Ain't Misbehavin'
Butch Thompson Trio Lyrics

The lyrics to Butch Thompson Trio's "Ain't Misbehavin'" showcases the contentment felt from being in love with someone and not indulging in frivolous activities. The opening lines, "No one to talk with, all by myself, no one to walk with, but I'm happy on the shelf," depicts a sense of loneliness, but also conveys that the singer does not necessarily need anyone else to feel content as long as they have their love for that special person. The chorus, "Ain't misbehavin', I'm savin' my love for you," emphasizes this point and symbolizes the level of commitment to the relationship.

The third verse, "Like Jack Horner in the corner, don't go nowhere, what do I care? Your kisses are worth waitin' for, believe me," showcases patience and devotion to the beloved. The comparison to Jack Horner, a nursery rhyme character, who sat in a corner waiting for the pie, highlights the waiting that the singer is willing to endure for their lover. The line, "Your kisses are worth waitin' for, believe me," reinforces the idea that the singer is secure in the love they have and their choice to remain committed to their beloved.