Cinderella appears to perform for her as she escapes her mundane life, reinforcing the band's glam-rock image of big hair and flamboyant costumes. 2. Lyrical Themes & Meaning
The singer realizes they have been used—perhaps for money or status—and firmly declares, "I'm not your fool". 3. Musician's Guide (How to Play) cinderella_nobodys_fool
Keifer writes about "counting falling tears" and the long time since "breaking ties". Cinderella appears to perform for her as she
Despite the "Cinderella" name, the lyrics are far from a fairy tale. They focus on and the end of a toxic relationship. I'll take mine".
The core message is one of independence: "You take your road, I'll take mine".