Born Again — LISA: what the lyrics really mean
First verse: the song, every line and what it means — in syncTo be born again, baby, to be born againListen to this line with the translationNo sign-upWhat the song is about
LISA's “Born Again” is a sarcastic breakup song about a lover who didn't try hard enough to win the singer over. Top down and sunglasses on, the singer drives off with the ex still in the passenger seat, receipts in hand like a businesswoman, refusing to bankroll his spending. Church language runs through it, with belief, prayer, light and a bitten fruit, and the tone stays cheeky and freeing more than bitter.
Key lines
4 lines from the song with the slang, wordplay and references behind them. The full line-by-line breakdown lives in the app.
To be born again, baby, to be born againListen from this lineWhat's behind the line: "Born again" sounds odd since a person is born once. It is a Christian phrase for a spiritual rebirth and a new life of faith. Next to "baby" it sounds like a promise of transformation, and the religious theme carries on in the following lines.
Non-believer, you've bitten from the fruit but can't give backListen to the first verse — freeWords in this line- can'tcannot
What's behind the line: "Fruit" is not just food here but a nod to the forbidden fruit of Adam and Eve in the Bible. "Bitten" and "can't give back" together say that what is done cannot be undone. "Non-believer" means someone without faith.
Keepin' me strong, choosin' to carry on after oneListen to the first verse — freeWhat's behind the line: "Carry" and "on" separately suggest holding something, but "carry on" together means to continue despite hardship. "Keepin'" and "choosin'" are casual sung spellings that drop the g. "After one" leaves it open, pointing to one past person or experience.
If you stayed just another few nights, I could've made you pray to JesusListen to the first verse — freeWhat's behind the line: 'Pray to Jesus' literally means to address Jesus in prayer, but here it is a cheeky joke with a sensual undertone: he would be so overwhelmed he'd cry out to God. 'Made you' means 'caused you to', not 'created you'. The religious wording is mixed with flirting, and that is the point of the line.
Lyrics © their rights holders. “Born Again” — LISA. Quoted for commentary and learning.
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Words from the song in alphabetical order, with what they mean here.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ain't | am not |
| ass | backside |
| believer | one who believes |
| bit | piece |
| cause | because |
| every | each |
| lil | little |
| little | small amount |
| receipts | proofs |
| silly | foolish |
| single | even one (emphasis) |
| times | occasions |
| tried | attempted |
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Questions about “Born Again”
What is “Born Again” by LISA about?
LISA's “Born Again” is a sarcastic breakup song about a lover who didn't try hard enough to win the singer over.
What does “To be born again, baby, to be born again” mean in “Born Again”?
"Born again" sounds odd since a person is born once.
What does “Non-believer, you've bitten from the fruit but can't give back” mean in “Born Again”?
"Fruit" is not just food here but a nod to the forbidden fruit of Adam and Eve in the Bible.
Where can I see every line of “Born Again” explained?
This page explains 4 key lines. In the theIDOL app Sori goes through all 63 lines word by word, in sync with the song; the first verse is free and needs no sign-up.
Official music video
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Credits and sources
- Artist
- LISA
- Official video
- LLOUD Official · YouTube
Lyrics and music belong to their rights holders. This page quotes no more than four lines for commentary; the translations, pronunciation and explanations are written by theIDOL.