All You Wanna Do (feat. Aimie Atkinson)

The song 'All You Wanna Do' from the musical 'Six' is performed by the character Katherine Howard, one of the six wives of Henry VIII. The musical reimagines the lives of these women, giving them a modern voice through pop music. This particular song is a poignant commentary on the objectification and mistreatment of women, using Katherine Howard's historical narrative as a backdrop.

The lyrics recount Katherine's experiences with various men, starting from her youth. The recurring phrase 'All you wanna do' encapsulates the idea that the men in her life are primarily interested in her for physical pleasure, disregarding her emotions and personhood. The song takes us through a series of relationships, each one highlighting a man's desire to 'touch me, love me, can't get enough, see.' Despite the different personalities of these men, the outcome is always the same: they see Katherine as an object for their gratification. The song cleverly uses musical terms and metaphors, such as 'strumming the lute' and 'blowing the flute,' to allude to these exploitative encounters.

As the song progresses, Katherine's hope that each new man will be different fades, revealing a pattern of abuse and betrayal. The narrative culminates with her marriage to Henry VIII, which she initially believes will be a turning point. However, even in the royal court, she faces the same issues, ultimately realizing that the 'connection' she thought existed was just another form of manipulation. The song ends on a somber note, with Katherine acknowledging the harsh reality that for these men, 'the only thing you wanna do' is use her, leaving her autonomy and desires unfulfilled.