Don't Get Yourself In Trouble
Bachman-Turner Overdrive Lyrics


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Everybody's been standing around like they're ready
Everybody's been going around carrying signs

Come on and get a few things back together
And don't get lost in the stormy weather
Or when you're flying like birds of a feather

Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble
(Here comes trouble now)

Everybody's been standing around like they're ready
Everybody's been going around carrying signs

Just keep on dancing to the music
It's the only way you're gonna use it
And when you shake your money maker

Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble

Everybody's been standing around like they're ready
Everybody's been going around carrying signs

Come on and get a few things back together
Don't get lost in the stormy weather
And when you're flying around like birds of a feather

Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble




Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't get yourself in trouble

Overall Meaning

Bachman-Turner Overdrive's song "Don't Get Yourself in Trouble" urges people to be cautious in their actions and decisions. The lyrics suggest that everyone is ready and eager to take action, as evidenced by the many people holding signs and standing around. The singer encourages listeners to gather themselves together and not to get lost in the chaos of the stormy weather. This metaphorical storm represents the uncertainty and danger that can arise when people act impulsively without thinking about the consequences.


The singer also advises listeners to dance and enjoy the music as a way to release their tensions and enjoy life. However, even in the moment of carefree excitement, listeners should not forget to be cautious and avoid getting themselves in trouble. Ultimately, the song suggests that while it is important to take action and stand up for what you believe in, it is equally important to be responsible and measured in your actions.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody's been standing around like they're ready
People are appearing poised or prepared


Everybody's been going around carrying signs
Individuals are parading with signs


Come on and get a few things back together
Take a step back and fix a few issues


And don't get lost in the stormy weather
Be mindful not to lose one's way in turbulent times


Or when you're flying like birds of a feather
When you're having the time of your life with others


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


(Here comes trouble now)
Problems are certainly on their way


Just keep on dancing to the music
Continue dancing to the rhythm


It's the only way you're gonna use it
It's the best way to utilize the moment


And when you shake your money maker
When you're displaying your moves to attract attention


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Everybody's been standing around like they're ready
People are appearing poised or prepared


Everybody's been going around carrying signs
Individuals are parading with signs


Come on and get a few things back together
Take a step back and fix a few issues


Don't get lost in the stormy weather
Be mindful not to lose one's way in turbulent times


And when you're flying around like birds of a feather
When you're having the time of your life with others


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish


Don't get yourself in trouble
Don't do anything risky or foolish




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BACHMAN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

putnpaint

Still A Great Song !
As with others below.....BTO was my first LIVE show in `74.
Wet Willie opened for them.
Still seein` as many Live shows as I can.
My wife and kids do a lot of Live shows too.
It`s the family thing for us to do.
We don`t go on vacations to the beach............
We go to shows !
My last was Blackberry Smoke
My next is Blue Oyster Cult
Mixin` the new with the old
Keep On Keepin` On, R.K.



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Mark Victor

One of the greatest Rock and roll bands ever great guitar awesome.

John L

BTO one of the best of the soundtrack of my life, thanks for the great memories that were created with your music as the soundtrack. Great times and still enjoy the music to this day 49 years later.

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Duke Jupiter

I'd like 2 thank you, I'd like 2 thank U 4 the feeling. Every time I hear this raw stomper I get goosebumps cause Turners top notch vocals nailed it with .......OVERDRIVE 🔨💪📢📢

baldheaddriver5

GREAT BAND FROM MY HIGH SCHOOL YEARS, HAD ALL THE ALBUMS.. JUST KICK-ASS ROCK!!!

matt philpott

I miss the 70's! Killer rock-n-roll bands like BTO!

Via Putri

My Dad says this should be my theme song ...I'm happy to go along with that. Hard to beat 1970s rock.

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Yup!

Mike Garneau

Bought this album in 1974. Still play it on a turnta
turntable. ROCK ON.

SG’s - Guitar, Music, & Hiking Vlog

Love this tune. Sounded best LOUD.

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