Do What You Do
Charged G.B.H Lyrics


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Take a look at yourself from the other side, and see if it's really you.
The reason for life is living, so do what you gotta do.
Catch the fire of inspiration, seek and you shall find.
Go on down your own path, don't follow things so blind.

Do what you do (but know why you're doing it).
Do what you do for fun.
Do what you do (but know why you're doing it).
You're the only one.

Trash and truth are easily mixed, split them with your axe.
Burning ambitions fizzle out, don't listen to the facts.
They've got power in supply, overload and fuse it.
Don't sit at home vegetating ..
you've got a brain so use it.

Apathy is on the increase, problems are easily shared.
Freedom's on the horizon, but I didn't know you cared.




Plant the seed of hope and promise, feed it, it will grow.
Question all the answers, rock the Status Quo.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Charged G.B.H's song Do What You Do are about self-discovery, individuality, and self-motivation. The opening line "Take a look at yourself from the other side, and see if it's really you" implies the need to self-reflect and look beyond the superficialities to discover one's true self, and be able to understand one's purpose or role in life. The next line, "The reason for life is living, so do what you gotta do" reinforces the idea that finding and fulfilling one's destiny or passion is what gives meaning to life.


The verses following the chorus highlight the challenges one might face while pursuing their goals. "Trash and truth are easily mixed, split them with your axe" advises to sift through all the noise and misinformation to stay true to oneself. "Burning ambitions fizzle out, don't listen to the facts" alludes to the fact that our aspirations might appear unrealistic or met with opposition but shouldn't stop us from pursuing them.


The lyrics then warn against complacency and conformism. "They've got power in supply, overload and fuse it" is a call to resist the temptation of conformism, to refrain from vegetating, and to use our intelligence to make informed decisions.


The final line of the chorus "You're the only one" is probably the highlight of the song, as it emphasizes the importance of being unique, taking pride in one's individuality as the only one who can fully carve a path for themselves. The overall message of the song is to live purposefully, question norms, stay true to oneself, and be the master of one's destiny.


Line by Line Meaning

Take a look at yourself from the other side, and see if it's really you.
Reflect on your actions and behavior from an outside perspective to understand if they are truly aligned with who you are.


The reason for life is living, so do what you gotta do.
Life is meant to be lived, so follow your passions and pursue what makes you happy.


Catch the fire of inspiration, seek and you shall find.
Look for inspiration and motivation in your surroundings and actively seek it out to ignite a spark within yourself.


Go on down your own path, don't follow things so blind.
Forge your own path in life and avoid blindly following others without considering your own interests and desires.


Do what you do (but know why you're doing it).
Continue to do what you enjoy, but be sure to understand the reasons and motivations behind your actions.


Do what you do for fun.
Pursue your passions and interests for the enjoyment and pleasure they bring you.


Do what you do (but know why you're doing it).
Emphasizes the importance of understanding why you are engaging in certain activities.


You're the only one.
You are the only one who truly knows your own motivations and desires, so trust yourself and your instincts.


Trash and truth are easily mixed, split them with your axe.
Differentiating between falsehoods and truths can be challenging, but it is important to separate them to make informed decisions.


Burning ambitions fizzle out, don't listen to the facts.
Overanalyzing and focusing too much on small details can detract from one's ambitions and prevent them from taking action.


They've got power in supply, overload and fuse it.
Those in positions of power often have access to resources and tools that may be overwhelming if used recklessly.


Don't sit at home vegetating ..
Avoid becoming lazy or complacent in life by engaging in activities that stimulate the mind and body.


you've got a brain so use it.
Encourages individuals to utilize their intellectual potential to make informed decisions and take action.


Apathy is on the increase, problems are easily shared.
The prevalence of indifference and lack of concern is growing, but is countered by the fact that problems can now be shared and tackled by a collective effort.


Freedom's on the horizon, but I didn't know you cared.
The possibility of freedom and the ability to live life authentically exists, but it may be unknown that others also desire this change.


Plant the seed of hope and promise, feed it, it will grow.
Nurture positive and promising outlooks by actively fostering and supporting them, and watch them flourish over time.


Question all the answers, rock the Status Quo.
Challenges individuals to question commonly held beliefs and values, to potentially bring change and disrupt established systems and norms.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ANDREW PAUL WILLIAMS, COLIN DEREK ABRAHALL, COLIN ROBERT BLYTH, ROSS ANDREW LOMAS

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Ana Banana

My god GBH is getting me through work today

patricia smith

Love it

Edmo Candotti

Maneiro 😎

mar ie

cant wait to see them on monday!!!^^

Bertrand DeNantes

great song ! Do what you do (but know why you're doing it).

MrRaretunes

F'n YES!!!Was looking for this for a long time!!Thx for the punk teen angst memories!!Mosh pit had nothing on slam dancing!!

Paddy Eejit

Great track. Whoever designed the cover wasn't a fan of the band...

Matt Sandilands

Haha ! I used to drink with this lot in The Crown on Hill street, Birmingham.

Bruno Alberto Varela Moreno

Has anyone noticed that the guy in the cover is Tezz from Discharge?

Kimba Marchmont

G.B.H WUZ THE BEST BRITTISH PUNK BAND THAT MADE AN INFLUENCE ON AMERICAN -CROSS-OVER-THRASH STUFF WHEN THIS RECORD CAME OUT.I ALSO LIKE DISCHARGE AND BROKEN BONE AND ENGLISH DOGS BUT I'M NOT A PUNKER I'M ASKATE THRASHER BUT PUNK WUZ A WAY OUT TO BE ME THOSE DAYS

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