Eh, eh, eh, eh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Eh, eh, eh, eh
Oh no
You can get real close, talkin’, you talkin’ now
Underneath our clothes, pretend that we know it all
Shut off the lights just to hide in the dark
(Hide in the) Dark, (Hide in the) dark
Think that I know you the farther you are
(Farther you are, farther you are) No
Like A-B-C-D, that could work so perfectly
If perfect was the kind of thing that worked for me
But I wanna feel nervous, just a little bit off the edge
(Wanna feel, wanna feel, wanna feel)
Even if I know that I will end up in a mess
Like eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, it won’t be perfect
But I know, oh, oh, oh, oh, it could be worth it
And for all of the nights I left tears running down my face, messing up my mascara
It’s not perfect, eh, eh, eh, but maybe that’s what we need
(That’s what we need)
See right through the fiction and all of this fakery
(All of this fakery)
Just give me some friction, let me see what nobody sees
(See what nobody sees)
You don’t think that I can handle the truth
(Handle the truth, handle the truth)
Baby, I’m over just playing it cool, no
Like A-B-C-D, that could work so perfectly
If perfect was the kind of thing that worked for me
But I wanna feel nervous, just a little bit off the edge
(Wanna feel, wanna feel, wanna feel)
Even if I know that I will end up in a mess
Like eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, it won’t be perfect
(And you know that I’m with you, baby)
But I know, oh, oh, oh, oh, it could be worth it
(And I know it could be worth it, baby)
And for all of the nights I left tears running down my face, messing up my mascara
It’s not perfect, eh, eh, eh, but maybe that’s what we need
That’s what we need (That’s what we need)
That’s what we need (That’s what we need)
Baby, do you think that you could give it to me?
That’s what we need
That’s what we need
Baby, do you think that you could give it to me?
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, it won’t be perfect
(What you need, you and I)
But I know, oh, oh, oh, oh, it could be worth it
(Oh, will you give it to me, baby?)
And for all of the nights I left tears running down my face, messing up my mascara
(Mess with me, honey)
It’s not perfect, eh, eh, eh, but maybe that’s what we need
(And you know, and you know, know, know)
(Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, it won’t be perfect)
That’s what we need, that’s what we need
(But I know, oh, oh, oh, oh, it could be worth it)
Baby, do you think that you could give it to me?
(And for all of the nights I left tears running down my face, messing up my mascara)
That’s what we need, that’s what we need
It’s not perfect, eh, eh, eh, but maybe that’s what we need
Imperfect Love: Embracing the Mess
In “prfct,” Sabrina Carpenter explores the beauty found within imperfection, especially in relationships. The song rejects the idea of flawless love, instead embracing vulnerability, authenticity, and the inevitable messiness that comes with real connection. Through playful yet honest lines, Carpenter suggests that chasing perfection is not only unrealistic but also unfulfilling. The repeated phrase, “it won’t be perfect, but I know it could be worth it,” captures the heart of the message: true intimacy is found when defenses are lowered and imperfections are shared.
Breaking Down the Facade
Carpenter’s lyrics challenge the facade that often surrounds romance, calling for honesty and a willingness to confront discomfort (“See right through the fiction and all of this fakery”). The track celebrates emotional risk-taking, hinting that the most worthwhile connections are forged not in spite of flaws, but because of them. “prfct” serves as a reminder that love’s messiness is not a flaw to be fixed but an experience to be cherished.
Song Credits
Artist: Sabrina Carpenter
Songwriters: Sabrina Carpenter, Steph Jones, Julian Bunetta, John Ryan
Release Year: 2024
Label: Island Records