Do Right
Jimmie's Chicken Shack Lyrics


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Won't make the bed up straight
I always stay out late
I never take you out
Ask what you're all about

I always smell like smoke
Everything's just a joke
I never look at you
When you come hear me sing

These are not all of the
Many simple things
You can find wrong with me
Once would you tell me please

What do I do What do I do right
I never talk to you
Be who you want me to
My music's way too loud

My friends are all so proud
Say I'm just wasted hope
I could not thread the rope
More than my pocket's broke

And you don't see a ring
These are not all of the
Infinitesimal things
You can find wrong with me

Once would you tell me please
What do I do What do I do right
Never wanted to play in this game
Yes, you're right

But losing the game doesn't mean
That we're losing the fight
What do I do what do I do, right
Won't make the bed up straight





I always stay out, great
But what do I do what do I do that is right

Overall Meaning

The song "Do Right" by Jimmie's Chicken Shack talks about a person who is self-aware of their faults, as pointed out by their partner, but is struggling to identify what they are doing right in the relationship. The lyrics mention how the person never takes their partner out, always stays out late, doesn't pay attention to them when they come to see them sing, and many other small faults. The song also highlights how the person's music is too loud, and their friends are all too proud of them. It seems like the person is struggling to find a balance between what they enjoy doing and what is essential to maintaining a healthy relationship.


The chorus of the song asks the question, "What do I do right?" implying that the person is willing to change their ways but is unsure of what they are doing right to keep the relationship going. The last verse of the song talks about how the person never wanted to play in the game of love, but losing the game doesn't mean losing the fight. It seems like the person is still trying to navigate through their relationship and is seeking guidance from their partner.


Overall, "Do Right" is a song that explores the inner conflict of a person who is trying to balance their passion for music and a healthy relationship. The song's lyrics are relatable and capture the complexities of human relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Won't make the bed up straight
I don't care enough to fix small details like making the bed.


I always stay out late
I prioritize my own desires over spending time with you.


I never take you out
I don't make an effort to plan date nights or romantic outings.


Ask what you're all about
I haven't taken the time to understand you and your interests.


I always smell like smoke
I have a bad habit of smoking and it's affecting my overall hygiene.


Everything's just a joke
I don't take things seriously and often brush things off with humor.


I never look at you
I don't give you the attention and eye contact you deserve.


When you come hear me sing
Even when you come to watch me perform, I don't show appreciation or acknowledgement.


These are not all of the
These particular shortcomings aren't the only ones I possess.


Many simple things
There are numerous small ways in which I disappoint you.


You can find wrong with me
There are plenty of mistakes I've made and ways in which I fall short.


Once would you tell me please
Please communicate with me and tell me what I'm doing wrong.


What do I do What do I do right
What specific actions can I take to do right by you?


I never talk to you
I don't make an effort to communicate and have meaningful conversations with you.


Be who you want me to
I'm not living up to your expectations and desires in our relationship.


My music's way too loud
I'm prioritizing my own music taste over considering your preferences and comfort.


My friends are all so proud
The approval and admiration of my friends is more important to me than making you happy.


Say I'm just wasted hope
Even those who support me and my dreams have doubts and negative opinions about my abilities and future prospects.


I could not thread the rope
I'm struggling to keep my life together and make smart decisions.


More than my pocket's broke
I'm financially struggling and can't provide for you in the ways I wish I could.


And you don't see a ring
We're not engaged or married despite being together for a long time.


These are not all of the
There's more to me and our relationship than just these shortcomings.


Infinitesimal things
Tiny details or habits can also make a big impact on our relationship.


Once would you tell me please
Please communicate with me and tell me what I'm doing wrong.


What do I do What do I do right
What specific actions can I take to do right by you?


Never wanted to play in this game
I never intended to be in a serious relationship and feel like I'm in over my head.


Yes, you're right
I acknowledge and accept my shortcomings.


But losing the game doesn't mean
Just because we're struggling in our relationship, it doesn't mean it's all over.


That we're losing the fight
We can still work together to improve and make things better for both of us.


What do I do what do I do, right
What specific actions can I take to improve our relationship and make you happy?


Won't make the bed up straight
I haven't been paying attention to the small details that matter to you.


I always stay out, great
I spend too much time away from home or with people who aren't you.


But what do I do what do I do that is right
What actions can I take to show you that I care about you and want to improve our relationship?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DAVIS

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Maybe it's on the Mars rover's playlist.

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