Ain´t Messin ´Round
Clark Jr. Gary Lyrics


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I don't believe in competition
Ain't nobody else like me around
I don't need your imposition
It ain't that hard to figure it out

Give it up now
Play cool
Give it up now
Play cool

All the rules
That you use and abusin'
No one knew
She could take this confusion

Give it up now
Don't let me down

Don't think too much of my disposition
You already know what's going down
Don't wanna be your exhibition, no
I don't want nobody hanging around

Give it up now
Play cool
Give it up now
Play cool

All the rules
That you use and abusin'
No one knew
She could take this confusion

Give it up now
Don't let me down

Give it up now
Play cool
Give it up now
Play cool

All the rules
That you use and abusin'
No one knew
She could take this confusion

Give it up now
Don't let me down

Play it cool
Play it cool
Play it cool
Play it cool

Give it up
Give it up




Give it up now
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

In "Ain't Messin 'Round" by Gary Clark Jr., the lyrics express a sense of individuality and self-confidence. The singer asserts that he doesn't believe in competition because he believes there is no one else like him. He rejects any attempts to impose limitations or expectations on him, emphasizing that it's not difficult to understand who he is.


The chorus encourages the listener to give up their preconceived ideas about the singer and just accept him for who he is. The repetition of "give it up now, play cool" suggests that he wants others to let go of any judgments or reservations they may have and simply enjoy the music and the experience.


The verses acknowledge the existence of certain rules and expectations that society imposes, but the singer implies that he is not bound by them. He mentions a woman who is able to navigate through this confusion, possibly symbolizing his own ability to navigate through societal pressures and stay true to himself.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't believe in competition
I don't subscribe to the idea of constantly comparing and competing with others.


Ain't nobody else like me around
There isn't anyone else who possesses the unique qualities and attributes that I have.


I don't need your imposition
I don't require or appreciate your attempts to assert control or authority over me.


It ain't that hard to figure it out
It's not difficult at all to understand or comprehend.


Give it up now
Let go of your preconceived notions or ideas.


Play cool
Maintain a calm and composed demeanor.


All the rules that you use and abusin'
The regulations and guidelines that you manipulate and exploit.


No one knew she could take this confusion
No one was aware of her ability to handle this state of bewilderment or uncertainty.


Don't let me down
Do not disappoint or betray my expectations.


Don't think too much of my disposition
Do not overanalyze or assume too much about my temperament or behavior.


You already know what's going down
You are already aware of the current situation or circumstances.


Don't wanna be your exhibition, no
I do not desire to be put on display or treated as a spectacle by you.


I don't want nobody hanging around
I do not want anyone lingering or loitering near me.


Play it cool
Maintain a laid-back and composed attitude.


Give it up
Let go or release your grasping or controlling tendencies.


Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm or agreement.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDRA TAMPOSI, JUSTIN STANLEY, GARY CLARK JR, MIKE ELIZANDO, DOYLE BRAMHALL

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Comments from YouTube:

Nigel Rowe

Gary Clark Jr. is definitely the man. Just bringing great music to the people. Embrace it, we need it.

sozo90

If we were living in the late 60's right now ,this song would been playing all radio stations and be an instant hit. It's unfortunate today you don't hear this on radio stations or rarely.

Logan

Rock still exists!!! Live long Gary !!!

Larry Hurley

You damn right !!!!!

Tim Smith

One of the best songs of the decade, I think.

Daytimerocker

Gary Clark Jr. and The Black Keys are by far my favorite modern bands

Adam Mac.

Same here!

CoolCole 64

Replace BK with Cage the Elephant and I agree

Marrisel

I love this song. Rocking bluesy song at its best. Gary Clark Jr. is the man!!

TheWondrpuss

Love this song and the band, wish them the best of luck and hope they hit it real big.

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