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Work to Do
The Main Ingredient Lyrics


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I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do, work, work
Oh, come on work me baby, come on home, oh
Come on work me baby, oh

I'm taking care of business, baby can't you see
I've gotta make it for you and gotta make it for me
Sometimes it seems boy I'm neglecting you
Well I'd love to spend more time
I got so many things to do

Oh, I, I got work to do
I got work baby
I got a job baby
I got work to do
Said I got work to do

Oh, I'm out here trying to make it
Baby can't you see
It takes a lot of money to make it
Let's talk truthfully
So keep your love light burnin'
Oh, you've gotta have a little faith
You might as well get used to me
Coming home a little late

Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do,
Work, work, baby, work, work

Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do,
Work, work, baby, work, work

I got a v-a-n-e-double s-a
She's out to give a scene
We used to eat together
Now it's candlelight tv
But woman, work it out, 'till the job's done
Cause it's not the one to flip on his dip, double or one
So I come to your buns like a frankfurter
Accepted in more circles than a shot putter
I suppose you, I surely support you
'Till the course another fader
You're off to work I can dig it -- later

Oh, I, I got work to do
I got work baby
I got a job sugar
I got work to do

Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do,
Work, work, baby, work, work

Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do,
Work, work, baby, work, work

Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I got so much work to do,
Work, work, baby, work, work

Overall Meaning

The Main Ingredient’s “Work to Do” is a song about a man who is committed to his work and takes care of his business, which leaves him with little time to dedicate to his lover. He acknowledges that at times, he may be neglecting his significant other, but he is working hard to provide for both of them. The song emphasizes the struggle of balancing personal and professional lives, the importance of perseverance and dedication, and how love can motivate us to keep going.


The song opens with the singer expressing his eagerness to get back to his significant other and how he has a lot of work to do. He goes on to explain that he is working hard to make a living not only for himself but also for his lover. He admits that he may not have enough time to spend with his significant other, but he hopes that she understands and supports his endeavors.


The second verse confirms this motivation to make ends meet and how it takes a lot of money to make it in today’s world. He urges his lover to keep the love light burning and to have faith in him no matter how late he comes home. The third verse features a guest verse from rapper Sir Joe Quarterman who raps about his own struggles to balance work and love.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't wait to get home to you
I'm excited to see you again


I got so much work to do, work, work
I have a lot of responsibilities and tasks that need to be completed


Oh, come on work me baby, come on home, oh
I'm asking for your help and support to get through my busy life


Come on work me baby, oh
I need you to help me accomplish my goals


I'm taking care of business, baby can't you see
I am working hard to provide for us both


I've gotta make it for you and gotta make it for me
I have to work to provide a good life for us


Sometimes it seems boy I'm neglecting you
I'm sorry if I'm not spending enough time with you


Well I'd love to spend more time
I want to be with you more


I got so many things to do
I have many responsibilities and tasks that need to be completed


Oh, I, I got work to do
I am busy and have many responsibilities


I got work baby
I have a lot of tasks to complete


I got a job baby
I have a career to focus on


Said I got work to do
I'm busy with responsibilities


Oh, I'm out here trying to make it
I'm striving to be successful in my career


Baby can't you see
I want you to understand what I'm trying to accomplish


It takes a lot of money to make it
I need to work hard to achieve financial success


Let's talk truthfully
Let's be honest with each other


So keep your love light burnin'
Please continue to love and support me


Oh, you've gotta have a little faith
You need to believe in me


You might as well get used to me
I'm dedicated to my work and career


Coming home a little late
I may not always have the freedom to spend time with you when I want to


I got a v-a-n-e-double s-a
I have a vanessa, who I'm responsible for


She's out to give a scene
Vanessa wants to make a name for herself


We used to eat together
We used to have meals together


Now it's candlelight tv
We no longer have time for meals together


But woman, work it out, 'till the job's done
Please keep working hard until your responsibilities are completed


Cause it's not the one to flip on his dip, double or one
I'm dedicated to my career and won't abandon it


So I come to your buns like a frankfurter
I'm trying to shower you with affection and love


Accepted in more circles than a shot putter
I have support and connections in many areas


I suppose you, I surely support you
I believe in you and your potential


'Till the course another fader
Until circumstances change


You're off to work I can dig it -- later
You have to go to work, I'll see you when you get back


Oh, I got work to do, work, work baby, work, work
I have responsibilities and tasks that need to be completed


Oh, I can't wait to get home to you
I'm looking forward to seeing you


I got so much work to do, work, work baby, work, work
I have many responsibilities that take up my time




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'kelly Isley, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley

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Comments from YouTube:

Kwame Aboagye

Brother Cuba Gooding, you had a divine voice, you brought us tears, joy and divinities with the Main Ingredient.Your memories will never be forgotten, Brother Cuba Gooding, thanks for the memories.

Jerry Jazzbo

"I've got work to do...work to do...workworkwork..."

Some lines never get old.

Lila & My Dog Scruffy

Still digging this song in 2019!!!!! Now this is what I call music!!

Diane Bliss

This song is done well by everyone who has covered it, but Vanessa Williams' version is my fave.

Ivan Almora

Buen soul de Main Ingredient,uno de mis favoritos en mi juventud "recordar es vivir"...

Mick Parsons

Love this record! For me there is little to tell between this and the AWB version both killers!

dancingnature

Got to listen to the original by the ISLEY Bros

Mick Parsons

@dancingnature know that well also again another good tune

Dup Pyramid

Yeahhhh I got to sample this track... love the beat and the message 💪🏿🙏🏿

TheRAREGROOVEMAN

THE ISLEY BROTHERS WORK TO DO CHECK THAT OUT AS WELL

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