Tina Turner's song "What You Get Is What You See," from her 1986 album Break Every Rule , delivers a message about authenticity and straightforwardness in love and relationships. The phrase means that there is no hidden agenda or extra "icing on the cake"—what you see in a person is exactly what you get. Turner emphasizes that if someone wants to love her, they have to accept her as she is, without expecting her to change or be something else. The lyrics highlight different types of men and the importance of honesty and genuine intentions, summed up in the chorus: "What you get is what you see, ain't nothing more to it... If what you get is what you see, then I don't want your kind of love." The song contrasts superficial attraction with deeper qualities, urging transparency ("So let me see your cards on the table before I buy") and rejecting love that's not genuine. Tina Turner also mentioned in interviews that this song is her favorite from the album, and it has a lively, country-tinged rock vibe which was a bit different from some of her previous hits. The music video features a country western style look with Turner in denim and cowboy boots. Overall, the song is about being true to oneself and expecting the same honesty in return from a partner, with no pretenses or hidden layers.
