From Kleptomania
Released September 2004
From Kleptomania
Released September 2004
Originally released as the b-side to Slipping Away in September 2004 (just prior to the album’s release).
Getting Your Way was one of the five Kleptomania songs débuted during the band’s final tour in May 2002.
Getting Your Way
Mansun Lyrics
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If you're coming unstuck then daddy's gonna step in and pay,
Look best in your party dress,
And you're gonna impress all the players
When they know you're not getting your way,
Daddy will pay,
So proud when you get up and dance,
Make sure that everybody can see,
Exposures maximum
Subconsciously,
When you know that you are sitting on top of the tree,
Getting your way.
Getting, getting, getting, getting
Getting, getting, getting, getting your way
You feel warm,
You feel safe,
You're number one,
When daddy pays,
You're satisfied,
When you feel you're getting your way.
Leave school,
Reality check,
And you've gotta find work now daddy is refusing to pay,
Just like all the terrible kids,
Not returning your calls,
'cos jealousy is something that sticks for an age,
Now daddy won't pay.
Getting, getting, getting, getting
Getting, getting, getting, getting your way
You feel warm,
You feel safe,
You're number one,
When daddy pays,
You're satisfied,
When you feel you're getting your way.
You feel warm,
You feel safe,
You're number one,
When daddy pays,
You feel warm,
You feel safe,
You're number one,
When daddy pays,
You're satisfied,
When you feel you're getting your way.
The lyrics of Mansun's song "Getting Your Way" describe a person who is only content when they are getting their way, and their source of power and satisfaction comes from their father's wealth and willingness to pay to make things happen for them. The person is depicted as feeling safe and warm, and ultimately satisfied when their father pays for their desires. The lyrics describe this person as being proud of their looks and eager to impress others, especially those whom they perceive as "players" or people in positions of power. The song also suggests that this person's sense of entitlement and reliance on their father's wealth may lead to a rude awakening when they leave school and have to face the reality of finding work without their father's support.
The lyrics of "Getting Your Way" reflect the wider societal issue of privilege and entitlement, particularly among those who come from wealthy families. It is also a commentary on the negative consequences of such entitlement and the eventual disillusionment that follows when the reality of the world hits. The song suggests that people who rely solely on external factors for their happiness and power may end up dissatisfied and disillusioned in the long run.
Line by Line Meaning
So pleased if you're getting your way,
The singer is expressing happiness at the idea of someone getting what they want.
If you're coming unstuck then daddy's gonna step in and pay,
The person referred to has a safety net in the form of their father who will provide financial support if they fail.
Look best in your party dress,
The person being described values appearance and makes an effort to present themselves attractively.
And you're gonna impress all the players
The person will grab the attention of influential people and leave a positive impression on them.
When they know you're not getting your way,
Other people will not be pleased with the person and not give them what they want.
Daddy will pay,
The person can always rely on their father to provide financial support.
So proud when you get up and dance,
The singer takes pleasure in seeing the person dancing and performing in front of others.
Move centre on stage,
The person should move to the centre of the stage to be more visible and noticeable.
Make sure that everybody can see,
The person should ensure that everyone in the audience can see them and their performance.
Exposures maximum
The person should expose themselves and show off as much as possible.
Subconsciously,
The intention behind these actions may be hidden even from the person themselves, rooted in subconscious desires for attention and success.
When you know that you are sitting on top of the tree,
The person is at the top, successful, and admired.
Getting your way.
The person is achieving their goals and getting what they want.
You feel warm,
The person is comforted and content.
You feel safe,
The person feels secure and assured in their position.
You're number one,
The person feels like the most important and successful person in the room.
When daddy pays,
The person is reassured by the support of their father and his money.
You're satisfied,
The person is happy and fulfilled.
You feel warm,
The person is comforted and content.
You feel safe,
The person feels secure and assured in their position.
You're number one,
The person feels like the most important and successful person in the room.
When daddy pays,
The person is reassured by the support of their father and his money.
You feel warm,
The person is comforted and content.
You feel safe,
The person feels secure and assured in their position.
You're number one,
The person feels like the most important and successful person in the room.
When daddy pays,
The person is reassured by the support of their father and his money.
You're satisfied,
The person is happy and fulfilled.
Contributed by Jordyn D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.