WORKING MAN
Charming Lyrics
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He just might pencil you in.
Though he might
Have an early meeting
Skirt high and a walk thats right
Don't keep him waiting
'cause his schedule's tight
Can you hang on his arm
And look just so?
Can you accessorize for
People in the know?
'Cause hes a working man.
He's a working man
And he's got a plan
Just for you.
He doesn't like to have girlfriends
You know they just slow him down
If there's any talk of meeting the parents
Well, he doesn't stick around
He's got no time
But he's got plenty of cash
He likes the feeling when he
Spends it fast
Booked a nine o'clock flight
To the swiss chalet
Bring your sales reports
And your best lingerie.
'Cause hes a working man.
He's a working man
And he's got a plan
Just for you.
Don't think he likes you
Because he calls
He likes to make engagements
But he likes to keep them stalled.
Waiting around for business operations,
Straight negotiations
Better deals to get them sealed
Ooh, I'd watch out for yourself
Did he like your figures?
Did his profit margins rise?
On the flight back from Zurich
He put his headphones on
And closed his eyes.
He's booked on Fridays but Tuesdays are free
He's got a working dinner with his secretary
Things are picking up fast, keep the calling low
Will you be around when things get slow?
'Cause hes a working man.
He's a working man
And he's got a plan
Just for you
The song "Working Man" by Charming is a satirical take on the stereotypical working man who is too busy with his career to commit to a serious relationship with a woman. The lyrics suggest that he is more interested in maintaining his schedule than in connecting with his potential partner, as he might pencil in a meeting and prioritize it over a date. The woman is expected to look good, be well-versed in the latest trends and accessories, and be ready to travel on short notice for a working trip.
The man is portrayed as being successful but shallow, with more money than time to spend it. He avoids getting too close to his lovers since they slow him down, and he seems to enjoy jerking them around, making engagements but keeping them stalled. The song also hints at his penchant for conducting business operations on the sly, through straight negotiations and getting the best deals sealed without ruffling any feathers.
The lyrics bring out the personality of an overtly ambitious and self-centered man who is more interested in his career than in building a genuine connection with a woman. Charming's song is a critique of such individuals who place monetary gains over personal connections and are ultimately left with nothing to show for when they look back on their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Let him check his schedule
Wait for him to find the time to schedule you in.
He just might pencil you in.
He might find some free time in his busy schedule to see you.
Though he might
But he might
Have an early meeting
Have to attend a meeting early in the morning.
If the conversation wears thin.
If there's nothing more to talk about or the conversation becomes dull.
Skirt high and a walk that's right
Dress attractively, walk gracefully, and impress him with your appearance.
Don't keep him waiting
Be on time, don't cause him to waste time waiting for you.
'cause his schedule's tight
Because he has a busy schedule.
Can you hang on his arm
Can you be his arm candy, someone who accompanies him and adds to his appearance?
And look just so?
Look beautiful and well-dressed, complementing his appearance and status?
Can you accessorize for
Can you dress and accessorize appropriately or according to his taste and status?
People in the know?
People who know fashion, style, and social norms in his circles?
'Cause he's a working man.
Because he's a busy businessman, focused on his work and success.
He's a working man
He's a busy professional who works hard for his money.
And he's got a plan
He has a clear idea of what he wants and how to achieve it.
Just for you.
But he's also interested in impressing you, if you fit his criteria.
He doesn't like to have girlfriends
He prefers not to have emotional connections or serious commitments with women he dates.
You know they just slow him down
He thinks that having a girlfriend would distract him from his work or slow his ambition.
If there's any talk of meeting the parents
If you mention the idea of meeting his parents or family, he might back off and get distant.
Well, he doesn't stick around
He won't stay long if he thinks the relationship is getting too serious or 'clingy.'
He's got no time
He's always busy with work and other obligations.
But he's got plenty of cash
He earns a lot of money and spends it lavishly.
He likes the feeling when he spends it fast
He enjoys the rush and excitement of spending a lot of money quickly.
Booked a nine o'clock flight
He already arranged a flight for himself and his companion (you) at an early time.
To the Swiss chalet
He's taking you to a luxurious and remote vacation spot in Switzerland.
Bring your sales reports
He expects you to bring valuable reports or documents related to his work or investments.
And your best lingerie.
He also wants you to bring sexy underwear for his pleasure.
Don't think he likes you
Don't assume that he has genuine feelings for you, it might be just a transactional or superficial connection.
Because he calls
Just because he contacts you or makes plans, it doesn't mean that he's committed or emotionally connected to you.
He likes to make engagements
He enjoys making and arranging plans, but that doesn't mean he'll follow through or invest emotionally in them.
But he likes to keep them stalled
He might postpone or cancel plans, keep you waiting or guessing, or act nonchalant to maintain control or to avoid commitment.
Waiting around for business operations
He might seem disinterested, cold, or busy with his work, but he's always thinking of business opportunities and strategies.
Straight negotiations
He's very focused and straightforward in his business dealings, and he likes to handle them himself.
Better deals to get them sealed
He's always looking for better deals or ways to close deals more efficiently and profitably.
Ooh, I'd watch out for yourself
Be careful not to get too attached or dependent on him, and be aware of his true intentions and personality.
Did he like your figures?
Did he find your financial reports or analysis valuable or profitable?
Did his profit margins rise?
Did his investments, deals, or businesses become more profitable, thanks to your contributions or advice?
On the flight back from Zurich
During his return trip from a business or leisure travel to Switzerland.
He put his headphones on
He didn't want to engage in further conversation or social interaction.
And closed his eyes.
He wanted to rest, relax, or block out external stimuli.
He's booked on Fridays but Tuesdays are free
He's very busy on Fridays, but he has more availability on Tuesdays.
He's got a working dinner with his secretary
He's combining work and socializing by having a dinner meeting with his assistant.
Things are picking up fast, keep the calling low
His work or businesses are growing or improving rapidly, so he can't spend too much time on personal phone calls.
Will you be around when things get slow?
He's not sure if he'll need or want your companionship in the future when his schedule or situation changes.
'Cause he's a working man.
Because he values his work and accomplishments more than casual relationships or socializing.
He's a working man
He defines himself by his hard work, dedication, and achievements in his career or businesses.
And he's got a plan
He's guided by his goals, strategies, and ambitions to become more successful or wealthy.
Just for you.
But he's hoping to impress and attract you, if you meet his standards and expectations.
Contributed by Connor H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.