The Everly Brothers：Meaning of Pretty Flamingo Songmeaning

The song "Pretty Flamingo" was not actually recorded by The Everly Brothers, but by Manfred Mann in 1966. The song is about a girl who is called "Flamingo" by the guys on the protagonist's block because of her glowing hair and captivating eyes. She is described as someone who moves gracefully and wears a tight crimson dress. The singer admires her beauty from afar, feeling that she is out of reach and out of sight. The lyrics express the desire for the protagonist to make the "Pretty Flamingo" his own someday, as he believes that every guy would want her if given the chance. He envisions a future with her where he would be envied by others, as he believes it would be a paradise. The repetition of the phrase "Sha la la la la la la pretty Flamingo" in the chorus adds a catchy and melodic element to the song. The song overall captures the yearning and admiration for an unattainable beauty, while also expressing the protagonist's hope for a future with her.