Shouldn't Do That
Kajagoogoo & Limahl Lyrics
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There is a time for everyone
But this ain't the time or the place
When will you see what you're doing to me
My tear stains are easy to trace
(CHORUS 1)
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now baby
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now darling?
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
(VERSE 2)
Some things ain't worth the worry
When you fight for them hand over tooth
You've got one hell of a lesson coming
'cause I'm gonna teach you the truth
(CHORUS 2)
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now darling
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now baby?
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to do it?
(MIDDLE)
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't do that
Shouldn't do that, that, that, that, that, that
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't do that
Shouldn't do that, that, that, that, that
(VERSE 3)
There is a time for most things honey
Some things are easy to see
Some things are better forgotten
Like you sure made a fool out of me
(FINAL CHORUS)
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now baby
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now darling?
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now darling
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now baby?
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
(REPEAT TO FADE)
The lyrics of "Shouldn't Do That" by Kajagoogoo are about a person who is being mistreated and disrespected by their partner. The singer is telling their partner that there is a time and a place for everything, and right now is not the right time for the mistreatment they are receiving. The singer is also saying that the tears they shed are a clear indication of the harm their partner is causing them. The chorus reiterates that the partner should have known that their actions were wrong and that they shouldn't continue to behave in such a manner.
In the second verse, the singer also warns the partner that they shouldn't fight for certain things tooth and nail because they will eventually learn the hard way. The middle section of the song is a repetition of the chorus, suggesting that the partner needs to be reminded several times that their actions are causing harm. In the final verse, the singer acknowledges that some things are easy to see, but some things are better forgotten, especially the pain and humiliation inflicted on the singer by the partner.
Overall, "Shouldn't Do That" is a cautionary tale about mistreatment in a relationship and the importance of recognizing when actions are causing harm. The lyrics are straightforward, but the emotions behind them are palpable and relatable.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a time for everyone
Each person has an appropriate moment to act
But this ain't the time or the place
This moment is not appropriate to do what you are trying to do
When will you see what you're doing to me
Why can't you realize the harm you are causing me?
My tear stains are easy to trace
My emotions are evident through my tears
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now baby
Stop what you are doing, it's not acceptable
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Has no one advised you that this isn't okay?
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now darling?
You should not proceed in this action, dear
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
Has nobody explained to you that you ought not to do this?
Some things ain't worth the worry
Some situations are not worth the stress that comes with them
When you fight for them hand over tooth
When you fight for these things in a desperate manner
You've got one hell of a lesson coming
You are setting yourself up for a harsh lesson
'Cause I'm gonna teach you the truth
I will personally teach you a valuable lesson
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now darling
Stop now, dear
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Has nobody ever told you that this is unacceptable?
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now baby?
It would be best if you didn't do that action, babe
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to do it?
Why didn't anyone tell you that it's a bad idea?
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't do that
You should avoid that action, stop it
Shouldn't do that, that, that, that, that, that
You should stay away from that, that, that, that, that, that
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't do that
You should not participate in that act
Shouldn't do that, that, that, that, that
Stay away from that, that, that, that
There is a time for most things honey
Almost everything has an appropriate time and place
Some things are easy to see
Other things are simpler to comprehend
Some things are better forgotten
It is best to forget certain events and topics
Like you sure made a fool out of me
You have made me look foolish in this situation
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now baby
Stop what you're doing immediately
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Has no one ever informed you that you shouldn't do this?
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now darling?
It's not wise for you to proceed now, sweetheart
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
Has no one ever advised you not to do this?
Shouldn't do that, you shouldn't do that now darling
Cease that activity right now, dear
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you that you
Has no one ever instructed you not to act this way?
Shouldn't do that, shouldn't go that now baby?
Babe, please refrain from proceeding with that action
Shouldn't do that, did nobody ever tell you not to?
Has nobody ever warned you not to do this?
Repeat to fade
Repeat until the song slowly fades away
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