Sick And Tired
Fats Domino Lyrics


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Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you

Wake up in the mornin' fix you somethin' to eat,
'fore I go to work I even brush your teeth
Get home in the evenin' and you're still in bed
Got yourself a rag tied 'round you're head.

Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you

I'm tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
I'm tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Gonna find yourself outside

Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you

Last time tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
Last time tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Gonna find yourself outside





Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you

Overall Meaning

In "Sick and Tired," Fats Domino conveys the frustration and exhaustion of being in a one-sided relationship. The chorus "Oh baby, whatcha gonna do / I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you" expresses his exasperation with the situation. The first verse describes the lengths he goes to take care of the other person, but they don't reciprocate. The second verse warns the other person that they need to change their ways or they will be kicked out of the relationship. The repetition of the last verse drives home the point that things need to change.


The lyrics of "Sick and Tired" reflect a common theme in early rock and roll music: the tension between societal norms and individual freedom. Fats Domino sings about wanting to break free from a relationship that isn't working, but also expressing a desire for the other person to change. This tension is also reflected in the music itself, which incorporates elements of blues, boogie-woogie, and R&B.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Asking the partner about their next steps in the relationship


Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Reiterating the question to emphasize the importance of an answer


I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Expressing the frustration and weariness of the relationship


Wake up in the mornin' fix you somethin' to eat, 'fore I go to work I even brush your teeth
Caring for the partner in the morning and helping with their basic needs


Get home in the evenin' and you're still in bed, Got yourself a rag tied 'round you're head
Finding the partner still in bed and possibly hungover or not feeling well


I'm tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
Warning the partner to change their behavior for the sake of the relationship


I'm tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Emphasizing the seriousness of the warning


Last time tellin you to stop that jive, Gonna find yourself outside
Final warning to stop whatever negative behavior the partner is displaying or face being kicked out


Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Seeking an answer from the partner before taking drastic action


I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Reiterating the frustration and weariness of the relationship




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Written by: FRANCIS DOMINIC NICHOLAS ROSSI, RICHARD JOHN PARFITT

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Comments from YouTube:

@WilliamMahoney-qu2dv

Never get sick and tired of listening to this legend, Thanks Fats for the memories.

@robertjuliano7968

My favorite fat man song he had so many great songs. Rest in peace 🙏 fats domino

@skyebird3933

Love the way he kind of drags the words, so unique.

@G-Dog779

Fats domino we love you R.I.P buddy

@jerrykadlechik4350

He was a great singer, many hits over the years

@Bravocharlie61

Have always loved this song. Fats. Plus those dueling saxes. Gets no better. Thanks for posting.

@BarrySlisk

My dad left when I was 7 months old back in 1975. He left his record collection. This single was my favorite and I even took it to music class at school and the teacher would play it. Still love it.

@peterodriguez7134

God bless you and your family brother. This a very very Beautiful Song..

@davidmaslow399

What a story! God bless You bro! Yeah, I Love this tune too!

@davidmaslow399

Love this tune! Fats was the Greatest!

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