I'll Get To You
Lazarus Lyrics


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I won't pay your rent no more
I won't open no more doors
I won't tell you it's ok
I won't tell you what to say
I'll do something for you
When you do something for me

I ain't posting no more bail
You can rot away in jail
I ain't gonna lie no more
When the man is knocking at your door
I'll do something for you
When you do something for me

I'm running out of steam
This train keeps his piston clean
When you hear that whistle blow
You gonna pack your things and go

I ain't running after you
I ain't doing what you do
I ain't listening no more
Because I know you're coming back for sure
I'll do something for you
When you do something for me

I won't pay your rent no more
I won't open no more doors
I won't tell you it's ok
I won't tell you what to say




I'll do something for you
When you do something for me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lazarus's song "I'll Get To You" express a sense of empowerment and setting personal boundaries in a relationship. The repetition of lines like "I won't pay your rent no more" and "I won't open no more doors" conveys a strong message of independence and self-respect. The singer is no longer willing to be the caretaker or savior in the relationship, as they declare that they won't continue to enable or support the other person's behavior without reciprocity.


The refusal to bail someone out and let them face the consequences of their actions, as mentioned in the lines "I ain't posting no more bail / You can rot away in jail," demonstrates a shift towards tough love and holding the other accountable for their choices. The lyrics also touch upon the theme of honesty and not sugar-coating the truth when faced with challenging circumstances. The singer is drawing a line and insisting on a more equitable dynamic where both parties contribute equally.


The imagery of a train running out of steam and the metaphor of the piston symbolize the singer's diminishing patience and energy in the relationship. The reference to the whistle blowing and the suggestion to "pack your things and go" suggests a sense of finality and readiness to move on from a toxic or unbalanced situation. There is a clear ultimatum presented in the lyrics, indicating that unless there is a change in behavior and mutual effort, the relationship will not be sustained.


The closing lines of the song reinforce the singer's resolve to no longer be taken advantage of or manipulated. By stating "I ain't listening no more / Because I know you're coming back for sure," the singer acknowledges the patterns of the other person seeking forgiveness or help repeatedly. The repeated refrain "I'll do something for you / When you do something for me" encapsulates the essence of reciprocity and fairness that the singer is seeking in the relationship. Ultimately, the lyrics of "I'll Get To You" convey a message of self-empowerment, standing up for oneself, and demanding respect and mutual effort in relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I won't pay your rent no more
I will no longer financially support you


I won't open no more doors
I will not continue to be taken advantage of


I won't tell you it's ok
I will not be enabling destructive behavior


I won't tell you what to say
I will not control or manipulate your words


I'll do something for you
I will show kindness and support when deserved


When you do something for me
In return for mutual respect and reciprocity


I ain't posting no more bail
I will not bail you out of difficult situations


You can rot away in jail
You must face the consequences of your actions


I ain't gonna lie no more
I will no longer deceive or cover for you


When the man is knocking at your door
When reality catches up to you


I'm running out of steam
I am tired and worn out


This train keeps his piston clean
I am trying to maintain my integrity and purity


When you hear that whistle blow
When you realize it's time to leave


You gonna pack your things and go
You will need to take responsibility and leave


I ain't running after you
I will not chase after you


I ain't doing what you do
I will not follow your negative behaviors


I ain't listening no more
I will not be manipulated by your words


Because I know you're coming back for sure
I am aware that you will try to return


I won't pay your rent no more
I will no longer financially support you


I won't open no more doors
I will not continue to be taken advantage of


I won't tell you it's ok
I will not enable destructive behavior


I won't tell you what to say
I will not control or manipulate your words


I'll do something for you
I will show kindness and support when deserved


When you do something for me
In return for mutual respect and reciprocity




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Written by: Marcus Lazarus

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