Their peculiar brand of politically driven retro-pop made an impression on the British pop charts during 1981-1982. Their biggest hit was Our lips are sealed, a retread of Go-go's 1981 song, which was co-written by Terry Hall. Other well-known tracks include The Lunatics (Have Taken Over The Asylum) and T'ain't What You Do (Its The Way That You Do It), recorded with the fledgling all-girl group Bananarama.
Fun Boy Three's music draws on influences such as vintage soul, ska, reggae, muzak and kitsch movie soundtracks.
The band split-up in 1984, and Terry hall went on to perform solo and also form The Colourfield.
It Ain't What You Do
Fun Boy Three Lyrics
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It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
And that's what gets results
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
You can try hard don't mean a thing
Take it easy and then your jive will swing
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
And that's what gets results
I thought I was smart but I soon found out
I didn't know what life was all about
But then I learnt I must confess
That life is like a game of chess
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
And that's what gets results
You can try hard don't mean a thing
Take it easy and then your jive will swing
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
And that's what gets results
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
And that's what gets results
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
And that's what gets results
(ad lib)
The lyrics to Fun Boy Three and Bananarama's hit song "It Ain't What You Do" emphasize the importance of not just what you do, but how you do it, when you do it, and where you do it. The song is ultimately about the idea that success is not just about hard work, but also about strategy, timing, and approach. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song emphasizes the importance of these factors in achieving desired results in life.
The lyrics of the song also touch on the theme of self-discovery and learning. The lines "I thought I was smart but I soon found out / I didn't know what life was all about / But then I learnt I must confess / That life is like a game of chess" highlight the idea that life can be unpredictable and challenging, but with time and experience, one can learn how to navigate it successfully.
Fun Boy Three and Bananarama's "It Ain't What You Do" is a fun and upbeat song that encourages listeners to take a step back and think about the approach and strategy they use when pursuing their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it
The manner in which you perform a task is more important than the task itself.
It ain't what you do it's the time that you do it
The timing of a task's execution is crucial for its success.
It ain't what you do it's the place that you do it
The location where a task is performed is a critical factor in its effectiveness.
And that's what gets results
These are the elements that lead to success.
You can try hard don't mean a thing
Putting in a lot of effort does not guarantee success if the task is not executed properly.
Take it easy and then your jive will swing
Approaching a task with a relaxed and confident attitude can lead to better results.
I thought I was smart but I soon found out
I had confidence in my abilities, but I discovered I still had much to learn.
I didn't know what life was all about
I lacked understanding of the true nature of life.
But then I learnt I must confess
I gained knowledge and must admit my previous lack of understanding.
That life is like a game of chess
Life requires strategic planning and decision-making, much like the game of chess.
(ad lib)
Additional improvised lyrics not included in this analysis.
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@HellcatBrendon03
RIP Terry Hall...what a huge musical legacy left behind 💔
@eduardogoncalves4539
Daqui do Brasil mandando um agradecimento as belas canções que ele fez e por ter revelado bananarama fica a saudade
@shandywarhol4444
Just doing a post. This reminds me of being a kid. Kx
@robertfisher4658
Yeah, true but this is pure shite.
@danieladams9950
@@shandywarhol4444 Terry was a huge part of my childhood. Loved him.
@shandywarhol4444
@@danieladams9950 he was great. Kx
@onfoenemgrave
RIP Terry hall, such great music made because of you.
@shantidoon-pandit1358
RIP Terry Hall 🙏🕯️💔🎶✌️
@katyelizabethdarnbrough7640
R.I.P. Terry....thanks for the tunes! 😘
@k3zzyP
We were so lucky to have grown up in this musical time.