Hey DJ
Lady in a glass dress, I can see right through you
You act like you don’t want this, but you know that you do
Since he broke your heart, girl, you say you’ll never love again
And you won’t let it stop, girl, but we know in the end
You still dream, dream
You still dream, dream
Baby, I can make your dreams come true
Oh, oh, my lady in the glass dress, oh, oh
I’m telling you I want you but you’re saying you don’t care
Begging you to stay with me but you’re staying right there
I
When will you try?
I swear you’re being selfish, girl, you know that this ain’t fair
Tell me that you wanna be alone when you go to bed tonight
You close your eyes
Girl, you still dream, dream
You still dream, dream
Baby, I can make your dreams come true
Oh, oh, lady in the glass dress
I see right through you
I see right through you
You still dream, dream
You still dream, dream
Baby, I can make your dreams come true
Oh, oh, my lady in the glass dress, oh, oh
The Vulnerability Behind the Glass
“Lady In A Glass Dress (Extended Version)” by Chris Brown delves into the emotional complexities of love and heartbreak. The metaphor of the “glass dress” paints a vivid image of a woman whose defenses are transparent—she appears tough on the outside but is deeply vulnerable within. Brown’s lyrics explore his attempts to break through her walls, acknowledging the pain she’s endured and her reluctance to trust again. The repeated references to dreaming suggest that despite her heartbreak, she still harbors hope for love and happiness, even if she tries to conceal it. The song’s gentle pleading and introspective tone create an intimate portrayal of emotional healing and perseverance in the face of disappointment.
Song Credits
Artist: Chris Brown
Songwriters: Chris Brown
Release Year: 2014
Label: RCA Records