Many people have been asking this question, “what does cherry chapstick mean” in Katy Perry’s ‘I Kissed a Girl’. The meaning which has been hidden for a while has finally been disclosed. Several music lovers have been wondering why that phrase was used in Katy Perry’s song.
Fans and music lovers started suspecting and asking questions when the “cherry chapstick” part was cut out while the rest of the song was played when featured on “Just Dance” game show. This dragged the attention of many to find out what that phrase or lyrics really meant.
Katy Perry’s “I Kissed a Girl” was one of the hit songs off her 2008 album, “The Boys”. The song really performed well in US and gaining the number one spot on Billboard 100. There were several meanings accorded to that phrase after it was released until the real meaning was communicated. After the real meaning was out, there was a divided audience; some were surprised, while others saw things going in that direction.
What does Cherry Chapstick mean in Katy Perry’s I Kissed a Girl?
There were several meanings given to the particular phrase “Cherry Chapstick’. The common one was the indication that the phrase was describing the lipstick of a girl. However, the lyrics go beyond that, as it had a deep meaning but was used metaphorically.
The meaning of the phrase hovers around something deep that talks about homosexuality. It describes an incident between two girls who kissed for the first time and enjoyed it. The real meaning of “cherry chapstick” is centered on the genital (clitor!s) of a girl.
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Based on the lyrics, it was described that she was out having a drink where she met a girl. In the same song, there was a phrase about a boyfriend, disclosing that she might be heterosexual. Her encounter with the girl made them kissed and taste her “cherry chapstick”. She also indicated she liked the kissed and whatever activities that went on between them.
Katy Perry’s Comment on the Lyrics of the Song
After people got the real meaning of the song, they were amazed at the kind of songs or lyrics Perry was into several years ago. However, she talked about the lyrics of the song and showed her regrets. During an interview with Glamour, she made certain revelations.
She said, “If I had to write that song again, I probably would make an edit on it. Lyrically, it has a couple of stereotypes in it. Your mind changes so much in 10 years”.
Also, in 2017, during an acceptance speech, she said, “I’m just a singer-songwriter, honestly. I speak my truths, and I paint my fantasies into these little bite-size pop songs. For instance, I kissed a girl and I liked it. Truth be told, I did more than that.”
The song was a success and massive but was also criticized and labeled as “offensive to gay culture” by singer Beth Ditto.
I Kissed a Girl Lyrics
This was never the way I planned
Not my intention
I got so brave, drink in hand
Lost my discretion
It’s not what I’m used to
Just wanna try you on
I’m curious for you
Caught my attention
I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chapstick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don’t mind it
It felt so wrong, it felt so right
Don’t mean I’m in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it
No, I don’t even know your name
It doesn’t matter
You’re my experimental game
Just human nature
It’s not what good girls do
Not how they should behave
My head gets so confused
Hard to obey
I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chapstick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don’t mind it
It felt so wrong, it felt so right
Don’t mean I’m in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it
Us girls, we are so magical
Soft skin, red lips, so kissable
Hard to resist, so touchable
Too good to deny it
Ain’t no big deal, it’s innocent
I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chapstick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don’t mind it
It felt so wrong, it felt so right
Don’t mean I’m in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it
