There ain't no hidden treasure, in this pot of gold you see.
Ain't no way you're going to make, no silk purse outta me.

Well I'm never ever gonna change your ways, I'll take you as you are.
You got something that I want, and that's a way to start.

What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.

I told you that I loved you, right from the very start.

Now don't you make me start again, baby and open up my heart.

Well I know that I'm no angel, can say my first time out.
But you can count on what I've got, 'cause what I've got's enough.

What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.

When it's cold I want it hot, I've always wanted what it not.
But when it comes to loving you, I'm yours no matter what you do.

Oh, you're my baby, I'm your man, this is not an angel's plan.

Can't you see it, it's a fact, loving you is where it's at.

(What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.)

What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.

Overall Meaning

The first verse of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics: Stoney and Meatloaf are telling their lover that they are not going to change, and that there is no hidden treasure. They are essentially saying that this is who they are, and that they are not going to try to be something different for their lover's sake. They also say that they know they are not perfect, but that they have something valuable to offer.

The chorus reinforces this sentiment, with Stoney and Meatloaf repeating that their lover should take them as they are, because what they see is what they get. They also suggest that there are more surprises in store, implying that even though they may not change, they will continue to surprise their lover in other ways.

The second verse continues in the same vein, with Stoney and Meatloaf reminding their lover that they have always loved them, and that they are committed to the relationship. They also acknowledge their flaws, but reassure their lover that they have something valuable to offer.

Overall, the song is a declaration of love and commitment, but with a twist. Instead of promising to be someone different or better, Stoney and Meatloaf are saying that their lover should accept them as they are, flaws and all.

Line by Line Meaning

There ain't no hidden treasure, in this pot of gold you see.
There are no secrets or surprises in me, what you see is all there is.

Ain't no way you're going to make, no silk purse outta me.
You won't be able to turn me into something I'm not, I am who I am.

Well I'm never ever gonna change your ways, I'll take you as you are.
I accept you for who you are and won't try to change you.

You got something that I want, and that's a way to start.
You have qualities that attract me and make me want to pursue a relationship with you.

What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
There are no hidden qualities to discover and I have more to show you.

I told you that I loved you, right from the very start.
I expressed my love for you from the beginning of our relationship.

Now don't you make me start again, baby and open up my heart.
Don't make me repeat how I feel, I am vulnerable with you and don't want to get hurt.

Well I know that I'm no angel, can say my first time out.
I have made mistakes in the past and am not perfect.

But you can count on what I've got, 'cause what I've got's enough.
Even though I have flaws, I am confident that my qualities are enough for a loving relationship.

When it's cold I want it hot, I've always wanted what it not.
I have a tendency to desire what I can't have.

But when it comes to loving you, I'm yours no matter what you do.
Despite my tendencies, I am committed to loving you unconditionally.

Oh, you're my baby, I'm your man, this is not an angel's plan.
We are not perfect individuals, but we are meant to be together.

Can't you see it, it's a fact, loving you is where it's at.
Being in love with you is the most important thing to me.

(What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
The previous lines still hold true.

What you see is what you get, and you ain't seen nothing yet.
There are no hidden qualities to discover and I have more to show you.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CRIS MOORE, ERIC LAFON HEATHERLY, RICHARD EDWARD CARPENTER

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