First #1 Hit: The Midnight Oil (1973)<… Read Full Bio ↴Birthday: December 25th, 1948
First #1 Hit: The Midnight Oil (1973)
From 1980 to 1981, she and her two sisters hosted the last successful variety show, "Barbara Mandrell & the Mandrell Sisters", on NBC.
In 1984, she and her two children were involved in a severe automobile accident, leaving her with serious injuries. All three were taken to Baptist Hospital in Nashville.
After giving her final concert performance at the Grand Old Opry House on October 23rd, 1997, she later moved into acting on the short lived soap opera, "Sunset Beach" on NBC.
In October 2006, she was honored with the release of a new tribute album "She Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool: A Tribute To Barbara Mandrell" on BNA Records.
Treat Him Right
Barbara Mandrell Lyrics
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If you want a little loving you gotta start real slow
He's gonna love you tonight if you just treat him right
Hmm squeeze a real gentle you gotta make him feel good
Tell him that you love him like you know you should
Cause if you don't treat him right he won't love you tonight
Hey hey hey hey
If you practise my maintenance just as hard as you can
You gonna get the reputation that you can love your man
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
Hey hey hey hey
[ Guitar ]
I want to tell you a story...
He's gonna love you tonight if you just treat him right
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
The lyrics of Barbara Mandrell's song 'Treat Him Right' describe the importance of treating your partner right in order to receive love in return. The opening lines suggest that the song is going to teach 'every girl' something important. The first verse talks about starting slowly when it comes to love and being gentle with your partner. The second verse emphasizes the importance of showing your love and treating your partner right. The chorus repeats the idea that your partner will love you if you treat him right, and that you will be glad that you did so. The song seems to offer advice to women, suggesting that in order to receive love from their partner, they need to treat them with care and affection.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it highlights the idea of reciprocity in relationships. The lyrics suggest that treating your partner well is vital in order to receive love in return. The song seems to emphasize that relationships are a two-way street, and that both partners need to make an effort to treat each other with respect and kindness. Another interpretation is that the song emphasizes traditional gender roles, with women being told they need to cater to their male partner's desires in order to receive love and affection. However, regardless of interpretation, the clear message of the song is that treating your partner right is key to a successful and loving relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to tell you a story every girl oughta know
Let me share some advice that is valuable for all women.
If you want a little loving you gotta start real slow
In order to build intimacy, take things slowly.
He's gonna love you tonight if you just treat him right
If you treat him with kindness, he will reciprocate your love.
Hmm squeeze a real gentle you gotta make him feel good
Show him physical affection and make him feel desired.
Tell him that you love him like you know you should
Don't hesitate to express your love for him.
Cause if you don't treat him right he won't love you tonight
If you mistreat him or neglect him, he won't respond with love.
If you practise my maintenance just as hard as you can
If you follow my advice diligently, you'll see results.
You gonna get the reputation that you can love your man
Others will see you as someone who knows how to love her partner.
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
You'll feel the satisfaction of knowing you're building a strong relationship.
Hey hey hey hey
An enthusiastic expression of joy and encouragement.
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
You'll feel the satisfaction of knowing you're building a strong relationship.
And you'll be glad every night that you treated him right
You'll feel the satisfaction of knowing you're building a strong relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gene Kurtz, Roy Kent Head
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