After Chappell Roan's initial appearance on the popular sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, fans anxiously awaited for her to release the new song that she debuted on the show. First heard on November 2, 2024, "The Giver" is the singer's first foray into the country genre, and is now available to stream. It's something different, but still has the same Chappell Roan flair that her fans have come to know and love.
Chappell Roan has done a great job at bringing LGBTQ+ artistry to the forefront of pop music, not shying away from undeniable camp and lyrics that directly reference her sexuality. In her SNL performance of "The Giver," she got on her knees and close to the camera to proclaim that she knows how to treat women right—surprisingly, in the newly released studio track, that line is missing.
Chappell Roan Cut Her Famous "The Giver" Lyrics About Country Boys
The Iconic Line That Is Missing From The Studio Version
Chappell Roan's discography is full of songs about how men haven't met her expectations for a partner. Songs like "Femininomenon" and "Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl" are two of her most popular that fit this theme, and "The Giver" just ed the group. Making a country track was something new for the artist, and Chappell Roan decided to specifically call out country boys, saying she "ain't no country boy quitter." She also pokes fun at country music stereotypes, painting a clear picture for listeners while referencing antlers hung up on the wall and a loud pickup truck.
However, the most iconic and pointed lyrics from the SNL performance were cut from the recorded version. Right around the bridge, Chappell Roan sang the line "All you country boys saying you know how to treat a woman right. Well, only a woman knows how to treat a woman right."
Why Chappell Roan Decided To Leave These Lyrics Out
Roan provided an answer via social media
After releasing the studio track for "The Giver" on March 13, 2025, Chappell Roan responded to the confusion from fans as to why the line was cut. According to an Instagram post, the singer said that nothing fit in the space between the bridge and the final chorus, so she intentionally left it empty. She said that this also gives her the opportunity to surprise her fans when she performs the song live.
Why Chappell Roan Is Releasing A Country Song (& What It Means For Her Next Album)
Chappell Roan’s first album confirmed that a new pop star had arrived, but the release of a country song left fans questioning a genre shift.
From the iconic "HOT TO GO!" dance to yelling at the VIP section for not being fun, Chappell Roan has already created so many memorable moments in her live performances. This line cut from "The Giver" could be a blessing in disguise. We can be sure that the line will return on stage, and she might even switch it up just to keep us on our toes. With her career taking off recently, Chappell Roan has plenty of time and space to create many more incredible moments that will become special to her fans.
