 1999
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Breadwinner" song?
"Breadwinner" song is sung by Kacey Musgraves.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Breadwinner" song?
"Breadwinner" song lyrics written by Kacey Musgraves, Ian Fitchuk, Ilsey & BJ Burton.
Who is the music producer of "Breadwinner" song?
"Breadwinner" song music composed & produced by Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves & Daniel Tashian.
When was "Breadwinner" song released?
"Breadwinner" song was released on September 10, 2021.