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Tell Me What to Do
Jim Noir Lyrics
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I'll never [get/catch] a boy with you
In all my life I've never seen a sight of you
Heh, heh, heh, Mr. Hire
So meetin' you would be ever so nice
You know me so well
And I'm lookin' for a little advice
Tell me what to do?
And I will do what you tell me to do
I'll do it too, how blue I'll be not to
Tell me what to do?
And I will do what you tell me to do
I'll do it too, how blue I'll be not to
Heh, hey, hey, Mr. Hire
I'll never get your point of view
In all my life I've never seen a sight of you
Heh, heh, heh, Mr. Hire
So meetin' you would be ever so nice
You know me so well
And I'm lookin' for a little advice
Tell me what to do?
And I will do what you tell me to do
I'll do it too, how blue I'll be not to
Tell me what to do?
And I will do what you tell me to do
I'll do it too, how blue I'll be not to
The chorus of Jim Noir's song "Tell Me What To Do" is about seeking advice from someone who is admired or respected. The singer is addressing a person called Mr. Hire, who seems to have some sort of influence over their life. The repeated phrase "Tell me what to do" implies an eagerness to please and a lack of self-confidence, as the singer is willing to do whatever Mr. Hire suggests. They also express a fear of disappointing him (the line "how blue I'll be not to" suggests sadness or disappointment), which adds to the sense of vulnerability and dependence.
The verses, on the other hand, are more mysterious and open to interpretation. The repeated phrase "Heh, heh, heh, Mr. Hire" could be seen as mocking or sardonic, as if the singer is mocking Mr. Hire's influence or trying to downplay their own need for advice. The lines "I'll never [get/catch] a boy with you" and "I'll never get your point of view" suggest a disconnect between the singer and Mr. Hire, as if they are speaking from different worlds or don't see eye to eye. However, the line "You know me so well" implies a close relationship or familiarity, which adds to the enigmatic quality of the song.
Overall, "Tell Me What To Do" is a song about seeking guidance and validation from someone else. The repetition of the chorus and the evocative, almost cryptic verses create a sense of yearning and uncertainty, as if the singer is searching for meaning or direction in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Heh, heh, heh, Mr. Hire
The singer chuckles and addresses someone referred to as Mr. Hire.
I'll never [get/catch] a boy with you
The singer believes that they will not be able to attract a male partner with Mr. Hire around.
In all my life I've never seen a sight of you
The singer has never met Mr. Hire before and is unfamiliar with their appearance.
So meetin' you would be ever so nice
Despite the previous statements, the artist still thinks it would be pleasant to meet Mr. Hire.
You know me so well
The artist implies that Mr. Hire has some familiarity with them, perhaps in a personal or professional context.
And I'm lookin' for a little advice
The singer is seeking guidance and suggestions from Mr. Hire.
Tell me what to do?
The singer directly asks Mr. Hire to provide them with instructions or guidance.
And I will do what you tell me to do
The artist agrees to follow Mr. Hire's advice, obediently complying with their instructions.
I'll do it too, how blue I'll be not to
The artist emphasizes that they will be disappointed if they cannot follow Mr. Hire's advice, suggesting that they trust and value their suggestions.
Heh, hey, hey, Mr. Hire
The artist addresses Mr. Hire again, with a slightly different variation of their laughing catchphrase.
I'll never get your point of view
The singer believes they will not understand Mr. Hire's perspective or opinion on things.
In all my life I've never seen a sight of you
Repeating the previous line confirms that the artist has never encountered Mr. Hire in person before.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN PETER ROBERTS
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