Using the advanced Google AI device I tossed this at it:
"Is it true that it is best to never make a pretty girl your wife and to follow a different point of view that suggests you get an ugly girl to marry you?"
For the younger folks in the crowd the reference is to this:
"It sounds like you’re quoting the lyrics to the 1963 hit song "If You Wanna Be Happy" by Jimmy Soul!
To answer your question: No, it isn't "true" in any objective sense. While the song is a catchy, upbeat calypso-style tune, its advice is generally considered a humorous—and very dated—piece of social satire rather than a blueprint for a successful marriage.
Here’s a breakdown of the "logic" in the song versus how people actually view relationships today:
The Song’s Argument
The lyrics (originally based on a 1934 song called "Ugly Woman" by Roaring Lion) suggest that:
Pretty women are high-maintenance: They might be more likely to leave you or cause "downfall" because they know they have other options.
Ugly women are "grateful": The song claims an "ugly" woman will treat you better, cook for you on time, and give you "peace of mind" because she isn't being chased by other men.
The Reality Check
Modern relationship psychology and common sense suggest a much different picture:
Character over looks: Happiness in marriage usually comes from shared values, trust, communication, and mutual respect—none of which are determined by how "pretty" or "ugly" a person is.
Insecurity vs. Appearance: A person's loyalty or kindness isn't tied to their physical appearance. You can find "pretty" people who are incredibly humble and "ugly" people who are difficult to be around (and vice versa).
The "Cook on Time" Fallacy: The idea that a partner’s value is based on their ability to perform domestic chores like cooking is a 1950s/60s stereotype that doesn't reflect modern partnership.
Why the song exists
In the 1960s, this song was meant to be tongue-in-cheek humor. It was playing on the "common man's" insecurities. It’s a "grass is greener" joke—suggesting that the guy with the beautiful wife is constantly stressed, while the guy with the "ugly" wife is relaxed and well-fed.
The Verdict: If you follow the song's advice literally, you're choosing a partner based on a superficial "strategy" rather than a real connection, which is usually a recipe for the exact opposite of happiness.
Are you asking because you’re having a debate about old song lyrics, or are you actually looking for some genuine advice on what makes a relationship last?"