Meaning of “Pretty Young Girl” by Logic

Although “Pretty Young Girl” plays out like a love song, it is actually a tribute to a very close female friend of Logic’s. Yet despite his deep feelings for her, he is hesitant in initiating a romance due to his lack of confidence that it will be as lasting as their friendship. However, based on the chorus, it seems that ultimately he is willing to take the risk.

Indeed Logic is experienced in the game of love. But the understanding he has gained through these past occurrences are generating the same thought processes that are telling him if he gets involved with the “pretty young girl”, the relationship will not last. And he does not want to risk their overall friendship in the name of attempting a romance. However, at the same time he cannot fight the pressing romantic feelings that he has for her.

In the second verse, Logic actually gives us details of his last relationship, which as alluded to earlier did not work out. He was deeply in love with the lady but felt stifled. And honestly speaking, even in the present he is not projecting a sentiment of eagerness to get into a new relationship. Moreover, he is not the type to chase around random “thots”. Yet in terms of the woman who is the subject of this song, the “pretty young girl”, he seems willing to take the risk by casting his fears and apprehensions aside since once again he has very-strong, unignorable feelings for her.

What Logic said about “Pretty Young Girl”

During a 2018 performance of this song in Boston, Massachusetts, Logic threw light on this song. According to him, he composed it for his best friend in the entire world. He revealed that the person was special and very dear to his heart.