'Tain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do
Fats Waller His Rhythm & His Orchestra Lyrics
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That folks don't criticise me,
But I'm going to do just as I want to anyway,
And don't care if you all despise me!
If I should take a notion
To jump into the ocean,
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do!
If I go to church on Sunday,
Then just shimmy down on Monday,
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
If my friend ain't got no money,
And I say, "Take all mine, honey",
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do do!
If I give him my lasy nickel,
And it leaves me in a pickle,
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
There, I'd rather my man was hittin' me,
Than to jump right up and quittin' me,
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do do!
I swear I won't call no copper
If I'm beat up by my papa,
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
The lyrics to "Tain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do" by Fats Waller His Rhythm & His Orchestra express a defiant attitude towards societal judgment and interference in one's personal choices and actions. The singer acknowledges that no matter what they do or say, people will always criticize them. However, they assert their right to live their life as they see fit, without worrying about others' opinions or despise. The lyrics demonstrate a determination to exercise one's agency and embrace personal freedom, regardless of the consequences or societal norms.
The song celebrates individual autonomy and challenges the idea that one's private matters should be subject to public scrutiny or interference. It suggests that individuals should have the liberty to make their own decisions and face the consequences, without being burdened by societal expectations. Moreover, it challenges traditional gender roles and power dynamics by expressing a preference for enduring abuse from a partner rather than being abandoned, indicating a complex and often controversial exploration of personal agency and relationships.
Overall, "Tain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do" is a defiant anthem that champions personal freedom, challenges societal norms, and questions the role of judgment and interference in one's private affairs.
Line by Line Meaning
There ain't nothin' I can do, or nothin' I can say
I am aware that no matter what actions or words I choose, there will always be people who criticize and judge me.
But I'm going to do just as I want to anyway
Regardless of the criticism, I will live my life according to my own desires and make my own choices.
And don't care if you all despise me!
I have no concern for the disdain and contempt you may hold towards me.
If I should take a notion
To jump into the ocean
If I ever feel the urge to leap into the vast depths of the sea
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do!
No one has the right to meddle or interfere in my personal decisions and actions.
If I go to church on Sunday,
Then just shimmy down on Monday
Even if I attend religious services on Sundays but engage in carefree and spontaneous activities on Mondays
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
It is not anyone else's concern or affair if I choose to live my life in this way.
If my friend ain't got no money,
And I say, "Take all mine, honey"
In the situation where my friend is financially deprived and I willingly offer to share all of my resources with them
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do do!
Others have no right to intervene or comment on these acts of generosity and support.
If I give him my lasy nickel,
And it leaves me in a pickle
Even if I give him my last remaining coin, putting myself in a challenging situation
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
The choices I make with regard to my own resources and the resulting consequences do not concern anyone else.
There, I'd rather my man was hittin' me,
Than to jump right up and quittin' me
I would prefer enduring physical abuse from my partner than facing the sudden abandonment and termination of the relationship.
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, do, do do!
Regardless of the repercussions and personal preference, it is not anyone else's place to interfere or pass judgment.
I swear I won't call no copper
If I'm beat up by my papa
I make a solemn promise that I will not involve any law enforcement authorities if my father were to cause me harm or abuse.
'T'aint nobody's business if I do, if I do!
Nobody has the right to interfere or dictate my choices, even in matters as serious as domestic violence.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EVERETT ROBBINS, PORTER GRAINGER
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