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Expectations Lyrics

by Olivia Rodrigo

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Expectations Lyrics

I met him at a party, I think he was on drugs He wasn't smart or funny, I convinced myself he was He had a great apartment, and a car his parents bought I thought that he was perfect, and now his number's blocked Took a couple months (Took a couple months) But now I am secure (Now I am secure) I am so evolved (I am so evolved) Now I ask for more, and more, and more, and more, and more I won't settle for a guy with a fake job He seems so desperate for lovin', but, baby, I'm not Gave my heart with zero stipulations Now, I take careful consideration I'm not kissin' any boy that is passive Your indecision is painfully unattractive Past mistakes are just new information These days, I've got expectations So I hit the new year like a single girl at a Vegas bar Rockin' my mini dress with a vodka cran' and an open heart Yeah, I've got hope, yeah, I've got drive, I will not lose my faith Don't think my future husband is in this bar in Silver Lake But in a couple months (In a couple months) A man will be the cure (This man will be the cure) He will be evolved (He will be evolved) And I will be adored, adored, adored, adored, adored I won't settle for a guy with a fake job He seems so desperate for lovin', but, baby, I'm not Gave my heart with zero stipulations Now, I take careful consideration I'm not kissin' any boy that is passive Your indecision is painfully unattractive Past mistakes are just new information These days, I've got expectations I've got big expectations I've got real big expectations I've got big expectations I've got real big expectations She's got big expectations She's got real big expectations She's got big expectations She's got real big expectations I won't settle for a guy with a fake job He seems so desperate for lovin', but, baby, I'm not Gave my heart with zero stipulations (Baby, ah) Now, I take careful consideration (I take, I take) I'm not kissing any boy that is passive Your indecision is painfully unattractive Past mistakes are just new information These days, I've got expectations

Meaning of Expectations

“Expectations” is a raw and cathartic exploration of self-discovery after a naive romantic entanglement. Olivia Rodrigo captures the painful realization of being manipulated by an undeserving partner, initially blinded by superficial qualities like wealth and perceived charm. The song charts her rapid evolution – from a vulnerable, easily swayed girl to someone demanding respect and genuine connection. Through vivid imagery of newfound confidence, she rejects settling for less than she deserves, explicitly stating her “big expectations” and rejecting passive affection. The celebratory shift toward embracing independence is underscored by the Vegas bar scene, symbolizing a fresh start fueled by hope and self-assuredness. Ultimately, Rodrigo’s message is one of empowerment: she's moving forward with clear intentions, seeking a partner who will truly evolve alongside her and acknowledge her worth – a man who will be adored, not just desperately seeking love.

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