I Like You Just the Way You Are: A Ploppals Song for the Heart

At Ploppals, we’ve always believed that the right words—shared at the right moment—can change someone’s day. Sometimes those words come on a little affirmation card tucked inside a box. Sometimes they arrive as a soft plush with a silly grin and a big message of love.

And sometimes… those words turn into a song.

Recently, we wrote a song with the help of AI (and a whole lot of heart) called “I Like You Just the Way You Are.” It’s upbeat, full of love, and paired with a simple ukulele rhythm that makes it perfect for house-cleaning soundtracks, car rides, or morning pick-me-ups. You can find it now on Spotify and YouTube, and we’d love for you to give it a listen.

Because at its core, this isn’t just a song.
It’s a message.
It’s a reminder.
It’s Ploppals in musical form.

Why We Wrote It

We wanted to create something people could feel - something playful, encouraging, and emotionally grounding for kids, teens, grownups... all of us.

So much of our day-to-day life is full of noise: notifications, comparison, expectations. But what if a voice simply said:

“You're enough. You're wonderful. I like you just the way you are.”

That’s it. No strings. No pressure to be shinier, louder, funnier, or more put together.

Just love.

The Lyrics Came First

Here’s a little piece of the chorus that still makes us smile every time:

I like you just the way you are,
From your giggles to your battle scars.
You’ve got magic in your smile,
And your quirks? Oh, those are wild!
You don’t have to try too hard…
I like you just the way you are.

These lyrics are everything we want Ploppals to say - whether in toy form or melody. Every verse was crafted to reflect our belief that people are inherently lovable, even in their messiest, quietest, loudest, or most unfiltered moments.

What This Has to Do With Gifting (Hint: Everything)

We’re heading into the last week of holiday shopping - and while it’s easy to get caught up in checklists and sales, we want to offer a softer suggestion:

Gift someone the feeling of being fully accepted.

Whether you send them this song, or place a Ploppals box on their doorstep, it’s a powerful thing to say:
“You don’t have to be anything but yourself around me. I love you as you are.”

That’s a gift that outlasts the wrapping.

Where to Listen and How to Share

You can now stream “I Like You Just the Way You Are” on:

• 🎧 [Soundcloud] 

• 📺 [YouTube]

We hope it brings a smile while you're driving across town, dancing in your kitchen, or wrapping gifts at midnight.

And we’re just getting started—more songs are on the way in 2026. Because the world needs more playful affirmations. More silliness with substance. More reasons to remember that being yourself is not just okay - it’s the very best thing you can be.

💛 Final Thought

If there’s someone in your life who could use a gentle reminder that they’re lovable and enough, send them the song.
And if you’re still looking for a tangible way to say “I see you, I care,” our gift-ready Ploppals are shipping this week - just in time.

Because everyone deserves to feel liked. Loved. And fully welcomed…
Just the way they are.

with love,
Heather
Founder, Ploppals