3 Ways Meghan Trainor Made Me Feel Less Woman
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3 Ways Meghan Trainor Made Me Feel Less Woman

From the bottom to the top.

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3 Ways Meghan Trainor Made Me Feel Less Woman
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The first time everyone heard of Meghan Trainor, she was screaming "positive body image". We continued to praise her for her craftsmanship and ability to approach a social concern, primarily for women. However, it wasn't until we looked closely at her "satirical lyrics" that we began to see past her critique on society, one in which she exclusively isolated young and underweight women.

1. As long as doors are opened, I should let them "get some."

If you want me to stay in the kitchen, please make sure this finger has a shiny ring on it. Even though her lyrics are catchy, they contradict one another, a skill that doesn't quite convince us. Dear Future Husband supports an arbitrary relationship in which women gain their place in the kitchen while men go to work:

"'Cause if you'll treat me right I'll be the perfect wife, Buy-buying what you need"

Well, I mean they do have to tell her she's beautiful on a daily basis in case she feels insecure. But what does being beautiful mean to you, Meghan?

2. When it comes to your size, don't worry about it.

From the bottom to the top...Unless you're a "skinny bitch". Because you know men prefer more booty to hold at night. And if you're a size 2 or any less, that's a problem even if you have eating disorders. Meghan, did you know that approximately 40 percent of elementary girls are worried about their weight as children? Those same girls, later on, develop eating disorders as teenagers...

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While I would love to be on the 'Feminist' train with you, I think I'd be going against my own personal agenda. An eating disorder is not healthy for young women, but you also have to understand that you can't define beauty on one dimension.

And you know what, Meghan? I have one person who comes to my mind when thinking about my weight.

I don't need a man to validate my songs or make me feel self-conscious for loving food. And neither should you. Unless he's the one cooking in the kitchen...

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