Love u Quote by John Lennon
““We make her paint her face and dance If she won't be a slave, we say that she don't love us If she's real, we say she's trying to be a man While putting her down we pretend that she is above us””
About This Quote
Source Song: “The Wall” (unreleased lyric), 1970
The speaker critiques how society imposes contradictory expectations on women, labeling them based on compliance or authenticity, while simultaneously demeaning them.
In simple terms: Society sets double standards for women and then belittles them.
Recognize and challenge gender double standards.
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When to use this quote
- workplace
- media representation
- personal relationships
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see these double standards in your environment?
- What can you do to support authentic self‑expression?
The quote may oversimplify complex gender dynamics and ignore individual agency.