I Love The Life I Live
Muddy Waters Lyrics


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See you watching me like a hawk
I don't mind the way you talk
But if you touch me somethin's got to give
I live the life I love and I love the life I live

So if you see me and think I'm wrong
Don't worry 'bout me just let me go
My sweet life ain't nothing but a thrill
I live the life I love and I love the life I live

My diamond ring and my money, too
Tomorrow night these may belong to you
These girls move me at their will
I live the life I love and I love the life I live

I may bet a thousand on a bet this time
One minute later I can't cover your dime
Tomorrow night I might be over the hill
I just want you to know, baby, the way I feel

Oh, I'm rockin' when you pass me by
Don't talk about me because I could be high




Please forgive me if you will
I live the life I love and I love the life I live

Overall Meaning

The song "I Love the Life I Live" by Muddy Waters is a classic blues anthem that celebrates living life on one's own terms, without worrying about what others may think or say. The opening lines of the song set the tone, as Muddy sings about being watched by someone like a hawk but not minding the way they talk. However, he warns that if they touch him, something's got to give. This can be seen as a metaphor for living freely and not allowing anyone to interfere with one's way of life.


Throughout the song, Muddy sings about his love of living the life he loves, even if others may see it as wrong or questionable. He refuses to be controlled by anyone else's expectations or judgments, and instead embraces the thrill of his lifestyle. He even acknowledges that tomorrow may bring unexpected changes, but he's willing to face them with the same passion and joy as he does today.


Overall, "I Love the Life I Live" is a powerful anthem of self-acceptance and living life to the fullest. It encourages listeners to embrace their unique personalities and live without fear, and celebrates the freedom and joy that comes with this kind of lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

See you watching me like a hawk
I am aware of your scrutiny


I don't mind the way you talk
I am unaffected by your words


But if you touch me somethin's got to give
I will only tolerate so much before taking action


I live the life I love and I love the life I live
I am content with my lifestyle and choices


So if you see me and think I'm wrong
I am not concerned with your opinions of me


Don't worry 'bout me just let me go
I am capable of making my own decisions


My sweet life ain't nothing but a thrill
I enjoy the excitement of my life


My diamond ring and my money, too
I have material possessions


Tomorrow night these may belong to you
My possessions are not permanent


These girls move me at their will
I am attracted to women who have power over me


I may bet a thousand on a bet this time
I am willing to take risks with my money


One minute later I can't cover your dime
My financial situation can change quickly


Tomorrow night I might be over the hill
My fortunes can change just as quickly


I just want you to know, baby, the way I feel
I am expressing my emotions honestly


Oh, I'm rockin' when you pass me by
I am enjoying life and its small pleasures


Don't talk about me because I could be high
My actions may be influenced by substances


Please forgive me if you will
I am unapologetic for my lifestyle and choices


I live the life I love and I love the life I live
I am content with my lifestyle and choices




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Written by: WILLIE DIXON

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Comments from YouTube:

slapbush

God how i love this man's music!!!

Bob Aldo

Muddy and Wolf were the greatest. The "blues artists" of today who sing a line and then play as many notes as they can to show off are bull shit.

Imani M

I live the life I love and I love the life I live! Words to live by 🎶🎸

Drue Ferguson

This my kind of Rap Music!

Bob Aldo

Good one, Drue! I agree.

stonethecrow80

thank you for this Muddy

Ricky Muse

Written by the great Willie Dixon.

grant smythe

Muddy Waters!

Victorien

People always saying, you should do that, you should think that, you should dress like that. Me listening to the Chicago blues master « I live the life I love and I love the life I live ». Thanks Muddy. R.I.P

HaraTaiki

I love this song, at a jam somebody asked me if i could play the harp for this, I'm pretty sure its an A key Harp, but i just couldn't get the harp part down, does anybody have harp tab for this?

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