The One I Love
Barry Waldrep Lyrics

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Spent forty-eight dollars last night at the county fair
I threw out my shoulder but I won her that teddy bear
She's got me saying sugar-pie, honey, darlin', and dear
I ain't seen the Braves play a game all year
I'm gonna get fired, if I don't get some sleep
My long lost buddies say I'm gettin' in to deep

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

I try so hard, I can't rise above it
Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

My Mama and Daddy tried to teach me courtesy
But it never sank in 'til that girl got a hold of me
Now I'm holding umbrellas and openin' up doors
I'm taking out the trash and I'm sweepin' my floors
Crossin' my fingers, and countin' every kiss
Prayin' that it keeps goin' on like this

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I try so hard, I can't rise above it
Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

Got to wash my truck and dress up
To pick her up to watch TV
And she sits down on the sofa
She'll move a little closer
She can't get enough of me

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I try so hard, I can't rise above it

Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Barry Waldrep's song "The One I Love" tell the story of a man who is completely smitten with a woman. He spends all his cash trying to win a teddy bear for her at the county fair and injures himself in the process. Despite his friends warning him he's getting too deep, he can't deny his feelings for her. The chorus of the song repeats the message that he likes her, loves her, and wants more of her.

As the song continues, the man describes how this woman has changed him. He now practices courtesy and chivalry, taking on traditionally gendered roles such as holding umbrellas and taking out the trash. He cherishes every moment spent with her, even mundane ones like sitting on the couch to watch TV. The bridge of the song further emphasizes how much he enjoys her company, as she "can't get enough" of him.

Overall, the song is a classic love story. Waldrep's lyrics are simple and straightforward but convey the passion and excitement felt by the singer. It's a song about being swept off one's feet and finding joy in committing oneself to someone else.

Line by Line Meaning

Spent forty-eight dollars last night at the county fair
I spent a lot of money at the fair last night

I threw out my shoulder but I won her that teddy bear
I injured my shoulder but I won her a teddy bear

She's got me saying sugar-pie, honey, darlin', and dear
I use affectionate and endearing terms for her

I ain't seen the Braves play a game all year
I haven't had time to watch a baseball game this year

I'm gonna get fired, if I don't get some sleep
I could lose my job if I don't get some rest

My long lost buddies say I'm gettin' in to deep
My old friends think I'm too involved in this relationship

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I enjoy being with her and want more

I try so hard, I can't rise above it
I can't help but continue to pursue her

Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
I'm not sure what it is about her love that has me hooked

My Mama and Daddy tried to teach me courtesy
My parents taught me to be polite

But it never sank in 'til that girl got a hold of me
I didn't fully understand it until I met her

Now I'm holding umbrellas and openin' up doors
I'm being chivalrous and polite

I'm taking out the trash and I'm sweepin' my floors
I'm doing chores around the house

Crossin' my fingers, and countin' every kiss
I'm hoping this relationship lasts and cherishing every moment

Prayin' that it keeps goin' on like this
I'm hoping this happiness continues

Got to wash my truck and dress up
I need to look my best for her

To pick her up to watch TV
Even watching TV together is special to me

And she sits down on the sofa
I love just being near her

She'll move a little closer
She's affectionate and shows she cares

She can't get enough of me
She loves being with me just as much as I love being with her

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Jeb Anderson, Jeb Stuart Anderson, Steve Dukes, Markus Hall

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