With varying line-ups, Candlewick Green continued performing until the early 2000s, before finally retiring from the international stage.
who do you think you are
Candlewick Green Lyrics
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I'm just a guy who only wants to try
To do what's right and never make you cry
But you're no good to me, and
Who do you think you are?
You try to push me a bit too far
And every day sees another scar
If you want me there, you gotta care
Who do you think you are, taking advantage of me this way?
Who do you think you are, hurting me more with everything you say?
It's not fair, you don't care
Who do you really think that you are?
Where are we?
We're at the crossroads and I just can't see
Which road to take to keep you here with me
The lights are down and baby,
Who do you think you are?
You try to push me a bit too far
And every day sees another scar
Tell me, who do you think you are?
If you want me there, you gotta care
Who do you think you are, taking advantage of me that way?
Who do you think you are, hurting me with everything you say?
It's not fair, you don't care
Who do you really think that you are?
Who am I?
I'm just a guy who only wants to try
To do what's right and never make you cry
But you're no good to me, and
Who do you think you are?
You try to push me a bit too far
And every day sees another scar
Tell me, who do you think you are?
Yeah, baby, who do you think you are?
You try to push me a bit too far
And every day sees another scar
Tell me, who do you think you are?
The lyrics to Candlewick Green's song "Who Do You Think You Are" delve into a complicated relationship where the singer is trying to navigate the emotions and actions of their partner. The singer tries to do what's right and make their partner happy, but they feel taken advantage of and hurt by their partner's words and actions. The chorus asks the question "Who do you think you are?" multiple times, suggesting that the singer is confused and hurt as they try to understand why their partner is treating them poorly.
The lines "But you're no good to me" and "If you want me there, you gotta care" reveal the singer's frustration with their partner's lack of care and respect for their feelings. The repeated use of the line "You try to push me a bit too far" and the mention of "every day seeing another scar" suggest a pattern of emotional abuse or manipulation within the relationship. The chorus's call to action to care about the singer and treat them with respect is ultimately met with confusion and frustration.
Overall, the lyrics explore the difficult emotions and struggles involved in a toxic relationship. The repeated chorus of "Who do you think you are?" highlights the singer's confusion and eventual realization that they deserve better treatment from their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Who am I?
The singer is questioning his own identity.
I'm just a guy who only wants to try
The singer is a regular person who strives to do his best.
To do what's right and never make you cry
The singer wants to make ethical decisions and avoid causing sadness to the person he's addressing.
But you're no good to me, and
The singer implies that there's something wrong with the addressee.
Who do you think you are?
The singer is questioning the addressee's behavior and attitude.
You try to push me a bit too far
The singer feels that the addressee is asking for too much.
And every day sees another scar
The singer feels emotionally hurt by the addressee's actions.
Tell me, who do you think you are?
The singer demands the addressee to explain their motives and intentions.
If you want me there, you gotta care
The singer establishes a condition for maintaining a relationship with the addressee.
Who do you think you are, taking advantage of me this way?
The singer accuses the addressee of exploiting him.
Who do you think you are, hurting me more with everything you say?
The singer feels emotionally battered by the words the addressee uses.
It's not fair, you don't care
The singer thinks the addressee's conduct is unethical and doesn't involve any compassion.
Who do you really think that you are?
The singer challenges the addressee's perception of themselves and tries to make them reflect on their own behavior.
Where are we?
The singer doesn't know the current situation, and he's confused about the direction they should take.
We're at the crossroads and I just can't see
The singer is facing a dilemma and can't find a resolution.
Which road to take to keep you here with me
The singer expresses a desire to stay together with the addressee.
The lights are down and baby,
The situation is not pleasant, perhaps even gloomy.
Yeah, baby, who do you think you are?
The singer insists that the addressee must self-evaluate and improve their attitude.
Contributed by Carter K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@charliewest1221
Always believed this version (by far the best) deserved to be much higher on the charts. It's deceptively simple yet hauntingly beautiful.
@theterrywebb
thanks Charlie.
@claremartin6774
There used to be a clip of you at Bridlington which was hilarious, what happened to that? Did you also do a season at Blackpool tower in the 1980’s/ 1990’s?😊
@holgersiemens920
I loved thank you 🎉
@tezzaonkeyz2570
Saw these guys on South pier Blackpool July 1974 on their summer season show following the success of their opportunity knocks appearances.
Where's all the live cabaret gone, its like live music is nothing but a dream.... So sad
@barrybwfc
Great tune, i remember it well when it was in the UK charts in 1974 and i was 12 years old, there is something rather special about 70's music. 🙂
@jacquelinefitzwilliam-carr9673
I was 10yrs old wen I 1st heard this. Loved it ever since & Candlewick Green. Wasn't that the name of 'Watch With Mother' kiddies programme frm the l8 60's? ❤
@barrybwfc
@@jacquelinefitzwilliam-carr9673 Hi Jacqueline no, you are geting mixed up with Camberwick Green, it's an easy mistake to make though. ;-]
@jacquelinefitzwilliam-carr9673
Yea, I checked it was Camberwick Green. Me thinx it mighten av been a take on Camberwick Green. As they couldn't have used that name. 😊
@reecemeakin5509
HI EVERYONE im the grandson of Alan Leyland the drummer :D