What Can I Do
Sacagawea and The Hunters Lyrics

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I'm not the best at what I do
All I can do is try to prove me to you
Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
But I can be something to some
You say it needs some work
I'm not enough you need to keep up
I say I know cause I don't know how to stand up
And now I'm here and I know I'm more then a crux

I'm not the best at what I do
All I can do is try to prove me to you
Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
But I can be something to some
I just needed time to improve
And not to listen to you
I can't wait to get out
I won't have to deal with the doubts
I'm not the best at what I do
All I can do is try to prove me to you
Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
But I can be something to some
I can be something to some
I can be something to some
I can be something to some
I'm not the best at what I do
All I can do is try to prove me to you
Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
But I can be something to some
I can be something to some

I can be something to some
I can be something to some

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "What Can I Do" by Sacagawea and The Hunters convey a sense of self-doubt and a desire for validation. The singer acknowledges their limitations and acknowledges that they may not be the best at what they do, but they are determined to try and prove themselves to someone else. They express a fear of being perceived as unintelligent or inadequate, but also recognize that they have the potential to be something meaningful to at least a few people.

Throughout the song, there is a juxtaposition between the singer's feelings of insecurity and their determination to improve and prove themselves. They acknowledge that they still have a long way to go and need time to grow and develop, but they also express a strong desire to break free from doubt and criticism.

The repetition of the line "I'm not the best at what I do" emphasizes the singer's doubts and insecurities, but it is countered by the repeated assertion that they can still be something to some people. This suggests that while they may not excel in every aspect, they have the ability to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Overall, the lyrics of "What Can I Do" explore themes of self-doubt, the need for validation, and the desire to improve and prove oneself, even in the face of criticism.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm not the best at what I do
I acknowledge that I may not excel in my abilities

All I can do is try to prove me to you
My only option is to attempt to demonstrate my worth to you

Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
Please refrain from labeling me as unintelligent, as I am aware of my limitations

But I can be something to some
However, I still possess the potential to be meaningful to certain individuals

You say it needs some work
According to your judgment, there are areas in which I need improvement

I'm not enough you need to keep up
I understand that I may not meet your expectations and you require someone who can meet them

I say I know cause I don't know how to stand up
I confess that my lack of assertiveness hinders me from confidently expressing myself

And now I'm here and I know I'm more than a crux
Despite previous doubts, I have arrived at a point where I realize I have value beyond being a burden

I just needed time to improve
All I required was some time to enhance myself

And not to listen to you
Instead of heeding your criticisms, I needed to focus on my own growth

I can't wait to get out
I eagerly anticipate escaping from this situation

I won't have to deal with the doubts
Once I am free, I won't have to confront the uncertainties that currently plague me

I can be something to some
There is potential for me to be significant to certain individuals

I can be something to some
I can offer value to specific people

I can be something to some
There is a purpose I can fulfill for certain individuals

I'm not the best at what I do
Although I may not excel, I still have worth

All I can do is try to prove me to you
My only option is to make an effort to demonstrate my value to you

Don't call me dumb I know I'm not smart
Please refrain from labeling me as foolish, as I am aware of my intelligence

But I can be something to some
Nonetheless, I possess the ability to be meaningful to specific individuals

I can be something to some
I have the capacity to offer value to certain people