Why Didn't I Think of That
Doug Stone Lyrics
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Things a lady loves
Well he's there to hold her when she needs a shoulder
If life gets too rough
Oh now that she's left I keep kickin' myself
Whenever I start thinkin' back
He says he needs her, tells her he loves her
Why didn't I think of that
When she gets down well he's always around and
He makes her smile again
He mends her heartaches, remembers her birthday
And tries to be a friend
Now that she's gone I know ah I did her wrong
It's all so simple and fact
He says he wants her, can't live without her
Why didn't I think of that
Ooooooh I've been watchin'
Every move he makes
Ooooooh I've been thinkin'
It could&'ve been different somehow
If I'd known what I know now
He sings her love songs, and tells her his love's strong
Things she needs to know
He tries to please her, and calls for no reason
Just to say hello
He says he loves her and he'll never leave her
And I never will get her back
I did my best, thought of everything else
Why didn't I think of that
Oooooooh I been watchin'
Every move that he makes
Oooooooh I been thinkin'
Oh it could've been different somehow
If I'd known what I know now
He sends her roses, and lines he composes
Things a lady loves
He's there to hold her when she needs a shoulder
If life gets too rough
Oh now that she's left I keep kickin' myself
Whenever I start thinkin' back
He says he needs her, tells her he loves her
Why didn't I think of that
He says he loves her and he'll never leave her
Why didn't I think of that
The song "Why Didn't I Think of That" by Doug Stone describes the regret of a man who didn't treat his former lover as well as he should have. The song is basically about the singer constantly comparing himself to the man that is currently with the lady he used to be with. He talks about how the other guy knows how to please her, mend her heartbreak, send her love notes, and make her feel loved in every way possible. The singer laments about all the things he should have done but didn't, maybe because he took her for granted or didn't take the time to show her he loved her.
The lyrics showcase a level of regret and self-blame, with the singer realizing too late just how much he lost by not putting in the effort his lover needed from him. He wonders why he didn't think of doing those simple things that kept the love alive, and why he let another man come and take what he had for granted. At the end of the song, he acknowledges that he missed out on a great thing due to his own failures and mistakes.
Overall, this song has become a country classic over the years, with its relatable storyline and catchy tune. It highlights the importance of showing your loved ones how much you care and not taking them for granted before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
He sends her roses and lines he composes
He gives her thoughtful gifts and writes her sweet notes
Things a lady loves
Things that appeal to a woman's heart
Well he's there to hold her when she needs a shoulder
He supports her emotionally when she needs comfort
If life gets too rough
During challenging times
Oh now that she's left I keep kickin' myself
Regretting what I did wrong now that she's gone
Whenever I start thinkin' back
Remembering the past and what could have been different
He says he needs her, tells her he loves her
He expresses his feelings and commitment to her
Why didn't I think of that
Expressing regret for not having done the same
When she gets down well he's always around and
He is there for her when she is feeling down
He makes her smile again
He brings happiness back to her life
He mends her heartaches, remembers her birthday
He helps heal her emotional wounds and remembers important dates
And tries to be a friend
He supports and cares for her as a good friend would
Now that she's gone I know ah I did her wrong
Realizing that he made mistakes now that she's no longer with him
It's all so simple and fact
The situation is straightforward and true
He says he wants her, can't live without her
He desires her and cannot imagine life without her
Ooooooh I've been watchin'
I have been observing
Every move he makes
All of his actions and behaviors
Ooooooh I've been thinkin'
I have been reflecting
It could&'ve been different somehow
Things could have turned out differently
If I'd known what I know now
Regretting not having known important information before
He sings her love songs, and tells her his love's strong
He expresses his love through music and words
Things she needs to know
Important information for her well-being
He tries to please her, and calls for no reason
He aims to make her happy and contacts her just to say hello
Just to say hello
Without any particular reason or purpose
And I never will get her back
He has lost her forever and cannot win her back
I did my best, thought of everything else
He tried his hardest and did everything else he could think of
Why didn't I think of that
Wondering why he did not come up with the same ideas
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BOB MCDILL, PAUL HARRISON
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