I Do
Lee Williams And The Spiritual QC's Lyrics
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They turned off the water; I'm behind on my rent.
Last night I drank my last beer,
And where do I go from here?
I've been laid off since Monday before.
The union is holdin' out, hopin' for more.
Well, I could be laid off for years.
Where do I go from here?
Sittin' at the kitchen table,
Staring at my unpaid bills.
Sometimes I feel so unable:
It's the boredom, not the worry that kills.
Oh where do I go from here.
Where do you go when nobody needs you?
Why can't you sleep when there's nothin' else to do?
And why are your thoughts so unclear?
Oh, where do you go? Where do you go?
Where do you go from here?
I don't like complaining and I could use a rest,
But my sofa and chairs just got repossessed.
And my pride is the next thing, I fear.
Oh, where do I go? Where do I go?
Where do I go from here?
Tell me where do I go? Where can I go?
Where can I go from here?
The lyrics to Lee Williams And The Spiritual QC's's song "I Do" tell the story of a man who is going through a tough time in his life. The singer has experienced financial difficulties, such as running out of money, being behind on rent, and having his water turned off. He also reveals that he has been laid off from his job and that the union is holding out for more, which makes it seem like it will be difficult for him to regain employment soon. The singer seems to be struggling with feelings of hopelessness, wondering where he can go from here.
The singer's feelings are further exemplified by his inability to pay bills and his constant state of worry. He expresses the boredom he feels and how it's not his worry that's killing him but rather his lack of purpose. The singer then questions where he can go or turn when he feels like nobody needs him or when he cannot even sleep because of his unclear thoughts. He is experiencing a severe crisis that makes him feel like he is losing his pride and dignity, and he is struggling to find where to go for comfort or a solution.
Overall, the lyrics to "I Do" are a sad and poignant reflection of the struggles that many people face daily. The song highlights issues related to financial difficulties, job loss, and the psychological impact of experiencing these circumstances. The lyrics demonstrate that even in the worse situations, some people may feel trapped and hopeless, without any sense of direction or clear solution.
Line by Line Meaning
The groceries are gone, my pay cheque is spent.
I have no groceries left and no money because I have already spent my paycheck.
They turned off the water; I'm behind on my rent.
My water has been turned off because I cannot afford to pay my rent on time.
Last night I drank my last beer,
I drank my last beer yesterday.
And where do I go from here?
I do not know where to turn or what to do next.
I've been laid off since Monday before.
I have been out of work since the Monday before.
The union is holdin' out, hopin' for more.
The union is refusing to work until they receive more benefits.
Well, I could be laid off for years.
There is a possibility that I could be out of work for years to come.
Oh, where do I go from here?
I am at a loss as to what to do next.
Sittin' at the kitchen table,
I am sitting at my kitchen table.
Staring at my unpaid bills.
I am looking at the bills that I have not yet paid.
Sometimes I feel so unable:
At times, I feel as though I cannot do anything to improve my situation.
It's the boredom, not the worry that kills.
The monotony of my situation is what is making things difficult, not so much the worry.
Where do you go when nobody needs you?
I do not know where to turn when no one is able to provide me with assistance.
Why can't you sleep when there's nothin' else to do?
I am unable to sleep even though I have nothing else to occupy my time.
And why are your thoughts so unclear?
I am unable to make clear decisions because my thoughts are muddled.
Oh, where do you go? Where do you go?
I am still unsure of where to turn or what to do next.
I don't like complaining and I could use a rest,
I do not want to complain, and I would appreciate a break.
But my sofa and chairs just got repossessed.
My furniture has been taken away because I could not make payments on it.
And my pride is the next thing, I fear.
I am afraid that I will soon lose my pride as well.
Oh, where do I go? Where do I go?
I am still unsure of where to turn or what to do next.
Tell me where do I go? Where can I go?
I am asking for guidance and direction in my current situation.
Where can I go from here?
I am still unsure of where to turn or what to do next.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN HOLLAND, EDDIE HOLLAND
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