Quote by Janis Ian

I learned the truth at seventeen, That love was meant for beauty queens, And high school girls with clear skinned smiles, Who married young and then retired.

I learned the truth at seventeen, That love was meant for be

Summary

This quote, from the song "At Seventeen" by Janis Ian, reflects the perception of love and beauty that many young people carry in their formative years. It captures the disillusionment of discovering that society often values external attractiveness over genuine qualities, causing individuals with different appearances or life paths to feel left out. The line alludes to the societal pressure for women to conform to specific beauty standards and highlights the idealization of early marriage and conventional life goals.

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